Partner with us to advance Indigenous-led conservation and rights across Africa.

The Alliance for Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities for Conservation in Africa (AICA) works to secure land rights, elevate Indigenous Traditional Knowledge (ITK), and promote community-led conservation. We regularly collaborate with experts, researchers, trainers, and media professionals who share our commitment to rights-based conservation. Explore our open consultancy positions below and join us in driving sustainable impact.
Research & Policy

Continental Scoping Study on Indigenous Traditional Knowledge (ITK)

Partner: CLARIFI & Rights and Resources Initiative (RRI)

Conduct a 5-region mapping and evaluation of Indigenous Traditional Knowledge (ITK) in biodiversity conservation and natural resource management across Africa.

Capacity Building

Capacity Strengthening on Human Rights & UNEP Safeguards

Focus Region: Great Ape Countries (Central & West Africa)

Develop training toolkits and facilitate workshops for government officials and Indigenous leaders on human rights-based conservation approaches.

Multimedia & Communications

Video Documentary Production on Indigenous Knowledge

Deliverable: 5-Part Documentary Series

Produce a high-quality 5-part video series documenting real-world achievements, stories, and impacts of ITK in community-led conservation across Africa.

Legal & Policy Analysis

Comparative Land Policy & Tenure Frameworks Review

Focus Region: Great Ape Countries (Central & West Africa)

Review national land tenure legislation and legal frameworks to analyze their impacts on customary land rights, livelihoods, and governance.

Strategic Framework

AICA Advocacy and Engagement Strategy (2026–2030)

Scope: Pan-African Institutional Strategy

AICA's 5-year strategic blueprint outlining rights-based conservation goals, direct funding mechanisms, and regional engagement priorities.