Aceh is facing one of the gravest disasters in recent memory. Floodwaters have swept through homes, destroyed livelihoods, and left thousands of families struggling to survive. Today, the people of Aceh do not ask for luxuries or grand gestures. They ask for what every human being deserves: food to eat, shelter to sleep, and safety to live another day.
The reality on the ground is harsh. Families are hungry. Children go to bed without proper meals, and many sleep in makeshift shelters that offer little protection from the cold and rain. Health risks multiply, and the most vulnerable—women, children, and the elderly—bear the heaviest burden. This is not just a natural disaster; it is a humanitarian crisis demanding immediate attention.
We call on the world to come to Aceh—not just to witness, but to act. Humanitarian aid, food supplies, clean water, and emergency shelter must reach those in need without delay. But beyond immediate relief, long-term support is essential: rebuilding homes, restoring livelihoods, and ensuring that families can regain dignity and stability.
Aceh has endured much, yet its people remain resilient. Their courage and solidarity are remarkable. But resilience alone cannot substitute for urgent assistance. Today, their survival depends on the response of those who have the means to help.
World, Aceh’s people need your attention, compassion, and action. Every delay prolongs suffering. Every gesture of aid brings hope. Let the nations, organizations, and global citizens answer this call—not tomorrow, but today—because the people of Aceh are hungry, exhausted, and in need of a life they deserve.
Penulis AZHARI
