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Sintang Area Program

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Program Type

Community Development

Planned Life Cycle

2016 - 2026

Location

Indonesia

Areas of Focus

Health | Education 

Program Timeline

Status: Active

Progress

3,269people were trained or involved in community water, sanitation or hygiene initiatives

Progress

1,637people had access to sanitation facilities like toilets at home or school

Progress

674people had access to handwashing facilities at home or school

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Program Details

Context

The community of Sintang is home to 77,263 people, including 30,171 children. Located in the eastern part of West Kalimantan province of Indonesia, Sintang is earthquake-free, but often suffers heavy rains throughout the year. Over the last four years, the community has suffered flooding. In 2012, Sintang experienced its biggest flood in 17 years, where 15 of 26 villages were devastated by waters reaching over two to three metres in height.

Known as a disadvantaged district, Sintang is home to many isolated sub districts and villages. Most of the population are either from the Dayak or Malay ethnic group. The Dayak group specifically has traditional roots and many of these families exemplify patriarchy with all decision-making power left to the males. This leaves women and girls at a significant disadvantage, as they are valued differently from men and boys.

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Challenges
Education
In Sintang, early childhood education and development is in need of improvement. In general, many parents don't have the information needed to prioritize education for their youngest children. There is little information available on the topic and parents are often too busy with work and household responsibilities to seek out the information independently.

Existing early childhood programs need more trained teachers and human resources. They also need better government support to develop and monitor programs and policies for children under the age of 5. In parts of the community, there isn't enough space to establish or host proper preschool facilities and where they do exist communities do not actively participate.

Water and Sanitation
The state of water and sanitation in the community is extremely poor. A survey of about 28,600 households revealed that only 44 per cent of families have access to a latrine. The rest are forced to practice open defecation, polluting crucial areas like rivers. Most families lack the information to know how unsanitary practices can threaten their health. There are few health promoters in the community and little funding to share key information.

Clean water is also in short supply. Roughly 24 per cent of approximately 23, 400 HH use unprotected water sources for their daily needs, which can result in sicknesses such as diarrhea. There are not enough water sources in the community and in general, families don't have enough information on groundwater sources or surface water neutralization. Unhygienic practices contaminate key water sources like the river.

Child Protection
Little awareness on child rights can result in practices such as child labour, early marriage and abuse. Families identifying as Dayak practice many deeply-rooted traditions that prioritize males and empower them to make all key family decisions. Women and girls are often viewed as less than their male counterparts and have little control of their future. ...
Plans
Education
To improve early childhood care and development in Sintang, World Vision will partner with the community to:
  • Promote the importance of early childhood care and development to parents, community members and the government
  • Strengthen the capacities of community members to advocate for better public service delivery of early childhood care and development services for children under 5
  • Improve access to quality early childhood care and, development programs
  • Equip staff with training and resources to effectively support children in early stages of their development and growth
  • Support government and communities to develop policies promoting under 5 growth and development

Water and Sanitation
To improve the quality of water and better sanitation practices of children and their families, we will work to:
  • Promote good water conservation and environmental sanitation practices to all villages in the district
  • Establish water and sanitation working groups and ensure they are fully functional
  • Increase the use of latrines and hand washing with soap by community members including children
  • Improve access to clean water and create village water management committees to maintain it

Child Protection
To ensure children's rights are preserved and advanced, World Vision will partner with the community to:
  • Create community-based protection systems that will ensure children have access to safe support
  • Sensitize parents, community leaders and youth on children's rights
  • Create joint action plans with stakeholders including parents, community leaders and religious figures
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Results

Unless otherwise stated, data presented on this page reflects the most up-to-date results of World Vision Canada programs reported between October 2022 and September 2023, and any previous fiscal years available. Previously reported data may not match the current presentation as we continuously receive and refine data from our programs. If you have any questions, kindly reach out to us.