Humanity Stories

Assyifa Salsabila Balqis (11), a Beta Thalassemia Major patient, has now received a blood stem cell transplant from her brother, Sultan Muhammad Alfatih (6). After undergoing a complex process, this blood stem cell transplantation was finally performed at Tzu Chi Hospital and was deemed successful. 

Bliss and gratefulness were surrounding the big family of Tzu Chi Indonesia as Tzu Chi Cinta Kasih Cengkareng Housing or better known as Rusun Cinta Kasih Tzu Chi commemorated its 20^th anniversary on Monday, 23 August 2023. 

Indonesian President Joko Widodo inaugurated the Tzu Chi Hospital located in Pantai Indah Kapuk, Penjaringan, North Jakarta, on June 14, 2023. This hospital is under the auspices of the Indonesian Tzu Chi Buddhist Foundation.

Sukmawati (51), a Tzu Chi volunteer who handled this case from the beginning, was deeply touched by the family's situation when conducting a survey at their home. Despite Maladia's initial reluctance, the volunteer, with love and compassion, slowly opened the door to her heart.

When I opened my phone in the morning, in the group there was a message sent by Shu-Juan which read, “A Shijie in Indonesia died of Covid-19. I know this Shijie, I feel really sad.” I was surprised and asked, “Who?” Shu-Juan replied, “Hiu Suang Ing.”

A series of disasters, ranging from flash floods, landslides, to tropical cyclone Seroja hit the province of East Nusa Tenggara. Residents affected by the disaster fled and were limping but they persisted in rebuilding their homes. In addition to providing assistance, Tzu Chi stepped in to give motivation in the midst of the difficult situation. No less, the children also got consolation to treat trauma.

Slowly but surely, the magnificent building beside the Jing Si Hall began to take shape. It soars high up to the sky, 23 floors. The walls are applied with brushed stones complete with a roof in the shape of the letter 人 (ren) and surrounded by glass which allows sunlight to freely enter every corner of the room. The outward appearance resembles Jing Si Hall.

Like a sailing ship that needs a captain to lead the way towards its goal, Tzu Chi Indonesia also has the leadership figures who guide this social foundation to realize its mission. With Liu Su Mei as chairman, as well as Franky Oesman Widjaja and Sugianto Kusuma as vice chairmen, Tzu Chi Indonesia is moving steadily as it ages. They are entrepreneurs, leaders, and volunteers who actively contribute to spreading the spirit of the teacher, Master Cheng Yen.

Where there is a will, there is a way. Anggit's tenacity in studying led her to become a scholar even though economic difficulties often confronted her. 

Some of the benefits of this product include floor cleaner liquid, plant fertilizers, dishwashing liquid and many more. The process of the fermentation of the product can be executed at home by using organic waste where most people need to stay home during the pandemic.

Maya Fauziah’s sadness due to cataracts finally turned into joy after being operated on by a team of doctors from Tzu Chi International Medical Association (TIMA) Indonesia. Now Maya is able to see well and is no longer ridiculed by her friends. She becomes one of the students who excel at school.

Eversince the pandemic hit globally, all Tzu Chi activities have been adjusted to the Covid-19 health protocol. Definitely it was not easy at the beginning,as Tzu Chi activities always involved a lot of volunteers altogether at once.

To Engellie, an 11-year-old girl in Jakarta, Indonesia, it is a blessing to go to school and meet friends, not something to be taken for granted.