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Adapting to a New Normal

As the COVID-19 pandemic persisted, NAvakara adapted by transitioning from its four-story Environmental Hub to a smaller, more practical premise. With in-person classes and community gatherings on pause, many activities shifted online. Operations were streamlined at the newly established Waste Less Warehouse, where retail services and office activities continued. Delivery services remained a key focus, […]

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Rising to The Challenge

The launch of NAvakara’s Environmental Hub in November 2019 set the stage for a dynamic space dedicated to exchanging greener ideas and fostering sustainable living. At its core was the Waste Less Store, a platform encouraging producers to minimize (plastic) packaging while offering consumers eco-friendly options to support mindful consumption. The Community Room further enriched

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A Year of Learning, Doing, and Sharing

In 2017, NAvakara continued its mission with another bustling year of learning through action and sharing knowledge. Informal teaching sessions and collaborative discussions became key avenues to spread awareness about mindful consumption and production. NAvakara’s journey toward sustainability also deepened its connections with local communities. The team traveled across Indonesia, partnering with women’s groups and

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Inspiring Young Minds at the Indonesia Science Center

April 2019 The Ministry of Research, Technology, and Higher Education invited NAvakara to lead a working group session for high school students at the Indonesia Science Center. NAvakara highlighted the urgent waste crisis in landfills and challenged students to reimagine fictional products, making them more environmentally friendly through innovative solutions.

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AISEC in Prasetya Mulya

January 2020 NAvakara hosted a session on waste reduction for eCallogy 5.0, an environmental project by AIESEC in Prasetiya Mulya aimed at promoting sustainable tourism to protect Pari Island’s coastal and marine ecosystems. As part of AIESEC’s Global Volunteer Program, eCallogy 5.0 brought together eight international volunteers, enriching the project with diverse insights and perspectives

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Movie TRASHED Talk & Roadshow

September 2018  NAvakara co-founder Maureen Simatupang joined the Movie TRASHED Talk & Roadshow Youth Action Forum 2018, an event for young activists passionate about environmental issues. The program included a screening of Trashed, a green market, networking sessions, and discussions with experts. Maureen was joined by Ranitya Nurlita, Founder of the ASEAN Reusable Bag Campaign,

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2016: Off to a good start!

In 2016, NAvakara deepened its commitment to raising awareness about waste reduction and environmental sustainability. Through talks, collaborations, bazaars, and other community-focused initiatives, the year centered on inspiring individuals and communities to embrace greener lifestyles. NAvakara also channeled its creativity into developing simple, practical products that encouraged sustainable habits. Some items were crafted in-house, while

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