Habitat for Humanity Indonesia collaborated with the Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development of the Federal Republic of Germany to conduct SKK (Work Competency Certification) and K3 (Occupational Safety and Health) training in Tangerang, Banten, in March 2024. This program trained and certified 240 construction workers to improve economic opportunities and the quality of life for low-income families in the Banten Province.

According to 2018 data from BPS, out of 8.3 million construction workers, only 7.4% are certified. “The number of certified construction workers in Indonesia is still low. This training supports the government in producing skilled and better-trained workers, and is expected to increase their income,” said Susanto, National Director of Habitat for Humanity Indonesia.

The 10-day training program adheres to the Indonesian National Work Competency Standards (SKKNI) in the Construction Sector and has previously trained 210 workers out of the 600 workers planned to be trained by 2025.

Habitat Indonesia expresses its gratitude to PT Mowilex Indonesia, PT Wavin Indonesia, PT Tata Metal Lestari & PT Tatalogam Lestari, PT Mortar Utama (Saint-Gobain), and PT Etex Building Performance Indonesia for their support in providing trainers and financial and material assistance for this training.

This partnership is tangible proof of cross-sector collaboration in enhancing the skills and quality of life of the community and helping low-income workers achieve financial independence.

On Wednesday, May 1, 2024, Habitat for Humanity Indonesia celebrated its 27th anniversary, providing support to 200,206 low-income families across Indonesia.

Through various programs covering essential aspects of daily life, such as decent homes, access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), disaster response programs, economic empowerment programs, education facilities programs, and partnership programs to improve access to suitable housing, Habitat Indonesia has become a foundation and force in building Indonesia.

Among these programs, no fewer than 38,869 decent homes have been built, providing suitable living spaces for thousands of low-income families. Additionally, 27,009 families have gained access to clean water and sanitation, while another 61,183 families have received renovation funding since 1997, when Habitat Indonesia was first established.

As a sincere gesture of appreciation, Habitat Indonesia would like to extend its highest gratitude to donors, volunteers, and all parties who have provided invaluable support in realizing our vision that every individual deserves a decent home.

“These achievements would not have been possible without the involvement of many parties, from our donors, volunteers, to the support of various parties from both government institutions and other private sectors,” said Susanto, National Director of Habitat for Humanity Indonesia.

With an unwavering spirit, Habitat Indonesia is committed to advancing with the same vision and mission. We believe that through our flagship programs, we can actively contribute to national welfare. “We will continue to move forward with the same vision to achieve national welfare through Habitat Indonesia’s programs and services,” added Susanto.

Habitat Indonesia will also continue to commit to being alongside millions of families across Indonesia, providing them with the opportunity to have decent homes, which are the basic needs of every family. With strong commitment and support from Habitat Friends, we are ready to embark on this long journey, building a better future for the Indonesian nation.

Habitat for Humanity Indonesia’s 25th Anniversary

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It is hard to believe that Habitat for Humanity Indonesia is now quarter of a century. Like humans, this age can be said to be quite mature. Habitat has been through a lot in the past 25 years, have its ups and downs.

Grateful for its 25th anniversary, Habitat Indonesia started a series of anniversary activities by holding an Employees Build.

The Habitat Updates team interviewed the chairman of the Employees Build committee, Fajar from the HRGA Department.

According to Fajar, this year’s birthday is more festive than the previous birthday celebrations because it carries the theme “Awake! Together We Build Indonesia”, where all staff of the National Office and Site Office throughout Greater Jakarta were invited directly to the field to do good deeds, painting local people’s houses. “It was boring, right, more than two years since the pandemic we couldn’t do volunteering activities like this, yet, building or volunteering activities are the “DNA” of Habitat for Humanity from all around the world,” said Fajar.

“We create a concept so to build a new spirit in this New Normal era, prioritizing togetherness, create team building for all employees, strengthening the bond between them but also at the same time carrying out activities that are beneficial to the community,” Fajar continued.

Fajar said that the Employees Build was greeted with great enthusiasm by all participants. The spirit to do good to build a more prosperous Indonesia colored the celebration of the 25th anniversary of Habitat Indonesia. All participants happily worked together to bring color to the houses of residents in Bojong Koneng, Sentul – Bogor on 13 May 2022.

“I feel proud to be a part of the Habitat Indonesia extended family and to be the chairman of the Employees Build committee. I hope Habitat Indonesia continues to exist to build a more prosperous Indonesia for future generations. Hopefully all staff will be given a loyal heart to serve wholeheartedly,” concluded Fajar.