Timer Manurung

Timer Manurung is the Executive Director of Auriga Nusantara, an Indonesian non-governmental organisation based in Jakarta. Auriga Nusantara works to improve people’s quality of life by addressing issues related to the conservation of Indonesia’s natural resources and environment, including forestry, marine and biodiversity conservation, sustainable plantations, and responsible mining and energy development.

An environmental activist with more than 20 years of experience, Timer spent many years combating illegal logging and wildlife crime before founding Auriga Nusantara in 2014. Under his leadership, the organisation has become one of Indonesia’s leading environmental advocacy groups, recognised for its data-driven research and evidence-based policy advocacy.