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Jakarta, March 19, 2025 - Yayasan Mahija Parahita Nusantara once again held the Ramadan Berbagi program, an initiative that aims to improve the welfare of workers in the waste sector, especially waste pickers. This year, in collaboration with Coca-Cola Indonesia, Mahija Foundation distributed 3,120 iftar food packages and 838 basic food donation packages to waste picker communities in 36 collection center locations throughout Indonesia. In addition, 1,400 children and educators in 8 informal schools also received similar assistance.

Ardhina Zaiza, Chairman of Mahija Parahita Nusantara Foundation stated, "We will continue to prioritize support to improve the welfare of waste pickers, who are our important partners in the effort to implement circular economy. The distribution of basic needs such as food and groceries is one of the focuses of our activities to help them in this holy month."

Waste pickers make a significant contribution in reducing the volume of waste that ends up in landfills, as well as sorting it into recyclable materials. Based on data from the Ministry of Environment and Forestry, managed waste in Indonesia has only reached 59.93%. This figure includes household waste and waste similar to household waste.

Triyono Prijosoesilo, Director of Public Affairs, Communication and Sustainability Coca-Cola Indonesia explained, "Through our ongoing collaboration in the 'Ramadan Berbagi' program, Coca-Cola Indonesia reaffirms its commitment to empowering waste pickers who play a critical role in the packaging and recycling value chain. By supporting their well-being, we not only contribute to responsible recycling practices, but also help improve their access to essential social services such as education, healthcare and safe working conditions. Together, we aim to create a more sustainable and inclusive future for all."

Ardhina added, "We will continue to empower waste pickers through various activities and advocacy. Based on our observations in the field, waste pickers' awareness to collect and sort waste safely still needs to be improved. Therefore, this Ramadan is also the right moment to conduct training aimed at improving their working conditions."

As the implementer of this program, Mahija also organizes a series of educational programs. These programs focus on training on safe and safety-oriented work environment, as well as instilling the habit of clean and healthy living behaviors. Going forward, training on the selection and calculation of the value of collected waste will be a major focus.

To date, the Ramadan Berbagi program has distributed more than 18,000 iftar packages and 2,350 basic food packages. In addition, Mahija has successfully organized free basic health services for more than 21,000 waste workers in their respective areas. Meanwhile, the education access program for children of scavenger families has reached more than 1,600 children through scholarship programs, adoption schools, and mobile schools.

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Beryl Masdiary - Head of Communications & Partnerships

E-mail: beryl.masdiary@mahijaparahitanusantara.com