Articles/Essays/Notes
Applied Anthropology
Bridging Theory and Practice for Real-World Impact
Applied anthropology is the practical application of anthropological methods, theories, and insights to address real-world challenges. It serves as a bridge between academic anthropology and actionable solutions, engaging with contemporary social, cultural, economic, political, and environmental iss...
Defining Dharma
ways, paths, cultures, outlooks
## The Etymology of 'Dharma' The word *dharma* is one of the most enduring and multifaceted terms in human thought, with deep roots in ancient Indian languages and cultures. While it is often associated with religious or spiritual traditions, its etymology reveals a concept that transcends doctrinal...
Indonesia 2020: Consolidate, and Respond
An open letter to my friends and clients in Indonesia.
The global economy has taken a blow, with volatility in exchange rates and commodity prices and mass unemployment. National monetary authorities have adjusted their predictions for economic growth in 2020-2021, with negative growth expected in 2020 and 2021. Many governments are implementing excepti...
Gary Dean
From the West, Northward to the East
I was born and raised in [Perth, Western Australia](//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perth), in the pre-[Sputnik](//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sputnik_1) era, and brought up in a mono-cultural English/British suburban environment. I am a Gemini and a Rooster. My MBTI is INFJ, my blood type B-, and I’m an Aspie....
Meet Gary Dean
A Jakarta Expat interview with Gary Dean
Parts of this interview were published in Jakarta Expat, March 2013 Jakarta Expat: So Gary, where do you come from, where did you grow up? Gary Dean: I was born in Perth, Western Australia in the pre-Sputnik era. I grew up in the northern suburbs of Perth. JE: How long have you been living in Indone...
Doing Business in Indonesia
From a Western Perspective
> This is a modified version of a report commissioned by the East Asia Analytical Unit of the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade in July 2000, as part of a book entitled *Indonesia: Facing the Challenge* published in December, 2000. Views contained within this report are *entirely my...
Javanese Santri Islam
Same, but very different
The Western aversion and distrust towards Islam runs deep, in contrast to how 'friendlier' religions such as Buddhism, Confucianism and Hinduism are often considered.[1] Even Westerners better informed about Islam can have their concerns, so it is probably not simply a case of a 'misunderstood' reli...
Joint Venture, or 100% Foreign-Owned?
> First published in OzIndo Vol 5 No 1, magazine of the Australia-Indonesia Business Council Joint ventures (JVs) have long been the working foundation upon which foreign investment has entered many developing countries. In fact, in many countries JVs are the only way that foreign capital can be inv...
Siapa yang pantas menjadi Presiden Indonesia Tahun Depan?
Satu Pandangan
Negara Indonesia adalah suatu negara besar kalau dilihat dari segi jumlah penduduknya. Catatan sejarah telah menunjukkan bahwa karena kekayaan alamnya yang besar telah menarik keinginan banyak bangsa asing untuk menguasai negara ini. Setelah 350 tahun di bawah penjajahan Belanda, 52 tahun yang lalu ...
Haruskah Indonesia menggunakan Tenaga Nuklir?
Keinginan Indonesia untuk membangun Pembangkit Listrik Tenaga Nuklir (PLTN) menimbulkan kegelisahan di seluruh kawasan Asia Tenggara dan Australia. Pemerintah Indonesia sudah memesan beberapa studi kelayakan untuk pembangunan PLTN berkapasitas 1.800 MW yang mungkin akan dibangun di desa Ujungwatu di...
