Save Sagea Coalition Defends Community and Environment Against Mining CompaniesCEFR A2
26 Oct 2025
Adapted from Hasya Nindita, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0
Photo by Maximus Beaumont, Unsplash
AI-assisted adaptation of the original article, simplified for language learners.
Save Sagea is a coalition in Indonesia fighting against mining companies that threaten their environment and communities. Activist Adlunfiqri Sigoro leads protests to raise awareness about these issues.
They aim to protect their sacred spaces and demand better treatment of workers. The coalition has organized protests and called for the government to stop harmful mining activities. They believe mining disrupts their culture and way of life.
Difficult words
- coalition — a group working together for a common cause.
- protect — to keep safe from harm or danger.
- protests — public demonstrations against something.
- communities — groups of people living together.
- environment — the natural world around us.
- harmful — causing injury or damage.
- culture — the beliefs and customs of a group.
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Discussion questions
- How do protests help protect communities?
- What are other ways to raise awareness about environmental issues?
- Why is culture important for communities like Save Sagea?
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