Papua Paradise Center

Papua Paradise Center Association

Indigenous lands protected, indigenous communities thriving.

About Us

Vision

To empower Papuan people to thrive with strong character, humanity, social entrepreneurship, and deep reverence for nature and culture, rooted in the spirit of Noken philosophy.

Mission

  • Collaborate with communities and groups that share our vision and values.
  • Build character, skills, and environmental awareness in Papua's youngest generation.
  • Advocate for and support indigenous communities in preserving their locally-rooted principles and ways of life amid globalization.
  • Advance grassroots economic empowerment for tribal communities and women's groups.
  • Cultivate profound respect for nature and revitalize endangered cultural traditions.
  • Champion and support GEDSI (Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion) principles.
CEO Papua Paradise Center

Marthen Ayub

CEO Papua Paradise Center

Our Impact in Numbers

We transform good intentions into visible, measurable outcomes.

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Active Young Learners
Children enrolled in Paradise Nature School.
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Learning Areas
Such as language, character building, eco-sociopreneur, anti-corruption, and sports.
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Community Groups Supported
Local groups we've empowered.
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Market-Ready Local Products
From noken and traditional snacks to cultural artifacts.

Our Programs

Initiatives born from a commitment to empower communities and sustain our environment.

Contextual Education

Contextual Education

Children learn through play at Paradise Nature School, developing character, language, and talents. Every experience is contextual, joyful, and rooted in everyday life.

Grassroots Economy

Grassroots Economy

We help local communities build enterprises around cultural products like noken, virgin coconut oil, and traditional snacks, growing economically while honoring their heritage.

Indigenous Forests and Environment

Indigenous Forests and Environment

We work with indigenous communities to map forests, protect ecosystems, transform plastic into EcoBricks, plant mangroves, and organize clean-ups.

Activity Gallery

Snapshots from our work with communities across Papua

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Be Part of the Change

Every contribution, no matter how small, brings real change to those who need it most. Join us today.