Members Gathering of the Indonesian Philanthropy Association

Jakarta, 28 July 2022

Article 33 Indonesia is a member of the Indonesian Philanthropy Association. In order to strengthen relationships between members directly, Filantropi Indonesia held a Members Gathering which was attended by all members. With this activity, it is hoped that it can open up the potential for cooperation, collaboration and creation in the field of Philanthropy. Apart from holding a members gathering, Filantropi Indonesia also conducted socialization about the Philanthropy Code of Ethics (KEFI) at this direct meeting.

This Members Gathering was attended by all representatives of members of the Indonesian Philanthropy Association such as the Kehati Foundation, Wahana Visi Indonesia, Article 33 Indonesia and other members. This activity was opened with remarks by Mr. Franciscus Welirang as chairman of the Advisory Board and Mr. Arifin Purwakananta as Chairman of the Supervisory Board of the Indonesian Philanthropy Association. After that, discussions related to the achievements of Indonesian Philanthropy in 2021 and presentation of progress in 2022 by Mr. Rizal Algamar as Chairman of the Management Board.

Currently, the Indonesian Philanthropy Association is preparing a Philanthropy Code of Ethics. It is hoped that this Philanthropic Code of Ethics can serve as a guide for organizations in managing professional and ethical philanthropic activities, as well as developing the quality of philanthropic activities, so that they can increase public trust and protect the public from misuse of philanthropic practices.

Members of the Philanthropic Association currently come from various circles, not only individuals but also from non-profit organizations. Social generosity or philanthropy moves because of two main drives. First, compassion with a sincere intention to help others and protect the environment so that all God's creatures can live in peace and comfort on the only one Earth. Second, maintaining trust (amanah), as a form of appreciation for love given sincerely.

Philanthropic organizations must consider and pay attention to the impact of the materials used in philanthropic aid-raising campaigns, including elements of violence and sexual exploitation, for the dignification of rights for beneficiaries and their families and environmental preservation.