TY - JOUR T1 - Urban Forestry in a Multicultural Society JF - Arboriculture & Urban Forestry (AUF) JO - JOA SP - 185 LP - 192 DO - 10.48044/jauf.2004.023 VL - 30 IS - 3 AU - Mark Johnston AU - Lia D. Shimada Y1 - 2004/05/01 UR - http://auf.isa-arbor.com/content/30/3/185.abstract N2 - The increasingly multicultural character of modern urban society creates challenges and opportunities for the urban forester. For the urban forestry strategy to respond effectively to contemporary social issues, it must include policies and programs that promote social inclusion and the involvement of disadvantaged ethnic communities. This can be accomplished through a distinct community strategy. Although the fundamental principles of community involvement still apply, their application needs to reflect the multicultural diversity of the individual city or neighborhood. The education, consultation, and participation elements of the community strategy are delivered through a wide range of events and activities specifically designed to promote social inclusion and the engagement of ethnic communities. ER -