Komodo education, clean water and sustainable livelihood initiatives
Komodo National Park is world-famous and one of Indonesia’s most popular tourist spots, known for the Komodo dragons and rich underwater wonders that include manta rays, sharks, turtles and a rich variety of coral reef life. Despite Komodo receiving over 300,000 visitors a year, the local island communities struggle with access to necessities such as education, clean water and alternative livelihoods for fishing and hunting critical marine life, such as sharks, rays and important fish for the ecosystem health.
Our local partner in Komodo is the Yellow Boat of Hope. It is a locally based NGO that has pioneered a unique approach in Indonesia by operating a school boat for the children on Rinca Island so that they can safely attend school. Beyond education, their Water of Hope project ensures that schools and communities have access to clean drinking water, reducing health risks and improving overall well-being. They also provide scholarships, school supplies, and infrastructure improvements to enhance the learning experience.
By collaborating with Yellow Boat of Hope, we are partnering with local leaders, schools, and organisations. This ensures that the donations made through Ocean Eye are creating lasting solutions that align with the community’s needs. Your donations will support this program and help Yellow Boat of Hope Indonesia expand its activities in the Komodo National Park area to support more children and communities.
Through the education initiatives of Yellow Boat of Hope, the critical sightings and payment data for wildlife will be distributed to communities. This ensures the communities are educated about the value of marine life, such as manta rays and turtles, through the sightings and donations from Ocean Eye. In the long run, this will secure abundant numbers of marine life for everyone to enjoy in Komodo.