Providing training, microfinance and market access to help communities build sustainable income streams from conservation activities.
TAMCO's Livelihood Support program ensures that conservation activities translate into real, lasting economic benefits for communities. By providing training, microfinance, and market access, TAMCO helps families build sustainable income streams directly linked to environmental stewardship.
The program recognises that long-term conservation success depends on communities having viable economic alternatives — making livelihoods and ecosystems mutually reinforcing rather than competing priorities.
Key activities:
• Microfinance and savings group formation for women and youth
• Training in business skills and financial management
• Market linkages for conservation products (honey, timber, fruit)
• Vocational skills training tied to agroforestry and marine conservation
• Income generation from mangrove-related products and ecotourism
• Connecting communities to regional and national markets
Through this program, TAMCO empowers communities — especially women and youth — to become active stewards of their environment while securing new and sustainable income opportunities.