Get Involved

Ways to contribute to Heka Leka

At Heka Leka, every contribution makes a difference. Whether you want to give your time, skills, resources, or support in other ways, there are several meaningful ways to get involved. By participating in one of our activities, you’re helping us continue our mission of advancing education in Maluku.

Help fund our programs

Your financial support can help us provide training, resources, and opportunities for children and youth in Maluku. Every contribution counts.

For Fiscal Years 2025 and 2026, the majority of the public funds we raise will be used to fund our goal of building 100 libraries in public elementary schools on Haruku Island, Saparua, Nusalaut, and the Banda Islands.

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    • Become a “Malessy” for education

    Malessy in Maluku tradition means warrior. Therefore, in Heka Leka, we refer to everyone actively involved, whether as a teacher, volunteer, or staff member, as an educational Malessy. Your expertise can make a significant difference.

    We are always looking for support in various forms, whether as staff or volunteers, online or offline, and for projects ranging from one-week to annual contracts.

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    While not all positions require direct work in Maluku, for those interested, here are some testimonials from other Malesy friends:
    Felike
    Felike (Jakarta)
    Short term volunteer | 2 weeks
    "One thing I carry with me is the power of dreams. My travel across Maluku, from Saparua to the Banda Islands, taught me to keep dreaming boldly, just like the spirited children of Maluku. Their resilience and determination to achieve their dreams continue to inspire me."
    Fitriyana
    Fitriyana (Jakarta)
    Operational Staff | 6 Months
    "My journey to Saparua was a powerful reminder of how much I take for granted. Growing up in a big city with easy access to information and education, I often lose sign of the challenges others face. Seeing the simpler, yet fulfilling, lives of the people there, has instilled in me a deeper sense of gratitude and a renewed commitment to using my own opportunities to make a positive impact, not just for myself, but fo rothers as well."
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    Take part in tourism that has an impact

    Shareveling: Impactful Tourism, Meaningful Journeys

    If you’re already thinking of going to Maluku for tourism, why not contribute and share your expertise with here? Heka Leka can help design group travel packages, ranging from 3 days to 2 weeks, through the Shareveling program.

    As part of your trip, you’ll have the opportunity to volunteer at one of the local educational foundations within the Heka Leka network. Typical volunteer work include simple teaching activities (teaching English, arts, etc.) or short projects tailored to the foundation’s needs and the volunteer’s skills (organizing book donations from your hometown, helping create content for the foundation’s marketing needs, etc.).

    We hope that by seeing the conditions in Maluku for yourself, you’ll be inspired to get involved with our efforts in the future.

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    • Promote our work to your community

    One very simple yet meaningful contribution is to promote and invite colleagues, friends, family, and others to join the Heka Leka movement. You can purchase our merchandise to wear with pride:

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