Dini is a Dayak researcher and community engagement specialist with over 15 years of experience in tropical forests, climate resilience, agriculture, mining, and community development across Indonesia.

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She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science from the University of Palangka Raya. As an Australia Awards Scholarship recipient, she completed her Master’s degree at the University of Melbourne with interdisciplinary training in human geography, global health, and international development. Having lived in Papua New Guinea and studied in Australia, India, Vietnam, and Laos, she grounds her work in diverse cultural and environmental contexts.

 

She is passionate about advocating for community and environmental health, drawing on her background in global health, women’s health, health promotion and disability inclusion. Her work centres on connecting Indigenous and local knowledge with global approaches to create inclusive, place-based solutions.​

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As a neurodivergent creative and action-oriented woman, Dini is committed to building a space where art, culture, research and community can mingle. Through Huma Inay Space and the WEWC, she is committed to foster genuine collaboration, storytelling, healing, and community-driven sustainability and grassroots advocacy.

Noviyanti Nugraheni is a conservation practitioner with over 15 years of experience in protected area management, community development, and environmental research. She currently serves as a Forestry Extension Officer at Sebangau National Park, where she leads research initiatives, hydrology monitoring, and multi-stakeholder collaborations with government agencies, NGOs, and international partners.

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She holds a Master of International Forestry from the University of British Columbia and has contributed to national and global conservation initiatives, including RAMSAR, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and international leadership programs.

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Beyond her technical work, Noviyanti is the founder of Sebangau for Kids, a grassroots literacy initiative supporting education for children in rural communities. She is also a gifted artist, illustrator, and award-winning conservation communicator, known for translating complex environmental issues into accessible and compelling narratives.

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In addition, Noviyanti facilitates forest bathing sessions as a practice to support mental health, healing, and wellbeing—an approach that will become part of WEWC’s advocacy for holistic wellbeing and deeper connections with nature.

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Novi believes that Huma Inay Space x WEWC can become a powerful catalyst for collective change, bringing people together to address challenges that cannot be solved alone.

Agrina is a Dayak environmental practitioner with strong experience in community facilitation, forest rehabilitation, and sustainable livelihood development in Central Kalimantan. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Forestry and a master’s degree in Environment from the University of Palangka Raya. With a Master’s focus on ethnobotany, she brings deep knowledge of local plants, traditional uses, community-based ecological practices and storytelling. 

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She has worked with BOSF, USAID Lestari, and BNF on restoration programs, environmental education, and social forestry training. Most recently, she served as a research assistant to Dini, conducting in-depth ethnographic fieldwork in area of ecosystem restoration project, engaging with communities along the Katingan River.

 

Her ethnobotanical expertise and community engagement experience will be embedded into Huma Inay Space and WEWC programs, supporting culturally rooted learning, herbal and Dayak food knowledge, and nature-based wellbeing programs.

Indah is a Dayak conservationist and PhD researcher specialising in ecoacoustics, habitat fragmentation, and wildlife communities in Borneo’s tropical forest landscapes. She is currently undertaking a PhD in Forestry through a joint program between Gadjah Mada University (Indonesia) and Utrecht University (Netherlands), after completing her Master’s in Conservation and Biodiversity at the University of Exeter as a Chevening Scholar.

 

With nearly a decade of experience across conservation organisations, Indah has coordinated international collaborations, led biodiversity and bioacoustics research, and managed community development initiatives throughout Borneo. Her previous roles include Bioacoustics Coordinator at Muhammadiyah University, Palangka Raya, and Research & Development Manager at Borneo Nature Foundation, where she oversaw field programs, strengthened multi-stakeholder partnerships, and advanced acoustic monitoring efforts.

 

As a proudly neurodivergent scientist, Indah brings unique perspectives, creativity, and sensitivity to sound, ecology, and community engagement. She aims to apply her knowledge and experience to develop sustainability programs for WEWC and to integrate bioacoustics into health and wellbeing activities that connect people more deeply with nature.

 

She combines rigorous scientific work with a deep love for the outdoors. Beyond her research, she spends her time hiking, travelling, and practicing wildlife photography, remaining closely connected to the forests and species she studies.

