Self-Sufficient and Independent Society
The formation of the Women Farmers’ Commodity-Based Network marks not only a milestone in strengthening the local economy but also a powerful testament that women farmers can stand at the forefront of sustainable agriculture. Through collaboration, innovation, and systemic support,
“We don’t need big assistance. Just simple facilities—so that waste doesn’t become a burden.”— Nurpunati, Serumpun Sejati Waste Bank, Singkawang. At a quiet corner of H. Basuni Street, in Bukit Batu Subdistrict, Singkawang, Nurpunati has been weaving an extraordinary story
An Anthology of SETARA: Stories of Women’s Resilience in The Blessed Land also serves as a reflection of the strength of movements based on local wisdom and community empowerment. Setara not only fights to improve economic well-being but also works
After darkness comes light.”This timeless phrase, often echoed during Kartini Day on April 21st, embodies the enduring spirit of Raden Ajeng Kartini—a pioneer of women’s empowerment in Indonesia. Her legacy is not merely about equality, but also about the courage
The North Coast Women’s Union (SERUMPUN) of Sambas Regency held a Halal Bihalal gathering facilitated by Gemawan on Friday, April 18, 2025, at the Pantai Bahari Tourism Park in Jawai District, Sambas Regency. The event, themed “Nurturing Kinship through Halal
The Cahaya Mentari Women Farmers Group and the HCC Berdikari Farmers Group successfully carried out a rice harvest marked by strong cooperation and efficiency among their members. The activity was a collaborative effort between the Gemawan Association and the Department
Gemawan remains committed to strengthening local commodity farmers as part of its mission to promote community sustainability and economic independence. Currently, Gemawan is conducting a commodity assessment across six regencies and cities in West Kalimantan — Sambas, Singkawang, Mempawah, Sintang,
This Assessment and Analysis Report on Forest and Land Fires (Karhutla) is expected to serve as a reference for various stakeholders in preventing forest and land fires in West Kalimantan. Gemawan officially launched the report on the condition of forest
Gemawan organized a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on Community-Based Initiatives for the Prevention and Management of Forest and Land Fires (Karhutla), with a special focus on peatland areas in West Kalimantan. The discussions, held on February 25–26, 2025, in Mempawah
The Serumpun Asoka Group of Singkawang officially inaugurated its Waste Bank Warehouse in Sungai Garam Hilir Village, North Singkawang District, Singkawang City, on February 24, 2025.This event marked an important step toward raising public awareness about sustainable waste management and