Transforming Shrimp Waste into New Hope
Inanwatan District, located in South Sorong, Southwest Papua, is a coastal area known for its abundant marine resources. Shrimp is one of the primary catches
Economic Potential of Matara Village: Between Coconuts, the Sea, and Customary Traditions
Matara Village, located in the Semangga District of Merauke Regency, South Papua, is one of many traditional villages in the region that depend heavily on
Protecting Forests, Protecting Life in South Sorong
For Indigenous Papuans, the forest is not just a collection of trees. The forest is “mama”, a mother who gives life, protects, and provides sustenance.
EcoNusa and the Social Forestry Office Strengthen Cooperation to Accelerate Social Forestry Management in Maluku and Papua
EcoNusa Foundation signed a cooperation agreement with the Ambon Social Forestry Office (BPS Ambon) and the Manokwari Social Forestry Office (BPS Manokwari) on Wednesday, August
The Wor Tradition and Expressions of Gratitude for Nature’s Gifts
“Nggowor baido nari nggomar.” If we do not sing, then we die.This old proverb, passed down by Biak elders, reflects how deeply singing is woven into
Exploring the Ecotourism Potential of Marine and Forest Ecosystems in Mibi and Malaumkarta Villages
Papua is renowned for its extraordinary natural beauty. Beneath this beauty lies a rich underwater world and vast forests preserved through the local wisdom of
Doberai Lounge and Gallery: A Meeting Place of Products, Culture, and Cuisine from Papua’s Indigenous Communities
Tears welled up in Yuyun Yunita’s eyes as she gazed at the array of Sinagi Papua products she had crafted, now proudly displayed at the Doberai Lounge
Kampung Konderjan Fights Climate Impact with Sustainable Cocoa
Kampung Konderjan, located in Tor Atas District, Sarmi Regency, Papua, has a long history of cocoa cultivation. Since the Dutch colonial era, the people of
Improving Financial Literacy Among Copra Farmers in Kampung Takar, Papua
Kampung Takar, located in Sarmi Regency, Papua, is known as one of the key copra-producing regions in the area, with abundant natural and human resources.
The Potential of Nabire’s Coconuts: Tackling Distribution and Pricing Challenges Through Collaboration
Nabire, a coastal regency in Papua, holds significant potential in coconut commodities. For generations, local communities have relied on coconut harvests, which are processed into copra,
Nabire Coconuts: A High-Value Commodity from the Coastal Areas of Papua
Nabire Regency, located on the northern coast of Central Papua, is not only blessed with stunning natural beauty and abundant marine resources but also holds
Reviving the Glory of Cocoa in Konderjan Village
Sarmi Regency is planned to become one of the central cocoa-producing regions in Papua. In 2016, the Papua Development Acceleration Agency designated the regency as
Promoting the Protection of Indigenous People’s Rights, Forest and Marine Ecosystems, and Indigenous Economic Empowerment in RPJMD: A Commitment to a Sustainable Future
Papua and the Maluku Islands are regions with extraordinary ecological wealth. Papua, for instance, holds 32.39 million hectares of forest, serving as Indonesia’s last tropical
Marandan Weser Village: Reviving Tradition and Harmony with Nature Amidst Modernization
In a remote corner of Raja Ampat, amidst untouched natural beauty, lies a village rich in unique cultural heritage and traditions. Marandan Weser Village, located
A Message from the CEO: Grateful for 25 Years of Consistency in Protecting Nature and Humanity
July 27, 1999, marked the beginning of my journey, filled with hope and challenges. At that time, I was completing my studies at the Faculty
Victory! Indigenous Communities Secure Their Ancestral Lands
A smile bloomed on the faces of the Tehit Mlaqya and Nakin Onim Fayas sub-tribes in April 2024. Their long struggle to defend their indigenous
Natural Wealth and Development Challenges in Papua and Maluku
Eastern Indonesia, particularly Papua and Maluku, boasts abundant natural wealth. Papua is renowned for its dense forests and rich mining potential, including copper, gold, and
Mobilizing Local Initiatives for Environmental Sustainability
On July 21, 2017, EcoNusa Foundation was established with a noble purpose: to elevate local initiatives in Indonesia to national and international levels. EcoNusa focuses
