On Monday February 5, 2018 I met with Professor Marion Dixon. Professor Dixon recommended a colleague, Dr. Nuesiri, who has published a working paper on the representation in REDD+, specifically who are the actors, who is writing the policy, and who it is benefiting. Dr. Nuesiri’s research is focused in Nigeria. Professor Dixon has connected us so that we can speak more about his work. Professor Dixon challenged me to consider some of the same questions. She also suggested to look at similar policy that preceded REDD+.   She urged me to consider who is at the table and who has a voice there. It is vital to understand the stakeholders and their motives.