Água Grande and Mé-Zóchi District Network

District network

Organisations in this network

This district area brings together the civil society organisations of Água Grande and Mé-Zóchi, covering the capital, São Tomé, and the central region of the island.

It has the highest concentration of CSOs in the network, including organic coffee and vanilla cooperatives, tourist guide associations in Obô Natural Park, projects processing non-timber forest products and organisations providing social and environmental support.

Discover the organisations in this network and their work for sustainable tourism.

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CSOs in the network

14

in Água Grande district

6

in Mé-Zóchi district

Santa Casa da Misericórdia de São Tomé e Príncipe

Social activities, local products shop

São Tomé city · Água Grande District

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Liga de Conservação da Natureza – São Tomé e Príncipe (LCN-STP)

Environmental protection and biodiversity

São Tomé · Água Grande District

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ADADER (Associação de Defesa do Ambiente e Desenvolvimento Rural)

Social activities, guidance on internships and scholarships

São Tomé city · Água Grande District

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Associação de Produtores de Baunilha Biológica de São Tomé (APBB-ST)

Organic vanilla production and environmental protection

Água Crioula · Mé-Zóchi District

Associação Tesouros d’Obô – Produtores e Transformadores de Produtos Florestais Não-Lenhosos de São Tomé e Príncipe (Associação Tesouros d’Obô)-Saudade/Abade

Processing non-timber forest food products (teas, mushrooms, preserves, spices, vinegar)

Roça Saudade / Abade · Mé-Zóchi District

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Point of sale

CSO products and tourist information

The network’s point of sale brings together products from local organisations and information on routes, experiences and services in the region.

Água Grande and Mé-Zóchi District Network Point of SaleOpen

Água Grande and Mé-Zóchi District Network

Água Grande and Mé-Zóchi District Network Point of Sale

Sale of products and services from the network’s Civil Society Organisations, with tourist information for visitors to the region.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to some of the most common questions about the National Network of Civil Society Organisations for Green and Responsible Tourism in São Tomé and Príncipe.

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What is the National CSO Network for Green Tourism?

It is an initiative that brings together civil society organisations working to promote sustainable and responsible tourism practices in São Tomé and Príncipe.

Who coordinates this initiative?

The initiative is promoted under a project run by ADPM, in partnership with the NGO Alisei and PTRS – Responsible and Sustainable Tourism Platform.

What is PTRS’s role in this network?

PTRS acts as a platform that connects organisations, local initiatives and projects linked to sustainable tourism.

Who can join the network?

Civil society organisations, community initiatives and projects that contribute to the development of responsible tourism in the country.

What are the network’s objectives?

PTRS contributes to a model of tourism that respects the environment, values local culture and creates opportunities for communities.

Does the network support local projects?

Yes. The network seeks to support and give visibility to initiatives that contribute to the sustainable development of tourism in São Tomé and Príncipe.

How can I find out more about CSO initiatives?

Information about the network’s initiatives, projects and activities can be followed on this platform and through its member organisations.