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I am a community leader and advocate for organic farming, dedicated to sustainable development and nature conservation in Long Pasia, in the Heart of Borneo, Sabah, Malaysia.
Long Pasia is a remote village located in the southwestern corner of Sabah, more than 250 kilometers from Kota Kinabalu and close to the border of Kalimantan, Indonesia. Nestled at an altitude of 1,000 meters above sea level, the village is often shrouded in cool mist, concealing some of Borneo’s most underappreciated natural and historical treasures.
The challenges faced by our community are immense. Many of our youth have migrated to cities for work, leaving the village poorly managed and our elderly without adequate care. As an activist, I am committed to addressing the lingering impacts of commercial logging, including bad roads, broken bridges, poverty, river pollution, and habitat destruction.
To tackle these issues, we collaborate with NGOs from Peninsular Malaysia and participate in international forums and conferences in Korea, Japan, and Indonesia. By learning from successful case studies, we encourage local leaders and organizations to gazette our water catchment areas as conservation zones and promote ecotourism to create a sustainable economy.
I have established a fish tagal (fish conservation zone) near my home, both as a play area for my children and as an educational tool to highlight the importance of rivers. I have also launched a wildlife conservation project on my land and secured a small grant to replant wild trees along the riverbanks and on community land.
I have developed an integrated farm that serves not only as a source of livelihood but also as a platform for community education. My organic rice program is supported by the state government and agriculture experts from Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM). I also rear fish, free-range chickens, goats, and buffaloes, and cultivate vegetables and fruits.
Through these efforts, I strive to rebuild our village, preserve our environment, and inspire others to take action for a sustainable and resilient future.Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Politics / Social justiceCultureSustainabilityFarmingHikingNatureUN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
As a Lundayeh community living in a remote village, we offer a unique cultural exchange experience. Volunteers will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the traditions, language, and daily life of our indigenous minority tribe.
You’ll learn about our sustainable way of living, traditional crafts, herbs and medicine, farming practices, and deep connection to the surrounding rainforest. In return, you’ll share your own culture, skills, and perspectives, fostering a meaningful exchange of knowledge and understanding.
During your free time, you can participate in our community programs and you are most welcome to come volunteering with us at our school and church.Help
We are looking for passionate individuals to help us on our farm. We need someone with expertise in organic farming, agriculture, engineering or enology who can share their knowledge and help with hands-on tasks such as building huts and rice field bunds, repairing bamboo bridge, ponds and gravity-fed pipelines, maintenance, farming, clearing land. Volunteering tasks varies from day to day, depending on the weather and our ongoing projects.
If you are skilled in IT, you can also assist us with tech needs and handle documentation/photography/videography of our work and projects.Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Malay: FluentAccommodation
Basic shared room with 3 single beds, communal toilet and shower rooms.
We provide simple, healthy meals 3 times a day.What else ...
Location:
The nearest town is Sipitang, located about a 5-6 hours drive away. Due to poor road conditions, access is limited to 4WD vehicles. Please be prepared for a bumpy and rough journey.
Electricity and Internet:
Long Pasia village operates on solar and generator power. We don’t have a Wi-Fi connection so you will need a simcard with internet before arriving. The telecommunication tower in the village is also powered by generator. If the generator runs out of fuel, the mobile signal will be unavailable.
How to get to Long Pasia:
The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu.
Bus to Sipitang departs from KK Sentral at 7.30/8.30 am (3 hours, RM18-25)
The journey from Sipitang to Long Pasia costs RM100, which is to be paid directly to the driver. We are located in a remote area which only can be accessed by 4WD vehicle, thus we will need to make an arrangement in advanced. (5-6 hours depending on weather, RM100)
Note : This listing was created by us (Nina & Marcello). We eagerly took the opportunity to help him open the farm to volunteers, as we see it as a meaningful way to contribute to Mother Nature while allowing others to experience the authentic lifestyle of a remote Borneo village. Pangiran is an inspiring individual, always open to fresh ideas and suggestions, making this an enriching and collaborative experience.A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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The farm is in Long Pasa, a small village located in the heart of Borneo Island. That’s why it takes six hours to reach by 4x4 vehicle. Just reaching the village is an experience in itself!
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The farm is in Long Pasa, a small village located in the heart of Borneo Island. That’s why it takes six hours to reach by 4x4 vehicle. Just reaching the village is an experience in itself!
The experience you can have here is… read more
From all of us, we thank you so much for your kindness and support! We… read more