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From the Chairwoman
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From the Coordinator
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Press Release Turkuaz
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Social Welfare BWA Social Welfare Helps the Citra Baru Foundation to Make the Place More Liveable
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10 Handy Hints to Help Survive Jakarta Daily life 11 Phone “Apps� for Jakarta Daily Life 12 How to React Safely to an Earthquake 15
Member's Recommendation A Supermarket Handbook: Where to find all your Grocery Needs in Jakarta
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Social Diary Arrive & Survive The Girlfriends Guide to Jakarta 21
Travel Feature
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Meeting the Baduy People, Java 25
Social Awareness
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Zero Waste-Coffee Morning
Notice Board
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Knowing exactly which supermarkets carry local or imported items is essential. The good news is that there are a wide variety of supermarkets to shop at and most products can be found if you know where to look. Page 18
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BWA COMMITTEE 2018 - 2019 Honorary President Rachel Malik Chairwoman Heather Powell Vice-Chairwoman Diana Grieger General Secretary Sibby Brunn Treasurers Susan Rogers Vacant Grapevine Coordinators Kim Sprint Vacant Social Welfare Coordinator Sarah Chalmers Newcomers’ Coordinators Helen Watkins Melissa Holck Sponsorship Coordinator Mae Lynch Membership Coordinator Lorraine Goring House Manager Leah Sudarto Programmes Coordinator & Bazaar Leah Sudarto Events Coordinators Diana Grieger Claire Clarke Website & Comms Coordinator Lucie Turnell General Members Shona Papachristidis-Bove
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From the Chairwoman
It was exciting to see so many new faces at the September welcome back Great British Coffee Morning. BWA house was buzzing with chat and friendly smiles as long term members met new ones and helped first time visitors to the house get connected over coffee and cake. The speakers and vendors appreciated meeting our community and we hope everyone left the house having made plans to attend some of the exciting events coming up. 2018 has been a dynamic year and the influx of newcomers has brought fresh members with exciting new ideas and energies. BWA committee continues to be flexible and responsive to the needs of our community. Whilst BWA is in a strong position, it is clear this is the ideal time to move forward and negotiate a shared facility with other associations. BWA committee have been weighing up the costs of our requirements for our club house and balancing this with our commitments to BWA social welfare projects. We have started discussions with other associations who are keen to share too - sharing resources helps everyone and will no doubt lead to more and varied activities! We will keep you updated as we dot the i’s and cross the t’s! With only three months until the end of the year, the BWA committee are also focused on delivering some very special annual events which the community always look forward to. The Annual Pink (Breast cancer awareness) charity golf day in October at Matoa golf course. Open to ladies and gents of all skill levels. A great day of fun with some fabulous prizes to try for. Or if you would like to support by being a volunteer, email golf@bwajakarta.org Our fabulous Christmas lunch which will be held at the 5* Hotel Indonesia Kempinski (book your place early as spots are limited). And of course the BWA Christmas Bazaar at the Grand Kemang hotel. Get those shopping lists ready! I hope you will join us for some or all of these events and bring your friends with you. The more the merrier! See you soon.
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From the Coordinator
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living in Jakarta for a few years I know that this city is challenging. Therefore, this edition is dedicated to our newcomers. I have decided to share with you some of my experiences and advice, like “Top 10 handy hints to help you survive Jakarta daily life” and the most helpful “Smartphone apps for Jakarta”. In addition, Melissa Holck, one of our committee members responsible for newcomers has also shared some very interesting and useful articles like “Arrive and Survive - The Girlfriends Guide to Jakarta” and “A Supermarket Handbook”.
Hello BWA members! I am really excited to present the October issue of Grapevine, as it is my first edition as your new Grapevine Co-ordinator. I am enjoying my new challenge and am learning lots as I pull together all the contributions and articles for publication. In the last few months we have waved farewell to our friends leaving Jakarta and welcomed newcomers. After
As we strive to make the world a cleaner place, Susan Poku has shared ideas for a greener Jakarta in her article Zero Waste. Of course you will find several other great articles as well. I hope you will enjoy your read and have a good start to life in Jakarta.
