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Jakarta Urban Greening Community Gardens

Jakarta, Indonesia · Operator: Jakarta City Government / Seruni Indah Farmers Group

Overview

Urban greening community gardens in Jakarta using tactical urbanism. 12 communities in South Kebayoran Lama implementing and operating urban farms. Seruni Indah Farmers Group supports over 3,500 residents.

Citizen participation

Community-based tactical urbanism with active citizen participation in planning and implementation.

Operating model

Collaborative model between municipal government and community farmer groups supporting low-income residents.

Impact

Addresses food insecurity in low-income areas. Provides food and education for 3,500+ residents. Demonstrates tactical urban agriculture.

Crops

  • vegetables
  • greens

Scale

12 community gardens supporting 3,500+ residents

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