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News
- 25 May 2020
Small-scale producers in Indonesia’s furniture hub have untapped potential for growth
Jepara's timber-dependent artisans face increasing global competition
Feature
- 6 Mar 2018
In a Central Java town, local wood enterprises carve a niche in the global market
With sustainability certification, small businesses are finding better opportunities abroad
Feature
- 6 Dec 2017
Working with wood: The women of Jepara
Gendered labor and creativity converge in the workshops of Central Java
Photo Essay
- 12 Jul 2017
Helping Indonesian craftsmen go global, sustainably
Mechanisms to ensure wood is legally sourced are essential to conserve forests, and can also help small businesses expand exports, thereby increasing incomes
Feature
- 2 Aug 2016
Industrious thinking
Video
- 6 Feb 2013
Small businesses band together to meet high cost of Indonesia’s timber certification scheme
Furniture makers want to do their part in conserving Indonesia's forest by creating sustainable products.
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