TAF is an independent entity, a non-political Civil Society Organization established to guide and strengthen profession of forestry in Tanzania. Its motto is “Forests for Sustainable Development”.

The specific objectives of the Association are: -

• To form a forum (for all engaged in forestry and in environment conservation) for fostering public interest and promoting the forestry promotion;
• To collect and disseminate information relating to forestry and environment conservation;
• To advocate equitable cost and benefits sharing accruing from the management and utilization of forest resources amongst all stakeholders;
• To undertake economic ventures to ensure financial sustainability of the Association;
• To co-operate and liaise with other organizations in and outside Tanzania on matters of mutual interests;
• To form gender balanced association so that to harmonies work condition; and
• To safeguard forestry community’s health by educating them on matters pertaining to occupational safety and health”.