Kim Sprint grapevine@bwajakarta.org
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Press Release
A memorable Turkish Dining Experience in vibrant South Jakarta Adding to Jakarta’s repertoire of dining destinations, comes Turkuaz, purveyors of authentic Turkish cuisine who pride themselves on offering Ottoman Turkish cuisine to Jakarta’s buzzing culinary world. Owned and run by Sezai Zorlu, Turkuaz has received much acclaim as one of the best restaurants in Jakarta. Situated in the vibrant street of Gunawarman, which is home to some of Jakarta’s hippest restaurants, you will be transported from the hectic Jakarta streets as you step in to Turkuaz’ lobby. Each corner of Turkuaz has been well conceived, from the wall colour, turquoise, inspired by the colour of the Mediterranean Sea to the custom made furniture, to the historic and rare pieces, many of which were hand-carried from Turkey. "I want my guests feel like they are dining in a museum," Sezai said. Private Dining Turkuaz has some of the most exclusive private dining rooms in Jakarta. The impressive Sultan Room, on whose regal red walls are historical pieces which inspire conversation, such as a 300 year old Ottoman carpet. On the second floor, the Tulip Room overlooks the floor below, and sports a cool pastel blue decor. Menus at Turkuaz offer choices from the vast culinary influences of Ottoman times, prepared with ingredients specially imported from Turkey and the Middle East and are chosen with the utmost care. Chef Sezai is determined to preserve cooking methods as authentically as possible; just as it has been done in his home country for centuries. Turkish food lovers will delight in the signature dishes such as overnight wood-oven baked fork-tender shank of lamb, and Adana Kebabs with spices chargrilled and served with icli pilav. Other specialities include Yayla Kebab, Kofte’s on sautéed lava bread, homemade yoghurt garlic sauce, and Sis Kebabs, overnight marinated fillets of meat chargrilled on skewers. A selection of traditional Turkish desserts rounds off the meal, including the ever-popular Baklava, sweetened with original homemade syrup, wood oven baked creamy cold rice pudding, then Turkish tea or coffee to conclude the 6 Grapevine / October 2018
culinary journey. A variety of flavoured Nargile (Sheesha) is available for a complete Turkish experience. The Lighting House & Gallery Hanging from the ceilings of both Turkuaz and Warung Turki are colourful handmade mosaic lamps, made from shards of hand-blown glass. After dinner, guests can get a closer look at these colourful chandeliers, and may even purchase one to bring home. An area of restaurant is dedicated to the Turkuaz Gallery, which offers an insight into the ancient art of carpets. Founder of Turkuaz Gallery, Mr. Özgür Zorlu, has extensive experience in carpets, having been a director for international carpet galleries and auction houses. For more information please refer to www.turkuazgallery. com.
Address : Turkuaz – Authentic Turkish Cuisine Jalan Gunawarman No. 32 Jakarta Selatan Phone : +62 21 7279 5846, +62 21 7279 5853 and 0859 2105 9068 Opening Hours : Sunday-Thursday: 11.30AM - 10.00 PM Friday - Saturday : 11.30AM - 11.30 PM Enquiries : Ms. Yanti Subianto Zorlu Phone – 087 889 102 169 Email – yanti@turkuazrst.com
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Social Welfare
BWA SOCIAL WELFARE HELPS THE CITRA BARU FOUNDATION TO MAKE THE PLACE MORE LIVEABLE Story by Nunung Sugiyanti
I’ve always felt that service work need not be recognized. That service to our fellows is reward enough. For me, this holds especially true for one very special organization, The Citra Baru Foundation. Founded in 1989, Citra Baru is a shelter for children who suffer from facial anomalies. Be it from birth defect, such as cleft palate, or by injury, the foundation acts as a liaison between donors and patients by providing periodic free operations.
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Social Welfare
Citra Baru is a home for patients to rest and wait for their treatments in Jakarta. The foundation works with several hospitals in Jakarta such as Setia Mitra Hospital, Pertamina Hospital and Royal Progress Hospital. In some cases, children have been sent abroad for more complicated surgeries.
The BWA, with the help of British School Jakarta students, is helping to restore the center. From fixing a leaky roof to fresh paint in the bedrooms, our BWA and BSJ student volunteers hope to make a difference for this wonderful foundation and perhaps, in a small way, in the lives of the kids who receive treatment there. This kind of service work provides recognition and reward that comes from within. If you have some time and are interested in being involved or learning new things at the BWA’ s social welfare work, please contact us: socialwelfare@bwajakarta.org You are always welcome to be part of our community.
