Albertine Rift Conservation Society

As a non-profit organization dedicated to conserving biodiversity while advancing the well-being of local communities, The Albertine Rift Conservation Society (ARCOS Network) has, since its inception in 1995, worked at the intersection of people and nature, ensuring that conservation efforts are inclusive, equitable, and sustainable. Our vision is “Our Ecosystems are Healthy and Provide Sustainable Benefits for Nature and People.” Our mission is to build a Sustainable Future for Nature and People through the Promotion of Collaborative Actions. Guided by our values of Collaborative, Result-oriented, Innovative and Creative, Professionalism, Transformative, Responsible first, Sustainable solution-oriented, Passionate, Eco-Citizen, Integrity is our flag, this plan reaffirms our commitment to integrated solutions for nature and people. ARCOS Strategic Plan (2021–2030) focuses on four thematic priorities: 1. Biodiversity Conservation and Ecosystem Restoration: Improving ecological integrity and protecting critical habitats, restoring degraded ecosystems, improving productivity of agrosystem landscapes, and safeguarding endangered species. 2. Sustainable Food Systems and Community Livelihoods: Building local leadership, knowledge, and capacity to manage natural resources responsibly, support community-driven initiatives, for improving their well-being. 3. Education for Sustainable Development: Supporting partner governments to integrate ESD principles and environmental education in policies, strategies, and plans to green the curriculum, the schools, and the surrounding community. 4. Climate Resilience and Green Economy: Supporting governments' efforts to achieve restoration and emission reduction commitments and embed the green economy in their strategies and plans.