Ester Nenggokaka, a resident of Southwest Sumba, East Nusa Tenggara, exemplifies resilience and determination in the face of challenges. Leading a simple life, Ester prioritizes providing the best for her two children. Despite facing hardships, she sells vegetables in the morning and takes care of her family with unwavering dedication.
One of Ester’s children, Lorensius Aganta, who was underweight at only 7 kilograms, saw significant improvement in health after receiving meals from the Free Nutritious Meal (Makan Bergizi Gratis, MBG) program. Ester expressed her gratitude for the program, noting the positive impact it had on her child’s weight and overall well-being.
Through the regular distribution of MBG meals, Ester has observed a positive change in her son’s weight and eagerly awaits health check-ups at the local community clinic to monitor his progress. Every morning, she ensures her children receive a nutritious variety of food items including eggs, fish, meat, tofu, tempeh, and vegetables to maintain a balanced diet.
While appreciating the support from the MBG program, Ester remains hopeful for a better future. She looks forward to potential assistance from President Prabowo to improve their living standards. Despite facing challenges such as lack of access to electricity or land ownership, Ester finds comfort in providing nourishing meals for her child, fostering optimism for the days ahead.
