Strategic Areas
We aim to enhance restoration of key ecosystems in the Albertine Rift, Great Lakes, and Africa mountainous regions focusing on mountains, wetlands, farmlands, and urban areas, with services they provide for the well-being of community through collaborative conservation actions.
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We build on our existing experience and enhance community groups for improving their livelihoods through group development, sustainable quality and quantity production, value chain, market linkage and entrepreneurship.
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We translates principles of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) into practice through the implementation of the eco-schools programme in Rwanda.
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We contribute to the global challenge of transformation of agriculture and food systems. ARCOS contributes to this goal by promoting economically viable, socially responsible and environmentally resilient agricultural systems for enhanced food security and community livelihoods in its focal landscapes.
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We facilitate regional mechanisms for assessing and addressing the impacts of climate change and promote grass-root actions to build community resilience.
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We are committed to empowering stakeholders by strengthening the efficient use of natural resources and reducing their adverse impacts on environment, enhancing social welfare, combating poverty and striving for social justice.
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Our Projects
The impact
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Hectares under restoration
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5 Millions trees planted between 2021-2023. By 2030, 100 Millions trees will be planted and grown.
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Biodiversity data mobilised and hosted on ARCOS Biodiversity Information System (ARBIMS)
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Households engaged by ARCOS in sustainable initiatives.
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350,000 USD dollor invested in green community businesses through ARCOS Community Fund (61 operational units) & 600+ small green enterprises since 2017. Rwf 270 million saved annually through community saving groups).
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Students engaged through the Eco-Schools Programme in Rwanda
Partners
ARCOS welcomes new partnerships and support from different actors to work together in delivering our vital conservation programmes and advance sustainability in the Albertine Rift, Great Lakes and in the African Mountain ecosystems.