Rather than relying on broad government-based programs, an Indonesian nonprofit organization affiliated with Ohio University chooses to help the individuals themselves.
Imam Prasodjo, director of the Nurani Dunia Foundation, discussed last night in Alden Library how the foundation and OU have been able to improve living conditions and relationships by involving local people with projects.
The foundation focuses on improving the country's recovery from national disasters such as the 2004 tsunami.
Instead of building a school or trying to improve the economy, Prasodjo said more effort is needed to teach individuals how to best interact so they can become self-sufficient.
Every development has to have an innovative nature
he said, adding new organizations will help residents sustain villages through jobs, health care and education. - Prasodjo said. - but the problem is how to do that
Prasodjo said. -
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