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West Papua Forests: Balancing Conservation and Development
The forests in West Papua are some of the most biologically diverse and ecologically important forests in the world – home to various plant and animal species. Other than that, the forests significantly regulate the […]

The Role of Traditional Leaders in West Papua Governance
West Papua has a diverse range of ethnic groups. Traditional leaders play an important role in local governance and decision-making processes. Even though the provincial government is led by a Governor, the presence of traditional […]

West Papua Art and Craft: Local Creativity and Entrepreneurship
Papua and West Papua are famous for their richness and natural beauty. Certainly, everyone who visits this province will get a deep impression. If you can visit this place, make sure to see the residents’ […]

Promoting Renewable Energy in West Papua: Harnessing the Potential
The ever-increasing need for energy and the depletion of petroleum reserves force humans to look for alternative energy sources. West Papua is one of the provinces exploring new energy potential. The energy expected this time […]

West Papua Struggle for Independence: Key Players and Challenges
The issue of West Papua has often been a sensitive issue in Indonesian history. West Papua’s independence began with the decision of the Round Table Conference on December 24, 1949. At that time, West Papua […]

Human Rights Issues in West papua: Addressing the Root Causes
Talk of Papua and West papua will always relate to violence, underdevelopment, and persistent rights violations. The government continues to be under pressure to resolve many cases. But until now, there hasn’t been much hope. […]

Empowering Women in West Papua: Challenges and Success Stories
Due to cultural barriers, West papua women do not play many roles in regional development. As a result, problems that affect Papuan women cannot be resolved immediately due to the lack of participation from women. […]