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The Fair Future Foundation in East Indonesia combats social and medical injustice and aims to ensure everyone has access to healthcare, clean water, and education. Join us in making a difference.

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New SolarBuddy distribution reports now available for everyone

04.12.2025 | Two key SolarBuddy reports are now online. They detail the distribution of 2,224 solar lamps for children and families without electricity in East Sumba, including logistics, fieldwork, and the real impact on daily life.

The Day Night Changed: electrifying Mbajik School in rural Indonesia

02.12.2025 | Watch The Day Night Changed, our short film about bringing electricity to Mbajik School. A remote hilltop village, children studying in the dark, and a community transformed the moment the lights came on. A simple act that changes everything.

Climate change is worsening health conditions across Indonesia

25.11.2025 | Our new page explains how climate change fuels disease, water scarcity, malnutrition and medical emergencies in rural Indonesia. Fair Future documents the impacts and outlines solutions for communities already living on the edge.

Truck of Life heads back to Sumba for vital medical fieldwork

24.11.2025 | On the 27th, the Truck of Life, Alex and Erwin leave for East Sumba to support Kawan Sehat health workers, restock essential medicines, and carry out field evaluations in villages with no medical access. A demanding mission, and we will keep you informed.

New HIV prevention posters for ultra rural East Indonesia communities

24.11.2025 | HIV cases are rising in Nusa Tenggara Timur. Fair Future and health teams launch a prevention campaign with new posters on testing, safe sex, and stigma-free care for villages that have no access to health information.

Primary Medical Care: new 2024 field report from rural Sumba

23.11.2025 | Our latest Primary Medical Care quarterly report is online. Kawan Sehat health workers treat thousands of patients in ultra-rural East Sumba and record diseases, medicines, and costs of care where there is no doctor at all.

Seeking 30 Android Phones to Equip Rural Kawan Sehat Health Workers

13.11.2025 - We urgently seek a manufacturer willing to donate 30 simple Android phones for our Kawan Sehat health workers. These devices are vital for using our medical app and caring for 1,000 patients monthly. Contact us if you can help.

One School Electrified—Over 100 Still Waiting for Light

07.11.2025 - Electrifying one school may seem small, yet it changes everything. In East Sumba, over 100 schools and villages still live without power. Together, we can bring light, opportunity, and hope to many more.

Solar Electrification Brings Power to SDN Mbajik School in East Sumba

07.11.2025 - Fair Future has powered SDN Mbajik School with solar energy—16 panels, a 14kW battery, and a hybrid inverter now supply electricity to 80 students and teachers. A first step toward sustainable energy and better education.

Fair Future Donates CHF 19,248.96 to Fund 2025/26 Primary Medical Care

07.10.2025 - Fair Future has donated CHF 19,248.96 (IDR 400M) to support the 2025/26 Primary Medical Care program. This vital funding ensures continued medical care, medicines, and support for remote Indonesian communities.

Connecting the Roof to Laindatang’s 115m³ Reservoir for First Rain

01.10.2025 - Today, we connect the roof to the 115m³ reservoir in Laindatang. After two months of drying, the structure is ready. Soon, the next rain will begin filling it. A big step toward sustainable clean water for the village.

Fair Future Allocates CHF 1,500 for Essential Medicines

30.09.2025 - We allocated nearly CHF 1,500 to purchase essential medicines, covering about two months of needs. These supplies are crucial for treating patients in remote communities with limited access to healthcare.

Final Report on the Construction of Eight Ferrocement Tanks in Hambarita

13.09.2025 - The final report on Hambarita’s eight ferrocement reservoirs is now online. These 4,400–5,300L tanks provide vital clean water for 151 residents. Read the full document and see how this project strengthens resilience

Explore Fair Future’s Interactive Map of East Sumba Projects

05.09.25 — Discover our detailed East Sumba map, showing schools, villages, and communities without electricity or clean water. Learn where Fair Future works daily to bring healthcare, water, and light to remote populations.

