Kaoem Telapak (KT) is a membership-based civil society organization established in 2016 in Bogor, West Java. KT works alongside farmers, fishers, and indigenous communities across various regions in Indonesia to promote fair and sustainable natural resource management through monitoring, mentoring, policy advocacy, and investigation of forestry and environmental issues. As an organization focusing on environmental issues, we are committed to
Jakarta, August 7, 2026 - As the threats of floods, landslides, droughts, and extreme weather continue to escalate, forest restoration has become an essential part of efforts to safeguard people's lives. Through the commemoration of Indonesia Forest Day 2026, the Indonesia Forest Day Consortium brings forward the theme “Pulihkan Hutan, Pulihkan Kehidupan” and invites all parties to take part in
A land conflict that has lasted for more than a decade in the customary territory of Muara Tae, East Kalimantan, has escalated once again. The Muara Tae Indigenous community has reported land clearing activities allegedly carried out by PT Borneo Surya Mining Jaya (PT BSMJ), an oil palm plantation company that is part of First Resources Ltd. The land conflict
Dozens of Indigenous youth and local community members from various regions across Maluku ventured directly into the forests of Saunulu Village on Seram Island. They were not there for an adventure, but with a vital mission: to learn how to become the frontline guardians and monitors of the forest. Organized by Kaoem Telapak from June 1–6, 2026, the Forest Monitoring
In the eastern region of Indonesia lies an island renowned as the country's largest coconut producer: Wawonii Island. Situated in the Banda Sea, specifically within the Konawe Islands Regency of Southeast Sulawesi, its name holds a literal meaning. In the local Wawonii language, "Wawo" means high ground or above, while "Nii" means coconut.
Approximately 95 civil society organizations from across the world took part to create this joint...
Approximately 95 civil society organizations from across the world took part to create this joint statement to push for the enforcement of the EU Deforestation Law (EUDR) on December 30, 2025, amid the ongoing attempt to weaken the regulation by a number of other stakeholders....
The Indigenous Peoples and Coalition of Civil Society Organizations wrote the Declaration of Bali as...
The Indigenous Peoples and Coalition of Civil Society Organizations wrote the Declaration of Bali as a collective commitment for the sake of a sacred relationship between humans, ancestors, and Earth....
Kaoem Telapak sent a cover letter to the Europe Union (EU) Commission regarding the proposal...
Kaoem Telapak sent a cover letter to the Europe Union (EU) Commission regarding the proposal to delay the EUDR for the second time for 12 months, starting from December 2025....
Approximately 95 civil society organizations from across the world took part to create this joint...
Approximately 95 civil society organizations from across the world took part to create this joint statement to push for the enforcement of the EU Deforestation Law (EUDR) on December 30, 2025, amid the ongoing attempt to weaken the regulation by a number of other stakeholders....
The Indigenous Peoples and Coalition of Civil Society Organizations wrote the Declaration of Bali as...
The Indigenous Peoples and Coalition of Civil Society Organizations wrote the Declaration of Bali as a collective commitment for the sake of a sacred relationship between humans, ancestors, and Earth....
Kaoem Telapak sent a cover letter to the Europe Union (EU) Commission regarding the proposal...
Kaoem Telapak sent a cover letter to the Europe Union (EU) Commission regarding the proposal to delay the EUDR for the second time for 12 months, starting from December 2025....
A total of 29 civil society organizations, including Kaoem Telapak published a joint statement to...
A total of 29 civil society organizations, including Kaoem Telapak published a joint statement to reject the proposal to delay the EUDR for the second time, as stated by the Europe Union (EU) Environment Commissioner on September 23, 2025....
Over two decades have passed since the implementation of the Forestry Law Number 41 Year...
Over two decades have passed since the implementation of the Forestry Law Number 41 Year 1999 and the government have attempted to propose for multiple revisions to the Forestry Law, including the 2024-2029 National Legislative Program (Prolegnas) Priority....
The latest investigative report titled "A Family Affair" published by Kaoem Telapak adn Environmental Investigation...
The latest investigative report titled "A Family Affair" published by Kaoem Telapak adn Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) uncovers the allegation of violation against the law, environment, and human rights systematically by a number of palm oil companies affiliated with the Fangiono family, one of the...
Kaoem Telapak and its network have submitted a letter to the Ministry of Agriculture of...
Kaoem Telapak and its network have submitted a letter to the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Indonesia, containing recommendations for the enhancement of ISPO....
The policy brief from the Coalition to Guard the Indigenous Peoples Bill 2025 centres on...
The policy brief from the Coalition to Guard the Indigenous Peoples Bill 2025 centres on the concerted efforts to enact the Indigenous Peoples Law in Indonesia. It underscores the government's unfulfilled promises concerning the recognition and protection of Indigenous Peoples' rights....
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