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The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on our non-profit organization, leading to significant losses caused by the absence of volunteers and permanent donors. These challenging circumstances served as a catalyst for reflection, prompting us to completely reassess our plans for the future and develop new strategies to overcome the constant financial and general conservation challenges we face.
Additionally, the national infrastructure development plan in form of construction of a toll-road nearby our site has further complicated the situation, rendering the previous site unsuitable for running our program.
In order to ensure the long-term sustainability of WRC Jogja and uphold our commitment to wildlife conservation, we have made the difficult decision to discontinue the lease of the land that has served as our operating base for the past two decades.
WRC Jogja has historically held a unique position as the sole Animal Rescue Center (PPS) operating across three provinces in Java: D.I. Yogyakarta, Central Java, and East Java. Given the alleged involvement of East and Central Java in international wildlife trafficking, the presence of a facility capable of accommodating confiscated animals and trafficking victims in these regions is of utmost importance and cannot be overlooked.
In our ongoing efforts, we have successfully secured land for the relocation of WRC Jogja, ensuring a site for the next 20 years. Situated in Padukuhan Klangon and Pranan, Banjaroyo Sub-district, Kapanewon Kalibawang, Kulon Progo Regency, Yogyakarta – strategically positioned on the border between D.I. Yogyakarta and Central Java provinces. Spanning approximately 20.1 hectares, this site holds great potential for optimizing wildlife conservation activities and enabling improved access to the aforementioned provinces.
As updated in our 2023 annual report, we are currently undergoing a significant relocation process, which has unfortunately encountered many bureaucratic and administrative hurdles. We have secured a 20-hectare area for development into a rescue and rehabilitation center. However, we still need to complete the necessary administrative requirements for construction readiness while simultaneously expanding our network and seeking potential donors and investors to fund the relocation. Your support is vital to ensuring the success of our relocation and our ongoing conservation efforts.
As we progress and reflect on our past experiences, it has become clear that conservation efforts, particularly in wildlife rescue and rehabilitation, require substantial funding. Currently we are in the process of negotiation with a potential business partner to collaboratively run an eco-tourism project as a potential source of sustainable income for our rescue center. This business will align with our values and mission, focusing on environmental stewardship, sustainability, local wisdom, and long-term resilience.
We are also pleased to inform you that we have completed the master plan design, along with an estimated budget based on our years of experience and insights from various rescue centers in Indonesia. You can find it here. We welcome feedback on the master plan from all our colleagues. If you have suggestions or wish to contribute to this project, whether financially or in other ways, please reach out to us directly at [email protected].
This is a critical moment for WRC Jogja, and we’re committed to making the move as smooth as possible. Our new location and upgraded facilities will help us care for and conserve wildlife more effectively than ever before. We’re excited about the future and confident that, with your support, we can achieve our goals.
Tojeiro volunteered at WRC in 2018 and instantly fell in love. He decided to leave his job in the Netherlands to work alongside our keepers, managing projects and making sure all the animals get the best care possible. During the relocation period, Tojeiro studied animal health management to increase his capacity in the field of animal welfare.