Volunteer: Research & Curatorial Working Group: Forest Policy Atlas

Overview

The Taproot Foundation is assembling a small interdisciplinary research team to develop the first Forest Policy Atlas. This project is part of the Forest Encounters initiative, which aims to make the complex policy landscape related to forest loss more legible and actionable.

Responsibilities

• Review and synthesize existing material on forest protection and deforestation-free commodity markets.
• Identify important gaps and precedents in the French and EUDR frameworks for forest trade reforms.
• Begin shaping the narrative and organizational logic of the Atlas.
• Create a preliminary chronology and map of key legal and policy developments.
• Research and compile key information on the French and EUDR frameworks.
• Develop a structured source library and research bibliography.
• Identify significant gaps, questions, and areas requiring further research.

Requirements

Researchers should have:

• Experience with policy analysis and research.
• Knowledge of forest protection and deforestation issues.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.

Qualifications

Qualifications include:

• A degree in environmental studies, policy, economics, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in policy research or environmental advocacy.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Skills

• Policy research and analysis.
• Data analysis and visualization.
• Collaborative teamwork.
• Writing and editing skills.

Benefits

Volunteers will gain:

• Hands-on experience working on a cutting-edge research project.
• Opportunities to collaborate with experts in various fields.
• Insight into the intersection of policy and environmental issues.
• Development of research and analytical skills.

Pay

This is a volunteer opportunity and does not involve compensation.

Schedule

Volunteer researchers will work collaboratively on a flexible schedule, with regular meetings and deadlines set by the project lead.

Climate House US Mission

Climate House US is a creative think tank using the arts to illustrate actionable pathways forward and bring them to life. Our mission is to communicate climate change in a way that is relatable and accessible, empowering individuals to take action.

Culture-First Approach

We believe that culture is the fabric of daily life and that it is essential to tailor our programming to resonate with our audience. Our approach includes:

• Using universal sensory language to communicate complex ideas.
• Tailoring our programming to different audiences and cultures.
• Designing programs that show, not tell, to engage participants on an experiential level.