Business View Magazine | Volume 8, Issue 6

67 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 8, ISSUE 6 SUSTA INABLE FORESTRY INI T I AT I VE INC . (SF I ) cultural and ethnic backgrounds. In that regard, we have partnered with or invested in more than 120 Indigenous communities. We are also partnering to create tools to inspire Indigenous, African American, and other young adults to seek work in the forest and conservation sector. The interconnections between these pillars and the commitment of our staff to working together and with our network is what helps us scale lasting, innovative solutions.” BVM: In what ways does SFI promote employment and job skills? Abusow: “SFI is growing to support a diverse and resilient workforce in the forest and conservation sector by providing important hands-on experience for young professionals, in addition to building their career-ready skills through initiatives such as mentorship, career resources, and networking support. Additionally, we are working to build greater education and