Help from the Medical Profession
Last fall 2023, members of the Scott Haldane Foundation went on a trip to Thalassa in North Sulawesi. Thalassa’s facilities were used for a symposium on diving-related medical care.
The group of guests included a total of 92 medical professionals: general practitioners, surgeons, neurologists, and a variety of other specialists. Simone took the opportunity to give a presentation about Kehidupan Anda and our school in Tongkaina.
As usual, this was also accompanied by song and dance numbers from our students. The infotainment evening served not only as entertainment for the guests, but also to raise awareness of the need for aid to the school.
There was an immediate and enthusiastic discussion by the medics on how to make this happen. This resulted in some fine donations:
- 24-hour physician service whose proceeds went to the school
- a practice contribution from the GP group
- private donations
- a photo exhibit on the effect of plastic
- new, regular sponsors
We also managed to auction two trips to Thalassa during the Duikvaker expo in Houten. Also by selling a variety of items we have raised a nice amount of money in the meantime.
The go-ahead could now be given for a major renovation of the school, dormitory, kitchen and toilets. Its implementation is currently underway. Of course, we will keep you informed about this in detail.
On behalf of the children of the school: thank you!
The Board,
Petra, Yvonne and Paul
