Ikan for Indonesia

A collaborative program designed to bring Papuan indigenous fishermen out of poverty.

Image Above: Fishing Boat in Misool, Raja Ampat

Nature and Tradition

There is an extraordinary wealth of marine ecosystems in the waters surrounding Misool Island. In the midst of this, the Matbat indigenous people have maintained the harmony between nature and tradition. The majority of these people are fishermen who has carried out their traditions to this day.

From Sea to Market: What are the Challenges?

Despite their natural wealth, the Matbat indigenous people are mostly living in poverty and are yet to enter the wider seafood marketplace. This poses a challenge in establishing a connection between the indigenous fishermen and the wider seafood marketplace in order to raise their quality of life.

Image Above: Mr. Efraim Mluy, an elderly indigenous fisherman living in Misool Island

Ikan for Indonesia: A Collaborative Solution

The Atap Langit foundation have collaborated with the Matbat indigenous community to help market their fish products to the wider Indonesian seafood market. Our goal is to open up new opportunities, provide wider access, and support the livelihoods of the Matbat indigenous people.

You can help support their livelihoods

Every purchase of fresh fish caught by the indigenous fishermen, will directly support their livelihoods. By purchasing their fish produce, you will contribute to our fight against poverty and create a lasting, positive contribution to the people of Papua.

For more information, you can directly contact us at +62 823 9700 6106.