2026 Community Assembly
On March 20, 2026, in Idiofa, the NGO Faja Lobi held its Community General Assembly, bringing together all local stakeholders to discuss issues related to sustainable development.
This meeting was attended by all local authorities, including the Territorial Administrator, the Police Colonel, representatives of civil society, traditional leaders, and state technical agencies, thereby strengthening the initiative’s institutional and social legitimacy.
Organization of the Assembly
This General Meeting was organized by the members of the Faja Lobi Board of Directors:
- Jurgen Heytens
- Luc Heytens
- Zacky Madilo
Their coordination made it possible to establish a structured framework for dialogue among communities, authorities, and development stakeholders.
Participatory Governance for Development
The Assembly helped strengthen community participation in decision-making and the implementation of local initiatives, particularly through territorial development mechanisms.
Strategic Priorities
- Community Governance and Local Participation
- Access to and Securing of Land
- Development of Carbon Credits
- Promotion of Cooperatives
- Sustainable activities: agroforestry, fish farming, agriculture
Key Findings
The discussions resulted in:
- Greater Community Engagement
- Clarified Mechanisms for Land Management
- A Better Understanding of Carbon Credits
- Promoting appropriate local economic activities
Impact and Outlook
This Assembly reinforces a development model based on collaboration among communities, authorities, and partners, with a particular focus on environmental sustainability and economic inclusion.
Faja Lobi is thus continuing its mission to foster sustainable, inclusive, and high-impact local development.
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