MANADO, KOMPAS TV —A total of 300 coral reef seedlings were planted in the coastal waters of Pantai Malalayang, Manado, North Sulawesi, as part of a marine conservation initiative led by Reformers, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving marine ecosystems.
The coral seedlings were planted by members of the Reformers community alongside local volunteers. The initiative forms part of a continuing coral reef restoration program in the area known as Reformers Reef. The effort seeks to mitigate damage to marine ecosystems caused by various environmental pressures, including global warming and human activities that disrupt the natural balance of the ocean.
Support from Korean Actor’s Fanclub
This particular planting effort was made possible through the support of Bionusok’s fanclub, dedicated to a South Korean actor, whose members contributed by adopting 300 coral seedlings.
“The ocean thanks you,”
Reformers stated in appreciation of the contribution made by Bionusok Indonesia, recognizing their role in advancing marine sustainability in Indonesia.
With the addition of these 300 corals, Reformers has now planted and nurtured a total of 3,000 coral units, reinforcing the position of Reformers Reef as one of the growing coral conservation sites in the region.
Cross-Border and Community Collaboration
The activity also serves as an example of meaningful collaboration that transcends borders. In addition to Reformers and Bionusok’s fanclub, the coral planting involved local diving communities in Manado, who provided essential support for the underwater planting process.
This hands-on initiative is expected to encourage more people—from individuals to larger communities—to actively participate in protecting Indonesia’s marine environment. With collective efforts from various sectors, marine conservation is no longer just a campaign slogan, but a tangible movement that generates real and lasting impact.