DIY's Young Generation Becomes Guardians of Merapi, Prepares Innovation to Face the Threat of Cold Lava

YOGYAKARTA, GARISBUMI.com – The young generation of the Special Region of Yogyakarta (DIY) is encouraged to take a real role in protecting the Mount Merapi ecosystem while strengthening preparedness to face the threat of cold lava floods.

This effort was carried out by the Ministry of Forestry through the Forest Conservation Generation Development Center (Pusgenri), the Human Resources Extension and Development Agency (BP2SDM), together with the Yogyakarta Social Forestry Center through the Forest Youthverse Resilience Summit DIY Region.

The activity which took place in Yogyakarta on Friday, September 18 2026, had the theme "Forest Guardians of Merapi: Youth in Action Against Cold Lava Floods".

Through the Action Day session, participants learned about the condition of the Merapi slope ecosystem, the threat of cold lava floods, and the importance of restoring the area to reduce the risk of ecological disasters. This understanding was then developed into collaborative ideas and actions on the second day of the activity.

Head of Pusgenri Luckmi Purwandari said the younger generation had great potential to become guardians of Merapi. Therefore, they need to get space and support to get involved directly.

"The younger generation has great potential to become Forest Guardians of Merapi. We not only encourage them to understand the ecosystem, but also equip them to produce real solutions and collaborative action in facing the threat of cold lava disasters," said Luckmi.