In the village of Lahiru, Ibu Sarlota, a health worker with Kawan Sehat, swiftly attended to a...
At Fair Future Foundation, we are dedicated to delivering essential healthcare, clean water, and nutritious food to those most in need. In Ultra-Rural Areas, we are aggressively combatting the resurgence of polio and endemic malaria and ensuring children's health through our Primary Medical Care and Water Connections programs. Our unwavering commitment drives us to create lasting change, with 93% of our funds directly invested in these crucial initiatives. Together, we are steadfastly building a healthier future.
Alex
About this author: Alex Wettstein - Founder, president and head of socio-medical activities of Fair Future Foundation.
Alex Wettstein is the visionary force behind the Fair Future Foundation, a Swiss medical nonprofit dedicated to transforming life in ultra-rural Southeast Asia. Born in France and raised in Switzerland, Alex's humanitarian spirit was deeply inspired by his father, Axel Kahn, a renowned physician and geneticist. This inspiration led Alex to create the Fair Future Foundation more than 15 years ago now.
Alex's journey into humanitarian work began very early. He moved to Switzerland at the age of five and grew up in Zurich and Lausanne, before attending university. For more than two decades, Alex has lived in Indonesia, where he has dedicated his life to providing essential medical care, building hospitals and schools, and ensuring access to clean water for the most vulnerable communities.
The Fair Future Foundation stands out for Alex's concrete involvement. He personally participates in social and medical operations, ensuring the effective execution of the foundation's initiatives. Alex's leadership has brought clean water to tens of thousands of people in the most rural areas on earth. Its efforts extend to comprehensive health education, disease prevention and sustainable living practices.
Alex's commitment to innovation is evident in his thinking about sustainable solutions such as Solar Power, solar water pumps. These initiatives aim to replace diesel generators with cleaner, more efficient technologies in the foundation's water drilling projects.
Under Alex's leadership, Fair Future has made significant progress in the fight against malaria, dengue fever, tuberculosis and other infectious diseases linked to poor sanitation. The foundation's work is not only about providing immediate relief, but also about creating long-term, sustainable solutions that empower communities.
Alex’s accomplishments have not gone unnoticed. He recently received the Paul Harris Fellow Recognition Award, a testament to his dedication and impact. Additionally, Fair Future's documentary film, 'Matawai de Shades of Water', premiered in the ultra-rural village of Mbinudita, drawing global attention to the water issues these communities face .
Alex Wettstein's life is a testament to the power of compassion and action. Through the Fair Future Foundation, he continues to bring hope and tangible improvements to the lives of those who need it most.