FoRISK Steering Committee Concludes 2026 Planning Session
The FoRISK Steering Committee convened on December 12 and 15 to finalize key decisions shaping its immediate future. Discussions focused on refining the governance framework for the Multi-Donor Trust Fund and the 2025-2030 Work Programme, including short-term objectives and planned activities with member countries, expert networks, and observer organizations.
Notable developments include Norway joining the Committee and expressions of interest from Bulgaria to participate in 2026; this is clear evidence of growing pan-European commitment to strengthening forest resilience against climate-driven disturbances.
A highlight of the meeting was the introduction of the FoRISK Intelligence Hub, an online repository hosted at forisk.org. This open-access platform offers practical and scientific resources on managing forest disturbances, with a focus on wildfires, windstorms, and biotic agents. FoRISK invites contributions from local, national, and international organizations, as well as academic and practitioner communities. To share relevant materials and best practices, please contact .
On behalf of the FoRISK Secretariat and Steering Committee members, we extend our best wishes to the entire forest community for a joyful holiday season and a prosperous, resilient New Year.