9+
Years Of Service
ABOUT US
Engaruka Community Initiative Organization
ABOUT US
ENCO is a charitable, not-for-profit, Tanzanian-registered non-governmental organization dedicated to improving the livelihoods and well-being of women and children of rural pastoralist communities through health, education, and economic empowerment programs.
ENCO was founded in 2016 and operates in the Arusha region of Tanzania, particularly in Monduli, Ngorongoro and Longido districts. Though ENCO focuses primarily on women and children, we also recognize that educating men is necessary for the well-being and empowerment of women and children.
Our Foundation
Mission, Vision & Values
Our Foundation
Our Mission
To improve the quality of life for women and children in rural pastoralist communities through inclusive, sustainable programs that build resilience and opportunity.
Our Vision
Healthy, educated, gender equitable, economically viable, and environmentally sustainable pastoralist communities in Tanzania by 2040 and beyond.
Our Values
Integrity | Community | Sustainability | Gender Equity | Accountability | Inclusion | Resilience | Cultural Respect
Our Objectives
Four pillars driving community change
Our Objectives
ENCO's programs are guided by four long-term strategic objectives, each with concrete targets by 2040.
Improve Access to Quality Education
Plant 500,000 trees by 2030.
Improve Health Outcomes
Reduce Poverty Through Women's Empowerment
Our Professionals
Meet our Team
Our Professionals
Executive Director
Martha Olemisiko
Program Manager
Olarivan P. Mollel
Finance Manager
Benard B. Laizer
Secretary
Niomom S. Leyasek
A message from our managing director
Martha Olemisiko shares the story behind ENCO, why it was founded, and what drives the team’s work in Engaruka and beyond.