2024 Accounts Approved: 16 Years of Transparency and Excellence

19.05.25 - Our 2024 accounts are officially approved by our certified Swiss auditor, without remarks, for the 16th year. Please read the full audit report on our documentation page. Accountability is our commitment.

Breaking Menstrual Taboos: Dignity and Health for Every Girl

13.05.25 - Menstruation is not shameful—it’s natural. Yet in ultra-rural Indonesia, girls lack access to hygiene, education, and support. Fair Future works to restore dignity and health. Please read our full article to understand and act.

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Let’s Wash Your Hands: A Lifeline for Rural Health

Let’s Wash Your Hands: A Lifeline for Rural Health

by | Mar 28, 2024 | , ,

In East Sumba, the simple act of washing hands is more than basic hygiene; it’s a lifesaving gesture. Fair Future Foundation’s latest campaign, ‘Let’s Wash Your Hands,’ marks a significant leap in public health for rural communities. Through the Water Connections program, we’ve installed sinks across schools and villages, ensuring every child can fight against diseases like malaria, polio, and tuberculosis through the power of clean water. This initiative is not just about improving health but fostering a sustainable environment where every child can grow up healthy and strong.

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Four Pillars for a Healthier Life in Ultra-Rural Areas

Four Pillars for a Healthier Life in Ultra-Rural Areas

by | Mar 28, 2024 | , ,

Four Pillars for Healthy Living” serves as Fair Future’s guide for ultra-rural communities, emphasizing balanced lifestyle pillars: physical activity, nutrition, hygiene, and rest. This guide encourages daily exercise, a diet rich in fresh foods, regular washing with soap and water, and adequate rest for mental and physical health, aiming to enhance individual and community well-being.

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Healthy Eating: Transform Lives with Nourishing Food

Healthy Eating: Transform Lives with Nourishing Food

by | Mar 28, 2024 | , ,

Fill Your Plate with Healthy Food” is an initiative by Fair Future Foundation aimed at enhancing health in ultra-rural areas. This educational poster, designed as a food pyramid, highlights the importance of balanced nutrition with locally sourced foods. It serves as an interactive tool to encourage communities to adopt healthier eating habits, thereby reducing diet-related diseases and improving children’s focus, while promoting sustainable dietary practices

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Improving Rural Life: The Role of Water Tanks

Improving Rural Life: The Role of Water Tanks

by | Mar 22, 2024 | , ,

In rural areas like here as part of the #WaterConnections – Laindatang 2024 project, water reservoirs play a crucial role in improving the quality of life and health of families. Discover how these Water Tanks improve living conditions, promote health and fight infectious diseases. Access to clean water transforms communities, giving them the means to have a better future.

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East Sumba Leap: Water Access & Sanitation Efforts Unite

East Sumba Leap: Water Access & Sanitation Efforts Unite

by | Feb 1, 2024 | , ,

A crucial meeting took place in Waingapu, where a project called #WaterConnections Laindatang was launched. The project aims to provide clean water and sanitation in East Sumba, and it is a collaborative effort between communities, the state, and NGOs such as Fair Future and Kawan Baik. This project symbolizes a commitment to sustainable development and a healthier future. The project marks the 15th anniversary of Fair Future, highlighting the power of teamwork and shared objectives.

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Impactful presentation of #WaterConnections project

Impactful presentation of #WaterConnections project

by | Jan 19, 2024 | , ,

In the heart of Eastern Indonesia, the #WaterConnection project has brought about a transformative change in Laindatang. Over 200 individuals gathered to witness its impact, as the project has provided clean water, sanitation, unity, and hope to the remote village. This is not just a journey towards a healthier and sustainable future, but a bold step in the right direction. We invite you to join us in this extraordinary journey towards a brighter future.