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WATER
I recommend you carry a bottle of water with you wherever you go. Even if the distance is short, it is always better to have some with you as you never know how long it might take. You could be stuck in traffic so it’s a good idea to have some in the car
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HAND SANITISER AND STREET FOOD Unfortunately, Jakarta is one of the most polluted cities in South East Asia and people still do not have enough education about basic hygiene. Many smaller places don’t have clean water or soap and the risk of infection is higher. Hand sanitiser will be useful. If you want to try one of the many street food vendors, make sure that you order take away, or bring your own plastic containers. Some people get sick because of dirty plates, and not because of the food.
Spending time in traffic jams in Jakarta is a very common thing for everyone. You never know if you have to spend 30 minutes or 3 hours in the car. It’s a good idea to be prepared for that downtime. You could download movies from Netflix, clips, music from YouTube, have some books, magazines and newspapers to read and maybe some snacks. Nearly every AlfaMart and Indomaret have a bathrooms that you can use when in need.
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EVERYTHING IS ON WHATSAPP
Indonesia has 96 million internet users. It is one of the most important is on WhatsApp in this country. This is one of the most important.things you need to use for life in Jakarta. Be prepared to deal with a lot Whatsapp messages to be able to be in touch with everyone. Hotel bookings, restaurant reservations as well as contact with tour companies work well through this app. If somebody does not answer your email, send them a Whatsapp message.
10 HANDY HINTS TO HELP SURVIVE JAKARTA DAILY LIFE
GOOGLE MAP
Jakarta is a city where you can get lost very easily. The streets are really confusing and it is very hard to find the exact house numbers. Most of the taxi drivers, Grab bike and Grab car drivers do not know all the roads and short cuts, although experienced drivers will. It’s a good idea to use Google Maps or Waze (traffic app) as backup.
KEEP YOURSELF BUSY IN THE CAR
Now that I have lived in Jakarta for 3 years I realise how important knowing some basic things are to surviving daily life. It took me a while to learn how to make my daily life easier. I hope my experience may help you make your move to Jakarta more enjoyable.
8 GOOGLE TRANSLATE
People from South-East Asia do not like to lose face and even if they do not understand you speaking English to them, they may just say yes in response to everything. If you are a newcomer, make use of Google Translate while you are learning basic Bahasa!
LOCAL BANK ACCOUNT
Using your foreign credit card is not a reliable, safe method of payment everywhere in Jakarta. I definitely suggest you open a local bank account while living here. It will be very helpful for you to deal with any kind of payment or order on the internet.
POWERBANK AND TRAVEL CHARGER When you leave the house, bring your power pack or travel charger, or have a lead in your car to charge your phone
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9 SMALL BILLS I recommend you keep some small denomination notes with you when you leave the house. Taxi drivers rarely have change (or will be slow to find some…). To speed things up and make things easy, try to have as close to the exact amount as possible.
BE PATIENT AND TRY TO DISCOVER Jakarta is a complicated city. You might find it hard to get around and think that there is nothing to discover but shopping malls. Try to not lose faith. Jakarta is a huge city and there are hidden gems in many corners. Try to get out of South Jakarta and discover places like Pantai Indah Kapuk or other neighbourhoods.
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Member's Suggestion
Phone “Apps” for Jakarta daily life I would like to introduce you to some helpful phone apps which you may find useful while living in Jakarta. I use these almost daily…. Story by Kim Sprint
1. Go-Jek Go-Jek is an Indonesian owned and run technology company. It was founded in 2010 and started with 20 motorbike drivers. Very quickly it became one of the most successful startup companies in South East Asia.
Next to the Go-Jek application, I believe you will use this one the most. In the event of not being able to secure a taxi from Go-Jek or Bluebird, try Grab. It is also handy to have the Grab app as it is widely used throughout South East Asia. You can use this app in Cambodia, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia and Malaysia. 3. My Blue Bird
Now they have 1 million drivers and offer 18 applications based on demand for mobile services. If you are new in Jakarta, I recommend you download this application which I am sure you will soon find invaluable. Go-Jek offers car, motorbike and goods transport/ collection services, also beauty treatments at home like massages, mani-pedis, haircuts, make up, food delivery from restaurants or supermarket delivery along with many more.
Blue Bird Group is a holding company. It is not only the biggest taxi company in Indonesia but it is also part of the lifestyle of Indonesian people. The Blue Bird company has normal taxis (Blue Bird), executive taxis (Silver Bird), which cost a little more but are normally newer, larger cars, often Mercedes or similar, limousine (Golden Bird) and many more services to offer.
2. Grab Grab is a ride-hailing, ride-sharing and logistics service application. This technology company is based in Singapore. Recently the Grab company merged with Uber.
