Working Together with Indigenous Papuan Communities
Intsia works to promote equitable natural resource management, strengthen Indigenous communities, and build an independent and prosperous future for Papua.
About Intsia
Intsia is an organization that works together with Indigenous Papuan communities in natural resource management, policy advocacy, community empowerment, research, health, and education.
We believe Indigenous communities must be the primary actors in decisions concerning their land, forests, water, knowledge, and their own future.
All programs are implemented according to the principles of transparency, accountability, equality, democracy, independence, and integrity.
Our Vision and Mission
The foundation that guides all of Intsia’s work, programs, and partnerships.
Our Vision
“Independent and prosperous Indigenous Papuan communities through equitable natural resource management.”
Our Mission
Promote natural resource management, health, and education policies that support Indigenous Papuan communities.
Promote the active participation of women in natural resource planning and management.
Provide assistance and strengthen household economic models.
Support Indigenous Papuan communities in organizing and developing their customary institutions.
Conduct periodic research and develop information related to natural resources.
Develop partnerships with various stakeholders to improve the well-being of Indigenous Papuan communities.
Intsia’s Values
The values that guide our organizational conduct and the way we work with communities and partners.
Transparent
Information about Intsia’s work is publicly accessible in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Accountable
All activities are accountable to stakeholders and the public.
Non-discriminatory
Differences are not used as a basis for unequal rights, opportunities, or treatment.
Equality
Apply gender equality and social inclusion within the organization and in program implementation.
Democratic
Decision-making is participatory and respects differing perspectives.
Independent
Intsia acts independently, does not rely on any party, and remains free from external pressure.
Integrity
Think, speak, behave, and act responsibly while upholding moral principles and the code of ethics.
Our Team
A multidisciplinary team working in advocacy, research, empowerment, administration, and community services.
Leadership and Division Heads
Bastian Wamafma
Director
Yosep Watopa
Program Manager
Gotlif Korwa
Head of Research Division
Nafli Lessil
Head of Advocacy Division
Benny Ramandey
Head of Community Empowerment Division
Staff and Program Officers
Fajar Rahmawan
GIS Officer
Cicilia Sokoy
Advocacy Officer
Delizius Kolop
Forestry Policy Analyst
Andi Wamafma
Community Development Officer
Richard B. Piran
Community Development Officer
Clara C. Bonay
Community Development Officer
Flora F. Runggeari
Finance & Administration Manager
Yeni S. Janggo
Cashier
Ruth N. Weyai
Bookkeeper
Rifali Loupatty
General Services
Let’s Build Papua Together
We welcome collaboration, research, program partnerships, the strengthening of Indigenous communities, and knowledge exchange.
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