Yayasan Tambuhak Sinta (YTS) is an Indonesian non-profit organisation dedicated to empowering rural and Indigenous communities through sustainable development, environmental stewardship, inclusive economic opportunities, and community-led capacity building. Since its establishment in 1996, the organisation has worked primarily across Kalimantan, partnering with local communities, government agencies, civil society organisations, and the private sector to promote equitable development while protecting the region’s rich natural and cultural heritage.
YTS implements integrated programmes that strengthen sustainable livelihoods, improve food security, support climate resilience, promote community health and education, and encourage responsible natural resource management. The organisation works closely with Indigenous Peoples and local communities to enhance agricultural practices, develop community enterprises, improve access to essential services, and strengthen local governance. By combining technical expertise with participatory approaches, YTS helps communities build long-term resilience while maintaining control over their own development priorities.
Environmental sustainability is a central pillar of YTS’s work. The organisation supports forest conservation, peatland protection, ecosystem restoration, climate adaptation, and sustainable land management through community-based initiatives that balance environmental conservation with economic wellbeing. Its programmes recognise that healthy ecosystems are fundamental to resilient livelihoods and long-term community prosperity.
Through collaboration, innovation, and community empowerment, Yayasan Tambuhak Sinta is helping create a more inclusive and sustainable future for the people of Kalimantan. By strengthening local leadership, promoting social inclusion, and supporting environmentally responsible development, the organisation contributes to resilient communities that can thrive alongside the natural ecosystems on which they depend.
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