Jono's journey to safety
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Jono’s life began in the wild, but he was sadly taken from his home at a young age. As a baby monkey, he was captured from the forests of Indonesia and forced into a life of exploitation.
Six years of suffering
For six long years, Jono was confined to a small wooden box. He was taken out only to perform tricks for tourists. Dressed in costumes and forced to dance, Jono’s world was filled with pain and isolation. His teeth were broken and infections spread across his face. He had no opportunity to climb, forage for food or experience the life he was meant to live.
Image courtesy of Jakarta Animal Aid Network.
The rescue
In 2024, everything changed for Jono. Thanks to compassionate supporters like you, Jono was rescued from Indonesia’s last known “dancing monkey training centre” alongside 30 other macaques.
This life-saving rescue was led by World Animal Protection and the Jakarta Animal Aid Network (JAAN). Jono was finally freed from his torment and brought to a safe sanctuary, where his healing journey began.
Image courtesy of Jakarta Animal Aid Network.
A new beginning
Today, Jono is at the JAAN sanctuary, experiencing the world as he was always meant to be. For the first time, he’s able to climb, play and interact with other monkeys. His transformation has been incredible. Jono is gaining strength, growing more curious and becoming confident in his new surroundings.
Image courtesy of Jakarta Animal Aid Network.
The road to recovery
While Jono’s progress is remarkable, he still has a long way to go. His medical needs are ongoing, his broken teeth are being treated and the infections that once plagued him are slowly healing.
Emotionally, Jono needs time to adjust to life with other monkeys. He has never had the opportunity to bond or socialize, so learning to trust again is a vital part of his recovery.
How you can help
Jono’s recovery is only possible because of supporters like you. Your donation today will provide:
- Critical medical treatment to help Jono heal from years of abuse.
- Nutritional support to help him regain his strength.
- Ongoing care and rehabilitation to help him adjust to life in the wild.
- Socialization to teach him how to interact with other monkeys and form a healthy troop.
By donating, you are giving Jono, and the other 30 rescued monkeys, the chance to heal, thrive and live freely.
The impact of your support
Thanks to your generosity, Jono now has a chance at the life he always deserved. But his journey is far from over. He still needs your help to reach the next stage of his recovery.
With your support, we can give Jono the chance to return to the wild and live freely, as every monkey should.
Will you help Jono take the next step toward freedom? Donate today to provide Jono with the ongoing care he needs to heal and thrive.
Together, we can give Jono and his fellow rescued monkeys the life they were meant to have. Thank you for being part of their journey.
All images, including banner, courtesy of Jakarta Animal Aid Network.