Adya is an Indonesian writer, researcher, and ideative theorist based in Rockhampton, Australia. Her work ranged from Indonesian textile history (published work: Tenunku by Ani Yudhoyono) to neurodivergent and trauma-informed co-parenting methods.

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She is currently a full-time single parent to her young daughters while completing her thesis on parenting through high-conflict separation. Adya’s work is grounded in lived experience and careful research, with a focus on clarity, wellbeing, and connection in complex family and community settings.

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Her mission through Huma Inay Space x WEWC is to shape thoughtful, research-informed storytelling that supports safety and understanding. She envisions a culture where lived experience is honoured, neurodivergent voices are heard, and storytelling becomes a tool for dignity, care, and collective healing.

Yaya, Dayak–Bataknese psychologist and lecturer at Palangka Raya University with extensive experience in psychological assessment, education, and public service in Central Kalimantan. She holds a Master’s degree in Psychology from Gadjah Mada University and a Bachelor’s degree from Sanata Dharma University.

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Since 2012, she has been a lecturer at Palangka Raya University and currently serves as Head of the Department of Sports Science and Basic Education (2024–2028). She is also a psychologist and evaluator at the University’s Assessment Centre and Head of Public Relations at HIMPSI Central Kalimantan.

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Yaya is a Psychology Interviewer for LPDP scholarship selections and has long supported POLDA Kalteng’s police recruitment examinations. She has presented research at ACSS 2024 and ACE 2022 in Japan and serves as an IOPScience reviewer. She is frequently invited as a speaker and trainer for government and community institutions and has served as a psychology expert in the Audit of Stunting Cases in Kapuas District.

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Drawing from her academic and professional expertise, Yaya will lead the Women’s Podcast at Huma Inay Space and the creative team together with local DJs to advocate for mental health through immersive soundscape experiences and music.

Anggie is a Papuan legal practitioner and community health advocate with over 15 years of experience delivering integrated legal and public health interventions across Papua, West Papua, and Central Kalimantan. With qualifications in law and nursing, she brings a multidisciplinary approach to community empowerment, legal protection, and health education.

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She has led and supported programs funded by local and international organisations, including UNICEF, with expertise spanning HIV & AIDS prevention, reproductive health education, gender equality, disaster response, Indigenous rights advocacy, and community legal empowerment. Anggie has trained hundreds of community leaders, educators, faith-based groups, and youth through facilitation, workshops, and paralegal training initiatives.

 

Currently, Anggie serves as a member of the Dewan Pimpinan Cabang (DPC) of the Indonesian Advocates Association (PERADI) in Palangka Raya and coordinates the Legal and Political Affairs Division of the Provincial Women’s Empowerment Service Network in Central Kalimantan. Through Huma Inay Space and WEWC, she aims to strengthen safe spaces for women and expand access to women’s health and mother-and-child programs in Central Kalimantan.

Stevie is a disciplined and creative woman with a professional background in civil law. Alongside her legal expertise, she nurtures deep interests in art, personal development, and an active lifestyle, believing that balance between intellectual, physical, and creative pursuits is essential for a meaningful life.

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She is the owner of a coffee shop, runs a painting club, and remains active in marathon running, spaces where creativity, community, and resilience intersect in her everyday practice.

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Stevie joined Huma Inay Space x WEWC as the Communication Lead with the hope that the collective will grow into a source of goodness, joy, and meaningful impact, especially for women.

 

Through creative ideas and positive, community-driven activities, she believes Huma Inay Space x WEWC holds unique potential to empower women, spread happiness, and nurture a more caring and supportive community.

Peby is a public health practitioner with a Bachelor of Public Health from Universitas Respati Yogyakarta and over three years of experience working for an ecosystem restoration, carbon company on community health and village empowerment across 38 villages in Central Kalimantan. Her work includes strengthening Posyandu services, leading health trainings, facilitating floating health posts, conducting screenings, and delivering education on nutrition and non-communicable diseases.

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With a strong foundation in community engagement and women’s wellbeing programs, Peby hopes to grow her leadership through the WEWC, contributing her skills in public health, facilitation, and grassroots empowerment to help create a safe and supportive space for women.

