We have distributed our healthy living posters to local Puskesmas (health centers), and their directors were delighted. The posters are engaging and easy to comprehend, incorporating local characters and language. Teaching rural communities simple methods for disease prevention, such as handwashing, is truly rewarding.
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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.
Collaborating with the World Health Organization and other partners to strengthen health systems in East Indonesia.
First Aid Kits Made from Recycled Materials Ready to Ship
We’ve created dozens of recycled-material bags, marked with the Red Cross logo, to carry life-saving medical supplies for Kawan Sehat health agents. These bags, filled with medicines, disinfectants, and medical tools, will be loaded onto the Truck of Life as we begin the third year of our #PrimaryMedicalCare program in East Sumba.
The Power of Sleep: Vital for Health and Well-Being
Sleep is not just a form of rest; it’s the foundation of good health. It enhances mental clarity, fortifies your physical state, and stabilizes emotions. Discover how getting quality sleep can improve memory retention, alleviate stress, and aid in physical recovery—helping you lead a healthier and more fulfilling life.
Handwashing: A Lifesaving Habit in Rural Areas
Handwashing with clean water and soap is a simple preventive measure that reduces transmission of many gastrointestinal and respiratory infections, especially where sanitation is limited.
Local Impact: Fighting Malaria with Prevention and Care
The Fair Future Foundation and Rotary International have launched the Zero Malaria Program to combat malaria in remote Indonesian regions. Our efforts include distributing insecticide-treated nets, conducting rapid diagnostic tests, and educating families on disease prevention.
Fair Future Launches New Malaria Research Project
Fair Future is allocating nearly 90M IDR (4,900 CHF) to study malaria in East Sumba, one of the most infected regions. This research will assess needs, understand disease spread, and involve communities in finding the best solutions. An essential step in the fight against this deadly disease. #ZeroMalaria
Malaria in Rural Areas: A Deadly Threat from Mosquitoes
Don’t confuse Dengue with Malaria. While Dengue is common in cities, Malaria is endemic in rural areas where we work. This photo shows the source of Malaria infection, mainly transmitted by infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. Without treatment, Malaria can become severe and fatal within 24 hours. We continue the fight through our #ZeroMalaria program.
Hidden Cost of Delay in Rural Medicine | Access
The Hidden Cost of Delay in Rural Medicine shows how distance, financial barriers and time to first consultation transform mild illness into severe complications in East Sumba. Through Primary Medical Care, early intervention reduces avoidable deaths and restores timely access to treatment in ultra rural Indonesia.
Disease Prevention in Rural Health
In ultra-rural regions, disease prevention is often the only medical barrier between families and severe illness. Education, hygiene and vaccination awareness reduce infections long before emergency care is needed, protecting communities where access to healthcare remains limited.
2023 Accounts Approved: 93% of Donations to Fieldwork
Our 2023 accounts have received official approval from the Board, our auditor, the Canton, and the Swiss Confederation for the 15th year in a row. More than 93% of donations are allocated directly to fieldwork. With no salaries and minimal administrative costs, we maintain a unique approach. Thank you for your trust!
Health Without Infrastructure Fiction | Rural Care
Health Without Infrastructure Fiction describes a simple reality in ultra-rural East Indonesia. When roads, water, and electricity are absent, diagnosis is delayed and preventable disease becomes lethal. Infrastructure is not secondary to healthcare. It is healthcare.
Fair Future Distributes Long-Lasting Mosquito Nets
We’re purchasing over 300 long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) to protect families from malaria in Umalulu and beyond. These high-quality, extra-resistant nets last over 5 years and are a crucial tool in our #ZeroMalaria program. Costing nearly $20 each, they are a major investment in health and prevention.








