Our Founding Story

Fala Lamo was established as a civil society organization in 2021 by a group of social and environmental practitioners in North Maluku.

The organization aims to become a forum for working with civil society organizations and Indigenous Peoples.

The word "Fala Lamo" comes from the Ternate language which means "Big House", or traditional house. Philosophically, Fala Lamo is interpreted as a gathering place for extended families or traditional communities to discuss any challenges faced in community life and find collective solutions together.

Fala Lamo Team

  • Jefferson Tasik

    Founding Director

  • Rachmawati

    Community Organizer

  • Muhammed Yakhop

    Natural Farming Officer

  • Sufandi Seng

    Fisheries Officer

Community Partners

  • Sangadji Bicoli / Customary Leader of Bicoli Indigenous Territory

Advisors

  • Marc Fruitema

  • Ellie Lovett