YaTTI Foundation Establishment - Summary of Articles of Association

Overview

The Indonesian Open Technology Foundation (Yayasan Teknologi Terbuka Indonesia - YaTTI) was established on April 28, 2014, through a notarial deed (Akta Pendirian) signed before Notary Lilik Kristiwati, S.H. in Jakarta. The foundation was created with an initial capital of Rp. 200,000,000 (two hundred million rupiah).

WHO - Founding Members

Pembina (Patrons/Founders):

1. Dr. Mohammad Basyir Ahmad - Chairman
   • Indonesian citizen, born in Solo, July 1, 1946
   • Muslim, married, private sector employee
   • Resident of South Jakarta
2. Theodoor Sukardi - Member
   • Indonesian citizen, born in Jakarta, January 20, 1950
   • Buddhist, married, entrepreneur
   • Resident of Central Jakarta
3. Gary Robert Dean - Member
   • Indonesian citizen, born in London, May 18, 1955
   • Christian, married, private sector
   • Resident of Tangerang

Initial Pengurus (Board of Directors):

• Chairman: Zainal Arifin
• Secretary: Paul Mahoni (New Zealand citizen)
• Treasurer: Joseph Jeremias Uly

Initial Pengawas (Board of Supervisors):

• Chairman: Abdelkarim Amine (French citizen)

WHAT - Foundation Purpose

YaTTI is established as a non-profit foundation focused on advancing open technology in Indonesia. The foundation operates in the social and humanitarian fields with specific emphasis on:

1. Open Technology Advocacy: Promoting various forms of open technology including:

   • Open Source Software (perangkat lunak sumber terbuka)
   • Open Hardware (perangkat keras terbuka)
   • Open Data (data terbuka)
   • Open Patents (paten terbuka)
   • Open Design (desain terbuka)
   • Open Protocols (protokol terbuka)

2. Knowledge Dissemination: Facilitating the sharing and distribution of technological knowledge to the Indonesian public

3. Community Building: Creating networks and communities around open technology practices

WHY - Mission and Vision

The foundation exists to: - Democratize access to technology across Indonesia - Promote transparency and collaboration in technological development - Support innovation through open methodologies - Bridge the digital divide by making technology accessible to all levels of society - Foster a culture of knowledge sharing and collaborative problem-solving

HOW - Activities and Programs

YaTTI achieves its mission through:

1. Education and Training:
   • Conducting workshops, seminars, and training programs on open technology
   • Developing educational materials and curricula
2. Advocacy and Policy:
   • Promoting open technology policies at various levels of government
   • Engaging with policymakers to support open standards
3. Community Support:
   • Facilitating open technology communities
   • Providing resources and platforms for collaboration
4. Research and Development:
   • Supporting open technology research projects
   • Documenting and sharing best practices
5. Partnerships:
   • Collaborating with educational institutions
   • Working with government agencies
   • Partnering with private sector organizations that support open principles

WHERE - Operational Scope

• Headquarters: Jakarta, Indonesia
• Operational Area: Throughout the territory of Indonesia
• Address: The foundation can establish offices anywhere within Indonesia as needed

Governance Structure

Three-Tier Structure:

1. Pembina (Patrons):
   • Highest authority
   • Determine foundation policies
   • Appoint and dismiss Pengurus and Pengawas
   • Approve annual programs and budgets
2. Pengurus (Board of Directors):
   • Day-to-day management
   • Implement foundation programs
   • Manage foundation assets
   • Report to Pembina
3. Pengawas (Board of Supervisors):
   • Oversight function
   • Monitor Pengurus activities
   • Ensure compliance with foundation objectives

Decision Making:

• Pembina meetings held at least once annually
• Decisions preferably by consensus (musyawarah untuk mufakat)
• Voting when consensus cannot be reached
• Quorum requirements specified for different types of decisions

Financial Provisions

• Initial capital: Rp. 200,000,000
• Foundation assets are separate from founders’ personal assets
• Income sources may include:
  • Donations and grants
  • Legitimate business activities that support the mission
  • Other legal sources
• Prohibition on distribution of profits to founders, board members, or supervisors

Key Principles

1. Non-profit: All income must be used for foundation objectives
2. Transparency: Regular reporting and accountability mechanisms
3. Independence: Separation from political parties and religious propagation
4. Sustainability: Ability to conduct supporting business activities
5. Inclusivity: Open to all regardless of background

Legal Compliance

The foundation is established in accordance with: - Law No. 16 of 2001 on Foundations (Yayasan) - Law No. 28 of 2004 (Amendment to Foundation Law) - Other relevant Indonesian regulations

Amendments and Dissolution

• Articles of Association can be amended by Pembina meeting
• Certain amendments require government approval
• Detailed procedures for dissolution and asset distribution
• Remaining assets upon dissolution go to similar non-profit organizations

Significance

YaTTI represents one of the first formal organizations in Indonesia dedicated specifically to promoting open technology across all its forms. By establishing a legal foundation structure, the founders created a sustainable vehicle for advancing open technology principles in Indonesia’s developing digital economy. The foundation serves as a bridge between global open technology movements and local Indonesian communities, adapting international best practices to local contexts and needs.