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Arboriculture & Urban Forestry Online
Volume 30, Issue 3 — May 2004
https://www.isa-arbor.com/Publications/Arboriculture-Urban-Forestry

Urban Forestry in a Multicultural Society    (View PDF)

Mark Johnston and Lia D. Shimada

Abstract: The increasingly multicultural character of modern urban society creates challenges and opportunities for the urban forester. For the urban forestry strategy to respond effectively to contemporary social issues, it must include policies and programs that promote social inclusion and the involvement of disadvantaged ethnic communities. This can be accomplished through a distinct community strategy. Although the fundamental principles of community involvement still apply, their application needs to reflect the multicultural diversity of the individual city or neighborhood. The education, consultation, and participation elements of the community strategy are delivered through a wide range of events and activities specifically designed to promote social inclusion and the engagement of ethnic communities.

Keywords: Urban forestry; social benefits; multicultural societies; disadvantaged communities; social inclusion; community strategies.

https://doi.org/10.48044/jauf.2004.023


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