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Integrating Human Dimensions into Conservation Practices for the Javan Gibbons and Beyond!

About Us

Yayasan Konservasi Ekosistem Alam Nusantara
(KIARA)

Yayasan Konservasi Ekosistem Alam Nusantara (KIARA) is a registered charitable organization in Indonesia (AHU – 0016632.AH.01.04). We are dedicated to safeguarding the Javan gibbon (Hylobates moloch), an endangered yet overlooked species found only in the remaining habitat of the island of Java.

 

Our vision is a future where Javan gibbons and their homes thrive alongside communities that take pride in protecting them. Through a collaborative approach, we can bridge scientific research with community-driven conservation efforts. 

 

Our mission is to ensure the survival of the Javan gibbon by fostering a deep connection between people and nature. We achieve this through:

At KIARA, we believe the song of the Javan gibbon is more than a call echoing through Java’s forests; it’s a symbol of their existence and the need to protect them. By amplifying their voice through research, education, and community engagement, we ensure their song is not forgotten but celebrated as a vital part of Indonesia’s natural heritage. Together, we can keep their melodies alive, echoing through the generations as a reminder of our shared responsibility to protect them.

Our Work

What We Are Doing

Research & Monitoring

Conservation Education

Community Engagement

Our Power In Number

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research scholarships

For undergraduate students from Indonesia to conduct research about Javan Gibbons’ ecology and prepare them as the next generation of conservationists

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Internship Students

To have field experience and learning together with our field team in Gibbons monitoring and working together with the local community. 

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VOLUNTEERS

We’ve provided an opportunity for people from all backgrounds from citizen scientists, nature enthusiasts, and students to bring science widely for public.

News & Blogs

Latest Blogs From Our Vault

Kera Dan Monyet, Apa Bedanya? Belajar Bersama Siswa-Siswi SDN Malasari 1 tentang Kera Kecil dari Pulau Jawa: Owa Jawa

Kera Dan Monyet, Apa Bedanya? Belajar Bersama Siswa-Siswi SDN Malasari 1 tentang Kera Kecil dari Pulau Jawa: Owa Jawa

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Narasi oleh: Rahayu Oktaviani Sabtu pagi, 12 Juli 2025, Esposa Coffee yang terletak di Bogor Barat berubah menjadi ruang belajar tanpa dinding, penuh tawa, cerita, dan suara anak-anak yang penasaran. Terletak di tengah rindangnya pohon-pohon jati, tempat ini memberi nuansa teduh dan alami. Daun-daun jati yang lebar sesekali gugur ke tanah, menimbulkan gelak tawa anak-anak yang menganggapnya sebagai bagian dari…

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Projects

Shop For A Cause

Our products are not only to spread words about the forgotten small ape from Java, but are also a small reminder of a way you’ve made a difference: 100% of the proceeds from your purchase are going to the forest-edge community who live side by side with the Javan Gibbons and endangered wildlife.

Projects

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