Farmers whoprotect ancestral land,Women who open open theirkitchens and stories,Village leaders who choosepreservation over quickprofit,Researchers andfacilitators who have walked alongside communities for decades

Across our villages, JED is carried forward by individuals who believe that tourism must honor culture, land, and community.

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JED Annual Meeting 2025
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Village Representatives

Community Voices in Decision-Making

Each member village within JED appoints representatives who participate in collective discussions and organizational decision-making. These representatives carry the perspectives, aspirations, and interests of their communities, ensuring that JED remains grounded in the realities and needs of village members

I Wayan Sadyana

Desa Pedawa
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Made Suisen

Desa Pedawa
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Nengah Karsa

Banjar Dukuh, Desa Sibetan
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I Komang Eddy Saputra

Banjar Dukuh, Desa Sibetan
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I Made Arnawa

Yayasan Taksu Tridatu, Desa Ped, Nusa Penida
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I Wayan Karta

Yayasan Taksu Tridatu, Desa Ped, Nusa Penida
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Nyoman Werdiasa

Adat Dalem Tamblingan
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Putu Ardana

Adat Dalem Tamblingan
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I Made Junawan

Banjar Kiadan, Desa Pelaga
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I Gede Wirata

Banjar Kiadan, Desa Pelaga
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Ni Made Dewi Andayani

Desa Nyambu
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I Wayan Gede Lama

Nusa Ceningan
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I Made Sumiarta

Nusa Ceningan
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I Nyoman Wirah Suarta

Desa Tanglad, Nusa Penida
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I Wayan Sumadiana

Desa Tanglad, Nusa Penida
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I Nyoman Suwita

Desa Tenganan Pegringsingan
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I Wayan Sudiarsana Yoga

Desa Perancak
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I Wayan Anom Astika Jaya

Desa Perancak
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Ambarwati Kurnianingsih

Yayasan wisnu
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Ni Made Puriati

Yayasan wisnu
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Ni Luh Yeni Arianti

Desa Nyambu
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I Putu Wiadnyana

Desa Tenganan Pegringsingan
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Tenganan Pegringsingan Village

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Supervisory Board

Ensuring Accountability and Organizational Integrity

The Supervisory Board oversees the work and direction of JED’s organizational management. Through guidance, evaluation, and monitoring, the board helps ensure that the organization remains accountable to its values, missions, and member communities.

Putu Ardana

Head of Supervisory Board
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I Putu Wiadnyana

Member of Supervisory Board
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Board of Trustees

Providing Strategic Organizational Direction

The Board of Trustees consists of chairperson, secretary and treasurer who are responsible for guiding the organization strategically and administratively. The board helps coordinate organizational priorities, strengthen institutional development, and support the continuity of JED’s partnerships. The board works closely with both member communities and the executive team.

Gede Sugiarta

Chairman
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Ni Luh Yeni Arianti

Secretary
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Komang Gede

Treasurer
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Executive Management Team

Coordinating Daily Operations and Programs

The executive management team is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day implementation of JED’s programs, partnerships, communications, and operational activities. They work alongside member villages, partners, communities to facilitate programs, strengthen collaborations, and support the ongoing development of community-based ecotourism initiatives across the network.

Winda Jatiningsih

Finance & Organizational Support Coordinator
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Binar Baskara

Communication Coordinator
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Contributors & Researchers

Walking Alongside Communities

Alongside the member villages of Jaringan Ekowisata Desa, JED’s journey has also been supported by partners, travel collaborators, and researchers who share a commitment to community-based and responsible tourism. Many of these reflections, research works, and cultural documentation can also be explored through our publication page.

Fransiska Natalia

Former Manager
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Carol Warren

Associate Professor of Asian Studies
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Rio Wedayana

Photographer
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Their Stories in Writing

The people behind Jaringan Ekowisata Desa contribute in many ways — from documenting local knowledge and cultural practices to sharing stories, reflections, and perspectives from within their communities. Explore writings, research, and knowledge products created alongside and by JED communities through our publication portal.