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10 active prevention posters in villages and schools
Children can't learn effectively in darkness or when suffering from chronic infections. By electrifying schools, improving nutrition, and providing treatment for common illnesses, we create safe environments for learning and development. In this way, education acts as a shield against poverty and social exclusion.
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Collaborating with the World Health Organization and other partners to strengthen health systems in East Indonesia.
For over two years, the Fair Future Foundation has provided vital medical assistance to thousands in remote areas, especially children and vulnerable individuals. As we enter our third year, we aim to enhance our efforts by providing education, improving logistics, and increasing medical equipment availability. Your cooperation is vital to continue saving lives in disadvantaged regions.
In this poignant narrative, Alex Wettstein, founder of Fair Future, takes us into the trenches of the foundation’s work in East Sumba. From combating rampant diseases like malaria to navigating the glaring absence of international aid, Fair Future’s commitment is unwavering. A must-read to understand the arduous yet imperative mission to bring medical equity to one of the most impoverished regions in Southeast Asia.
This New “Picture of the Day” highlights much more than a simple sticker; it reveals a crucial component of our ongoing fight against malaria. Within Fair Future’s #ZeroMalaria program, our social and medical teams dedicate their expertise and energy to affixing these stickers to the walls of homes in the villages and regions of East Sumba where we work. These stickers are not just markers but vital indicators in our overall approach to protecting and educating the most vulnerable communities.
In the remote villages of East Sumba, Indonesia, a simple sticker can mean the difference between life and death. As part of Fair Future’s Zero Malaria program, these stickers are affixed to the walls of homes, serving as a visual indicator of our comprehensive approach to malaria control.
In the battle against malaria, we don't overlook any details. From microscopic examinations to stickers on walls, every action is a step towards a malaria-free future. These stickers are not just adhesives; they are badges of education, prevention, and hope.
Family Member Detection: Early diagnosis is crucial in regions like East Sumba, where malaria is rampant. Our teams employ optical microscopic examinations to visualize plasmodia in patients' thick or thin blood smears. We also utilize Rapid Diagnostic Tests for Malaria (TDR).
Indoor Residual Spraying (PID): We conduct Indoor Residual Spraying (PID) in every home across the villages. This involves the regular application of long-lasting chemical insecticides on the inner walls of houses. The insecticide remains effective for several months, killing mosquitoes that come into contact with it.
Larvicides: Regular application of microbial or chemical insecticides to water bodies or reservoirs is another crucial aspect. The goal is to reduce the adult mosquito population by killing the immature aquatic forms, thereby limiting their development into adults.
Bed Nets: The distribution of insecticide-treated bed nets (MII) is essential in our fight against malaria. These nets have proven highly effective in reducing malaria-related deaths and illnesses.
Environmental Surveillance: We also pay close attention to the living conditions in these areas. Factors like inadequate sanitation facilities, unsanitary conditions, stagnant water, and areas where animals like pigs and water buffaloes are kept can significantly contribute to mosquito proliferation.
This is why the sticker takes on such importance. It informs villagers whether a particular home has been treated, whether its inhabitants have undergone screening and whether they have been educated on protecting themselves from the disease.
Thank you very much for your support.
Alex Wettstein – Fair Future Foundation medico-social camp in East Sumba – Rumah Kambera, Lambanapu, 5th of October, 2023.
Embark on a journey with the Fair Future Foundation’s groundbreaking #ZeroMalaria program, aimed at eradicating malaria in East Sumba, Indonesia. This ambitious initiative seeks to test at least 87% of the local population, even in the most remote and challenging terrains. Discover how our specialized socio-medical teams navigate logistical hurdles, from electricity shortages to extreme weather conditions, to conduct tens of thousands of tests.
Fair Future Foundation, in collaboration with Kawan Baik and Sumba Volunteer, is taking bold steps to eradicate malaria in one of the world’s most affected regions—East Sumba, Indonesia. This comprehensive program aims to serve tens of thousands of people, focusing on early diagnosis and effective treatment. With more than 10 tons of medical equipment and a dedicated team, we are committed to this cause as a moral obligation. Read on to discover the intricate details of this life-changing initiative.
