GC News and Progress
Empty Promises Won’t Save Marine Ecosystems
In the turquoise waters of Indonesia’s Derawan Archipelago, a deafening dynamite blast shatters the morning calm, trumpeting the ongoing destruction of one of the world’s most biodiverse marine ecosystems…
GC Marine Protection Progress in Indonesia—2026 Highlights
Throughout September 2026, Yayasan Laut Biru Kepulauan Derawan (YLBKD) and Global Conservation (GC) continued strengthening protected-area and species protection through field patrols, surveillance technology, and community engagement.
Komodo National Park Rangers Clear All Poaching from the West Side of the Park
Successful arrests have marked a significant milestone in protecting Komodo NP. Intelligence-led enforcement efforts and collaboration with governmental agencies reflect a long-term commitment to dismantling the poaching network and bringing all perpetrators to justice.
Protection of Bengkung Trumon Megafauna Sanctuary, Sumatra
The FKL Wildlife Protection Teams have made significant progress in safeguarding the biodiversity of the Bengkung Trumon Megafauna Sanctuary (BTMS) and the Suaq region from January to November 2024. Eight Wildlife Protection Teams conducted 88 patrol missions, covering 5,807 km, documenting vital wildlife presence through sightings, including 1,896 orangutans, 1,182 Malayan bears, 844 Sumatran tigers, and 221 Sumatran elephants. These efforts also dismantled 15 snares and documented 35 poaching cases.
Derawan Archipelago Marine Protection: New Impact Report
Yayasan Laut Biru Kepulauan Derawan (YLBKD), in collaboration with Global Conservation (GC), continued to strengthen marine protection in the Derawan Archipelago through support for patrol operations, the deployment of M2 monitoring technology, capacity building for law enforcement, and initiatives focused on community empowerment and applied research.
GC’s 2025 Komodo National Park Progress Report
This year 2025 represented an important milestone in the ongoing effort to strengthen protection and management of Komodo National Park (KNP). Following the achievements of previous years, this year’s initiatives primarily focused on optimizing infrastructure to support sustainable conservation and integrating advanced technology surveillance systems to improve the management of the park’s protection.
The Komodo Survival Program Transforms their Integrated Ranger Station
GC commits to a new 3-Year Global Park Defense Program and also highlights the rangers' success and goals for the future.
Urgent Appeal: Help Us Stop Turtle Poaching in Sigending Before It's Too Late
Recently, ten green turtles were brutally slaughtered—caught on video in direct violation of Indonesian Conservation Law.
GC Project Director for the Derawan Archipelago Publishes “Empty Promises Won’t Save Marine Ecosystems”
Dadang Mujiono, GC Project Director, writes for the publication Public Syndicate to call out the lack of support for protecting critical marine ecosystems, with the main focus being on Indonesia. Indonesia, despite having one of the most beautiful and critical oceanic ecosystems on Earth containing vast stretches of intact coral reefs, lacks overall protection.
The First Annual GC Report for the Derawan Archipelago
The Derawan Archipelago, a collection of tropical islands with vibrant coral reefs, boasts a stunning underwater landscape. It ranks among the most biologically diverse regions in Indonesia and serves as a critical protein source for communities across the Sulawesi Sea, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
Despite its natural beauty and ecological importance, the Derawan Archipelago faces significant challenges in both the fishing and tourism sectors.
GC Protection of Leuser Ecosystem 2023-24
This thrilling action-adventure documentary is currently in production on the island of Sumatra, Indonesia. Delving deep into the extraordinary Leuser Ecosystem—the last place on earth where orangutans, rhinos, tigers, and elephants still roam freely in the wild—an undercover film team chronicles the plights of the heroes fighting to save this biodiversity hotspot from rampant corruption and destruction. A unique band of local characters—all with their own drives, passions, and obsessions—fights to protect this ancient land, giving us hope that Leuser can be saved.
Global Conservation 2024 Highlights
2024 was a huge year for GC, led by Jeff Morgan. This video shows land and sea protection work in Guatemala, Uganda, Malaysia, Ukraine, Indonesia, Ecuador, Cambodia, Panama, and Cameroon.
GC Forwards Critical Conservation Efforts Throughout the Derawan Archipelago
This year, GC made significant strides in our conservation efforts across the Derawan Archipelago. We began by facilitating the establishment of the Berau Marine Protected Area (MPA) Task Force, led by the Berau Regency Government Fisheries Department, followed by the Air and Water Police of Berau and East Kalimantan and the Berau Navy.
Global Conservation Launches Third Film in Series - War On Nature: Derawan Archipelago
Welcome to the third installment of the War on Nature series, presented by Global Conservation. Join us as renowned conservation photojournalist Paul Hilton delves into the challenges facing the Derawan Archipelago, Indonesia, a region celebrated as the "Jewel of Indonesia."
GC’s Mission to Raja Ampat with Top Scientists, Partners, and Funders
Global Conservation conducted a Project Assessment for Marine Protection to deploy Global Park Defense and Community Protection in the North Dampier Straight MPA's.
Global Conservation Launches Second Film in Series - War on Nature: Sumatra
Announcing the release of the second film in our War on Nature series, "War On Nature: Sumatra". The film focuses on the recovery of the Leuser Ecosystem in Sumatra, Indonesia, the last place on earth where tigers, elephants, orangutans, and rhinos share space.
Komodo World Heritage Site 2021 Progress Report
Global Conservation has supported a 6-month Komodo dragon conservation pilot project through the Komodo Survival Program (KSP) in strengthening the existing conservation effort in Komodo National Park (KNP), Indonesia.
Leuser Ecosystem Progress Report 2020-2021
Global Conservation has been supporting the work of Forum Konservasi Leuser (FKL) to protect wildlife and their habitats in the Leuser Ecosystem, especially the proposed Bengkung Trumon Megafauna Sanctuary (BTMS).
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