Issifou SAMBO ALOU is a Beninese agricultural engineer who has more than 9 years of experience in community development, socio-economic studies in rural areas and the prevention and management of conflicts related to the use of natural resources. These experiences were acquired with local and international NGOs. Motivated by the conservation of the environment for future generations, and a specific interest in the interaction of pastoralist and agricultural communities, he joined the PIP team in October 2019. He is acting as the Community Development Manager for W National Park since October 2020.