Let’s Create Hopeful ‘New Beginnings’ for Children Together with Make-A-Wish® Indonesia
A wish granted, especially during the darkest period of a child’s life, creates a moment when fear gives way to...
Outreach
Global Citizenship of Indonesia: Applications Open, But Key Questions Remain
Indonesia has begun accepting applications for its new Global Citizenship of Indonesia (GCI) status, marking a concrete step forward in...
Indonesia 2026: National Holidays and Collective Leave
The Indonesian government has announced a total of 24 national holidays and collective leave days for 2026. The public holiday...
Top 10 Stories From Indonesia in 2025
Kenneth Yeung looks back at some of the year’s top stories, another year older but no wiser. August Riots Mass...
Scholars of Sustenance Launches Christmas Food Donation Campaign
Scholars of Sustenance (SOS), a global food rescue non-profit organisation, is calling on hotels, suppliers, supermarkets, and the private sector...
Valentina Maya Sari: The Quiet Power Behind Val The Consultant Group and Indonesia’s Domestic Human Capital Renaissance
A Life Rooted in Purpose Valentina Maya Sari, born in Surabaya on 15 February 1984, has always carried within her...
Saving Sharks, Supporting Fishermen: Madison Stewart’s ‘Project Hiu’ Mission in Lombok
By empowering local fishermen with new skills, income streams, and education programmes, Project Hiu is reshaping both lives and marine...
New Year’s Eve at Yogyakarta’s ‘Alun-Alun’: A Joy to Remember
Contributing writer and expatriate Pramod Kanakath reminisces about his experience celebrating New Year’s Eve in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, for the first...
Sustainable Joy: How Expats Can Navigate Indonesia’s Festive Season with Environmental Consciousness
The annual cycle of global festivities — be it Christmas and/or New Year’s Eve — oftentimes brings forth an undeniable...
A Talk with Rambu Ana: Weaving the Soul of Sumba
Rambu Ana dedicates her life to honouring Sumba’s living heritage through the artistry of weaving. Sumba, with its unique landscape...
Padma Resort Ubud Unveils Sustainable Christmas Tree Lighting
Padma Resort Ubud officially marked the beginning of the festive season with its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, once again...
From London Winters to Tropical Christmas
Contributing writer, as well as United Kingdom native, David Nesbit reminisces about how he has embraced the ‘tropical Christmas’ in...
LAPOR MENAKER IS HERE: Why Every Expat Employer Must Act Now
A new era of transparency, accountability, and digital whistleblowing in Indonesia. PREPARED BY GLOBY—IN COLLABORATION WITH THE PERMIT HOUSE On...
Sofitel Bali Raises IDR 500 Million for Bali Life Foundation
Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort successfully hosted a remarkable Charity Gala dedicated to raising funds for underprivileged children and...
Immigration Launches ‘Global Citizenship of Indonesia’ to Assist Dual Citizenship Issues
The Directorate General of Immigration of the Indonesian Ministry of Immigration and Corrections has officially launched Global Citizenship of Indonesia...
Beyond Service: Val the Consultant Group Elevates the Meaning of Care in Bali’s Hospitality
Introduction As the island continues to evolve as a global epicentre for lifestyle and hospitality excellence, Val the Consultant Group...
Heal the Ocean: Coral Reef Restoration in Padangbai, Bali
Since coral reefs play a vital role in Indonesia’s marine environment, Livingseas Asia contributes to restoring damaged reefs and revitalising...
BWA’s Going Pink Charity Golf Tournament
After a six-year hiatus brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the event is making a much-anticipated comeback in 2025. This...
“Hear. Heal. Hope” at InterContinental Bali Resort
In honour of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, InterContinental Bali Resort, in collaboration with the Bali Pink Ribbon Foundation, proudly presents...
Marriott Bali and BCF Advance Education in Bali and Lombok
The Marriott Business Council Bali, in collaboration with the Bali Children Foundation (BCF), has celebrated a major milestone in its...
Sustainability Swindling
Contributing writer Kenneth Yeung politely ponders the reality of sustainability. Sustainability – a word that makes me want to run...