MUNICIPAL FORESTRY INSTITUTE (MFI)
FOCUS YEAR 2023
C u r r i c u l u m R e v i e w
The MFI curriculum and overall structure is currently in review to
ensure it meets the needs of today and tomorrow's urban forestry
professional. Discussion has focused on the existing training,
current leadership ideas, possible add-on programs,
complementary links to other programs, and potential need for
an MFI 2.0.
M F I A l u m n i E v e n t s
MFI Alumni Events and Refresher Courses have started. An alumni
event will be held in conjunction with the ISA Conference in
Albuquerque, New Mexico. MFI events will focus on providing new
learnings and "a-ha" moments to past graduates. Additional in-
person and virtual gatherings will be scheduled throughout 2023.
S t a k e h o l d e r I n p u t
SMA has convened a broad group of stakeholders to hear their
feedback and input regarding MFI including what works, what
could be improved, and what is needed for the future. This
includes a strong focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion and
ensuring all voices are part of the community forestry profession.
Email: MunicipalForestryInstitute@gmail.com
Visit:
www.urban-forestry.com
QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, OR
WANT TO BE INVOLVED?
In 2023, SMA's MFI is taking a focus year. This time is being used to ensure the
program meets modern standards for urban forestry leadership development
and is positioned to evolve into the future. So far, SMA has pulled together a
steering committee to provide guidance, completed a survey of past MFI
participants, held a virtual listening
session, and scheduled MFI Refresher
Courses. This comprehensive review of MFI will help ensure the Institute remains
the premier leadership training in the urban forestry field!
The full Municipal Forestry Institute will be
held in early 2024.
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