The fiery gaze of the Komodo dragon, the world’s largest lizard, has enthralled tourists for decades. But behind the postcards and thrill-seeking safaris lies a troubling tale of displacement. The Ata Modo people, the Indigenous inhabitants of Komodo Island, find themselves caught in a bitter struggle for their land and rights as the Indonesian government…
Why the Indonesian Palm Oil private Sector Concerned with the New EU Deforestation-free Regulation?
It was first announced in December 2022 by the European Union (EU) bodies that they agreed on the new proposal to address the deforestation caused by their consumption When it was first announced in December 2022 by the European Union (EU) bodies that they agreed on the new proposal to address the placement of products…
Why I Against the “Fortress Conservation” Model
Fortress conservation is a model of conservation that seeks to protect natural areas by strictly limiting human access and activities within these areas. While this model may seem like an effective way to protect the environment, it can often have negative impacts on the rights and livelihoods of Indigenous Peoples who have lived in and…