Through the Primary Medical Care program, Kawan Sehat health workers provide treatment for fevers, wounds, and malaria in villages lacking access to doctors. They carry essential medicines, adhere to established medical protocols, and refer emergency cases promptly to prevent delays in care.
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Alex
About this author: Alex Wettstein is a health professional with 30 years of field experience in emergency medicine and social medicine. He is the founder of the Fair Future Foundation. Alex is the son of Axel Kahn, whose humanist values profoundly shaped his work.
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Radio Spots Raise Awareness of Infectious Disease Prevention
As part of our infectious disease prevention programs, we are producing audio spots broadcast on local and national Indonesian radio stations. These spots feature real-life scenes from rural families and are voiced by our doctors and collaborators. Filled with humor, they are highly effective in spreading awareness.
Laindatang School Children Receive Unique Water Initiative T-Shirts
Today at the Laindatang Water Connections site, we met with the 78 schoolchildren, each receiving a bamboo cotton t-shirt with a drawing of 13-year-old Eben, a local child. The artwork symbolises our completed water supply project for the village, which includes tanks, toilets and access to clean water. The children were delighted not only to have clean water but also to receive these unique t-shirts!
Eben’s Artistic Journey from Isolation to Imagination
Laindatang Drilling Halted: New Rainwater Harvesting Plan
After nine months of drilling efforts in Laindatang, Fair Future has stopped operations due to safety concerns and technical challenges. The focus is now on building a rainwater harvesting system to provide clean water to the village.
Laindatang Drilling Paused: New Rainwater Solution Ahead
Laindatang Water Project Shifts to Rainwater Tank Solution
After nine months of drilling in Laindatang for the #WaterConnections project, we are halting the work due to technical and geological challenges. The new plan is to build a 100-cubic-meter rainwater reservoir to provide clean water for 300 people. Drilling will resume after the reservoir is completed.
Kawan Sehat App Revolutionizes Rural Health Care Access
The Kawan Sehat app, developed by Fair Future, revolutionizes rural healthcare. It enables health agents in remote areas to record patient information, consult with doctors, and access medical resources without an internet connection. This boosts their confidence and improves healthcare accessibility. This image is in 1920×1080 resolution. Click on it to enlarge and view at full size. The Kawan Sehat App empowers health agents in remote villages to deliver life-saving medical care and facilitate connections with doctors, reaching areas lacking healthcare access. This is perhaps one of the most meaningful photos we have published. It shows one of our Primary Medical Care health workers exploring the new possibilities available to her and her future patients thanks to the Kawan Sehat application. Developed by the Fair Future and Kawan Baik foundations, the Kawan Sehat application has evolved over the past two years. It continues to improve, adapting to all health workers’ needs in Primary Medical Care. Today, we continue its development to offer even more alternatives and access to care to these frankly very disadvantaged populations. Today, this application and our 2nd App, “Zero Malaria“, have reached a quality” that allows health workers like her to communicate effectively with our medical […]
Zero Malaria Program Aims to Protect 1,450 individuals
Fair Future is currently working on a major project related to the Zero Malaria program, which is a crucial malaria prevention initiative in the region of Umalulu that is severely affected by malaria. The initiative focuses on prevention tactics such as indoor residual spraying (IRS), community education programs, distribution of mosquito nets, and rapid testing for symptomatic individuals. To ensure long-term success, we are also providing training to local staff and volunteers. This comprehensive effort will reach 275 homes, two schools, and 12 public spaces, directly benefiting 1,450 residents and 400 children. We welcome and greatly appreciate any support you can offer. Additionally, we are more than happy to answer any questions you may have about this program. The Global Fund : The Global Fund supports large-scale malaria prevention programs globally, focusing on mosquito net distribution, rapid testing, and community health education, much like Fair Future’s Zero Malaria initiative. Malaria No More : This organization works toward the global elimination of malaria by raising awareness, funding prevention programs, and distributing mosquito nets in affected regions. PATH : PATH works on innovative malaria control solutions, including diagnostics, treatment, and preventative measures, with a strong focus on community-based interventions. Roll Back Malaria […]
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Kawan Sehat Health Agents Certified in Rural Sumba
In the remote communities of East Sumba, 20 new Kawan Sehat health agents have been certified through the Primary Medical Care program. These 19 women and one man are now essential providers of life-saving care in their villages, which lack formal healthcare facilities. Their dedication and increasing proficiency are crucial for the well-being of their communities, representing a significant milestone in rural healthcare.