FOCONE IS ON A MISSION
TO SAVE THE EARTH
FOCONE is a non-governmental organization founded in 1985. Its mission is to promote sustainable development in Nigeria through the conservation of the environment.
Our Core Objectives
Protecting the Environment
FOCONE aims to empower people to protect the environment and improve their own lives.
ISSUES
To Promote public awareness of environmental issues
PROTECT
To Advocate for policies that protect the environment
RESEARCH
To Conduct research on environmental problems
TRAINING
To Provide environmental education and training
Our Focus
Over the years, we have focused on health, Community development and environmental justice.
We Follow Best Practices
The techniques promoted by FOCONE are highly participatory and especially valuable for:
- Empowering marginalized groups to advocate for their own development and protection
- Research, mobilize and sensitize groups to map out communication plans
- Constructive engagement with other stakeholders to achieve the set goal
- Promote critical reflection in participatory research, data management, and monitoring & evaluation
Our Mission
We are set to Transform Communities Across the Globe
- FOCONE empowers people by providing them with the knowledge and skills they need to understand and address environmental problems.
- FOCONE also helps people to advocate for policies that protect the environment and to participate in community-based environmental initiatives.
- By empowering people to protect the environment, FOCONE is helping to create a more sustainable future for everyone.
United States
C/O 2121 Washington str, Boston, MA 02119
Nigeria
6 Sir Ogagifo Str, DDPA Estate, Asaba, Delta State, Nigeria.
Nigeria
20 Joinkrama st, Diobu, Port Harcourt, Rivers State
About FOCONE
The Foundation for the Conservation of the Earth (FOCONE) works to conserve habitats, promote environmental justice, and defend human rights in communities affected by extractive and allied industries.
We Defend Human Rights
FOCONE works to protect the environment and the rights of people in communities affected by extractive industries.
From Our Blog
Activities & Reports
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STATE LEVEL TRAINING ON ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL AND HUMAN RIGHTS IMPACT ASSESSMENT (ESHRIA) IN RIVERS STATE
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Enforcing Environmental Rights: Strategic Litigation Workshop in Mongolia
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The Report of the meeting of the Nigerian Working Group (NWG).
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TF-SDG3 Projects Final Evaluation by Implementing POs - FOCONE
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FOCONE Major Activities Implemented between 2016 and 2019
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GGF APPLICATION
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FOCONE's participation in ACCA GENERAL ASSEMBLY, ABIDJAN (Cote D’Ivore)
IMPORTANT LINKS
Links to Our Partners and Events
Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights
Nature Conservation and the Voluntary Principle. Environment & Society Portal
Activities | UNEP - UN Environment Programme
The International Union for Conservation of Nature
Activities | UNEP - UN Environment Programme
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