Nadia is a young woman from Kampung Melayu, Mendawai, Katingan, currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Management at Universitas Muhammadiyah through the Central Kalimantan Governor’s Scholarship. She has previously worked for an ecosystem restoration, carbon company in her village, and has experience as a research assistant and assistant chef. She is also active in Mapala, the student environmental organisation.

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Nadia loves cooking, especially Dayak cuisine, and her skills were recognised during the Gastro Nusa x Maja Tambi Dayak food exploration event, where she assisted chefs from Jakarta and Malang in preparing dishes for a fine-dining menu. Through Huma Inay Space x WEWC, she hopes to gain broader experience, meet new people, and earn an income to support her family in the village. She also hopes to contribute to developing the Huma Inay Kitchen by preparing unique Dayak cuisines for events and activities.

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Nadia aims to build her potential through mentoring, confidence-building, and new opportunities, with the dream of becoming a role model for young people in her community.

Britney is a Dayak–Bataknese civil engineering graduate specialising in Water Resources Engineering, with experience in technical drafting, spatial mapping, and data analysis for infrastructure planning projects. Her work includes preparing technical specifications, cost estimates, and engineering documentation.

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She is skilled in ArcGIS, Global Mapper, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, HEC-RAS, and EPANET, and has contributed to projects such as drainage and swamp irrigation planning, road and bridge surveys, lake database development, and contour mapping. Britney currently works as a Mapping Specialist at a civil engineering company.

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Beyond her professional role, she has been involved with Huma Inay Space since its early days and has supported community-based cultural initiatives, including a local Dayak food project. She brings a strong interest in community engagement, creativity, and working with children.

Rena is a Dayak health professional with experience across aged care, disability support, and midwifery. She holds a Diploma in Midwifery (Sari Mulia, Indonesia), a Diploma of Health Science (Edith Cowan University), and Certificate III qualifications in Individual Support (Ageing) and Disability/Mental Health Support.

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She has worked in aged-care and disability settings in Australia, providing person-centred support, dementia care, behavioural de-escalation, and emotional assistance. Her midwifery experience includes extensive clinical placement focused on antenatal assessments, community health surveys, and maternal care.

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WEWC, Rena contributes her professional experience to the development of women’s health, mental health, and wellbeing initiatives, while supporting communication and international networking.

Yanti Krismonita is a Dayak administration and finance professional with experience supporting conservation and community-based programs. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Fishery Product Technology from Palangka Raya University and is fluent in five local Dayak languages, bringing strong cultural and linguistic capacity to her work.

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She has strong skills in administration, finance, and information coordination. Yanti previously worked with the Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation – Mawas Program (2024–2025) as an Admin Staff and Field Assistant, supporting community engagement and coordination with government agencies, NGOs, and local communities. She also has experience as Administration and Finance Staff in the private sector, managing document archiving, budget monitoring, financial reporting, and data analysis.

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WEWC, Yanti hopes to contribute to meaningful, community-driven work that engages and supports local communities, particularly women and children.

A/Prof. Maher is an economic anthropologist whose research focuses on the organisation and governance of carbon finance and markets, examining power, regulation, and community impacts through political-economic and anthropological lenses. She uses ethnographic and mixed-methods approaches to understand how climate and sustainability policies operate in practice.

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She is an Assistant Professor at Copenhagen Business School and a Lecturer in Sustainability at the University of Auckland. Prior to academia, she advised an environmental NGO and spent over a decade working in global agribusiness. She is also an Affiliate of Motu Economic and Public Policy Research, the Circular Economy Beacon, and the Centre for Climate, Biodiversity, and Society at the University of Auckland.

 

Through WEWC, A/Prof. Maher supports the collective through mentorship and strategic advice, and helps connect WEWC to international research and practitioner networks.

Frederika is a social worker, community development specialist, and permaculture advocate with over 20 years of experience across Australia, Indonesia, and international development. She holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Charles Sturt University, a Permaculture Design Certificate, and a Diploma of Interior Design.

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She is the Founder of Kedai Itah Café, a permaculture-inspired social enterprise in Central Kalimantan that supports local families through a food-to-table model and closed-loop eco-enterprise. Frederika has worked with Australian Volunteers International and Yayasan Permakultur Kalimantan (YPK), leading communications, program development, and global partnerships that strengthen sustainable livelihoods and advance the SDGs.

