Collaborative communications workshop

A Laboratory

for Creative & Impactful Communications

We turn research into narratives that move audiences, shape policy, and strengthen civil society.

est. CommsLab — Jakarta

About CommsLab

Public-interest storytelling, built to last

A coherent and persuasive narrative-building initiative that leverages public-interest storytelling to strengthen civil society across media, research, and social movements.

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Innovative Collaborations

We Collaborate

A non-profit entity collaborating with organizations and creative communities to push the boundaries of communication and deliver impactful messages.

02

Talent Developments

We Develop Talents

We empower communication talents to reach for a higher communication literacy, have a growth mindset and continue to develop their creative deliveries.

03

Enlarging Networks

We Create Hubs

We connect universities, media, and civil society to strengthen collaboration and advance shared public goals.

Our Programs

Many practices, one mission — narratives that change things

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Another world is not only possible, she is on her way. On a quiet day, I can hear her breathing.

— Arundhati Roy

Our Team

The people behind CommsLab

Journalists, researchers, and communication practitioners committed to building honest, sharp, and impactful public narratives.

Kurie Suditomo

Kurie Suditomo

Chair

Draws on a decade of journalism and a strong background in public affairs and nonprofit communications.

Ratri Istania

Ratri Istania

Treasurer

Engaged in political and governance policy for over two decades.

Cornila Desyana

Cornila Desyana

Secretary

With more than 17 years of experience, Nila has built a global career across communications, partnerships, marketing, and branding.

Prasidono Listiaji

Prasidono Listiaji

Advisor

A veteran professional in journalism and marketing communications with over 30 years of experience.

Purwanto Setiadi

Purwanto Setiadi

Supervisor

For over 25 years, Purwanto has worked as a journalist across various media, covering economic, business, and environmental issues.

Geygy Deycha Rendy

Geygy Deycha Rendy

Finance

With more than a decade of experience in financial management, audit, and grant administration in both private and non-profit sectors.

Amelia Hapsari

Amelia Hapsari

Program

For more than 20 years, Amelia makes impact films, supports independent filmmakers, changemakers and enable collaborations that create greater impact.

Edy Can

Edy Can

Program

He has worked as a journalist for over 20 years at various media outlets, including Tempo and CNN Indonesia.

Sofia Setyorini

Sofia Setyorini

Program

Film programmer and Impact Producer with 20+ years of experience.