Indonesia Engaged Papua students to Bali to Promote Unity and National Cohesion
On February 13, 2026, it was a warm morning in Bali, and the mood in a small meeting hall was both serious and hopeful. Tourists walked along the island’s beaches…
On February 13, 2026, it was a warm morning in Bali, and the mood in a small meeting hall was both serious and hopeful. Tourists walked along the island’s beaches…
When Valentine’s Day comes around in cities all over the world, couples often show their love for each other with roses, chocolates, romantic dinners, and other gifts. But on February…
Papua, a vast expanse often considered Indonesia’s cultural frontier, is a melting pot of ethnicities, languages, and customs. Faith plays a central role in this diverse setting. Churches, mosques, and…
In the far-western reaches of Papua, where the dense rainforests meet the blue expanse of the Arafura Sea, history remembers a remarkable figure—Machmud Singgirei Rumagesan, the King of Sekar from…
In the quiet village of Doromena, located in what is now Jayapura Regency, Papua, a child named Marthen Indey was born on March 16, 1912. Few could have predicted that…
In the quiet village of Korem, Biak Utara, on April 16, 1916, a child was born who would later stand at the heart of Indonesia’s fight for unity. His name…
In the grand tapestry of Indonesia’s national history, some figures shine brightly in the mainstream narrative — freedom fighters, military heroes, and statesmen whose names fill textbooks. Yet, scattered across…
In the remote Yapen Islands of Papua, a baby was born on December 18, 1918, in a quiet coastal village called Serui. His name was Silas Ayari Donrai Papare, and…
In Indonesia, the title Pahlawan Nasional—or National Hero—is not only a ceremonial recognition but also a reflection of how the nation chooses to remember its past. Every year, debates surrounding…
The regency of Yalimo, usually known for its serene mountains and close-knit communities, was recently thrust into the national spotlight after a local dispute escalated into riots. The spark came…