Narrative Essay

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Tiza Mafira

When I first learned about Tiza Mafira, I was a student trying to understand the growing problem of plastic pollution. I came across a video where she spoke passionately about the harmful impact of single-use plastics, especially plastic bags. Unlike celebrities or politicians, Tiza was a lawyer using her knowledge and voice to fight for the environment. Her calm confidence and clear purpose made me see how one person can truly influence change.

Tiza became known for launching the Plastic Bag Diet (Diet Kantong Plastik) movement in Indonesia, which encouraged people and cities to reduce their use of plastic bags. Her campaign led to significant progress, including plastic bag bans in several major cities. What made her efforts stand out was her approach—she worked not just through legal channels, but also by engaging communities, students, and local leaders. Her journey was not easy, facing opposition from businesses and slow policy changes, but she stayed committed to her cause.

Now, every time I bring a reusable bag or avoid plastic, I remember her example. Tiza Mafira showed that leadership means standing up for what matters, even when it's difficult. She didn’t just fight pollution—she inspired a movement and proved that change can start with one determined voice. For me, she is more than an environmental activist; she is a role model who taught me the power of action.

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Nadine Candrawinata

I first saw Nadine Chandrawinata not just as a famous actress and beauty queen, but as a passionate environmentalist during a beach clean-up event. Instead of glitz and glamour, she was there working alongside volunteers, picking up trash and caring for the ocean. Her genuine commitment to protecting nature inspired me deeply, showing that public figures can use their influence for something meaningful.

Nadine’s work goes beyond occasional events. Through her foundation, SeaSoldier, she educates people about ocean conservation, plastic reduction, and the importance of protecting marine life. She visits remote communities, participates in coral reef dives, and raises awareness about climate change and pollution. Her dedication turns her celebrity status into a powerful tool for environmental change.

Inspired by Nadine, I’ve started making small changes in my own life, like refusing plastic bags and joining local clean-ups. She taught me that being an environmentalist doesn’t mean being perfect but taking action whenever and wherever we can. Nadine Chandrawinata’s example shows that anyone can help protect the Earth, one step at a time.

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Pandawara Clean Community: Small Actions, Big Change

It all started with five young men who were tired of seeing their local river filled with trash. Instead of complaining, they took action and cleaning it themselves. They called themselves Pandawara, inspired by the Pandava warriors, and shared their clean-up efforts online.

Their videos quickly went viral, and people across Indonesia began to join them. From rivers to beaches, the clean-up sites grew, and so did the movement. What began as a simple act of care became a national inspiration.

Today, Pandawara Clean Community stands for more than cleaning; it stands for hope, responsibility, and the power of small actions to create big change.