community development

We created KELAUT with the goal of providing education to schoolchildren about ecosystems and conservation works to preserve and restore the Anambas Islands.

A new initiative by the Marine Conservation team was launched in 2023 called Guardians of the Anambas Seas. Just as…

Part of my job at the Foundation is to create a behavioural change amongst communities regarding waste management. From my interactions with villagers, I came to understand that creating a good circular economy model for small-island communities is key to reducing their dependence on oceans for livelihood and managing waste properly.

To celebrate the annual World Ocean Day that falls on June 8, this year we and the LOKA KKPN Pekanbaru…

The first term of 2022 was filled with many changes, both in our programs and in our team. Here are the highlights of the first four months of 2022.

Ever wonder what to do with all of your unused, old clothes at home? Donating is one way to prevent them from going into landfills while also helping those in need. Another way is by upcycling them into new products, this is a fun activity that you can do at home using only simple tools and basic sewing skills. Below we show you some creative upcycling ideas:

This past year of living on a remote island has taught me a lot, not just about marine conservation but also working alongside local island communities.

Part of the waste management program is educating and raising the community’s awareness on types of waste, waste sorting at home and waste problems. Through this community-based approach members of Komunitas Kiabu Bersih, and the village, gain an understanding of why inorganic waste like plastics, rubber and electronics should not be dumped into the ocean, a harmful practice they used to do in the past.

KELAUT, which stands for Kelas Alam dan Laut (Nature and Marine Class) is the latest activity under our marine conservation program that educates schoolchildren in Anambas villages.

Everything you need to know about our new waste bank initiative in Kiabu Village.