In 2018, a powerful earthquake and soil liquefaction devastated Central Sulawesi, in Indonesia, destroying the home and farmland of Arif and his family. Their village was later declared a red zone, uninhabitable, forcing them to relocate to the Sigi Regency.

Although the family received a small house and plot of land, water scarcity made farming impossible. Determined to rebuild, Arif turned to livestock rearing, starting with just four goats. But frequent illness, animal losses, and unpredictable weather made it difficult to earn a stable income.

In 2022, Arif joined ADRA Indonesia’s Sukakeswan training program, which equips community members with basic veterinary and livestock health skills. Through the training, he learned improved sanitation, biosecurity, feed management, and animal health practices. His results quickly improved. In 2023, ADRA supported Arif with two additional goats through a livestock revolving fund. After his herd grew, Arif passed on two young goats to another participant, helping extend the support to more families.

Today, Arif owns 17 goats and has already sold seven thanks to donor support, earning approximately USD 700. The income has helped cover daily needs, pay for his child’s school enrollment, and reinvest in small-scale farming.

Beyond his own family, Arif is now helping others recover. He co-founded Konco Ramban (“Grazing Companions”), a goat-farming group that promotes peer learning, proper animal care, and mutual support among relocated families. He also facilitates livestock field schools and community animal health activities with ADRA.

“I’m deeply grateful to ADRA,” Arif says. “They helped me build the skills and confidence to support my family again.”