Indonesia's tropical forests contain the world's richest and rarest biodiversity, and are a source of national pride. Although the area of tropical forests only covers 7% of the land area, they save half of the life on earth.

Indonesia's forests are also a carbon store that is very important for the balance of the world's climate, where we are given a big responsibility to preserve them for the survival of humankind.

For generations, the lives of indigenous Papuans have been very dependent on forests. 3000 villages are formed with their indigenous people who are scattered in the expanse of Papua's forests. Although some of them are still left untouched, through customary means, they are not only able to survive, but are also able to conserve Papua's forests.

In 2005 - 2009, Papua's forest area was 42 million hectares (ha). Three years later, namely in 2011, Papua's forest area left only 30.07 million hectares. Information obtained from the local government shows that every year the average deforestation in Papua is 143,680 ha. Meanwhile, the annual rate of deforestation for West Papua Province is 25 percent or 293 thousand ha.

The abundant natural wealth in Papua and West Papua and the characteristics of the population that are known to have high concern local wisdom are potentials that must be exploited by local governments in developing pro-people and pro-environment programs.


Theme
Living Forest; Forest of Life | RainforestLive

Destination
This activity aims to support the commitment of the Indonesian government in carrying out sustainable and sustainable environmental management
specifically with regard to:
Promote forest protection efforts in Tanah Papua for the younger generation
Promote the cultural values of indigenous peoples related to wise forest management.

Forms of activity

During the expedition by sea, it is hoped that it can build public awareness to save the remaining forests in Papua. These activities include:
Screening of films at locations that will be visited
Training and discussion on the role of communities in forest protection.
Documentation and Monitoring of Forest Conditions.
Cultural performances.

Time and place
The expedition is scheduled to use the KLM ship. Kurabesi Explorer will start its voyage from Sorong and end in Manokwari. The voyage is planned to start on November 12-19 2016. The activities that will be carried out during the voyage are:

12 Nov 2016, Departing from Sorong.

13-14 Nov 2016, Ship Arrives at Makbon
Traditional Ship Welcoming Party
Discussion with the community
Forest monitoring training
Dinner with the Community.

15-16 Nov 2016, Ship Arrives at Sausopor
Traditional Ship Welcoming Party
Discussion with the community
Forest monitoring training
Dinner with the Community.

16-17 Nov 2016, Ship Arrives at Saokorem
Traditional Ship Welcoming Party
Discussion with the community
Forest monitoring training
Dinner with the Community.

18 Nov 2016, Ship Arrives at Masni
Discussion with the community
Forest monitoring training

19 Nov 2016, Ship Arrives in Manokwari
Traditional Ship Welcoming Party
Discussion with the community
Forest monitoring training
Dinner with the Community.