Protecting Ruaha's forests starts with the people who live alongside them.
We work with communities in the Ruaha Landscape, Tanzania, to reduce charcoal dependence, strengthen sustainable livelihoods, and protect forests and wildlife.
A future where communities and nature thrive together.
What We Do
Sustainable Livelihood Development
Helping households transition away from charcoal production by building financial resilience and alternative income streams.
Sustainable Energy Solutions
Promoting clean, affordable energy alternatives to reduce dependence on charcoal and firewood.
Community Forest Conservation
Strengthening local stewardship of forests and natural resources through education and governance.
Research, Monitoring & Learning
Generating evidence to guide conservation planning and scale successful interventions.
CCSLI — Community Conservation & Sustainable Livelihoods Initiative
Helping households in Idodi and Mapogoro villages transition away from charcoal production through savings groups, alternative livelihoods, and sustainable energy.
Our Impact So Far
32
Households surveyed in Idodi & Mapogoro
2
Savings & loan groups formed
20
Group members building financial resilience
17
Households ready to transition away from charcoal
Stories From the Field
When offered alternatives like poultry farming, small businesses, and cash crops, households previously producing charcoal expressed willingness to stop — with the right support, families are ready to embrace sustainable livelihoods.
Household consultations, Idodi & Mapogoro villages
