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- 34% of Indonesian children are malnourished
- 45% of the population does not have access to adequate sanitation facilities
- 27% of the population lives below the national poverty level
Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world, with over 17,000 islands spanning three time zones. In its recent history, Indonesia has been plagued with economic, political and natural disasters. The devastating tsunami of December 2004 came after years of separatist struggle in Aceh and Papua as well as an economic crisis in 1998 that resulted in mass unemployment.
Islamic Relief in Indonesia
The field office in Jakarta manages Islamic Relief’s projects throughout the country. Islamic Relief has been distributing food in the Ramadan and Qurbani seasons to the poor and those affected by natural disasters.
Prior to the tsunami, Islamic Relief worked on development projects in the Aceh and Banten provinces. Students in Aceh received school supplies from Islamic Relief, and water and sanitation facilities were provided for rural communities in Banten.
Islamic Relief has completed several reconstruction projects for tsunami survivors in addition to its initial emergency relief activities. These projects include rebuilding schools, health facilities, and homes for tsunami survivors in the worst affected areas.
For examples of Islamic Relief's work in Indonesia, please click below:
Water and Sanitation: Bamboo Water Pipes
Education and Training: Proud of Our School
Health and Nutrition: One of a Kind Hospital
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