About KOMIT

Yayasan Lentera Komitmen Indonesia (KOMIt Foundation) is an Indonesian NGO committed to fostering inclusive economic empowerment with a specific focus on gender equality and supporting marginalized groups. Founded by the senior leadership of QED Research Consulting, the foundation leverages the more than a decade experience of QED, to implement evidence-based and strategically innovative interventions.

Our goal is to effectively contribute to the emancipation and inclusive economic empowerment of vulnerable, poor, minority, and marginalized communities. We strive to be a catalyst for sustainable and meaningful change, ensuring that our initiatives have a lasting and positive impact on the communities we serve.

At the KOMIt Foundation, we believe in pragmatic, evidence-based strategies to address the challenges faced by underserved communities. Our work is guided by a commitment to creating equitable opportunities and fostering a more inclusive and sustainable future.

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Vision

To become an organization that consistently facilitates and inspires the creation of emancipation and inclusive economic empowerment, especially for vulnerable, poor, minority, and marginalized communities.

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Mission

  • Facilitate and implement development initiative that delivers sustainable impact
  • Support the emancipation and inclusive empowerment for women as well as vulnerable, poor, minority, and other marginalized communities to achieve economic empowerment.
  • Strive for environmentally friendly business models that are aligned with sustainable development.
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Our VALUE

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Servant Leadership

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Accountable

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Love and Inclusivity

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Trustworthiness

Servant Leadership

We believe in leading by example, prioritizing the needs of those we serve. Our team is committed to being empathetic, selfless, and impactful in our leadership approach, guiding our initiatives with humility and a deep understanding of the communities we work with.

Accountable

We maintain transparency in all our activities and decisions. Ensuring that we are responsible stewards of resources and trust placed in us by our partners, donors, and the communities we serve. We are committed to delivering measurable results and continually assessing our impact to improve our effectiveness.

Love and Inclusivity

We strive to create an environment of respect, understanding, and acceptance. Our foundation actively works to break down barriers of discrimination and inequality, fostering a culture where every individual is valued, and their unique contributions are recognized.

Trustworthiness

We endeavour to be consistently reliable and honest in our interactions and operations. By upholding the highest ethical standards, we aim to establish and nurture lasting relationships with our stakeholders based on mutual respect and integrity.

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Our TEAM

Desi Yoanita

Executive Director

Desi Yoanita, the Executive Director of the KOMIt Foundation, is an esteemed expert in gender and social inclusion with over 13 years of experience. Her career is characterized by a profound dedication to women's empowerment and gender equality, greatly influencing program design, implementation, and evaluation. With substantial experience with organizations like Wahana Visi Indonesia, Plan Indonesia, and Oxfam in Indonesia, Desi has been key in executing gender-sensitive interventions. She co-leads the Edukasih Program, focusing on educating marginalized groups, and has made notable scholarly contributions in gender and women empowerment research. Her work blends academic insights with practical strategies for advancing gender equality.

William Soe

Program Director

William Soe, the Program Director at KOMIt Foundation, is a seasoned international development professional with 12 years of experience in sectors like agribusiness, commodity markets, and climate change. His educational background in Biology and Finance gives him a broad understanding of environmental and financial issues. He has made significant contributions in areas such as agriculture, aquaculture, and green economy, particularly through his work with Australian DFAT’s AIP-PRISMA in developing an Environmental Protection Strategy. As Program Director, William leads the execution of diverse programs, focusing on strategic, impactful implementation. Additionally, he facilitates capacity-building initiatives, offering expertise in program design, climate change, and private system development, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of the development sector.

Bodhiya W. Mulya

Operation & MEL Director

Bodhiya Wijaya Mulya, the Operation and MEL Director at the KOMIt Foundation, boasts an impressive 14-year career in socio-economic development, with expertise in monitoring, evaluation, research, and analysis across sectors like agribusiness, strategic management, and international development. He's known for his significant contribution in developing a robust M&E system for one of Indonesia's major Economic Development programs. With experience in countries like Australia, Thailand, India, and many other countries in Asia, his global perspective enhances his operation and MEL strategies. Bodhiya's educational focus on both qualitative and quantitative methods has honed his skills in market research and data analysis, and he's recognized for his proficiency in operation management and the Inclusive Market System Development Approach. Additionally, he's a skilled trainer, conducting workshops on topics such as M&E and data analytics for various stakeholders, further showcasing his diverse expertise.

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Our CURRENT FIELD NETWORK