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For years, Mercy Corps has helped more than 1,000,000 Indonesians across the country's vast expanse of islands. With December 2004's tsunami, the May 2006 Java Earthquake and flooding in Jakarta, our work in Indonesia expanded.

In addition to continuing long-established nutrition and conflict resolution programs, we are currently helping tsunami survivors rebuild their communities and establish strong, vibrant local economies.

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Rusli suffered an unimaginable tragedy: he lost his wife and only child to the tsunami. Despite that loss, he has returned to his village. "If we work hard, we know there is hope," he says.

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Resilience and Hope

BY ANITA BEKENSTEIN

Mercy Corps supporter Anita Bekenstein reports on her recent visit to Banda Aceh, where efforts continue to rebuild after the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.

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Promoting 'Early and Exclusive' Breastfeeding

BY CAITLIN CARLSON

Breastfeeding rates may be at a 20-year high in the U.S., but they're alarmingly low in Jakarta, Indonesia. Mercy Corps is helping mothers and clinics give at-risk infants a healthier start.

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Empowerment Through Gardening

BY ARDIAN ALHADATH

The women of Mirik Lamreudup village are not only winning awards for their organic agriculture, but sharing their newfound success with other women in the area.

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