Who We Are

For us, conservation is not merely about protecting forests and wildlife, but about empowering the people who live and depend alongside them. Sumatra Rainforest Institute (SRI) serves as a collaborative platform for professionals, activists, and indigenous communities united in defending critical landscapes across Sumatra.

​We believe that effective environmental protection is rooted in local self-reliance, a deep respect for indigenous wisdom, and consistent collective action. By acting and working locally to contribute globally, we are committed to safeguarding Sumatra’s ecosystems as a vital contribution to the future of our planet and shared well-being.

Executive Board

Managing institutional direction, partnerships, and high-level program governance

Donny Saputra

Executive Director

Dony Saputra is a professional who has been appointed and established by the Board of Founders as the Executive Director of the Sumatra Rainforest Institute (SRI) since 2021, a position he continues to hold to this day.

Academically, he earned his Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Sociology in 2007 and a Master of Science (MSc) in Rural Sociology in 2014.

His professional development encompasses various specialized training programs, seminars, and workshops focused on participatory mapping, orangutan habitat conservation, community rights to natural resources, timber legality, and wildlife crime law enforcement. Prior to serving as the Executive Director at SRI, he worked as the Coordinator of the Leuser Lestari Foundation (2014–2020) and as the Head of the Monitoring and Investigation Division at the same organization (2010–2012). His organizational track record highlights deep involvement in independent forest monitoring networks and environmental advocacy in Indonesia. Currently, this includes serving as the North Sumatra Focal Point for the Independent Forest Monitoring Network (JPIK) from 2015 to the present

Siska Pebriani

Head of Finance - Administation

Siska Pebriani is a professional with experience in administrative and financial management for various nature conservation projects. Her educational journey began with completing a Bachelor’s degree in Economic Education in 2014, followed by pursuing a Master’s degree in Management.

From the beginning of her career, Siska’s work has been centered at the Sumatra Rainforest Institute (SRI). She has built a solid track record in financial management, particularly within conservation organizations and donor-funded projects.

Her career path has progressed consistently, starting as Finance Staff, advancing to Finance Coordinator, and currently holding the position of Head of Finance and Administration. To support her professional duties, Siska is skilled in using Microsoft applications, accounting software, and Canva, and possesses a passive proficiency in English. She also strengthened her professional expertise by completing the Accurate Accounting Software version 5 training in 2023 and The Global Biodiversity Standard (TGBS) training in 2024