Our Foundation

A Personal Commitment. A Greater Collective Impact.

An independent nonprofit foundation, established and personally funded by Ira Sudargo, founder of AETS Indo Pacific.

Yayasan Talenta Mutiara Nusantara (TMN) is dedicated to empowering underserved women and young people in Indonesia through entrepreneurship, practical skills development, and sustainable livelihood opportunities.

Together, We Can Accomplish More.

Three young Indonesian girls smiling together beneath a traditional wooden house
Our Mission

Creating Opportunities That Last

Mission

“TMN Foundation walks alongside marginalized women and youth — providing entrepreneurship training, economic skills, and community networks that create real, lasting change from within.”

Vision

“An Indonesia where women and young people in underserved communities have the skills, agency, and opportunity to build dignified lives.”

  • Entrepreneurship training
  • Economic empowerment
  • Community development & sustainable livelihoods
Ira Sudargo, founder of TMN Foundation and AETS Indo Pacific
Founder
Ira Sudargo

Founder of Yayasan Talenta Mutiara Nusantara and AETS Indo Pacific. TMN is independent and personally funded by Ira.

Our Programmes

Turning Commitment Into Action

Through community-focused initiatives, TMN has supported practical solutions that strengthen local capabilities, create economic opportunities, and promote sustainable livelihoods.

Women tending hydroponic farming systems on Pari Island
Pari Island

Women-Led Hydroponic Farming

Supporting women through hydroponic farming, practical agricultural training, and sustainable food production.

25 women participated; 37 kg first harvest.

Community waste management session in Jambi
Jambi

Circular Economy & Waste Management

Supporting community-based waste management through capacity building, information systems, and locally managed waste banks.

Focus: community capacity and environmental sustainability.

Coastal community seaweed cultivation on Pari Island
Pari Island

Seaweed & Coastal Economy

Supporting coastal communities through seaweed cultivation initiatives, community engagement, and sustainable livelihood development.

Focus: coastal livelihoods and economic opportunities.

Stronger Together

Together, We Can Accomplish More.

Meaningful change is rarely achieved alone. TMN believes that lasting community impact comes from bringing together organizations, expertise, resources, and shared commitments. We welcome collaboration with Indonesian and international organizations that share our vision of empowering underserved communities.

Nonprofit Organizations

Joint community programmes, expertise sharing, community engagement, and implementation partnerships.

Corporate & CSR Partners

CSR initiatives, sponsorships, financial support, employee volunteering, technical expertise, and in-kind contributions.

Foundations & Philanthropic Partners

Grants, programme funding, technical assistance, and long-term partnerships.

Let’s Create Greater Impact Together.

Whether you’re a nonprofit organization seeking a local implementation partner, a company exploring meaningful CSR initiatives, or a philanthropic organization supporting community development, we welcome the opportunity to connect.