We are thrilled to introduce you to Natali– a passionate Community Development Coordinator at PT Alam Bukit Tigapulah (PT ABT) in Sumatra!
Natali and her team have one big mission: to help forest communities thrive! While also protecting the beautiful forests they rely on.
One of Natali’s main roles is working closely with the Talang Mamak tribe in the village of Simerantihan. She helps them take care of the forests around their village, while ensuring that their voices are always heard. Whether it’s restoring the forest or planning conservation projects, Natali helps the community to be involved every step of the way.
The village of Simerantihan is remote and hard to reach. But Natali doesn’t mind! She hops on her motorbike to visit the village, and when the weather makes the roads tough to travel, she’s not afraid to walk to make sure she never misses a meeting. Sometimes, she stays overnight, which gives her a chance to connect with the community and learn more about their way of life.
For Natali, understanding the culture and traditions of the community is key to working well together. Natali believes in empowering the people she works with, so that they get full credit for all the amazing things they do to protect their forests.
Natali is a true inspiration. She shows us how much we can accomplish when we work together with communities to care for our planet.
And thanks to YOU, people like Natali can continue making a real difference. With your support, forest communities can become the true guardians of their forest homes. 💚🌳
Program: Forest Protection and Community Development
Location: Bukit Tigapuluh, Jambi, Sumatra
Run by: PT Alam Bukit Tigapulah (PT ABT) works with the Ministry of Forestry. 🌳