Richard F. Marah Meets EU Head of Delegation to Sierra Leone

Freetown, Sierra Leone – Richard F. Marah, Founder and Country Manager, held a strategic meeting with the European Union Head of Delegation to Sierra Leone to explore potential partnership and funding opportunities.

Hon. Paramount Chief Member of Parliament (PCMP), P C Fasalie Kulako Demba Marah 111 Nyedu Chiefdom Falaba District, Meets EU Head of Delegation

Freetown, Sierra Leone – The Honorable Paramount Chief Member of Parliament representing Falaba District held a strategic meeting with the European Union Head of Delegation to Sierra Leone. During the engagement, the Hon. PCMP presented a comprehensive strategy project proposal focused on the development of the Loma landscape. The proposal outlined opportunities for sustainable land use, environmental conservation, and community-driven initiatives aimed at improving livelihoods in the district. The EU Head of Delegation welcomed the proposal and expressed interest in exploring avenues for collaboration and potential funding support. Both parties emphasized the importance of partnerships that foster inclusive growth, environmental stewardship, and long-term resilience for communities in Sierra Leone.

Stakeholders from Falaba, Koinadugu, and Kono Districts Engage EU Delegation Leadership on Funding Opportunities

Freetown, Sierra Leone – Key stakeholders from Falaba, Koinadugu, and Kono Districts convened with senior leadership of the European Union Delegation to Sierra Leone to explore potential funding opportunities for development initiatives across the three districts.

EU Delegation Meets Local Communities to Explore Development Opportunities

Freetown, Sierra Leone – Senior representatives of the European Union Delegation to Sierra Leone held a constructive meeting with local community leaders to discuss potential support and opportunities for community development.

Senior Research Scientist from Wageningen University Meets LCCP/SL Leadership on Loma Landscape Research Opportunities

Koinadugu and Falaba Districts, Sierra Leone – A Senior Research Scientist from Wageningen University, Northern Ireland, held a strategic meeting with the Board Chairman and Senior Management of the LCCP/SL (Loma Conservation and Community Project Sierra Leone).

The discussions centered on potential collaborative research opportunities within the Loma landscape, focusing on:

Biodiversity conservation and ecological monitoring.
Sustainable land use practices to balance conservation and community needs.
Climate resilience strategies to protect vulnerable ecosystems.
Community engagement in research and conservation activities.

Both parties emphasized the importance of integrating scientific research with local knowledge to ensure that development initiatives are sustainable and inclusive. The meeting concluded with a commitment to explore joint projects that could strengthen environmental stewardship and improve livelihoods in the Loma region.

Who We Are

Who knows it, feels it

This proverb reflects our deep roots in the forest-edge communities surrounding the Greater Loma Landscape. For over 50 years, our people have lived with the challenges of poverty, environmental degradation, and the misuse of Loma Mountain. We know these struggles firsthand — and we feel them deeply.

LCCPSL is a local nonprofit, community-based organization established in direct response to these realities. We are committed to turning challenges into opportunities by protecting Loma Mountain’s natural heritage, empowering communities, and promoting sustainable development.

We believe that through collective action, resource mobilization, and community empowerment, Loma Mountain can be transformed into a hub of resilience — attracting tourism, private sector investment, and climate sustainability projects that benefit both people and nature

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Leadership & Governance

What makes us different from other environmental conservation organizations in Sierra Leone

We are proudly rooted in the communities we serve. The founding members of LCCPSL are native sons and daughters of the three Chiefdoms surrounding the Greater Loma Landscape. This deep connection ensures that our work reflects the lived experiences, traditions, and aspirations of the people who call Loma Mountain home.

Our Board of Trustees is composed of local authorities, including the Paramount Chiefs — the custodians of the land — who provide wisdom, guidance, and cultural legitimacy to our mission.

Beyond our local leadership, we are supported by a diverse team of advisors with extensive experience across the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. Together, they bring expertise in sustainable development, environmental conservation, and community empowerment.

At the heart of LCCPSL is a leadership team that has consistently been at the forefront of designing and implementing impactful development projects. Their vision and dedication drive our commitment to protecting the Greater Loma Landscape while enhancing the lives of the communities who depend on it.