Exploring the relevance of engaging the Orang Asli in Malaysia’s forest management

Engaging the Orang Asli, Malaysia's indigenous forest-dependent communities, in forest management can lead to positive social and environmental outcomes. A study conducted at Kampung Tanjung Rambai in Selangor revealed that these communities maintain a prudent relationship with their land, ensuring sustainable resource use. Their traditional practices also act as small-scale disturbances, contributing to the resilience of the forest ecosystem. The research employed a participant observational approach, involving a month-long stay with the community to observe and analyze their interactions with the forest.

Diansyah, M. W., Abas, A., & Sakawi, Z. (2022). Exploring the relevance of engaging the Orang Asli in Malaysia’s forest management. Frontiers in Forests and Global Change, 5. https://doi.org/10.3389/ffgc.2022.1019994