This Mbajik solar evaluation began at night, not with tools but with a film. Children and adults gathered to watch themselves on screen, for the second time. The first was in October, during installation. This time, it was different. This time, electricity was already part of their lives.
After years of walking to find dirty water, villages like Laindatang, Hambarita or Mbinudita can now access clean water from community reservoirs they built themselves. Clean water reduces diarrhea, skin infections, and fear. This is a true reflection of dignity in daily life.
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Empowering Ultra-Rural and Marginalized Communities
Fair Future Foundation is dedicated to empowering ultra-rural, isolated, and marginalized communities by providing essential resources for self-reliance and sustainable development, including clean water, healthcare, vocational training, and economic independence. Through close collaboration, we aim to drive enduring change and ensure communities can thrive independently.
The Empowerment category of Fair Future Foundation highlights our work in fostering self-reliance and building resilience in communities across ultra-rural Indonesia. Through education, training, and community-based initiatives, we create opportunities for individuals to improve their health, strengthen their social bonds, and achieve sustainable change. By focusing on empowerment, we help people gain the tools and confidence to improve their lives and their communities.
Building Self-Reliance and Sustainable Development for Lasting Change
Laindatang water reservoir work – sealed interior
Laindatang water reservoir work required transforming raw concrete into a sealed chamber through seven protective layers. Each layer prevents contamination, stabilises the structure, and protects the health of families. This technical process is essential for long term safe water in East Sumba.
The Day Night Changed – Solar Light for Mbajik School
For five days, we lived and worked in Haray to create The Day Night Changed, a film showing how electricity reached Mbajik School for the first time. This is the story of before, during, and after, in a district where over 100 schools still wait for power.
Electrification of Mbajik School the Movie
For five days we worked to complete the electrification of Mbajik School the movie, carrying heavy equipment, wiring every room, and sleeping in the village. This project brings light to 80 children and 12 residents, in a district where over 100 schools still have no electricity.
Mbajik solar electrification – first village cinema night
Erwin, the Field Coordinator of the Primary Medical Care programme, spends days crossing muddy roads, broken bridges, and steep trails to deliver medicines to Kawan Sehat agents. His work keeps remote East Sumba villages connected to lifesaving care, dignity, and trusted medical support.
Solar electrification SDN Mbajik | Remote school powered
Solar electrification reaches SDN Mbajik in ultra-rural East Sumba, powering classrooms, water pumps, and internet access. This community-built system transforms education, safety, and daily life—bringing lasting change to one of Indonesia’s most isolated schools.
SolarBuddy Lights for Rural Children
The SolarBuddy Program delivers solar-powered lamps to children and schools in villages with no electricity. These small lights illuminate homes, pathways, and classrooms—improving safety, education, and dignity. In the dark corners of Sumba, light changes everything.
Water Connections for Rural Villages
The Water Connections Program provides sustainable access to clean water through ferrocement reservoirs, toilets, and food gardens. In ultra-rural Indonesia, water is the start of health, nutrition, and education. Without it, life is impossible. With it, dignity returns.
Kawan Sehat Rural Health Agents
Kawan Sehat agents are trained women from rural villages who deliver medical care where no other system exists. Their work is vital, human, and lifesaving—guided by knowledge, trust, and compassion.
Primary Medical Care in Remote Areas
Primary Medical Care brings professional health services to isolated areas of Indonesia. Without clinics or doctors, we train agents, treat the sick, and deliver essential medicine and care, directly to the people.
Guides and Books for Health and Education
Fair Future creates impactful guides and books for health workers, children, and ultra-rural communities. From medical manuals to clean water and hygiene education, explore and download these powerful tools for change.
Menstrual Health and Dignity in Rural Indonesia
Fair Future tackles taboos surrounding menstrual health by empowering girls with access to hygiene, medical care, and education. It’s not just about health: it’s about restoring dignity and equality.




