Tanzania Mainland Reg. 00NGO/R/2372 Founded October 2021

About SICOCOI

Conservation rooted in community commitment.

Founded in October 2021, SICOCOI exists to influence positive conservation change and strengthen community commitment to wildlife and environmental stewardship.

Community conservation learning in TanzaniaRegistered NGO • 00NGO/R/2372

Our story

People closest to conserved landscapes are essential to their future.

Communities living near protected areas experience conservation through food systems, livelihoods, forests, wildlife interactions and a changing climate.

SICOCOI was established to connect those realities with practical conservation knowledge, resilient livelihood opportunities and research that communities and partners can use.

Our vision

Positive conservation change, sustained by community commitment.

We envision communities actively shaping the protection of wildlife, habitats and the wider environment.

Our mission

Conservation skills, secure livelihoods and stronger food systems.

We build skills and opportunities that can reduce poaching and unsustainable use of wood products.

How we show up

Principles that guide our work

These commitments translate our mission into a consistent way of working with communities and partners.

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Community leadership

Communities are conservation leaders, not simply beneficiaries.

02

Practical relevance

Learning and action respond to local knowledge and realities.

03

People and nature

Conservation and livelihood security must advance together.

04

Learning and evidence

Research and reflection help us improve responsibly.

Work with SICOCOI

Local leadership can shape a more resilient future.

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