Our Sustainability Commitment

Our Sustainability Commitment

Giving Values and Creating Impacts for a Better Indonesia

Meaningful Actions for Sustainable Change

Kawan Lama Group believes that sustainability encompasses more than just business growth, it is equally reflected in meaningful contributions toward society and the environment. Our commitment is embodied through strategic initiatives that generate long-term positive impacts.

In line with this commitment, Kawan Lama Group actively implements sustainability programs through its business units. To further emphasize this dedication, in 2010, Kawan Lama Group established the Kawan Lama Foundation as a platform to manage and coordinate various sustainability initiatives in a structured and continuous way.

In 2025, The Foundation leads two highlighted programs, which are in Sumba, East Nusa Tenggara, and Kapuas Hulu, West Kalimantan. These programs are dedicated to community empowerment and cultural preservation, reflecting our deep concern for fostering an inclusive and sustainable future for all communities.

Our Sustainability Pillars

Our Sustainability Pillars

Our Strategy for Shaping a Better Future

All programs are strategically undertaken with a focus on five main pillars: Social, Education, Environment, Health, and Art & Culture. This strategy reflects our commitment to driving sustainable positive change and shaping a better future.

Social

We are committed to creating a positive impact by continuously improving Indonesian families' quality of life through various sustainable initiatives.

 

Our Programs

 

Disaster Relief

Providing timely and appropriate humanitarian assistance to people affected by disaster in various locations as a care and response to emergency situations.

 

Support for Entrepreneurship for MSMEs with Disabilities

In collaboration with the Social Services of DKI Jakarta, this program aims to empower MSMEs owned by people with disabilities. As a result, the MSMEs income has increased by up to 70%.

 

Care for Paw

Since 2018, this program has distributed more than 30 tons of dog and cat food to various animal shelters, and has provided vaccinations and sterilizations for hundreds of pets.

Education

We believe that education is the key to building a better future and we are committed to continuously supporting the sustainable improvement of education quality.

 

Our Programs 

 

Educational Support for Employees' Children 

Since 2022, more than 1,400 employees’ children have received the benefits.

 

Coaching for East Jakarta Vocational School

Providing training, skills development, and internship placements for vocational high school (SMK) students as part of their workforce readiness preparation.

 

Berbagi Senyuman (Share the Smile)

Since 2016, this program has distributed more than 7,000 educational toys to orphanages, pediatric cancer foundations, and over 30 early childhood education centers in East Nusa Tenggara.

 

Scholarship Program and Specialized Skills Development for Employees’ Children

A scholarship program that supports employees’ children in reaching higher education and developing expertise in specific field.

 

“Goes to School” Roadshow and Glasses Donation 

Enhancing the learning quality of students at schools through education about the eye and vision, followed by glasses donation.

 

Support of Study Room and Bedroom Facilities

Providing furniture for study and sleeping facilities to Calvary Orphanage in Bekasi, allowing them to study and rest properly.

 

#RuangPrestasi (Room for Better Education) 

Helps create a more proper and comfortable learning environment for students and teachers through the provision of learning facilities.

Environment

Earth is our home, a place where we grow. We are committed to caring for and preserving the environment to ensure healthier, better future generations.

 

Our Programs 

 

Trees for Tomorrow

Since 2012, we have planted and distributed more than 1 million tree seedlings as a contribution to greening and environmental conservation. 

 

Indonesia Bersih (Clean Indonesia)

Through this movement, we have cleaned public spaces and iconic areas in more than 70 cities, while also providing cleaning products as part of our contribution to a cleaner and healthier environment.

 

BISA BAIK (Bersama Atasi Sampah Barang Elektronik - together solving electronic waste)

Launched in 2023, this electronic waste dropbox program has successfully collected and recycled more than 6.2 tons of electronic waste.

 

Berbagi Cahaya (Share the Light)

This program has distributed more than 13,000 energy-efficient LED lights across over 30 cities to support energy efficiency and improved access to better lighting.

 

Clean Water Access

Since 2020, this program has helped over 4,000 villagers in five villages in East Nusa Tenggara to gain access to clean water.

 

SAPU PLASTIK (berSAma kumPUlkan PLASTIK - together collect the plastics) 

This plastic cup collection program started in 2022 and has successfully recycled more than 250,000 used beverage plastic cups.

 

Bus Stop Renovation in Surabaya

Supporting public facility upgrade through bus stop renovation in Darmo, Surabaya, as part of a contribution towards city comfort and aesthetics.

Health

We believe that health plays a vital role in national progress. Therefore, we are committed to actively contributing to the expansion of healthcare access for communities.

 

Our Programs

 

Blood Donation in Retail Store Networks 

The blood donation program, which has been running since 2015 at various Kawan Lama Group retail stores, has collected over 34,000 blood bags, making a tangible contribution to meeting the national blood supply needs.

 

Senyum Anak Negeri (Smile of the Children of the Nation)

An initiative that supports the government’s program to improve balanced nutrition for children in underserved areas, helping reduce stunting in Indonesia. More than 360 children in Mbuit Village, East Nusa Tenggara, have benefited from the program.

Art & Culture

Culture is the identity of a nation, and we are committed to participating in preserving it as a precious heritage for the next generation.

 

Our Programs

 

Traditional Fabric Preservation in Sikka and Buleleng

Supporting female weavers and tailors through various training, market access opening, also programs in health and environment. These initiatives aim to preserve traditional fabric as cultural heritage, and also promote sustainable welfare enhancement to local business people and nearby communities.

 

#SolusiBersih (Clean Solution) 

This program contributes to environmental cleanliness, especially at iconic and historical places in Indonesia, as a token of cultural preservation.

 

Appreciation of Legong Dance Maestro

Giving support of various facilities to the dance studio for Legong Dance training location.