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.
FOUNDER
Inspiring our core values and guiding the institute’s enduring vision
Rasyid Assaf Dongoran (Rado)
Founder
This organization was founded on a fundamental belief: we cannot save forests and wildlife at the expense of human well-being, nor can we do the reverse. True conservation is born when frontline communities see that protecting nature is the best way to secure their own future. Our task is not to fence nature off from humanity, but to reweave a harmony where a thriving ecosystem and empowered communities grow together as one