Yayasan Konservasi Alam Nusantara

Yayasan Konservasi Alam Nusantara (YKAN) is a local affiliate of The Nature Conservancy. We seeks to improve welfare in Indonesia without compromising the sustainability of natural resources for present and future generations by promoting the value of nature, accelerating the transformation in conservation and utilization of natural resources in a sustainable manner through a series of protected area management, conservation of important species, and community empowerment. Our Mission Our mission is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. Together, we promote the value of nature and catalyze transformational change in conservation and sustainable use of natural resources for the benefit of people and nature. Our Vision Our vision is to leave a sustainable world for future generations. A prosperous Indonesia where the needs of people and the sustainability of nature are in balance for today’s and future generations. WHY you need to join with us: A commitment to respect, integrity, diversity and lasting results. As indispensable to The Nature Conservancy’s success as our unifying mission, vision, goals and measures are our unique values—the distinguishing attributes that characterize how we conduct ourselves in our drive for tangible, lasting results. These attributes are not mere platitudes but deeply held convictions universally manifested by all who represent our organization. Integrity Beyond Reproach We will meet the highest ethical and professional standards in all of our organizational endeavors and, in doing so, we hold ourselves accountable to our mission and to the public Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures Enduring conservation success depends on the active involvement of people and partners whose lives and livelihoods are linked to the natural systems we seek to conserve. We respect the needs, values and traditions of local communities and cultures, and we forge relationships based on mutual benefit and trust. Commitment to Diversity We recognize that biological diversity conservation is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of men and women of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and cultures. We will recruit and mentor staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character. One Conservancy Our strength and vitality lie in being one organization working together in local places and across borders to achieve our global mission. We value the collective and collaborative efforts that are so essential to our success. Tangible, Lasting Results Our mission of preserving biological diversity guides everything we do. We use the best available science, a creative spirit, and a non-confrontational approach to craft innovative solutions to complex conservation problems at scales that matter and in ways that will endure.