Self-Sufficient and Independent Society
Forest and land fires (karhutla) occurring across several areas of West Kalimantan throughout 2026 have raised concerns among various stakeholders. The situation requires urgent attention and a rapid response to prevent further impacts on communities, the environment, public health, as
West Kalimantan is known for its abundant natural wealth—from tropical forests to fertile agricultural lands that sustain the livelihoods of its people. Yet behind this immense potential lies a stark reality: the agricultural sector, particularly food crops, faces serious challenges.Farmers,
The Coalition of West Kalimantan Activists for the Upholding of Democracy (AKBAR-DEMO) has issued a strong call to restore civilian supremacy, fulfill the reform mandate, and prevent the rise of military authoritarianism. The coalition’s statement comes amid ongoing waves of
How do women become the guardian of a 300-year-old weaving history to safeguard their environment, livelihood and cultural legacy? In Sambas, West Kalimantan, part of Indonesian Borneo has witnessed how income deprivation led them to find a dire solution. In
In 2018, when Gemawan Association, in collaboration with YAPPIKA-ActionAid supported by the European Union, started the school community assistance in Sambas Regency, she was very excited to participate. Although she is not a coordinator, she is a community mobilizer. Mrs.
The Development Program of 30 Home Garden Units for Community Resilience in a Pandemic Situation of COVID-19 in Five Peat Care Villages in West Kalimantan aims to improve food security of the communities in a pandemic situation which has been
Rahmawati Many people in this world feel bored of this situation because of the pandemic and many activities move at home, because it’s very dangerous if we do the activities by meeting with many people. For now we need to
Women Farmer’s Group in Sagu Village, Sambas Regency harvested rice on their managed land. The harvest was conducted on Friday (16/7) in an area of 1/4 hectare belonging to one of the group members. Even though it was small, happiness
Friday (9/4), Gemawan Association facilitated the transfer of plant seeds to LPHD Bumbun and KUPS Rajak Binua Bumu’nt. This activity was carried out in Bumbun Village, Sadaniang District, Mempawah Regency. According to Lani Ardiansyah, an activist of Gemawan, the transfer
Various efforts have been made to reduce the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic which has been present since 2020. The social restrictions set as a step to break the chain of the spread of COVID-19, on the one hand, have