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You can download their application called My Blue Bird app to your smartphone. Their application serves 7 locations in Indonesia: Jakarta, Semarang, Bali, Medan, Lombok, Surabaya and Bandung. I suggest you download this application if you need to use a regular taxi service in Jakarta, or even if you think you don’t! There is bound to be a day when you’ll need it. Blue bird taxis can use any
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road on any day, so you would not need to worry about the odd-even traffic rules of Jakarta. This app is especially helpful in Bali, as some taxis try to get special prices from tourists. By ordering through the app you can make sure you are ordering a registered taxi.
4. Waze GPS Waze is a GPS navigation software for smartphones and tablets. Waze is a free, communication-free application in use all around the world. Another fast-developing company, it was bought in 2013 by Google, and now has more than 50 million users globally. When you start moving around Jakarta you will find out how traffic can have an effect on your day! Having the Waze GPS app will help you plan your trip, giving you (and your driver…!) an option to choose your route to your destination and which may help avoid those traffic jams. 5. Happy Fresh Happy Fresh is the first grocery online store application in South East Asia. The company started up in 2014. This grocery online platform is expanding slowly all around Asia. Happy Fresh is designed to help the 600 million consumers in South East Asia to go digital, and to save precious time food shopping and travelling, same as online shopping is successfully doing in Europe or USA. In Jakarta, I suggest you try this grocery application to help save you some time. For example, if you are ill or cannot go shopping because of travel restrictions, you can have your groceries delivered. It also can be very convenient if you forget anything and do not want to go out again just to get those few things. This app will help.
6. Tokopedia Tokopedia is Indonesia's largest online marketplace which offers a platform for both individual entrepreneurs and small to medium-size businesses to help make their online presence easier. Tokopedia was established in 2009. The company concept is similar to Amazon or Alibaba. Tokopedia really supports the consumer, so normally you can return your product if it is not exactly what you ordered. The website also has an English menu and comments from customers about the products quality. If you are looking for something specific, Tokopedia is a good place to start. It is convenient to use this online resource as it can certainly save you time. On this platform, you will find different shops all around Indonesia which sell the product (or similar) which you’re looking for. Some shops offer Go-Jek delivery, which can bring your purchase to your house in a matter of hours. For bulkier products there are different shipping options, which you can choose when ordering.
7. Traveloka Traveloka is an Indonesian “unicorn” company. Traveloka arrange airline tickets and hotel bookings within Indonesia, and was established in 2012. You can book any kind of ticket through their app or website. The website will also offer local flights and train tickets. Payments can be made via credit card or bank transfers. Also note, sometimes Traveloka have more hotel offers than international hotel booking websites. Be aware though, that international credit cards are not always accepted.
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How to react safely to an Earthquake Story by Kim Sprint Indonesia is on the Pacific Ring of Fire. Therefore, there are a lot of volcanoes in Indonesia. Indonesia is affected by the movement of the Asian and Australian tectonic plates. Recently, there were a lot of earthquakes all around Indonesia. An earthquake is a sudden, rapid shaking of the earth caused by the breaking and shifting of underground rock. Earthquakes can cause building damage and cause heavy items to fall, resulting in injuries and material damages. If you are a newcomer and have never had to deal with this issue before, I would like to give you some advice of what
you need to do / how you should react when you find yourself in this kind of situation:
piece of furniture in the foetal position and use your arms to protect your head. It is also recommended to lie in a right-side foetal position as this offers better protection for the spine and other vital organs. • If you are inside a building, STAY INSIDE. Move under a desk, strong table or door frame. Try to avoid being next to windows, big mirrors or large furniture that could fall on you. • If you are outside, move to an open area where objects are not likely to fall on you.
• Do not panic.This is easier said than done, but is important to avoid injuring yourself. Huddle next to a structural element or secured
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• If you are driving, slow down and stop at the side of
• Prepare for aftershocks. If you did not have time to
the road. If possible, do not stop on or under a bridge, especially in Jakarta you should try to avoid being stuck under one of the many fly-overs. If this is the case, get out of your car and move to an open area. After the earthquake stops, take a deep breath and check if you are injured. Check for damage in your home, if the building has more than minor damages, you must move outside. Help other people around you if you feel that you are not injured, and take them to the safe place with you.
either move to a protected or open area, do so after the first earthquake. Call your loved ones and make sure they are also safe. Try to find out what your Embassy is suggesting after the earthquake. (Register yourself at your Embassy when you arrive in Jakarta. Many embassies send out E-Mails or Facebook messages after such an event.)
