We remain convinced that the preservation of forests can only be effectively carried out with the populations that live there and who know this environment best. This is especially true since indigenous peoples have lived there for centuries and have mastery over the forest and wildlife. Failing to make them the actors and guardians of the preservation of this ecosystem is a utopia. We advocate for greater involvement of these communities in nature and wildlife protection programs and projects. We remain convinced that a brigade of eco-guards made up of these individuals would be more effective than one that operates solely on the roadways serving the various natural reserves..

It is very difficult or almost impossible to develop a community without paying particular attention to mothers and children. They are at the center of our concerns both in terms of health and education. Involving matriarchs in the implementation of the various activities we wish to undertake gives us a significant advantage in ensuring their sustainability. Women play a very important role in the transmission of customs and traditions among indigenous peoples..

We sadly note that after several decades of programs and projects in favor of indigenous peoples, they are still relegated to the simple role of execution and support on the ground. They only intervene downstream when the projects and programs are completed. The headquarters and representations of these projects are not located within the intervention area because all the management staff reside in large cities and metropolises. This distances them from the reality on the ground and the daily lives of indigenous peoples.

We are firmly committed to nurturing an elite within indigenous communities capable of developing and implementing projects from which they will benefit. We advocate for the full involvement of indigenous peoples at all levels of the projects from which they are beneficiaries, with particular attention to strengthening their capacities, so that they can become actors in their own destiny..

The indigenous peoples are caught between a vision of development imposed on them by the state and their way of life. Indeed, due to their marginalization, indigenous peoples struggle to integrate into the development system as envisioned by the government. Because of their under-education and the lack of job opportunities available to them, indigenous peoples face difficulties in obtaining civil status documents (Birth Certificate, National Identity Card, etc.) which are mostly paid. Without these documents, they cannot access any administrative services and largely live on the margins of the path to development. This makes them more vulnerable because without income, they now have to feed themselves by acquiring essential goods, clothe themselves, seek medical care, and sometimes send their children to school..

We are convinced that the empowerment of indigenous peoples could provide a starting solution to the marginalization they face. Indeed, they can make a living from the labeling and sale of Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs), which are the result of their collection activities in the forest. Organizing this income-generating activity around a cooperative could offer a beginning solution to the lack of financial resources they encounter..

Their knowledge of the forest can also be contributed to the creation and development of tourist areas in the heart of the forest for the advancement of ecotourism..

Deforestation and climate change continue to significantly disrupt the ecosystem of forest peoples. Hunting restrictions and the scarcity of certain animal species are plunging forest peoples into unprecedented food insecurity. Indeed, being unable to access essential goods due to a lack of resources, there is a growing famine among them. We are convinced that the introduction of livestock farming and agriculture into their practices could help alleviate this growing food insecurity..

The creation of orchards (avocados, mangoes, safou, etc.) around the camps could produce food that they need to nourish themselves. The promotion of community agriculture could also be associated with the orchards for food security of the communities..

With scientific advancements, it is now possible to raise holacosts, caterpillars, snails, and white worms. Aquaculture is also an area that could be utilized to provide nutrients to these populations while preserving their dietary habits..