JIMBARAN, BALI – In commemoration of World Mangrove Day 2026, FINNS Bali collaborated with the Bali Youth Parliament for Water (BYPW) to organize a mangrove planting action involving 1,200 seedlings on Saturday, July 25, 2026. The mangrove planting activity was attended by approximately 55 participants from various backgrounds in Bali, ranging from environmental activists, youth communities, to general volunteers.
Participants first gathered at the main meeting point at Pura Dalem Gaing Mas, Jimbaran. After receiving a brief orientation on planting techniques and the importance of preserving coastal ecosystems conducted by BYPW and the Ersanya Gaing-Gaingan Fishermen Group, the group moved together toward the main action site located in the mangrove forest estuary area near Ngurah Rai By-Pass Road, Jimbaran.
This collaborative action represents the genuine commitment of FINNS Bali and the young generation united in BYPW toward environmental sustainability issues, particularly the protection of Bali’s coastal ecosystems from the threats of coastal erosion and the impacts of climate change. The mangroves planted on this occasion were of the species Rhizophora mucronata.
M. Abdul Manaf, ESG Manager of FINNS Bali, expressed that their involvement in this planting action is part of the company’s sustained commitment and part of the ESG (Environment, Social, Governance) program, as well as support for the preservation of Bali’s natural environment.
“Mangroves are the natural defense barrier of Bali Island. As a business with a venue close to the beach, we are very aware of this and hope to make a positive contribution to Bali’s nature,” he said at the planting site.”
In line with this sentiment, I Made Tejamurti Anggara, representative of the Bali Youth Parliament for Water (BYPW), added that mangroves serve not only to prevent erosion but also have filtration functions, absorb carbon, and provide an important habitat for marine flora and fauna. I Nyoman Tekat, as leader of the fishermen’s group, also noted that the mangroves planted have economic value as their fruits can be processed into syrup, coffee, or chips. Therefore, consistent mangrove conservation is important.
This activity, which proceeded with great enthusiasm and solidarity, concluded with a plastic waste cleanup action in the surrounding planting area before participants dispersed. This collaboration is hoped to inspire more individuals and communities in Bali to continue taking concrete steps in preserving the environment.
