Jakarta, January 22, 2025 – In a meeting between humanitarian organizations in Indonesia and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia (Kemlu), Human Initiative (HI) underscored the importance of synergy between humanitarian organizations and the government to ensure the successful delivery of aid to the Palestinian people in Gaza. Following the ceasefire, this momentum is being utilized to strengthen coordination so that humanitarian aid can be effectively distributed and have a tangible impact on the people of Gaza.
Bambang Suherman, Vice President of Human Initiative, stated, “Synergy between humanitarian organizations and the government is crucial to ensure that aid reaches those who need it most. The presence of the state, through the diplomatic support of Kemlu, plays a key role in opening access for humanitarian assistance to Gaza.”
He further added, “We encourage Kemlu to establish a Palestinian Working Group to ensure that humanitarian efforts are well-organized. With structured coordination, Indonesian humanitarian teams can operate swiftly and safely in Gaza and the West Bank.”
During the meeting, Human Initiative also expressed its appreciation for Kemlu’s role in coordinating diplomatic channels with Palestine’s neighboring countries, such as Egypt and Jordan. This collaboration ensures that humanitarian aid—including logistics, medical supplies, and other essential support—can reach the people of Gaza quickly and securely.
With extensive experience in global humanitarian aid distribution, including in crisis-affected areas like Gaza, Human Initiative aims to overcome challenges such as entry access to affected regions and cross-border logistics coordination through this strategic collaboration.
Human Initiative calls on the Indonesian people to continue contributing to humanitarian programs for Palestine. Through the spirit of solidarity, every act of support becomes part of a greater effort to assist those in Gaza who are struggling to survive.
For more information about Human Initiative’s programs for Palestine, visit Human-initiative.org and follow Human Initiative on social media. Let’s stand together and ignite hope for Gaza.