The Power of Mama
The Power of Mama is the first-ever female firefighting team in Borneo.
Through our outreach and education programmes, we enable people to become guardians of the wildlife on their doorstep. By providing training, resources, and sustainable livelihood opportunities, we help communities reduce reliance on practices that threaten wildlife and instead become active partners in protecting nature for future generations.
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FEMALE FIRE FIGHTERS
Over 130 women have joined The Power of Mama to become fire fighters and ambassadors for wildlife and forest protection in West Borneo.
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VEGETABLE BOAT INITIATIVE
535 Million Indonesian Rupiah has been generated by connecting local framers to markets via the vegetable boat initiative.
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SUSTAINABLE FARMERS
Helped by YIARI to adopt sustainable agricultural practices that support both livelihoods and the environment.
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EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Over 50 children in Indonesia are being given extra skills and training to further their education and help them start careers.
In order to rescue orangutans, we first need to support humans.Karmele Llano Sanchez, YIARI Programme Director
DISCOVER OUR PROJECTS
Education in Indonesia
Growing the next generation of conservationists.
Alternative Livelihoods: Tackling the Root Causes of Rainforest Loss
Helping Communities Thrive Without Harming the Forest
Ending the Dancing Bear Trade – Helping the Kalandars Build New Lives
A holistic approach to tackling animal cruelty.
One Health Programme
Tackling disease, human health & the link with the illegal wildlife trade.
Success Stories
A Boat that Changed Lives
Sometimes the simplest solution is the most effective.
How Coffee Farming Saves Tigers in Batutegi
By improving coffee yields many more critically endangered species are being spotted in Batutegi.
Hunter Turned Coffee Farmer
One man’s story of how he was able to give up hunting to make a living.
Scholarship programme
How education is breaking the cycle of poverty and supporting local conservation
Want to be part of the team?
Indonesia's rainforest is disappearing, and the orangutans and other wildlife who live there are running out of places to go. You can help change that. Join Guardians of the Forest, our monthly giving community, and your regular gift will help protect the forest and the animals who call it home by supporting local communities who live alongside the forests.