Jacques Somda

Jacques Somda is the chief program officer for the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) in Burkina Faso, where he focuses on enhancing environmental conservation efforts. He is actively involved in the implementation of the Programme de gestion durable des paysages communaux pour la REDD+, ensuring that selected project promoters have the necessary resources and training to execute their initiatives effectively. His work is vital in supporting the sustainable management of non-timber forest products and promoting financial management skills among beneficiaries in the region.