Savannas Forever Tanzania
Savannas Forever Tanzania (SFTZ) is a non-profit Tanzanian research and development organization that provides on-the-ground expertise in East Africa, in partnership with leading international and national experts.​Our expertise in high-quality data collection ensures that the data used in the analyses is reliable. We select, train and monitor local enumerators to meet the very highest standards.​We have been helping to connect rural communities and their stakeholders in public, private and charitable organizations at the local, national and international levels since 2006.
Our Vision
To be the most trusted source of information for evaluating, monitoring, and providing insight on effectiveness of conservation, health, agriculture, and poverty-reduction activities throughout East Africa. The information we provide will be grounded in interdisciplinary scientific research and field-tested with communities.
Our Mission
Savannas Forever Tanzania’s mission is to help our partners provide effective and practical solutions for conserving African savannas and reducing poverty and improving lives in rural communities.
Our Core Values
Collaboration
We collaborate with people from all nations & communities, across academic disciplines, in both the public & private sectors to understand & address the complex issues of conservation, health & poverty.
Professionalism
We adhere to the most rigorous standards of scientific inquiry, objectivity and excellence.
Integrity
We uphold the highest ethical standards in all aspects of our work, ensuring honesty and transparency in our research processes.
Communication
We believe our success depends on effective two-way communication.
Tenacity
We are persistent in the face of uncertainty because we know measurable results will require a long-term commitment.
Compassion
We value solution-oriented research driven by the needs of people living in rural communities across Eastern Africa.