Enter Nusantara is a youth-led initiative in Indonesia working toward a just ecological transition. By combining activism, renewable energy implementation, and financial engagement, the project empowers young people to take action against climate change and envision a sustainable future for their country. From awareness campaigns to hands-on solar energy installations, Enter Nusantara brings together youth from across Indonesia to become climate leaders in their communities. The initiative operates across three main pillars:
Youth-Led Vision for Climate Action
providing spaces for learning, collaboration, and leadership development, the project equips youth with the tools to become changemakers in their own communities, who learn how to take action on climate issues. At the heart of the initiative is a commitment to inclusivity and solidarity between movements in Indonesia. Enter Nusantara wishes to foster connections and mutual support between nonprofits towards strengthening the collective fight against climate change. The actions include:
- Renewable energy: Implementing solar energy solutions in different regions of Indonesia.
- Campaigning for a coal ban: Engaging key stakeholders (such as banks) invested in the coal industry to change their investments, organizing large-scale protests, and running advocacy campaigns on social media.
- Youth engagement and awareness: Putting together different types of creative activities to raise awareness (zine making, social media campaign, games, etc)
Youth engagement and educational approach:
The initiative engages participants between the ages of 17 and 29 throughout Indonesia, with activities ranging from workshops and digital activism to hands-on renewable energy projects. Each event typically gathers around 50 young participants, many of whom join through open calls on social media.
Activities include:
- Workshops on renewable energy, storytelling, and climate activism
- Documentary screenings and discussions
- Public demonstrations and strikes
- Solar panel installation projects
- Collaborative content creation (zines, podcasts, and more)
Communication material example of their work
- Action tools such as guides or campaigns for young activists: here.
- Collaborative content including podcasts and zines created by participants: here.
Looking Toward the Future
The youth involved in Enter Nusantara share a common vision: a future where Indonesia transitions to sustainable energy and young people take the lead in shaping climate policies. They see themselves as the generation that will inherit the planet, they are determined to build a world that is sustainable and coal-free.
INTERVIEW - Reka Enter Nusantara Can you tell us a bit about yourself and your organization?
Let's talk about the project:
- What’s it called?
Enter Nusantara – a project with three main initiatives: - Renewable energy – Implementing renewable energy solutions in different parts of Indonesia.
- Campaigning for a coal ban – Reaching out to stakeholders (such as banks) invested in the coal industry and organizing large-scale strikes. We also run campaigns on social media.
- Youth engagement in green jobs – Organizing an exhibition in Jakarta, as well as in West and East Java. We also run a campaign to engage with Islamic financing, aiming to create a movement that bridges the gap between energy and Islamic finance, ensuring that financial resources are directed toward sustainable initiatives.
- How did it come about, and what is its intention?
The project was motivated by a coalition of young people who saw the need for action in Indonesia. - Who is behind it?
The project is led by youth and a coalition of organizations working together. - What role does the future play in the project’s vision?
We aim to empower youth to become climate leaders in Indonesia. There is a crucial need for spaces where young people can learn about climate issues, collaborate, share knowledge, and connect. We want to create an inclusive space that allows young people to explore different aspects of climate action and develop leadership skills. Our hope is that this will inspire them to become "local heroes" who drive change in their own communities. - How does climate change fit into the project’s goals?
Climate change is a major issue in Indonesia. There are divisions between different environmental movements, and social media often highlights these tensions. Our goal is to foster mutual respect and collaboration among movements, strengthening the fight against climate change.
Who are the participants?
- How many participants are involved? Where do they come from? How old are they?
The youngest participants are in high school. For example, when installing solar panels, we engage participants of different ages, usually between 17 and 29. Each event typically involves around 50 participants. - How were they chosen? What were they told about the project?
The project is open to everyone. We promote it through social media, allowing anyone interested to join.
How did the project unfold?
- When did it take place, and how long did it last?
- How many meetings were held, and what kind of activities were included (workshops, courses, walks, collective or individual tasks, presentations, etc.)?
Our core team consists of three people: - One person conducts workshops.
- One focuses on digital activism.
- One leads on-the-ground actions.
These three areas are interconnected. For example, workshops cover topics like renewable energy, documentary screenings, and discussions.
- What is a typical participant’s experience like?
- Who were the project’s partners and ecosystem?
What did the project produce?
- What materials can you share (photos, videos, participant work, quotes, blog posts, reports, research articles, etc.)?
At the end of the project, we produce: - Photojournalism pieces
- Documentaries
- Action tools (guides for youth activists)
- Collaborative content created by young participants such as zines and podcasts
- BERAGAN Project
- "Spill the Tea" podcast – A fun and engaging way to discuss climate topics
- What is the main message that emerges from this project?
What have you learned from the project?
- What stands out about young people’s visions of future climates?
Young people want a better future—they are the generation that will inherit this planet. Their primary aspiration is to live in a healthy and sustainable world.
Initiators: Enter Nusantara
Country: Indonesia
Website: https://enternusantara.org/