Address
P.O.BOX 2964,
Block A, Sweya
Mwanza, Tanzania
info@emedo.or.tz
Work Hours
Monday to Friday: 8AM - 5PM
EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES FOR IMPROVED LIVELIHOODS
What we do
Environmental Management and Economic Development Organization (EMEDO) is not for profit organziation that focuses on enhancing capacities to get organized, having their voices heard, rights recognized and respected and to influence local, national and international policies that affect their rights of access, use and control of natural resources for improved livelihoods
Small scale fisheries
The need to enhance the capacitites of the rural communities, fish workers to respond to such challenges and fight poverty through the sustainable management
Environment
EMEDO emphasizes environment friendly practices by associating with the community and the government to maintain a healthy and eco-system.
Social Justice
EMEDO promotes the fair distribution of advantages and disadvantages within a society, regardless of background and status.
Mission
With dedicated, competent and hardworking team EMEDO is committed to strengthen communities' capacities in fighting poverty. We do that through Training, Research, Policy Analysis, Lobbying and Advocacy, Awareness Creation, Information Sharing, Institutional Linkages, Resource mobilization, Partnership and Networking.
Vision
Envisages seeing communities with improved livelihoods living in sustainably managed environment.
Our Goal
EMEDO’s goal is to ensure that the contribution of natural resources to the national economic growth, poverty reduction and peoples’ livelihoods is improved on a sustainable basis through more democratic, open and transparent governance that benefits the communities.
Recent Events
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The Lake Victoria Drowning Prevention Project which is aimed at improving water safety among small-scale communities on Lake Victoria and eradicate a series of large-scale tragedies in its waters. The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) partnered with EMEDO to respond to the challenges faced by those working around Lake Victoria.
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On July 25, 2024, EMEDO, in collaboration with the Disaster Management Department from the Prime Minister’s Office for Policy, Parliament, and Coordination, the National Drowning Prevention Network (NDPN), WHO, Kinondoni Municipality, Kawe Ward Government, BMU Kawe, fishers, and residents of Kawe Ward in Dar es Salaam, commemorated World Drowning Prevention Day at Kawe Beach. This global event, first declared by the UN in 2021, raises awareness about the alarming number of drownings worldwide and promotes life-saving measures. The Guest of Honor at the event was the Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office for Policy, Parliament, and Coordination, Hon. Ummy Hamis Nderiananga.
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SANAA ZIWANI NYANZA Project strives to strengthen Mwanza’s creative ecosystem by building professional skills and networks of local artists and increasing appreciation for the arts across the Tanzanian society.
Our Latest News
EMEDO and TMA Enhancing Access and Awareness on Weather Forecast Information To Reduce Drowning Risks in Goziba
In a groundbreaking initiative, the fishing community of Goziba Island...
Read MoreEMEDO Celebrates World Drowning Prevention Day – 25th July 2024.
On 25th July 2024, EMEDO proudly joined the global community...
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EMEDO Hosts Hands-On Learning Experience for FETA and SAUT Students – Mwanza, Tanzania – May 2024
The Environmental Management and Economic Development Organization (EMEDO) recently hosted...
Read MoreTestimonials
"Kwa msaada wa EMEDO, jamii yetu sasa ina sauti katika maamuzi yanayoathiri upatikanaji wetu wa rasilimali asilia. Ukarimu wao umebadilisha maisha yetu kwa njia ya pekee."
Khadija
Community Leader
"EMEDO strengthened the fisheries sector in our community. Now, with improved fishing techniques and the support, we're proud to enjoy better livelihoods for our families."
Abeli Winchi
Fisherman
"The commitment to environmental cleanliness has boosted our hygiene. With their guidance, we've adopted sustainable practices, ensuring a healthier environment"
Peter Mirambo
Envrinment Advocate
Insights
Empowering communities to assert their rights and influence policies, fostering sustainable environmental management and economic development for improved livelihoods.
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