KUCHING (Jan 28): The Sarawak CSO-SDG Alliance and its partners recently provided food aid to 89 flood victims at Rumah Panjai Ason Tembawai Kapok, Ulu Awik in Saratok.

In a press statement, the alliance—a coalition of civil society organisations committed to sustainable development—said it had mobilised resources alongside Hope Place Kuching, Rise Against Hunger Malaysia, Malaysian Red Crescent Stampin Chapter, Pertubuhan Pembangunan Insan Sarawak and Delphi Marketing Sdn Bhd.

It explained that this collaborative initiative highlights the alliance’s ongoing commitment to supporting vulnerable communities through localised partnerships and sustainable solutions, which aims to address key issues aligned with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 1 (No Poverty), SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).

“The community continues to face mounting challenges, including the loss of their original longhouse in a fire and recent floods, which devastated homes and essential belongings.

“While immediate food relief has been provided, an urgent appeal is now being made for donations to support 36 schoolchildren from the affected community. These children require school uniforms and study essentials to resume their education without further disruption,” it said.

As such, the Sarawak CSO-SDG Alliance urges members of the public, organisations and kind-hearted individuals to contribute to this cause.

Donations in cash or kind are welcome, including school uniforms, stationery and other educational supplies.

For more information, contact Tuai Rumah Ason Sandom on 019-08785329, Henry Gringu Resik (019-8275419) and Nanang Entalaw (014-7872180).