Our Mission
To strengthen community participation in forest and land governance, advocate for the rights and benefits of forest-dependent communities, and build their capacity to manage natural resources responsibly.
EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES
NATIONAL UNION OF COMMUNITY FORESTRY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEES
About NUCFDCs
Uniting forest-dependent communities to strengthen their rights, protect natural resources and build sustainable livelihoods across Liberia.
2009Established
WHO WE ARE
A United Voice for Forest Communities
The National Union of Community Forestry Development Committees (NUCFDCs) brings together community forestry representatives to advocate for forest-dependent communities in Liberia.
Established in 2009, the Union includes 23 Community Forestry Development Committee groups across 11 Liberian counties, representing approximately 500 communities and villages.
We work to help communities participate meaningfully in forest and land governance, understand and exercise their rights, and pursue development opportunities linked to responsible management of natural resources.
Community representationForest and land rightsSustainable livelihoodsAccountable governance
Connect With Our Team
2009Year Established
23CFDC Groups
11Counties Represented
~500Communities & Villages
OUR STORY
Rooted in Communities. Focused on the Future.
NUCFDCs was established in 2009 to bring Community Forestry Development Committees together around shared priorities. Its collective approach helps communities raise concerns, engage stakeholders and advocate for a fairer role in decisions about forests and land.
Today, the Union provides a platform for community representation, training, advocacy and collaboration. Its work connects local priorities with broader discussions about forestry governance, benefit sharing and sustainable development.
OUR PURPOSE
Communities should have a meaningful voice in the future of their forests.
We work to strengthen that voice through collective action, practical support and partnerships.
Rights • Representation • SustainabilityWHAT GUIDES US
Our Mission & Vision
Strengthening community rights and promoting responsible use of natural resources.
Our Vision
Liberian forest communities working together to secure their rights, manage forests and land sustainably, and improve their livelihoods through fair and meaningful access to natural-resource benefits.
SUSTAINABLE FUTURES
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Values Behind Our Work
These principles describe the approach we seek to bring to community forestry advocacy and collaboration.
Community Voice
Putting the priorities and perspectives of forest-dependent communities at the center of our work.
Equity & Rights
Supporting fair treatment, participation and access to benefits from forest resources.
Accountability
Encouraging transparency and responsible decision-making in forest governance.
Sustainability
Promoting responsible management of forests, land and related livelihoods for the long term.
HOW WE SUPPORT COMMUNITIES
Our Areas of Work
Our activities respond to practical needs identified by community forestry representatives and their partners.
Capacity Building
Training and support to help community representatives understand forestry and land laws, governance processes and their responsibilities.
Community Rights Advocacy
Advocating for forest-dependent communities to have a meaningful role in decisions affecting their rights, land and resources.
Benefit-Sharing Proposals
Helping communities prepare project proposals for submission to the Benefit Sharing Trust Board.
Sustainable Forestry & Agriculture
Seeking support for responsible forest management, agriculture and livelihood opportunities.
Producer Organization Support
Supporting community-based producer organizations through partnerships, connections and fiscal sponsorship arrangements.
OUR COMMUNITY NETWORK
Representing Communities Across Liberia
Through 23 CFDC groups operating across 11 counties, NUCFDCs connects the concerns and priorities of approximately 500 communities and villages to collective advocacy and support.
Our strength comes from local participation and the shared commitment of community representatives to more inclusive and sustainable forest governance.
AT A GLANCE11 / 15Counties in Liberia represented by member CFDC groups
Community representation is central to our approach.
COLLABORATION MATTERS
Partners & Supporters
NUCFDCs has worked with organizations supporting forest governance, community rights and sustainable development.
Forest and Farm Facility
Fern
MFGAP
Fund for Global Human Rights
Grassroots Justice Network
Civil Society Independent Forest Monitors
BUILDING A BETTER FUTURE TOGETHER
Get in Touch Stand With Liberia's Forest Communities.
Explore opportunities to collaborate, support community priorities or learn more about the Union's work.
