Angga
“For the first time in my life, I truly felt proud of myself. Standing in front of many people and giving a presentation including in front of the founders of the foundation made me realize that I am capable and worthy.
Through this program, I discovered confidence I never knew I had, especially in public speaking. I learned that my voice matters and that I can express myself with courage.
Raja Ampat Dive Guide School also gave me the opportunity to dive in places I once could only admire from the surface of the sea. More than skills, this program helped me see my future with hope, clarity, and a brighter sense of possibility.”
Bartho
“Before joining this program, I was a diver without a license. I loved the ocean of Raja Ampat deeply, but I never had the financial ability to pay for professional certification.
Being part of Raja Ampat Dive Guide School changed my life in ways I never imagined. I feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude so much that I wish I knew how to fully repay the kindness and support of the Raja Ampat SEA Centre Foundation.
The structured schedule and intensive training taught me discipline, responsibility, and commitment. Through many discussions with my instructors, I found motivation and the courage to choose my own career path, and to believe in a future shaped by my own decisions.”
Herli
“Raja Ampat Dive Guide School has been deeply meaningful to me and to many young people in our community. It opens doors for those of us who never had access to SCUBA training or professional education in the diving industry.
Through this scholarship program, we are given the opportunity to grow not only in SCUBA diving skills, but also in confidence, responsibility, and professionalism.
Becoming a certified dive guide has created new opportunities for us as local people, allowing us to build a better future while protecting the ocean that has always been our home.”
Eran
“Only God truly knows how grateful and happy I am to be part of Raja Ampat Dive Guide School. Joining this program has been a blessing in my life.
I have always loved conservation and felt a strong desire to protect the seas of Raja Ampat. Through this program, that passion has grown stronger, and I have gained confidence in myself and in my role as a protector of the ocean.
Today, I feel that my life has greater meaning. I am more confident, more hopeful, and more committed to caring for the marine environment that sustains our community.”
Bertha
“There was a time in my life when I felt completely lost. I once dreamed of becoming a nurse, but my family could not afford the cost of higher education, and I was forced to let go of that dream. My days felt empty, and my life was limited to farming and fishing without direction or hope.
Joining Raja Ampat Dive Guide School changed everything. Through this journey, I found strength, confidence, and a new sense of purpose. I realized that even when one dream ends, life still offers new paths and new possibilities.
Today, I work as a homestay manager with a stable income that allows me to support my family. I feel empowered, fulfilled, and truly happy. Most importantly, I have discovered a new purpose in life and the courage to keep moving forward.”