Our Mission & Vision

At REFACOF, we are committed to empowering African women to actively participate in community forest management and land rights reforms.  

Our Vision:
To position itself as a major player in promoting women’s land and forest rights in Central and West Africa.

Our Mission:
REFACOF’s mission is to promote women’s rights in Africa and influence policies for gender equity in land and forest tenure.

Our Leadership

Meet the dedicated individuals driving REFACOF’s mission forward across Africa.
Dr Cécile Ndjebet

President

Cécile leads REFACOF, bringing over 30 years of experience in gender advocacy, social forestry and environmental management.

Madam Masso
Program Coordinator

Grace excels in community engagement and women’s leadership development programs.

Mrs Lydia Weah

Vice President

Lydia spearheads REFACOF’s advocacy efforts for gender-sensitive land tenure policies.

Isabelle N'Guessan
Finance Director
Isabelle manages REFACOF’s financial resources, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Join Our Mission

Support REFACOF in empowering women and advocating for gender equity in Africa.
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