With a population of 274 million, made up of more than 300 ethnic groups, Indonesia is the largest economy in Southeast Asia. However, the quality of health care varies hugely, and access is a persistent problem for poor communities and the millions of people with disabilities.
Supporting people with disabilities to lead independent lives
We have been working alongside our local partners in Indonesia since 1978, supporting access to vital health care and creating opportunities for people with disabilities to learn new skills and earn a living.
23.3m
23.3 million people have a disability (National Economic Survey)
Working together for inclusion
With your support we can continue to support disability inclusion in Indonesia, working alongside people with disabilities and their communities to achieve change.
Suprihatin lives with a cognitive disability. Within her community in Indonesia, she leads a self-help group for people with cognitive disabilities.
Our work in this region
Asia
Bangladesh
Cox’s Bazar is the world’s largest refugee camp. Together with our partners in Bangladesh, we work with people with disabilities to access healthcare and community support in the camp.
Asia
Indonesia
We have been creating access to vital health care, job opportunities and education for people with disabilities in Indonesia.
Asia
Nepal
Nepal is one of the world’s poorest countries and is regularly at risk of natural disasters. We’re working to help people access eye health, earn a living, and ensure people with disabilities are include in emergency response in a crisis.