DISCUSSION BETWEEN IRI AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL FUND MANAGEMENT AGENCY (BPDLH) IN THE CONTEXT OF FRIENDSHIP AND COMMUNICATION REGARDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PROGRAM COLLABORATION

24 July 2023. The discussion took place at JB Tower 29-30th Floor, Kebon Sirih Street, No.48-50, RT.11/ RW.2, Gambir, DKI Jakarta, 10110. The discussion was organized by inviting participants from religious leaders and practitioners. Through this discussion, participants were given the opportunity to share their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives on the contributions of religious communities in preserving forests and indigenous communities. The focus of the discussion was on gaining a deeper understanding of the role of religious communities in advocating for the protection of forests and indigenous communities.

 The discussion also aimed to build collaborative networks among the participants, religious organizations, and relevant stakeholders. This was intended to foster joint efforts in the protection of forests and indigenous communities. This program aims at improving collaboration between the Environmental Fund Management Agency (Badan Pengelola Dana Lingkungan Hidup – BPDLH), religious leaders, environmental NGOs, and interfaith communities in raising awareness among the general public, especially religious communities, about the importance of preserving and protecting forests and indigenous communities as guardians of the forests.