While each model forest setes its own priorities and objectives, there are common themes that have emerged in their work. Lessons learned in these areas can be shared across the Network, accelerating innovation toward sustainable forest management (SFM) and use. These areas of shared interest include:

• Conservation, Habitat Protection and Stewardship
  

• Education, Capacity Building and Networking
  

• Good governance and support for civil society
  

• Measuring Progress Toward Sustainable Forest Management
  

• Sustainable Economic Development / Poverty Alleviation
  

• Using Science and Best Forest Management Practices