About SECCA

Sustainable Environmental and Climate Change Association (SECCA) is a non-governmental and non-profit organization in Tanzania focused on environmental conservation, biodiversity restoration, and climate change adaptation.

Overview of the Organization

Registered by the Ministry of Community Development, SECCA operates in various Tanzanian regions to facilitate environmental conservation and support government efforts on climate change. The organization primarily focuses on Tanzania's east zone (Dar-es-Salaam) and southern highlands (Mbeya, Njombe, and more).

Legal Status

SECCA is a non-profit entity with registration number 00NGO/00005360, operating under the 2002 NGO Act. Based in Mbeya, it aims to empower communities across urban and rural Tanzania, focusing on sustainable environmental management.

Vision

"To be a competitive organization enhancing community livelihoods through environmental restoration and climate change mitigation, both in Tanzania and globally."

Mission

"To enhance environmental conservation and protection through active community involvement and sustainable natural resource utilization."

Main Objectives

Manage wetlands and create new artificial wetlands.
Raise awareness among marginalized communities.
Empower Village Environmental Committees for advocacy and supervision.
Conduct community workshops on ecological sanitation.
Research environmental degradation and develop mitigation strategies.
Educate rural communities on environmental auditing practices.

Organizational Structure

The structure includes the General Assembly, Board, Secretariat, and Field Branches, each playing a specific role in managing and executing SECCA’s projects and operations.

Departments

SECCA operates through various departments: Finance and Planning, Human Resources, and Monitoring & Evaluation.

Projects

SECCA has successfully executed several impactful projects, including:

The Greening of Mkata, Handeni - Increasing vegetation cover and supporting natural resource management in drought-prone areas.
Pesticides Hazards Awareness Program - Educating communities on the safe use and alternatives to chemical pesticides.
Rural Women Empowerment through Agro-forestry and Renewable Energy - A project empowering women in agro-forestry practices for climate resilience.

Strategic Areas of Focus

Over the next five years, SECCA will focus on carbon emissions management, climate adaptation, and empowering rural communities in sustainable practices.

Strengths

Nationwide presence and local knowledge.
Experienced and skilled staff members.
Established financial and management systems.
Reputation and support within government and communities.

Collaborations & Networks

SECCA collaborates with local and international organizations, NGOs, and governmental bodies to strengthen environmental and climate change initiatives across Tanzania.

Membership

As a member of various national and international networks, SECCA regularly engages in conferences, conventions, and forums that support its objectives.

SECCA's Strategic Plan (2022-2026)

SECCA is committed to environmental conservation, climate change adaptation, and strengthening community capacity through collaboration and strategic partnerships. Our goals focus on sustainable development, policy advocacy, and empowering communities to engage in climate-resilient initiatives.