Mahija Parahita Nusantara continues to promote the adoption of responsible sourcing within Indonesia’s plastic recycling supply chain. On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, Mahija hosted the Responsible Sourcing Initiative (RSI) Indonesia Implementation Workshop in Jakarta as part of its efforts to ensure more responsible, inclusive, and sustainable procurement practices.
This workshop marks an important step in the implementation of RSI Indonesia, which was launched in late 2024. More than just a forum for sharing, this event is designed as a space for cross-sectoral dialogue to assess progress on the ground and align future steps. Mahija brings together various stakeholders, ranging from the government—represented by the Indonesian Agency for the Acceleration of Poverty Alleviation (BP Taskin RI)—to The Coca-Cola Company as the brand partner, PT Amandina Bumi Nusantara as the recycling partner, owners of Collection Centers and Collection Partners, and representatives of informal waste workers or scavengers.
The primary objective is to ensure that the Responsible Sourcing Initiative (RSI) approach is understood and consistently implemented throughout the plastic recycling supply chain in Indonesia.
The Responsible Sourcing Initiative, developed by The Circulate Initiative, is a global program focused on addressing human rights issues in the recycling supply chain. This program promotes responsible sourcing practices, respect for workers’ rights, and the strengthening of circular economy principles. Based on the UN Guiding Principles and the Fair Circularity Principles, the RSI serves as a practical guide for companies to improve responsible sourcing standards through the Harmonized Responsible Sourcing Framework for Recycled Materials.
In Indonesia, Mahija serves as the implementation lead, supporting the implementation of responsible sourcing, particularly to improve the protection and well-being of informal waste workers within the value chain of PT Amandina Bumi Nusantara.
Throughout the implementation, tangible progress has been observed on the ground. To date, 2,753 informal waste workers have participated in occupational health and safety training. Mahija has also facilitated the formation of eight informal associations with a total of 219 members as part of efforts to strengthen community organizations. In terms of social protection, 150 workers have successfully obtained ID cards and 200 workers have gained access to BPJS social security through Mahija’s assistance. Additionally, more than 100 workers have participated in basic literacy and numeracy training through five community groups.
This achievement demonstrates that the implementation of responsible sourcing is not just about supply chain compliance, but also about ensuring that the people within the system receive better protection, recognition, and opportunities.
The February 2026 workshop also served as an opportunity to reflect on lessons learned from the field and assess the program’s readiness for expansion. The discussions highlighted success factors, implementation challenges, and the readiness of Collection Centers and communities for replication in additional locations. The forum also fostered a sense of shared ownership among government partners, the private sector, and waste picker communities for the expansion phase in 2026.
The implementation of RSI Indonesia is supported by a strong multi-stakeholder collaboration. In addition to Mahija as the implementation lead, the program involves The Coca-Cola Company, PT Amandina Bumi Nusantara, and The First Mile as implementation support, as well as field partners in waste picker communities. This collaborative approach underscores that responsible sourcing can only be effective when all actors in the ecosystem work together.
Moving forward, Mahija is committed to continuing to expand the implementation of the Responsible Sourcing Initiative in Indonesia. The next steps include replicating best practices across more Collection Centers, strengthening worker protection systems, and improving transparency and traceability within the plastic recycling supply chain.
Through structured and collaborative efforts, Mahija believes that responsible sourcing can serve as a vital foundation for a recycling system that is not only environmentally friendly but also fair and humane for those on the front lines of the process.
