Mfaminyen Conservation Society
Mission Statement
The Mfaminyen Conservation Society (MCS) was conceived to serve as a vehicle for conservation and preservation of the high tropical rainforest – one of the hot spots of the world. It is a community based organization that seeks to facilitate community development which addresses the physical needs of the Mfaminyen Communities. The Mfaminyen communities are in Akamkpa and Etung LGA and have a common boundary with the neighboring Ejagham Forest in Cameroon that links with the Korup National Park. THE VISION To ensure that the MCA is established and recognized as a viable proactive community-based group, taking the lead towards promoting environmental and cultural awareness, earth healing, and sustainable utilization of resources in the Oban corridor, Korup National Park and Ejagham Forest Reserve in Cameroon. THE MISSON The promotion of the cultural heritage in the Mfaminyen land and their environment through fostering the spirit of communal participation in conservation and the sustainable use of cultural and biological resources with equal involvement of men, women, and youths.
Description of Activities
PROGRAMME FOCUS The organization seeks to facilitate development in eight programme areas: • Renewable Energy • Climate Change • Food Programme • Sustainable Resource Management • Livelihood Support Programme • Health Programme • Education • Sports Programme • Community Resource Centre , Water Sheds, Environment • Earth Healing • Completed projects include sustainable agriculture project, bee keeping project, solar and fuel efficient cookstove projects.