The Senior Consolidation Training is a program for the advancement of Junior Members of MATALABIOGAMA to become Senior Members, individuals considered capable of guiding Junior Members in field activities due to their expertise, skills, and deeper understanding of environmental science and data collection in nature. In 2023, the Senior Consolidation Training of MATALABIOGAMA was conducted through the creation of mini-research projects focusing on mountains, forests, and caves. This initiative began with orientation sessions in July 2023 and concluded with the presentation of final reports in December 2023.
The orientation for the Senior Consolidation Training took place on July 9, 2023, conducted online through Zoom meeting. It was followed by the development of the proposal until August 5, 2023. After the proposal submissions, a research concept presentation occurred on August 6, 2023, for review by the existing Senior Members. Data collection commenced upon approval of the proposals and continued until November 2023, guided by capable Senior Members during the orientation period. The final report generated from the collected data was submitted and presented on December 17, 2023, witnessed by Senior Members and alumni.
From the Senior Consolidation Training of MATALABIOGAMA 2023, four Junior Members were successfully promoted to Senior Members. These members include Tan Rendy, Hanan Zharifah Zahra, Nur Baehaki Romadhon, and Achmad Naufal Yogastrio. With the appointment of these four members as Senior Members of MATALABIOGAMA, it is hoped that they will steer the organization toward greater success. Vivat et Floreat!