The Story of Buniayu is a program aimed at elevating the potential of bamboo weaving crafts from Buniayu Village, Sukamulya District, Tangerang Regency, so they can compete in the international market.

This program is a collaboration between students of the 27th batch of the International Class at the LSPR Institute of Communication & Business and the Tangerang Regency Cooperative and Micro Enterprise Office, held in Buniayu Village.

Through a series of activities under the International Mentoring and Workshop Programme (IMWP), bamboo weaving artisans in Buniayu Village received digital training, content creation mentoring, and product design development.

Plans are in place to introduce the distinctive bamboo weaving products of Buniayu Village to the international market through a mini exhibition in Malaysia.

A community representative stated that the local community welcomed the program positively. According to them, this activity can strengthen the promotion and competitiveness of Buniayu Village’s bamboo weaving products.

“This collaborative program can open opportunities for developing Buniayu Village’s bamboo weaving products in a more innovative and valuable direction, while also increasing community knowledge without abandoning local traditions,” they said.

The program organizer explained that this initiative was designed to make the distinctive bamboo weaving of Buniayu Village a center for traditional weaving.

“Through this program, we aim to encourage the strengthening of MSMEs and the sustainability of Indonesian traditional products through digital training and product design development,” the organizer explained.

Buniayu Village

Buniayu Village is a small, traditional village located in the Sukabumi Regency of West Java, Indonesia. It is most famous for the **Buniayu Geopark**, a significant geological site featuring ancient limestone formations, fossils, and a network of caves that provide evidence of prehistoric life and early human activity in the region. The area’s natural and cultural history makes it an important site for both geological research and ecotourism.

Sukamulya District

Sukamulya District is a district (kecamatan) located in the Karawang Regency of West Java, Indonesia. Historically, it is part of the larger Pamanukan region and its development has been closely tied to agriculture, particularly rice cultivation, which has long dominated the local economy and landscape. Today, it remains a primarily rural area within one of Java’s key rice-producing regions.

Tangerang Regency

Tangerang Regency is a regency within Indonesia’s Banten Province, located on the western outskirts of the Jakarta metropolitan area. Historically, it was a significant gateway and settlement area, with its name derived from “Tangeran,” meaning a tangerine orchard, and it has a notable Chinese-Indonesian cultural heritage dating back centuries. Today, it is a major industrial and residential hub, known for its rapid development while still containing traditional *Benteng* (fort) Chinese communities.

International Class at the LSPR Institute of Communication & Business

The International Class at the LSPR Institute of Communication & Business is a specialized English-language program designed to prepare students for global careers in communication, public relations, and business. Established within Indonesia’s leading communication school, it integrates international curricula and cross-cultural perspectives with LSPR’s core philosophy of developing ethical and effective communicators. The program reflects the institute’s modern response to globalization, equipping graduates with the skills to operate in an interconnected world.

Tangerang Regency Cooperative and Micro Enterprise Office

The Tangerang Regency Cooperative and Micro Enterprise Office is a local government agency in Indonesia’s Banten province, established to support and develop the region’s cooperative societies and small-scale businesses. Its history is tied to Indonesia’s national cooperative movement and the ongoing governmental efforts to foster economic empowerment and community-based entrepreneurship at the regency level.

International Mentoring and Workshop Programme (IMWP)

The International Mentoring and Workshop Programme (IMWP) is not a physical place but a global educational initiative, originally launched in 2006 by the International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) in Trieste, Italy. Its history is rooted in empowering scientists from developing countries, particularly women in physics, by providing intensive mentoring, advanced workshops, and networking opportunities to foster their research careers.

Malaysia

Malaysia is a Southeast Asian nation formed in 1963 through the union of former British territories, with a history shaped by ancient kingdoms, colonial rule, and vibrant trade. It is renowned for its multicultural society, blending Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous influences, and for landmarks like the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur and the historic cities of Malacca and George Town, which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Indonesian traditional products

“Indonesian traditional products” refer to a diverse range of handcrafted goods and artisanal items deeply rooted in the archipelago’s history and ethnic diversity. These products, such as batik textiles, wood carvings, and silverware, often have centuries-old traditions, with techniques and motifs passed down through generations, reflecting local beliefs, nature, and social status. Today, they are vital symbols of cultural heritage and important economic commodities, both domestically and in the global market for authentic crafts.