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“We are the ancestors of our grandchildren's children. We look after them, just as our ancestors look after us. We aren't here for ourselves. We are here for each other and for the children of our grandchildren.”

Quote by Roy Sesana

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Roy Sesana
Roy Sesana

Roy Sesana, born in 1950, is an active social activist dedicated to environmental protection and community development, particularly in the Bali region of Indonesia. He is known for his opposition to large-scale development projects, which has helped local communities fight for their rights to environmental protection. more

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