“I begin this piece with a mournful heart, grieving for Sumatra, the Malay Peninsula, and scattered corners of Southeast Asia. May everything soon find its way back to peace. This …
Belitong, an island renowned for its iconic granite beaches and clear blue waters, conceals a deeper narrative of suffering and resilience, particularly among its indigenous community, the Sawang People (or …
Belitung, November 11, 2025 — The Government of Belitung Regency, in collaboration with the Regional House of Representative Council (DPRD) of Belitung Regency, organized a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on …
The existence of Mak Panggong in Belitong Island can be analyzed as a form of multidimensional socio-ecological practice, in which women play strategic roles in food management, social ethics, and …
