Indonesia has almost 20% of the world's mangrove ecosystem. Mangrove ecosystems are systems in nature where life takes place that reflects the mutual relationship between living things and their environment. Mangroves also serve to protect marine habitats from harmful nutrients and runoff that can harm seagrasses, coral reefs and fisheries biodiversity.

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The role of mangrove ecosystems in coastal environments such as, prevention of coastal erosion by means of mangrove roots help to bind the soil and prevent coastal erosion due to waves and seawater currents. Mangroves are also a shelter for fish habitats and other types of biota, mangrove leaves are also a source of food for organisms living surrounding area. Pollution filters, maintaining water and air quality, economic sources for fishermen, as a source of food, and carbon storage.

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Although we know that mangrove ecosystems have a very important role for the environment or the economy of coastal communities, it is undeniable that mangrove ecosystems continue to be under pressure both naturally and from human activities. Massive illegal logging and uncontrolled land clearing are the main threats to the sustainability of mangrove ecosystems.