People and nature thriving in harmony through conservation, science, and community collaboration.
From West Kalimantan, we work to protect landscapes, preserve local knowledge, and foster hope for a more sustainable future.
Conservation that brings people and nature together.
Arka Konservasi Indonesia is rooted in the belief that nature conservation can only endure when it goes hand in hand with the people whose lives are closely connected to its ecosystems.
From West Kalimantan, we connect scientific research, local knowledge, policy, and the role of Indigenous Peoples and local communities to help keep Indonesia’s landscapes resilient, sustainable, and full of life.
People & Nature Living in Harmony
Participatory conservation, research, and community empowerment.
Three pathways to protect nature and strengthen communities.
KWe believe lasting conservation grows from a fair relationship between ecosystems, knowledge, and people’s livelihoods.
Sustainable Empowerment
We support circular economy models for communities living around forest areas, helping livelihoods grow without damaging the ecosystem.
Participatory Conservation
We promote the protection of forests and key species together with Indigenous Peoples and local communities, from participatory mapping to field monitoring.
Scientific Research
We connect research, field data, and policy so that conservation decisions are grounded in strong evidence.
ARKA’s pathway from program scope to ecosystem-level impact.
ARKA’s Theory of Change illustrates how scientific research, collaboration, multi-approach conservation, sustainable tourism, and sustainable agroforestry contribute to ecosystem sustainability and community livelihoods at the landscape level.