Share your expertise in an eco agricultural farm and research center in the heart of Borneo, Sipitang, Malaysia.

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  Description

  Next availability: 5-12th June. Please arrive in Sipitang on/before the 5th as our transportation will depart to our place in the afternoon of the 5th.
  
  I am an environmental activist, a community leader and advocate for organic farming, dedicated to sustainable development and nature conservation , in the Heart of Borneo, Sabah, Malaysia.
  
  This 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 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.
  
  I have established a fish tagal (fish conservation zone) in my farm, 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.
  
  Through these efforts, I strive to rebuild our village, preserve our environment, and inspire others to take action for a sustainable and resilient future.

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Bénévolat

  Projets artistiques

  Pratique d’une langue

  Aide avec des éco-projets

  Jardinage

  Bricolage et construction

  S’occuper des animaux

  Aide dans une ferme

  Entretien général

  Aide informatique/internet
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Politique/justice sociale

  

  Culture

  

  Dev. durable

  

  Ferme

  

  Randonnée

  

  Nature
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  As a Lundayeh community living in a remote, off-grid 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.

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  Aide

  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.

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  Langues parlées

  Anglais: Courant
  Malay: Courant

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  Hébergement

  We are currently building new accommodations, as well as shower and toilet facilities on the farm. In the meantime, volunteers can choose from the following stay options:
  
  - Shared room in our family home in the village: A basic shared room with three single beds, communal toilet and shower facilities.
  - Bamboo huts on the farm: A simple setup with mattress, pillow, and mosquito net for two people. Showers are taken using a bucket in the river.
  - Camping tent or hammock on the farm: A more adventurous option, and bucket bath in the river.
  
  We provide 3 simple, home-cooked meals a day, primarily rice-based.
  We don’t have hot showers.

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  Autres infos...

  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:
  Our village is completely off-grid, operating on solar and generator power. There’s no Wi-Fi connection, so you’ll need a SIM card with internet access before arriving. Even the telecommunication tower here runs on a generator—if it runs out of fuel, mobile signal won’t be available either.
  
  How to get to here:
  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 here 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 (5-6 hours depending on weather, RM100)
  
  IMPORTANT: We are only able to accept volunteers from the 1st-8th of each month for 1 week. Please arrive in Sipitang on/before the 1st as our transportation will depart to our place in the afternoon of the 1st. You may be able to extend your stay, depending on availability and suitability.
  
  Note : This listing was created and managed by us (Nina & Marcello) and we are based in Italy. 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.

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  Informations complémentaires

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    Accès Internet

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    Accès Internet limité

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    Nous avons des animaux

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    Nous sommes fumeurs

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    Familles bienvenues

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