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bUILDING BRIGHTER FUTURES, ONE MIND AT A TIME

The ATOVA Ranger Training Corps is more than a program, it’s a movement to shape resilient, compassionate, and capable young leaders. Designed to build character and purpose, the Corps equips our Junior Rangers with the mindset, skills, and values needed to protect both their communities and the natural world.

Through hands-on learning, mentorship, and service projects, participants develop confidence, teamwork, and leadership, not in classrooms, but in the field. They learn how to safeguard local habitats, protect endangered wildlife, and understand the vital connection between people and the environment.

But above all, the Ranger Training Corps teaches responsibility, to self, to others, and to the planet. Every challenge faced and every lesson learned empowers these young leaders to stand up for what matters, lead with integrity, and build a brighter, more sustainable future for all.

ABOUT THE ARTC PROGRAM

It began with a question: What if the next generation could learn not only to protect the planet, but to lead the way in restoring it? 

The ATOVA Ranger Training Corps (ARTC) was created to answer that call. In an era when deforestation, climate change, and habitat loss threaten Indonesia’s biodiversity, ATOVA saw an urgent need for skilled, passionate, young leaders ready to take action.

The ARTC is a three year structured leadership and conservation training program that equips junior rangers with real world skills in wildlife protection, habitat restoration, and environmental stewardship. Through field-based education, hands-on patrols, and leadership development, participants gain the knowledge, confidence, and discipline to safeguard Indonesia’s natural heritage.

This is more than conservation training, it’s character development in action. ARTC builds resilience, teamwork, and responsibility, ensuring that every Junior Ranger emerges as a capable leader, one who protects both people and the planet.

By empowering youth with purpose and practical skills, ATOVA is cultivating a generation of environmental guardians who see conservation not as a duty, but as a way of life.

how we’re doing so far

In just three years, the ATOVA Ranger Training Corps (ARTC) has grown from a pilot project into a nationawide youth conservation movement. Across seven Ranger Training Units (RTUs) established in schools and communities across Indonesia, the program trained and mentored more than 450 Junior Rangers, equipping them with the skills to protect wildlife, restore ecosystems, and lead local conservation initiatives. 

Over this time, ATOVA has conducted more than 50 field-based training patrols, including operations in and around national parks and protected Jungles. These patrols provide real-world experience in biodiversity monitoring, anti poaching awareness, and sustainable land management, bridging classroom learning with field application.

Program outcomes to date include:

  • 450 Junior Rangers trained in conservation leadership, wildlife protection, and environmental stewardship.

  • Over 50 training patrols completed, giving students hands-on experience in ecosystems monitoring and community based conservation.

  • 7 Ranger Training Units (RTUs) established, expanding access to structured conservation education across Indonesia.

  • Sustained engagement, with over 250 Junior Rangers maintaining 75% + attendance throughout training cycles.

  • Growing career interest, as many graduates pursue studies and careers in environmental science, forestry, and park managment.

Through structured education and practical experience, ARTC is not only protecting ecosystems but also building a future generation of conservation leaders ready to face the challenges of climate change and biodiversity loss head on.

ATOVA’s work directly supports UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 13 & 15 ), advancing climate action, promoting sustainable land use, and preserving life on land.

As ARTC continues to expand across Indonesia, its impact deepens: empowered youth, revitalised habitats, and stronger communities united in the protection of our shared environmen.

Read our full impact summary
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MEET THE TEAM!

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Oloan SIhotang

ROLE: Program Leader / Junior Chief

TRIBE: Fieldbase II - Bali

BODY:

I like running. It helps me stay healthy and keeps my body feeling fresh and active.

MIND:

I enjoy learning new things, especially simple survival skills that I can later share with the Junior Rangers.

SPIRIT:

I like going out into nature, like the jungle, mountains, or any outdoor space and ejoy the beauty of the environment.

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Ni Lu PUTU KRISNA

ROLE: Project Intern ARTC

TRIBE: Fieldbase II - Bali

BODY:

I find balance in simple things, Hiking in nature, practicing Taijiquan, and enjoying a cup of herbal tea.

MIND:

I’m curious about many things, from physics, criminology, and philosophy to the environment. Music from different cultures and teh calming sounds of Tibetan Singing Bowls lift my spirit, while detective Conan keeps my curiosity and love for mystery alive.

SPIRIT:

Serving the community, especially in environmental work, gives me a deep sense of purpose. ATOVA is a space that refreshes my body, mind, and spirit, especially through Growth Days and teaching on the ARTC program.

PROGRAM REACH

INDONESIA

FIELDBASE I - SUMATRA

Location: Tanah Karo

Ranger Training Units: 4

Junior Rangers: >350

Program Status: Complete

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FIELDBASE II - BALI

Location: GIANYAR

Ranger Training Units: 3

Beneficiaries: >100

Program Status: In Progress

Junior Ranger Voices

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    "ATOVA RANGER is so cool! Ever since I joined the ATOVA RANGER activities, it’s been exciting and interesting. I’ve learned things like how to use a compass bearing and other activities done in the forest/nature."

    Ari Namayanti

  • A girl in a school uniform standing on a concrete pathway next to a white wall, with a yellow building and greenery in the background.

    “Wow, ATOVA RANGER is indeed amazing! The fun part about learning with ATOVA RANGER is being able to learn while adventuring and solving exciting challenges that make learning enjoyable!”

    Feby Purnama

  • Young woman with glasses, wearing a white jacket and carrying a black backpack, holding a trophy that reads 'JUARA I' in front of a mirrored cabinet, with curtains and a window in the background.

    “I’ve learned so much after joining ARTC. I now understand more about how to use hand signals, a compass, etc., so if I get lost in nature I can find my way out. Overall, it’s really fun!”

    Gek Aghni

  • A young woman with long black hair, wearing a red top, smiling softly, sitting indoors against a plain light-colored wall with a hint of a red pillow behind her.

    “At first I thought ARTC was like an English version of Scouts, but after joining, I gained a lot of useful knowledge and experience such as radio codes, knot-tying, and ways to read directions like using a traditional map.”

    Sabrina Andrea

  • A young girl in a school uniform making a peace sign with her hand inside a building.

    “I’m happy to join ATOVA because I can learn many new things. Besides that, ma’am and sir are really fun people.”

    Intan Michelia

  • A young girl with dark hair styled in two buns, wearing a colorful patterned shirt and a gray jacket, taking a selfie indoors with a ceiling structure and seating area in the background.

    “Joining ATOVA activities is really fun and amazing, because I get to learn how to use a manual compass and some of the rules provided.”

    Mesya Milma

A Life-Changing Summer with ATOVA INTERNATIONAL

In summer 2025, Megan joined ATOVA International as a Citizen Service (ACS) volunteer on our six week Charlie Cycle placement. During her time in Bali, she worked alongside local Rangers to deliver the ATOVA Ranger Training Corps (ARTC) Program, empowering young people thorugh outdoor education, leadership, and teamwork. 

Through her placement, Megan helped train Junior Rangers, supported community projects, and experienced life in one of Indonesia’s most remote and beautiful regions.

Hear from Megan as she reflects on her experience, the challenges she overcame, and how her time with ATOVA transformed her perspective on leadership, service, and global citizenship.

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