Association Famelona works at the intersection of public health and conservation in Madagascar’s most biodiverse regions. Their innovative approach recognizes that community well-being and environmental protection are inextricably linked, leading them to develop integrated programs that address both healthcare access and forest conservation simultaneously.

The organization implements a range of programs including mobile health clinics that serve remote communities, forest protection initiatives that engage local residents as conservation leaders, and sustainable livelihood projects that reduce pressure on natural resources. Their work particularly focuses on areas where endangered species habitat overlaps with communities facing significant health challenges.

Since their founding, Famelona has established several permanent health centers that double as conservation education hubs, protected thousands of hectares of critical forest habitat, and significantly improved healthcare access for communities living near priority conservation areas. Their model demonstrates how addressing human development needs can directly contribute to more effective and sustainable conservation outcomes.