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A Supermarket Handbook: Where to find all your Grocery Needs in Jakarta Story by Melissa Holck, BWA Newcomers Committee Photos by Jane Hearn
When you first arrive in Jakarta something as simple as doing your regular grocery shopping can be a bit of a challenge. Trying to figure out where to buy both basic household staples and hard to find items, often means that you’ll end up having to make at least two or more stops just to tick off all the items on your shopping list. It can be time consuming exploring all that is on offer here in the Big Durian. Knowing exactly which supermarkets carry local or imported items is essential. The good news is that there are a wide variety of supermarkets to shop at and most products can be found if you know where to look. For expat style food there are several options. You will find that availability will vary, so it is a good idea to stock up when you see an item you need, as you may not see it again for a few months, if at all.
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Most shopping malls have a supermarket within them; usually they can be found in the basement level. We have tried to make your transition easy by taking the guesswork out of the equation by putting together this supermarket handbook for your reference. Superstores Large superstores can be found throughout the city. These stores will offer a wide variety of items from groceries to electronics. Often these stores have cheaper groceries and a wider variety of local products. If you like shopping in bulk these are the stores you’ll want to shop at. Superstores in Jakarta include Hypermart, Lottemart and Grand Lucky.
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Gourmet Supermarkets These supermarkets tend to have a large variety of imported products, organic and specialty products. For that reason prices at these grocery stores tend to be higher. Some supermarkets which fall into this category would include Kem Chicks, Ranch Market, Food Hall and Grand Lucky. Local Grocery Stores These supermarkets typically offer a variety of both local and imported products with cheaper prices than the gourmet supermarkets. They are usually conveniently located in both shopping malls and as stand-alone neighborhood stores. Popular local supermarkets in this category include Hero and Giant. Local Markets For the cheapest fresh fruit and vegetables you’ll want to explore the local markets. Here you can find a wide variety of local items on offer as well as exotic tropical items like rambutan, mangos, durian, lychee and mangosteen all
at local prices. Be prepared to barter when shopping at local markets. To get the best prices and freshest fruit and vegetables we recommend sending your household helper with a list early in the morning. On-line Shopping In recent years, with the advancement of technology and use of smart phones, both on-line and shopping on mobile phones has become widely available and very popular. The convenience of shopping on the go, avoiding multiple stops and avoiding traffic has made this a “must do” in Jakarta. One of the most popular shops is Happy Fresh. You can shop on their website or their smart phone app. It is as easy as selecting the store you want to shop at, choosing your items and delivery time. Before you know it your groceries will arrive at your doorstep. Below you find a list of supermarkets for your shopping pleasure.
IMPORTED PRODUCTS
LOCAL PRODUCTS
MEAT PRODUCTS
BREAD
Ranch Market Several locations
Local Pasars Several locations
Edelweiss Delicatessen Jl. Ampera Raya No. 17H Cilandak Timur Online shopping available
Beau Restaurant & Bakery Jl. Cikajang No. 29 Senopati
Grand Lucky Jl. Jendral Sudirman, Lot 12
Total Buah Segar Several locations
Indoguna Meat Shop Jl. Cipaku I No. 11 Senopati
Levant Restaurant & Bakery Jl. Benda Raya No. 12A, Kemang Jl. Cipete Dalam No. 9A, Fatmawati
Hero Several locations
Giant Several locations
Slaney / Goodwins Butchery (on-line shop only) www.slaneythebutcher.com
Kommunal 88 Restaurant & Bakery Jl. Ampera Raya No. 5-6, Pejaten Barat
Kem Chicks 2 locations -Pacific Place Mall LG -Jl Kemang Raya No. 3-5
Hypermart Several locations
Food Mart Several locations
Lotte Mart Several locations
Union Restaurant & Bakery Pondok Indah Mall 3 Plaza Senayan Mall
Papaya Fresh Gallery Japanese Supermarket Several locations WINE & SPIRITS
HEALTH FOODS
BAKING SUPPLIES
ON-LINE & APPS
Red & White Locations throughout Jakarta
Club Sehat www.clubsehat.com
Titan Baking Jl. Fatmawati No. 22A Cilandak Barat Jl. Cikajang no 22 Kebayoran Baru
Happy Fresh www.happyfresh.id
RAM Duty Free (contact via FB)
Nourish Indonesia www.nourishindonesia.com
Club Sehat www.clubsehat.com
Jakarta Wine Sales (contact via FB)
Green Valleys www.greenvalleysjakarta.com
Nourish Indonesia www.nourishindonesia.com Green Valleys www.greenvalleysjakarta.com Goodwins Butchery www.goodwinsbutchery.com
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Whether you decide to stay in the heart of Seminyak, amidst West Bali National Park, by the beach at Nusa Dua, surrounded by rice fields at Umalas, or overlooking the Mekong River in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, at lifestyleretreats we want every guest to have the most relaxing, blissful and luxurious stay, a time filled with discovery, recovery and spiritual fulfillment.
