Sudanese Environment Conservation Society

The Sudanese Environment Conservation Society (SECS) is a national, voluntary, and independent environmental organization in Sudan, established in 1975. It describes itself as believing that the environment is not a luxury but the foundation of life, development, and peace. From its origins in community awareness, SECS has grown into a network of over 113 branches across Sudan, led by thousands of volunteers and activists. Its work focuses on protecting natural resources, promoting environmental justice, and building sustainable communities that balance human needs with the demands of nature. SECS operates as a civil society organization rather than a commercial company. Its mission is to protect the environment and conserve natural resources in Sudan through community participation, volunteerism, and scientific research, ensuring equitable and sustainable development that safeguards the rights of current and future generations. The organization's vision is a Sudan that enjoys a safe and healthy environment, contributes to sustainable development and lasting peace, and ensures every person's right to a dignified life within a balanced ecosystem that preserves the nation's resources for future generations. The organization's overall goal is to contribute to environmental conservation and address the impacts of climate change by empowering local communities and promoting sound natural resource management, achieving sustainable development and environmental justice in Sudan. Its strategic objectives include strengthening environmental conservation and improving sanitation based on scientific standards and national and international laws, as well as promoting environmental awareness and building public understanding. SECS implements a range of projects and programs, often in partnership with international organizations and donors. Documented activities include the Community Climate Resilience Enhancement Project in North Darfur, implemented in partnership with COOPI and funded by the European Union; training courses for surveying the inhabitants of Jabal Al-Dair Reserve; an environmental awareness campaign on optimal use of natural resources in Dinder Reserve; a waste segregation, treatment, and recycling project with Sudan Zero Waste Organization and MTN Sudan; the Gedarif Eco-Peace Project; and the Khartoum Eco Neighborhoods Project. These activities illustrate SECS's practical focus on community-based conservation, climate resilience, and sustainable resource management across Sudan. As a voluntary association, SECS relies on partnerships, donors, and volunteer networks. Its official website serves as a platform for sharing its mission, programs, partners, and branch network. The organization continues to operate in Sudan, advocating for environmental protection and sustainable development.

The Sudanese Environment Conservation Society (SECS) was founded in 1975 as a national, independent organization with the belief that the environment is not a luxury but the foundation of life, development, and stability in Sudan. From its establishment, SECS chose to work with the people and for the people, making community participation the essence of its mission and volunteerism the core of its strength. Over the decades, it expanded from cities to rural communities across Sudan, growing into a network of over 113 branches led by thousands of dedicated members and activists committed to conservation. SECS has focused on fair and efficient natural resource management, contributing to the development of policies and laws that safeguard these resources for future generations. It works hand in hand with local and rural communities to develop realistic, sustainable environmental solutions that connect environmental justice, economic empowerment, and social peace. The organization believes that conservation is key to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Documented activities span various regions and years. The Gedarif Eco-Peace Project was implemented by SECS in Gedarif State from October 2008 to December (year not fully specified in the snippet). In February 2023, the Gedaref branch of SECS, in collaboration with the Higher Council for Environment, conducted an environmental awareness campaign on optimal use of natural resources in Dinder Reserve. In March 2023, SECS conducted two training courses on survey skills for the inhabitants of Jabal Al-Dair Reserve. Also in March 2023, Sudan Zero Waste Organization and MTN Sudan, in collaboration with SECS, carried out a waste segregation, treatment, and recycling project. More recently, the Community Climate Resilience Enhancement Project in North Darfur was implemented by SECS in partnership with COOPI and funded by the European Union. The Khartoum Eco Neighborhoods Project is also listed among its activities. As of its official website, SECS continues to operate as a voluntary association, implementing programs and projects across Sudan with partners and donors, and maintaining its branch network.

• 2025

  Community Climate Resilience Enhancement Project in North Darfur implemented with COOPI and funded by the European Union.

• 2023

  Environmental awareness campaign on optimal use of natural resources in Dinder Reserve conducted in February 2023.

• 2023

  Training courses on survey skills for inhabitants of Jabal Al-Dair Reserve conducted in March 2023.

• 2023

  Waste segregation, treatment, and recycling project with Sudan Zero Waste Organization and MTN Sudan in March 2023.

• 2008

  Gedarif Eco-Peace Project implemented in Gedarif State from October 2008 to December.

• 1975

  SECS founded as a national, independent environmental organization in Sudan.

National, voluntary, independent environmental organization focused on community participation, volunteerism, and scientific research for environmental conservation in Sudan.

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2. 2About – Sudanese Environment Conservation Societysecs.org.sd
3. 3FLASH STORY – Sudanese Environment Conservation Societysecs.org.sd
4. 4Sudanese Environment Conservation Societywikidata.org