September 22, 2023

PROMS Restores Coastal Habitat and Supports Sea Turtle Conservation in Ujung Genteng

Project on the Moves (PROMS), YIIM, and Insight planted coastal vegetation and released turtle hatchlings to safeguard Ujung Genteng's marine biodiversity.

Program Information

Program Name

PROMS Coastal Conservation and Sea Turtle Habitat Protection

Date

August 19, 2023

Program Focus

SDGs

Partner Collaborators

Beneficiaries / Participants

PROMS youth volunteers, Pangumbahan Conservation Center rangers, coastal residents, and YIIM-Insight environmental teams.

Location

Pangumbahan Turtle Conservation Beach, Ujung Genteng, Sukabumi, West Java, Indonesia

Key Activities

Planting native coastal barrier trees; beach clean-up operation; public education on green sea turtle preservation; and release of sea turtle hatchlings into the wild.

Expected Outcomes

Restored coastal vegetation barrier, enhanced protection of sea turtle nesting grounds, increased youth engagement in marine conservation, and ecosystem preservation.

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Coastal habitat restoration and turtle conservation in Ujung Genteng

The Indonesian Inspiration Building Foundation (YIIM) and PT Insight Investments Management, in collaboration with Project on the Moves (PROMS), conducted a comprehensive coastal conservation initiative at Pangumbahan Turtle Beach, Ujung Genteng, Sukabumi Regency, West Java.

The program focused on protecting the nesting habitat of endangered green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas) through coastal vegetation replanting, beach clean-up drives, and educational outreach on marine turtle conservation for coastal communities and local youth.

During the event, participants planted hundreds of native coastal barrier trees—including sea pandanus and casuarina trees—to prevent beach erosion and protect turtle nesting zones. The initiative culminated in the symbolic release of juvenile turtle hatchlings (tukik) into the Indian Ocean.

Local conservation rangers noted that collaborative efforts between non-profits, responsible corporate partners, and youth volunteer movements are essential to preserving Ujung Genteng’s vital role as a global turtle nesting sanctuary.

This environmental initiative aligns directly with SDG 13: Climate Action, SDG 14: Life Below Water, SDG 15: Life on Land, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals.

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