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Social Diary
This year we held our Arrive & Survive: The Girlfriends Guide to Jakarta event on Tuesday, August 21st. The event was very well attended. We welcomed 20 wonderful women to the event all of whom came ready to get the inside scoop on navigating their way around and settling into their new surroundings. Story by Melissa Holck, Newcomers Committee
Whether you are a seasoned expat or arriving in Jakarta on your very first posting abroad, it always takes some time to get to know the “ins & outs� of your new host city. The BWA Newcomers Committee try to make the transition as smooth as possible by welcoming all newcomers from all walks of life into our house for a fun, informative coffee morning. This is always a great way for new arrivals to meet others who have just arrived and chat with long-time Jakarta expats about their experiences. This event offered the group a chance to hear the Newcomers Committees tips about getting settled. The ladies had the chance to ask questions and ask for recommendations about all things Jakarta. Additionally, our generous sponsors also offered their time to share insights with those in attendance. Gene Sugundy of Colliers presented on Household Staff, which is always a hot topic of discussion upon arrival. She generously
provided everyone with a printout of the newly-released Household Staff Survey. We also heard from Steve Graaff of Good Practice Clinic. Steve offered great insight with his very informative presentation on how to stay healthy in Jakarta. The final presentation of the day was presented by Bill Lloyd of Asian Tigers Mobility, with his enlightening presentation of travel destinations around Java. Asian Tigers also provided everyone with a goodie bag to take home. The event was a huge success. Thank you to everyone who attended and our sponsors for making the event possible!
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Quiz & Curry Night...back to the 80's "Rod and Phil, our excellent quizmasters, took us "Back to the '80s" on our Quiz Night! There was a full house at BWA, with some of the guests dressing up from the decade with fabulous results! A brilliant night all round, with everyone looking forward to the next one. Thank you to everyone who came, and a special shout out to Lens and the crew from Eastern Promise for the yummy curries."
GBCM The first Tuesday of the month means Great British Coffee Morning at the BWA! This month over 30 guests enjoyed coffee, cake and lots of lovely chat. We all enjoyed an uplifting talk by two young people from Bogor Tours. Bogor Tours is a group of enthusiastic students who are passionate to share the spirit and culture of Indonesia by providing interactive tourism and guiding services around Bogor whilst empowering underprivileged young adults from the area. Not only do these young people delight with their informative tours they produce beautiful handmade products and craft items which in turn supports Yayasan Cipta Mandiri which in turn supports them....such a worthy project which created a great deal of interest from our guests. Our vendors went home happy, as did our guests with lots of great items purchased from XS Project, Floristika Community Project by Sara Malik and Pak Lukman. Thank you to all who joined us. 22 Grapevine / October 2018
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Meeting the Baduy People, Java The Baduy people live only 167 kilometres southwest from Jakarta. They live in the Kendeng Mountains, follow a traditional way of life and do not embrace any aspects of modern living. It is, for example, forbidden to use a wheel or travel in a vehicle with a wheel. They do not wear shoes which means, when they come to Jakarta, they walk barefoot. Story by Stephanie Brookes | Photos by David Metcalf Grapevine / October 2018 25
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The “inner” Baduy adhere to their age-old beliefs and religion and follow their mystical leaders, the Pu’un, who are not allowed to leave the inner village. Their religious belief is known as Sunda Wiwitan, and they honour a supreme deity. Old Sundanese language is used in their prayers and rituals. It’s easy to recognize a Baduy Dalam (who are also known as White Baduy), as they wear white head cloths and they carry a large white cloth bag called a gendongan.
