Mangroves are not only important for the environment but can also be used as natural dyes for batik. On February 17-18 and 22-23, 31 participants from various groups, such as Pokmaswas Srikandi, KUEP Melati and Tenggiri, and BBC, attended batik and ecoprint training, where they learned to process mangrove and mahogany bark waste into natural dyes.

This training raised participants’ awareness of the significant benefits of mangroves, both for the ecosystem and the local economy. In addition to enhancing their skills, the activity also encouraged the importance of preserving mangroves to support environmental sustainability and open up opportunities for sustainable businesses. This program is supported by Traveloka, CARE Peduli Foundation, and the Ecology Foundation.