Safeguarding Papua’s Forests: The Journey of Developing Social Forestry Management Plans in Village Forests of West Papua
We had barely fallen asleep when we were awakened by the voices and shouts of local residents directing the boat staff to dock at the
Building a Restorative Bioeconomy in Papua: A Path Toward Indigenous Welfare and Environmental Sustainability
The workshop Building a Restorative Bioeconomy in Papua: Indigenous Rights, Sustainable Nature, and Shared Prosperity, held at Hotel Vega, Sorong, became a strategic forum to chart
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.
Strengthening Food Security Through Organic Rice in Nagura Village
In the Teluk Arguni Bawah District of West Papua lies a remote village called Nagura, surrounded by dense forests and the sea. Reaching the village
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
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
Wasur National Park, Paradise of Migrant Birds in Eastern Indonesia
One of the national parks known for its beauty, located in eastern Indonesia is Wasur National Park, Merauke, South Papua Province. When you visit this
Sasi on Lemon Island, An Initiative from Local Youth to Protect Marine Biodiversity
The land of Papua has rich traditions and cultures, including implementing local wisdom to protect its nature. Sasi is one of the local wisdom in
Village Head Workshop: Progressive Change Should Start from the Village
Building village independence must start from a good village planning process. Detailed and thorough planning is very important. Then proceed with good program governance. “When
Good News, Gelek Ulim Abgies Pela Customary Territory Receives Government Recognition
The first month of 2023 ended with good news for the people of Moi Tribe, especially those who live in Kwakeik Village in the Klayili
Hoping for Land road in Segun District
The people in Segun District, Sorong Regency, West Papua, has been longing for the presence of land road infrastructure. It has been years the community
Diplomacy Study via Social Media in National SED
Excitement filled the hall of Kinasih Resort at Depok, West Java, despite the late night. Laughs and claps of the enthusiastic 36 participants of the
Papuan Young Scientists Support Crown Jewel Papua
West Papua has strategic areas dubbed the Crown Jewel Papua (CJP) that has some functions of protection, biodiversity, and culture in support of sustainable development.
35 Indonesian Youths Prepared for Being Green Diplomat
Despite the country’s attribute for its ample biodiversity, empirically Indonesia’s nature is under threats of climate crisis and business practices that are not sustainable, exploitative,
Restore Faster, Recover Stronger
I purposely adopt the central theme of the 77 th RI Independence Day this year for the article. The theme has straightforwardly represented the fact
Antigraft Body Monitors Land-based Management Improvement in West Papua
Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) jointly with the Provincial Government of West Papua held a coordination meeting on palm oil plantation license review. The evaluation is