“I visit Jakarta often,” Herman said, “It is a two-day walk from my village to reach the outskirts of Jakarta. I was 15 years old when I took my first trip. I know the way by heart. My feet are hardy,” he continued, “I have taken the journey over fifty times now. I cross two mountain ranges and then follow the railway tracks all the way to Lebak Bulus. Along the route, I sell my handicrafts and handwoven clothing. Even though I stay with friends, Jakarta gives me a big headache because there is so much traffic and I have no desire to live there. However, I do like the city vibe and of course, the beautiful women,” he said with a chuckle. Herman went on to explain, “I don’t have a handphone, so I just show up at my friends’ house. I am always treated well. I am happy to sell my hand spun clothing and handicrafts and meet city people. I return home when all my wares are sold, and then I resume my farming duties in my village”. I was fascinated with Herman’s feet. The leathery-looking tops of his feet and soles supported wide, almost webbed toes. This “barefoot policy” for the Baduy people is only one part of the challenges they confront, which includes hard physical labour in the fields (without ploughs that have wheels), and preparing for and attending many rituals and ceremonies. There are two Baduy villages. The inner village is known as Baduy Dalem and the outer village is known as Baduy Luar. As a foreigner, you are only allowed to visit the outer village. The inner village is a closed and private world open only to Indonesians and, if they are not locals, even they have to get permission to enter.
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Look out for them in Jakarta. They tend to walk in single file and sometimes make the front page of The Jakarta Post. Not many people can claim that! If you do chance to see a group of them walking on the roadside, by all means please pull over and say hello. All their wares can be found neatly stacked in their gendongan. They would be more than happy to sell you something and lighten their load. It takes around five hours by car from Jakarta to reach the village, and you will need a guide to organise all your food and supplies. One of the nicest things about staying in the village is the incredible peace you feel there. There is only nature, including a wide variety of animal and bird life and a slow-moving river, and the ancient click-clacking rhythm of the of the local women’s weaving looms. Stephanie Brookes is a travel writer and blogger with tales from Indonesia and beyond. www.travelwriter.ws http://www.facebook.com/stephtravelwriter www.instagram.com/stephtravelwriter Author –Indonesia’s Hidden Heritage; Cultural Journeys of Discovery David Metcalf is a photographer and runs cultural photography tours in Indonesia, Vietnam, Myanmar and NE India. www.davidmetcalfphotography.com www.instagram.com/davidmetcalfphotography http://www.youtube.com/user/DayakDave Fact File Baduy Village, Kendeng Mountains, Banten, West Java Nearest town - Rangkasbitung, Banten Guide – Pak Kelik Email - keliksumarahadi@gmail.com Tel - +62 812 8179 9768 Trekking Guide – Pak Kelik – arranges transport from Jakarta and porters and food. Accommodation is in a modest and clean homestay in the village. Tips – Try and avoid high season – May to July
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Social Awareness
Zero waste coffee morning Story by Susan Poku | Photos by Kim Sprint
During a flight back to Jakarta, I was deeply shocked watching a documentary called “ A Plastic Ocean”. It provoked an overwhelming mix of disgust, surprise, fear and sadness in me, and I was determined to make my own changes. I discovered that YouTube and social media were full of articles on a concept called Zero Waste, which seemed to have several answers to my queries on how things could be different. Zero Waste is the concept of The 5 ”R”s…. Refuse: refuse single use plastic (cups, cutlery, straws) and instead carry a bamboo or stainless steel straw, a reusable cup and reusable spork (spoon/fork) Reduce: avoid unnecessary plastic packaging wherever possible e.g. switching from clingfilm wrap to reusable beeswax wrap and buy products that are packaged in recyclable materials Re-use: Use net, canvas or any other reusable bags for loose fruit and veg shopping (instead of supermarket plastic bags) Recycle: separate your waste into glass, aluminium, cardboard, strong plastic, paper and Tetrapak and arrange collection by reliable recycling companies. I found several options in Jakarta, among them ‘Bank Sampah’- a government initiative.
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Rot: compost your food scraps. It’s great to finally get rid of smelly waste bins and your garden will love you for it! I also found the “Going Green in Jakarta” Facebook group, a platform of over 1000 members, all determined to contribute to a greener and more sustainable Jakarta. I knew I couldn’t drive change alone and I was pleased to find like-minded people in this group, a way of networking, brainstorming, sharing concerns and creating momentum for change. For me it was obvious that I firstly needed to make changes in my household; I was surprised how easy it was to make a real difference. As part of my incentive to encourage more people to live a more Zero Waste lifestyle in Jakarta, I organised coffee mornings for Zero Waste in my home - coffee and cake with a purpose! The aim is to raise awareness of the problem of plastic pollution but equally to give practical guidance on how we can all gradually drive change. I wanted these coffee mornings to create a space to socialise, raise awareness, discuss and learn from each other. All the information collected so far is in my blog: www.tropicalcoffeemornings4zerowaste.blogspot.com
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I had the honour of giving a talk at the BWA Newcomer Coffee Morning on 15th May, which had a fabulous turnout. I presented the theory behind Zero Waste, and suggested lots of practical ideas on how to get started on the Zero Waste lifestyle in Jakarta (see box). Recycling in Jakarta was an active topic for discussion too, and it was great to give real advice on how to get started. It was an inspiring and informative morning. Overall, we can learn so much from each other and it’s beautiful to see the ripple effect this has had already in Jakarta up until this day. Keep sharing and caring.
