Introduction
ACTED conducted livelihood interventions in Nyeel and Pariang refugee camps in Unity State with UNHCR throughout 2012. One component of the livelihood programming included the establishment of tree nurseries and re-planting of seedlings either in the household or public sphere. In October 2012, ACTED and UNHCR opened discussion to replant trees from the Pariang refugee camp tree nursery in and/or around Yida refugee camp to reduce both the suspected deforestation and potential consequent tensions between the refugee and host communities. To implement the plan, ACTED agreed to first assess the status of deforestation in Yida and meet with Yida agricultural committees and leaders who had previously expressed interest in a tree nursery. This assessment took place in November 2012. Based on this initial assessment, ACTED will then identify the best type and quantity of trees to plant, determine how to move the seedlings to Yida and follow up discussions with the agricultural committees to ensure the trees are properly cared for through the 2013 refugee response planning.