In the heart of East Sumba, Laindatang Village. 250 people live here in extreme conditions, notably linked to the lack of water and food, but not only 😒.
Picture of the day

The Picture of the Day category shares one daily image from ultra-rural Indonesia, captured during real field work.
Each photo documents medical care, disease prevention, clean water access, and community life as it is, with no staging. This is visual evidence of constraints, decisions, and measurable impact where healthcare access is limited.
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The school we built, in Mbinudita, East Sumba
The school we built in Mbinudita, East Sumba now has over 120 students aged 7-13. A project that we carried out in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic…
A traditional well in a rural area of East Sumba
Families in rural East Sumba often rely on shallow hand-dug wells that can run dry or provide water of uncertain quality.
Teachers in rural villages heal and save lives!
Teachers in rural villages in East Sumba heal and save lives. It is a unique program in the world, as evidenced by the images taken by these new…
Having water allows them to drink and eat, to live better
Reliable water access helps rural families grow vegetables, improve food preparation and strengthen everyday household resilience in East Sumba.
New sanitary facilities for a healthier life
Families in Mbinudita gain access to clean water, toilets and washing facilities through the Water Connections program.
HDPE pipe rolls that we use to create the Water Connections.
Fair Future teams install long HDPE pipe runs connecting boreholes, reservoirs and sanitation facilities across Mbinudita in East Sumba.
Clean water in the house for the first time
The Water Connections network brings clean water directly to homes in Mbinudita, reducing long collection journeys for families in rural East Sumba.
A Lifetime work: Collecting water for the family
Women and children in rural East Sumba often spend hours collecting water, reducing time available for school, family care and other daily activities.
Primary Medical Care in Rural Areas – The book
This 14-module training book gives rural teachers practical guidance on first aid, prevention and medical emergencies where professional care is difficult to reach.
Primary Medical Care Training with the Bupati of Sumba Timur
The Regent of East Sumba visits a Primary Medical Care training session where more than 60 rural teachers are learning first aid and community health skills.
Clean water and healthy toilets for the first time
Families in Mbinudita gain access to clean water and sanitation close to home through the Water Connections program after years of severe water scarcity.













