Self-Sufficient and Independent Society
In Sambas Regency and Singkawang City, stands a strong network of women known as the Northern Coastal Women’s Union (SERUMPUN). Since its founding in 2009, this organization has become a home for hundreds of resilient women from various villages —
The preservation of Lunggi weaving is not the responsibility of individuals alone — it is the result of collective synergy among weaver communities, organizations like Gemawan, local government, and various supporting programs. In the Sambas Regency of West Kalimantan lies
“Working together to plant and care for crops has become a symbol of community-based food resilience.By growing their own food, families feel safer—because they know exactly where their food comes from.” Growing Organically from Limited Space When people hear the
Gemawan organized a Workshop on Business Planning Document Development and Community-Based Commodity Farmer Network Gathering at the Penakalan Village Hall, Sejangkung District, Sambas Regency. The two-day event, held on May 24–25, brought together 25 participants from various villages and districts across
The Women’s Union of North Coast (Serumpun) Sambas celebrated its 16th anniversary with a series of social and health-focused activities held in Penakalan Village, Sejangkung District, Sambas Regency, on Sunday, May 25.The celebration carried the theme: “The Role of Women
“We hope candied coconut can become a village’s signature product and increase household income,” said Maulisa, Head of the Creative Economy Division at Gemawan. From Raw Coconuts to High-Value Products To maximize local potential, Gemawan held a candied coconut–making workshop
“Our dream is simple—to keep learning, growing, and giving back. We want our Ramadan food stall to thrive, to help more people, and to stand at the forefront of preserving traditional cuisine. If not us, then who?” — Laila, Chairperson
For these women farmers, not everything goes smoothly. There are days when heavy rain washes away freshly planted seeds. But from that, they learn: failure is the fertilizer for growing stronger. Their big dreams keep them moving forward—step by step,
“Waste is our reflection. If we ignore it, it becomes a disaster.But if we manage it, it becomes a blessing.”— Serumpun Asoka Waste Bank Community Turning Trash into Savings In a narrow alley called Asoka Street, in Sungai Garam Hilir
They hope their story will inspire women in Linggam Permai Village to pursue self-reliance. “We want more women to have the courage to try. You don’t need a large field—start with your own backyard,” said Natalia with conviction. A Garden