Learn to be happy

Karena bahagia adalah tujuan yang perlu diraih setahap demi setahap lewat perjalanan belajar. Sebuah perjalanan yang siapa pun bisa mulai dan tidak harus dijalani sendirian.

It Starts with Them. For Every One of Us.

Selama lebih dari 20 tahun, Odapus dan teman-teman dengan low vision mengajarkan kami satu hal yang tidak bisa dipelajari dari buku: bahwa bahagia bisa ditemukan bahkan di kondisi yang paling berat sekalipun. Mereka adalah jantung perjalanan ini dan akan selalu begitu.

Pelajaran itu terlalu berharga untuk berhenti di satu komunitas karena ujian hidup bukan hak eksklusif siapa pun. Kami memilih membawanya lebih luas: terbuka untuk siapa pun, dengan kondisi apa pun, yang sedang mencari cara mereka sendiri untuk menjalani hidup dengan lebih ringan.

Dari sana kami belajar bahwa bahagia bisa dipelajari. Bertahan, Bertumbuh, dan Berdampak adalah tiga cara belajar bahagia yang bisa kamu tempuh, dari titik mana pun kamu berdiri hari ini.

Di titik Mana Kamu Berdiri Hari Ini?

Pelajaran itu terlalu berharga untuk berhenti di satu komunitas karena ujian hidup bukan hak eksklusif siapa pun. Kami memilih membawanya lebih luas: terbuka untuk siapa pun, dengan kondisi apa pun, yang sedang mencari cara mereka sendiri untuk menjalani hidup dengan lebih ringan.

Kamu bisa mulai dari mana saja dan berpindah kapan pun keadaanmu berubah, karena tiga pilar ini bukan tingkatan, melainkan tiga cara belajar bahagia yang saling melengkapi.

What do they say?

What those who have participated in and supported the Syamsi Dhuha Foundation programs say

Dian Triansyah Djani

Former Indonesian Ambassador to the UN

The presentation of the 2012 Sasakawa Health Prize to the Syamsi Dhuha Foundation at the UN Headquarters in Geneva is still fresh in my memory. As the Indonesian Ambassador to the UN, I felt proud of the achievement of one of the Indonesian NGOs that received international recognition — a form of Indonesia's humanitarian diplomacy in the global forum. The scholarship program for people with disabilities and autoimmune diseases is truly extraordinary. It feels proud to know Mbak Dian and Mas Eko.

dr. Rachmat Gunadi Wachjudi, SpPD-KR

Internal Medicine Specialist, Rheumatology Consultant

Two decades of SDF's journey is clear proof that passion, dedication, and collaboration can bring about big changes. As a doctor who cares about autoimmune diseases, I feel very honored to be a part of this noble journey; witnessing firsthand how SDF does not just accompany, but also empowers patients to rise beyond limitations and achieve a better quality of life. My deep impression of SDF lies in its holistic approach — which includes medical, educational, and socio-economic aspects, as well as cross-cultural and international relations. Thanks to the inspiring leadership of Ibu Dian Syarief, SDF has become a role model for collaboration between patients, doctors, and communities, both nationally and internationally.

Ardinal Purbowo

Person with Low Vision

At SDF Bandung, I have experienced a 'mentarimorfosa' (metamorphosis) from the old Bowo to the Bowo I am today. I have participated in various trainings such as aromatherapy massage, talking computers, plant cultivation development, and business workshops Alhamdulillahnow I am able to run a massage and boarding house business. BriCane is the most beautiful gift from SDF for me — because BriCane is the cane I have always dreamed of and it means a lot to me. My hope is that SDF continues to triumph and advance further in developing assistive tools for the visually impaired.

Irfan Setiaputra

Former President Director of Garuda Indonesia

I personally have known Pak Eko and Dian since college days, and I do not doubt even a bit their commitment and dedication to making meaningful contributions to humanity and education. Of course, I am happy to support SDF in its organizational activities, to the best of my ability.

Nurhayati Subakat

Founder & Main Commissioner of PT Paragon Technology and Innovation

Congratulations Mbak Dian on 2 Decades of SDF Sharing. We are motivated to support various efforts made by SDF because its activities are very beneficial. Moreover, Mbak Dian truly inspires me personally to always be enthusiastic despite physical limitations.

Joseph Pangalila

CEO Tripatra Multi Energi

Saya selalu mendukung kegiatan SDF karena selama dua dasawarsa ini, SDF selalu menunjukkan pengabdian dan dedikasi luar biasa dalam memberikan harapan dan membantu meningkatkan kualitas hidup ODAPUS dan Low Vision melalui program “Care for Lupus” dan “Low Vision Center”. Semoga perjalanan yang telah dilalui menjadi cahaya harapan dan sumber inspirasi bagi banyak orang, dan semoga SDF terus tumbuh dan memberikan dampak positif yang lebih besar di masa mendatang. Terima kasih kepada Dian dan Eko atas semua kerja keras, dedikasi dan komitmen yang telah diberikan dalam misi yang luhur dan mulia ini.

Journey Milestone

Two Decades. Thousands of Steps. Never Alone.

Twenty years is not just an age, but holds thousands of stories we have accompanied. From someone's darkest days, to the moment they begin giving to others. Here are some of the footprints we have left along this journey

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Billion+

Flowing into Hope

For the medical expenses of underprivileged Odapus, scholarships for students on the verge of dropping out of school, and digital skills training for friends with low vision. 

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Continents

Crossing Borders

Dari Shanghai, Vancouver, hingga Geneva kami membawa pengalaman Odapus Indonesia ke kongres-kongres internasional. Karena kisah yang lahir di sini, layak didengar di mana saja.

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Awards

International Recognition

Sasakawa Health Prize WHO 2012 dan Lifetime Achievement Award 2010 bukan hanya untuk SDF, melainkan untuk setiap perjalanan yang pernah kami tempuh bersama mereka yang dirawat, didampingi, dan dikuatkan.

Happy Inspiration

Find tips, reflections, and inspiration from Syamsi Dhuha

Detox

Honestly, through yesterday's exercise I was reminded again to pause for a moment and smile...

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Mulai Langkah Bahagiamu

Setiap perjalanan punya titik mulai yang berbeda. Kalau kamu sudah mengenali di mana kamu berdiri hari ini, pilih langkah yang paling sesuai denganmu. Karena kamu berhak bahagia mulai hari ini.