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Samuel Leivy Opa (Sam)

Samuel Leivy Opa (Sam)

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Sam is a passionate environmentalist working with Seasoldier Sulawesi Utara, who is interested in youth and environmental issues, especially coastal and marine ecosystems. He holds a Master's degree in Aquatic Science within the International Indo-PacificCoral Reefs Biodiversityand Conservation Masters Programme. Currently, he acts as Chair of North Sulawesi Maritime Youth (Maritim Muda Sulawesi Utara) and is a Lecturer and Marine Science Study Programme Head of Esa Trinita Science and Technology Institute.

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Sustainable Tourism Approach Reduce Marine Debris in Bahowo Mangrove Park and Make Bahowo Better

Mapia Project Bahowo was designed to tackle environmental challenges and promote sustainable tourism in Bahowo, North Sulawesi. Through extensive data collection and focus group discussions with the local community, government, youth, and religious leaders, it became clear that the coastal village faced serious waste management issues that threatened its natural beauty and marine ecosystems. Addressing these challenges was essential to preserving Bahowo’s environment and enhancing its appeal as a tourist destination.

AKSI BIRU PLASTIK - Blue Plastic Action (Maria, 2023)

Maria’s project, AKSI BIRU PLASTIK, focuses on strengthening youth leadership in marine plastic pollution awareness on Tahima Soroma Island. It was built on the belief that youth are critical change agents in environmental protection, especially in remote island communities where waste management infrastructure is limited. The project’s two main goals are to build the capacity of young people and to increase community awareness about the dangers of plastic pollution and how to reduce waste. 

Andi Arifayani (Ifa)

Andi Arifayani (Ifa)

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Ifa has been working in a local NGO named Yayasan Lembaga Mitra Ibu dan Anak (LemINA) right after graduating. Most of her time was spent doing voluntary work in the organization and now helping the development of the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) policy. She is also assisting the program of Sexual prevention and Menstrual Hygiene Management.

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Rosadalima D Panda (Rosa)

Rosadalima D Panda (Rosa)

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Rosadalima (Rosa) is a change-seeker who develops community-driven programs for WISE, an NGO that works to strengthen the voices and power of communities and build solidarity across borders to create change. In this role, she leads and initiates the implementation and development of projects related to water, sanitation and hygiene ( WASH) and education and ecotourism. She like to connect people and expand network under the @bidara community. Rosa changed the direction of her career when she left her position with a private company in

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Nur Safitri Lasibani

Nur Safitri Lasibani

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Nur is a young activist involved in humanitarian work, women's and children's issues, and promoting gender equality with the Sikola Mombine Foundation in Central Sulawesi. As Executive Director of Sikola Mombine (www.yayasansikolamombine.org), Nur has experience in policy and advocacy, including work on the Regulations of the Donggala Regent on the Acceleration of Sustainable Village Development in Donggala District, encouraging gender-responsive budgeting in Poso District, and organising women and young people through a village learning centre.

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Sahur Ramadhan (Sahur)

Sahur Ramadhan (Sahur)

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Sahur Ramadan is a manager of the Samparona pine forest, which is an ecotourism destination area. Sahur is responsible for building the capacity of tourism managers through training in the field. In addition, he is a creative team member for tourism development planning. His current project is to increase awareness of protecting and preserving forests through community empowerment in sustainable tourism development. Sahur is committed to working with environmental, educational, and community development organisations.

Particular interests: environment and education.

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Muh. Fajar Pahrir (Fajar)

Muh. Fajar Pahrir (Fajar)

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Fajar works as a case manager DPPM (District Based Public Private Mix) at Yayasan Masyarakat Peduli Tuberculosis (Yamali TB), an NGO that focuses on Tuberculosis elimination by collaborating with wider civil society. He manages drug-sensitive TB cases in public and private health services. This includes coordinating medical and psychosocial support, and assessing patient needs by developing individualised case management through advocacy and partnership at district levels.

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Hironimus Gesu (Hiro)

Hironimus Gesu (Hiro)

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Hiro is involved in disaster response and recovery, DRR forum, and is a Program Consultant for humanity resilience and safety schools. He is working to tackle climate issues with rural communities, especially mothers, youth, and children, who are the most vulnerable groups in Eastern Indonesia. He is also involved in WASH, community-based water projects, business support for mothers, and business training for vulnerable groups. He currently works as operations lead at WISE-WASH in Indonesia.

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