Self-Sufficient and Independent Society
“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
“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
“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
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
Masitah, a resilient woman from Keranji Hamlet, Tanjung Mekar Village, Sambas Regency, has dedicated her life to women’s empowerment and the preservation of local culture.She married Hasbian on May 20, 1990, and since then has balanced her roles as a
Amid the rapid tide of modernization, some ancestral traditions continue to endure. One of them is Paco’an, a communal savings tradition still practiced by the people of Sagu Village, Sambas Regency, passed down from generation to generation as a symbol
From October 1–3, 2024, Laili Khairnur of Gemawan traveled to Bangkok, Thailand, to participate in AsiaXChange 2024, hosted by The Rockefeller Foundation.The event carried a significant theme: “Accelerating a Just Green Transformation in Asia: Taking a Systems Approach to Climate