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Launch of a vital project for children in Laindatatang

Launch of a vital project for children in Laindatatang

by | Jan 10, 2024 | , ,

Fair Future is on a mission to transform the lives of the rural community in Laindatang, Indonesia, through a groundbreaking project. Led by its dedicated Founder and President, Alex Wettstein, the foundation is tackling the pressing issues of clean water access, malaria, and primary medical care. With over a year of on-site work, the foundation is making remarkable progress in creating a brighter future for the people of Laindatang.

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Empowering Women in Rural Areas with #PrimaryMedicalCare

Empowering Women in Rural Areas with #PrimaryMedicalCare

by | Jan 8, 2024 | , , ,

In the news "Picture of the Day," a Kawan Sehat agent stands with assurance and determination. Facing our healthcare teams, she shares her experience as a care agent in her village of Kabanda. Her gaze, filled with resolve, speaks of her firm decision to progress, contribute to her community's evolution, and help as many as she can. An embodiment of empowerment and social transformation, this image captures the spirit of these extraordinary women who, through their training and commitment, are redefining their role in ultra-rural societies and becoming pillars of change and inspiration.

#PrimaryMedicalCare: The Renaissance of Women in Ultra-Rural Societies of Southeast Asia

In the ultra-rural communities of Southeast Asia, a remarkable change is taking place. Thanks to the #PrimaryMedicalCare program by the Fair Future Foundation and Kawan Baik Foundation, over 50 women, primarily teachers, are redefining their societal role. These women, traditionally confined to the roles of child educators and homemakers, are now gaining confidence and autonomy, becoming undeniable pillars of their community.

Their comprehensive medical training has opened previously closed doors, allowing them to take on responsibilities beyond traditional education. By becoming Kawan Sehat health agents, they have acquired essential life-saving skills and achieved a new social status. Their role has transformed from background figures to leading actors in the health and well-being of their villages.

This evolution is significant as it is a model and inspiration for other women in these regions. These health agents now represent the possibility of a fulfilled life, demonstrating that improvement in living conditions and personal achievement is within reach for all. They are breaking traditional barriers and redefining what it means to be a woman in societies previously limited by rigid norms.

Their growing assurance is a living testimony to the positive impact of education and training on women's empowerment. By transforming their status within the community, they are creating a future where women are not just caregivers and educators but also leaders and innovators.

Fair Future Foundation is committed to continuing its support for these modern heroines, recognizing the crucial importance of their role in health care delivery and building a more equitable and inclusive society. Our work with these remarkable women is a step towards a future where every woman can play an active and respected role in her community.

#WomenEmpowerment #HealthcareHeroes #RuralHealth #CommunityLeaders #FemaleEducation #SocialChange #InnovativeHealthcare #SustainableDevelopment #EqualityForAll

Alex Wettstein – Fair Future Foundation medico-social camp in East Sumba – Rumah Kambera, Lambanapu, on the 8th of January 2024.

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KawanSehat App: Revolutionizing Healthcare in Indonesia

KawanSehat App: Revolutionizing Healthcare in Indonesia

by | Jan 4, 2024 | , ,

In Indonesia’s remote corners, access to medical care is a challenge for millions, but hope has arrived in the form of a remarkable innovation. Jointly developed by Fair Future and Kawan Baik, the KawanSehat app has been a game-changer for healthcare warriors and isolated communities alike. It’s revolutionizing healthcare by bridging gaps in remote regions and empowering healthcare workers to serve as a lifeline for the most vulnerable. Discover how this app is transforming lives and bringing hope to those who need it most.

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Empowering Pulu Panjang: Healthcare Revolution by Local Heroes

Empowering Pulu Panjang: Healthcare Revolution by Local Heroes

by | Jan 4, 2024 | , , ,

Come on an incredible journey with us to Pulu Panjang, an isolated village in eastern Indonesia, where the #PrimaryMedicalCare program, in partnership with Fair Future and Kawan Baik, is completely changing the healthcare landscape. Witness the powerful work of dedicated local women who are the backbone of healthcare access, providing life-changing medical services. They are the unsung heroes who embody unwavering strength, resilience, and hope in the face of isolation. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness firsthand the transformational impact of this program.

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