Tag: modernisation
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“Koteka Harus Dipakai Sehari-Hari Agar Dapat Diakui Sebagai Warisan Budaya Dunia”
Warisan Budaya Dunia”) Nabire, 16 September 2024 – Koteka, salah satu busana tradisional yang digunakan oleh suku-suku di wilayah pegunungan tengah Papua seperti suku Asmat, Mee, dan Dani, kini semakin jarang terlihat di perkotaan. Terbuat dari buah Labu Bobee, koteka telah lama dikenal dunia sebagai simbol kebudayaan Papua. Namun, berbeda dengan noken yang telah diakui oleh…
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Case Studies: DeMMAK’s Dual Mission in Practice
by Jhon Kwano Drawing from koteka.org and related sources, the following examples illustrate how DeMMAK pursues cultural restoration and modernization simultaneously, rather than treating them as opposing forces. Case Study 1: Restoration of Customary Stories and Storylines One of DeMMAK’s foundational program areas is the restoration of customary stories, customary storylines, customary spirit hotspots, and customary…
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Beyond Misconceptions: Understanding DeMMAK’s Role in West Papua’s Highlands
by Jhon Kwano Introduction The Koteka Tribal Assembly (Dewan Musyawarah Masyarakat Koteka — DeMMAK) is perhaps the most misunderstood alliance of tribes in the West Papua highlands. It has been variously branded as an extremist organization, a violent movement, and even a semi-military task force fighting against Indonesian occupation in West Papua. Yet these characterizations obscure…