 

Her earlier career includes senior roles at the Southern Ethnic Advisory & Advocacy Council in Australia, where she led multicultural youth programs and secured federal funding. Fluent in English and Bahasa Indonesia, she is also an artist skilled in painting, crafts, eco-products, and traditional gamelan music performance.

 

Through Huma Inay Space x WEWC, Frederika hopes to share her experience in social enterprise development and contribute to women’s health initiatives.

Suharti Rokyat is an emerging arts manager with experience in artist residency management and gallery operations. She currently manages Rokhyat’s artworks, a Dayak Artist, at Eko Yes Art Gallery in Palangka Raya.

 

With a background in performing arts, including theatre and music with Mujar Sangkerta, and as an active TikTok content creator, Suharti brings creativity and communication skills into her work.

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Through Huma Inay Space, Suharti hopes to build stronger collaborations with local artists, develop community-based art exhibitions, and invite women artists to create and showcase work together with the WEWC.

Rokhyat is a contemporary Dayak Borneo artist whose work explores symbolism, spiritualism, and cultural justice, reflecting the deep entanglement between culture, ways of life, and spiritual connections with ancestors, nature, and the more-than-human world. His recent work, Rats in Garuda, has gained widespread public attention.

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He is a graduate of the Indonesian Institute of the Arts (ISI) Yogyakarta, Faculty of Fine Arts and Design, majoring in Fine Arts with a focus on Graphic Arts. Rokhyat has held six solo exhibitions and participated in three group exhibitions, including Hutan Romantis at Eko Yes Gallery, Palangka Raya (16 November – 31 December 2025). He is also an active curator, recognised for his reflective and community-rooted approach to art practice.

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Through Huma Inay Space, Rokhyat aims to develop an alternative platform for art exhibitions and creative exchange, fostering collaboration with national and international artists. As a mentor to the Huma Inay creative team and WEWC, he is committed to supporting women artists to explore, strengthen, and amplify their artistic voices through collective learning and practice.

Lookie is an avid runner, DJ, and barista with a background in hospitality. Professionally, he works as both a barista and a DJ—two roles that allow him to express his passion for craft, rhythm, and community. He began DJing in the early 2000s and has steadily built his skills and presence within the local music scene.

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Today, Lookie is a resident DJ at a café in Palangka Raya, where he entertains audiences with his distinctive musical style. He has also performed at Huma Inay Space and hopes to help cultivate an alternative creative environment where local artists can connect, explore, and express their artistry, while building networks with musicians locally and globally.

 

As a dedicated runner, Lookie is also active in promoting mental health awareness and encouraging healthy physical activity in Palangka Raya.

Idur is a DJ, producer, and music director originally from Jakarta, now based in Palangka Raya. As the Music Director of A3 Club and an active member of Mingle Room, he is known for creating distinctive sets that keep audiences deeply engaged.

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He envisions Palangka Raya as a city with alternative creative spaces where artists and communities can gather, grow, and support one another through strong networks. For Idur, music, art, and mental health are essential to community care and collective healing.

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Through Huma Inay Space, he plays a key role in developing "From Kitchen to a Dance Floor", an immersive experience that explores Dayak cuisine beyond taste—through stories, memory, and socio-cultural connection.

Mike is a Dayak–British DJ, photographer, and drone operator based in Palangka Raya, with a background in mining and current work at the University of Palangka Raya.

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As a DJ, he plays deep, progressive, and melodic house–trance, creating immersive sets that focus on emotion, flow, and atmosphere rather than hype. His sound blends warm basslines, textured layers, and melodic lifts, inviting listeners into a shared journey.

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After performing at Huma Inay Space, Mike joined the creative team to help develop immersive soundscapes and Dayak music–inspired experiences for events focused on storytelling and mental wellbeing.

 

Through Huma Inay Space x WEWC, he hopes local creatives gain more visibility, meaningful collaborations, and space to grow—both locally and beyond.

Melanie is a Dayak professional manager with experience in the food industry, and a content creator with a strong interest in storytelling and social media.

 

Through Huma Inay Space x WEWC, she hopes to share her skills and knowledge while growing together through collaboration, networking, and new opportunities.

 

For Melani, having an alternative creative space, especially one that supports women to express themselves authentically, is both empowering and deeply exciting.