• Contact Bank Sampah to collect your recyclables at home.
• Buy an indoor composter (Navakara or Matacinta) or • • •
get your gardener to buy some chicken fence wire to start your own compost in your garden. Choose loose fruit and vegetables over cling film and styrofoam wrapped goods. When ordering online, always add a comment “please avoid plastic wrapping as much as possible’→"Tolong jangan dbungkus barang2 belajan saya dengan plastik". Join the “Going Green in Jakarta” Facebook group and share your experiences.
Thank you all for your support! Zero Waste kit for your hand bag:
Be the change you want to see in the world
• Bamboo or stainless steel straw • Straw brush to clean your straw • Reusable spork • Cotton napkin • Reusable water bottle • Reusable shopping bag
Mahatma Ghandi To start recycling in Jakarta, please contact Bank sampah by sending a Whatsapp to Ibu Azizah: 081281066070 10 Tips to living a greener lifestyle in Jakarta:
She can then redirect people to the accurate regional
• Consider reducing your meat intake- e.g. have a meat. coordinator depending on where people live in Jakarta to • Free day once a week (or more). get their waste collected. • Get rid of your cling film wrap and replace it with • •
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beeswax wrap (www.clubsehat.com). Replace liquid hand soap with soap bars. Keep a “Zero Waste bag” in your car filled with plenty of reusable shopping bags in all sizes, a reusable cup and a plastic container to store left overs from the restaurant when doing take a away. Carry a reusable water bottle with you at all times to avoid buying plastic water bottles.
I put the Zero Waste kit together by using the following two companies: http://greenmommyshop.com/ and Bali Bamboo straw (Tina) Whatsapp: 081282197747 There is also a Facebook community called Going Green in Jakarta (definitely a good place to start and socialise among green people and get lots of questions answered): https://www.facebook.com/groups/GGJakarta/
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Temporary Shakes Anxiety, fear, feeling generally unwell and fever can all make you feel shaky or it can make you tremble. Of course, feeling shaky without knowing what’s causing it can make you feel anxious – which can lead again to shaking. Tremor – what could be the cause? If you feel shaky as a one-off, it’s likely that there is a temporary cause like fever, fear or stress. If you have recurrent or persistent episodes there are a lot of possible causes. An essential tremor is not related to a serious underlying medical problem. This is the most likely explanation for tremor if you feel otherwise well.
• Overactive thyroid • Multiple sclerosis – tremor is unlikely to be the only symptom you get • Essential tremor or a benign tremor does not cause any harm, but it can affect simple daily activities and people’s self-esteem.
Causes of tremor are: • Anxiety – feeling anxious, this is often accompanied by palpitations (fast heart beat), shortness of breath, dry mouth and sometimes chest pain • Low blood sugar – most common if you have diabetes. • Caffeine – large quantities of caffeine can lead to tremor and palpitations • Medications – some examples: salbutamol (used to relieve asthma symptoms); lithium carbonate (usually used in bipolar disorder) some cancer treatments. Some antidepressants can also make you feel shaky, when you first start them. • Recreational drugs • Alcohol withdrawal – can lead to severe symptoms including shaking, anxiety, confusion, sweating, palpitations and even seizures • Parkinson’s disease– tremor tends to be worse when you’re not moving
It tends to start in one arm, gradually spreading to the other. It often stops there, but can affect your head and occasionally your legs. Stress, tiredness, heat and hunger can all make it worse.
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If you have mild symptoms you do not need treatment. Keeping anxiety to a minimum and avoid tiredness and excess caffeine may be enough. If you do need treatment, the mainstays for essential tremor are: the beta blocker propanolol and Primidone, a tablet originally developed to treat epilepsy. Some people find that a tremor becomes less with drinking alcohol. You will however create bigger problems by drinking large amounts of alcohol regularly. My advice is to discuss any concerns with your trusted medical practitioner.
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