Tanzania Mainland Registered NGO • 00NGO/R/2372 Established 2021
Siafu Community and Conservation Initiative — SICOCOI Donate Now

What we do

Education. Research. Livelihoods. One connected approach.

We help communities understand and protect biodiversity, build the evidence needed for good conservation decisions, and strengthen livelihoods that support people and nature.

Outdoor community conservation learning
01 • Knowledge that inspires stewardship

Conservation education & awareness

We raise awareness and empower communities, schools and local stakeholders to understand, value and actively participate in protecting wildlife, forests, ecosystems and other natural resources.

  • Community and school conservation learning
  • Wildlife, forest and ecosystem awareness
  • Practical stewardship of natural resources
Field conservation research
02 • Evidence for better decisions

Research & conservation science

We conduct and support research on biodiversity, wildlife, ecosystems, human-wildlife interactions and conservation challenges. The evidence generated can inform effective conservation and management decisions.

  • Biodiversity, wildlife and ecosystem research
  • Human-wildlife interaction studies
  • Evidence for conservation planning and management
Climate-resilient community livelihoods
03 • Resilience that protects nature

Community livelihoods & sustainable development

We support communities to develop sustainable, climate-resilient livelihood opportunities that reduce pressure on natural resources, improve household well-being and promote positive coexistence between people and wildlife.

  • Sustainable and climate-resilient opportunities
  • Household well-being and food security
  • Reduced pressure on natural resources
Community conservation education near Serengeti National ParkOngoing since 2021

Featured program

Teach for Conservation

Conservation education has been part of SICOCOI's work since its establishment in 2021, particularly with communities adjacent to protected areas where human-wildlife coexistence is part of daily life.

Teach for Conservation is our community awareness-raising program tailored to schools and communities living adjacent to Serengeti National Park.

SchoolsCommunitiesHuman-wildlife coexistence
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How the areas connect

Knowledge informs action. Evidence improves it. Resilience helps it last.

Education builds understanding, research strengthens decisions, and sustainable livelihoods help communities act without compromising household well-being. Together, these areas support positive coexistence between people and wildlife.

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Work with SICOCOI

Together, people and nature can thrive.

Connect with us to explore collaboration in conservation education, research and resilient community livelihoods.

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