Jakarta Unveils Indonesia’s First SDGs Corner at Maritime Museum
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Jakarta Vice Governor Rano Karno officially inaugurated the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Corner at the Maritime Museum (Museum Bahari) in Penjaringan, North Jakarta, Sunday (2/15).
This SDGs Corner brings sustainable development goals
Rano was accompanied by several high-ranking officials, including Jakarta Food Security, Maritime, and Agriculture Agency (KPKP) Head Hasudungan Sidabalok and Jakarta Regional Cooperation Bureau Head Marulina Dewi.
He described the SDGs Corner as an inclusive space designed to showcase sustainable development targets while highlighting Indonesia’s rich maritime narratives. This collaborative learning hub is a joint initiative between the Jakarta Maritime Museum and the United Nations (UN), aimed at inviting the public to envision Indonesia’s future through the lens of its seas and coastal life.
Unveiling 'Crimson Gilt': A Must-See at Bahari Museum"This SDGs Corner brings sustainable development goals into the context of daily maritime life—an identity that has defined and shaped Indonesia for centuries," he remarked.
He added that museum-goers will not only delve into the glory of maritime history but also grasp future development challenges. The space is envisioned as a forum for discussions capable of generating grassroots-level solutions.
As an example, Rano noted Jakarta's goal to reach 30% green open space, which currently stands at only 5%. To address this, the administration is revitalizing three historically significant parks as part of its urban improvement efforts.
"Through the SDGs Corner, visitors can trace the links between fishing life, biodiversity, waste management, food security, and the impacts of climate change," he explained.
The museum also prioritizes inclusivity, offering equal access for people with disabilities to ensure that learning opportunities are available to everyone.
He reminded that Jakarta’s identity as one of the world's oldest coastal cities is deeply tied to the sea and its ports. However, this geographic reality brings major hurdles, including rising sea levels, tidal floods, and the need for social resilience among vulnerable coastal communities.
"These challenges require a development direction rooted in sustainability and justice, aligning with the spirit of the SDGs and Jakarta's status as a global city," he concluded.
Musee ID Director, Nova Farida Lestari noted that the launch of the SDGs Corner at the Jakarta Maritime Museum marks a national first. She described it as a significant milestone for Jakarta and the museum sector to host the country's inaugural SDGs Corner.
“This proves that museums should serve as hubs for education, dialogue, and social change, rather than just repositories of the past,” she said.
She emphasized that museums must actively contribute to the future welfare of society. The initiative is the result of a cross-sector collaboration involving the United States, Jakarta Culture Agency, Maritime Museum, and various other partners.
“Hopefully, this space inspires other museums across Indonesia and even globally,” she closed.
