The new Make-A-Wish® International Affiliate will grant the wishes of eligible children in Indonesia, providing a host of proven benefits
Jakarta (02 October 2024) – Make-A-Wish® Indonesia celebrated their launch today at the Indonesia Stock Exchange (Bursa Efek Indonesia) in Jakarta. The launch of the newest Affiliate of Make-A-Wish International means that children in the country who are facing critical illnesses can now experience the transformative power of a wish-come-true, offering them renewed hope and resilience during their most difficult and challenging moments.
The launch coincides with the release of new research on the impact of the Make-A-Wish journey on children around the world who have been granted a wish and their families. Make-A-Wish International engaged Research for Impact, a Singapore-based research company, to help define and analyze the effects of the wish experience. The research shows that the benefits of a wish included improved physical, emotional, and social well-being while inspiring hope and optimism. In fact, 98% of wish children and their parents or guardians surveyed agreed that a wish is important for every child with a critical illness.1
The addition of Make-A-Wish Indonesia expands the global Make-A-Wish network to nearly 50 countries and territories. Since its establishment, Make-A-Wish has granted life-changing wishes for more than 585,000 children globally. In Indonesia alone, it is estimated that 45,000 children are diagnosed with a critical illness and become eligible for a wish each year.2
“We are thrilled to welcome Make-A-Wish Indonesia to our global family" said Luciano Manzo, President & CEO of Make-A-Wish International, adding, "Each new Affiliate allows us to reach even more children who are in need of the transformative power of a wish. Indonesia’s launch is a testament to the incredible dedication of volunteers, donors, and partners who believe in the impact of a wish. Together, we can restore childhood to children facing critical illnesses, showing them that anything is possible".
Imelda Tanoyo, CEO of Make-A-Wish Indonesia added, “We are honored to launch Make-A-Wish Indonesia and bring the healing power of a wish to children facing critical illnesses. Our mission is to create moments of magic for children and give them the courage and optimism they need during their toughest battles. We believe that a single wish can change everything.”
Make-A-Wish Indonesia will work closely with doctors, nurses, social workers and families to identify eligible children between the ages of 3 and 17 who are living with critical illnesses. The organization will then tailor a wish experience to each child, offering them a unique wish experience. To begin with, Make-A-Wish Indonesia will partner with two leading hospitals in Jakarta, RS Kanker Dharmais and RS Harapan Kita, to identify and support eligible children facing critical illnesses. With the support of donors, sponsors, and volunteers across the country, they aim to make a lasting impact in the lives of children with critical illnesses and their families.
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1. Developing A Global Theory of Change for Make-A-Wish® International to Articulate, Evaluate and Improve the Impact of Wish Granting available at worldwish.org/theory-of-change/.
ABOUT MAKE-A-WISH INTERNATIONAL
Make-A-Wish creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Founded in 1980, Make-A-Wish is the world’s leading children’s wish-granting organization, having granted more than 585,000 wishes in 50 countries worldwide. Every 25 seconds, a child is diagnosed with a critical illness and becomes eligible for a wish. Together with generous donors, supporters, staff and more than 27,000 volunteers around the globe, Make-A-Wish brings the power of a wish-come-true to children and their families when they need it most. Wish experiences can restore the childhood stolen by a critical illness diagnosis and help improve emotional and physical health. For more information about Make-A-Wish International, visit worldwish.org
Make-A-Wish creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Founded in 1980, Make-A-Wish is the world’s leading children’s wish-granting organization, having granted more than 585,000 wishes in 50 countries worldwide. Every 25 seconds, a child is diagnosed with a critical illness and becomes eligible for a wish. Together with generous donors, supporters, staff and more than 27,000 volunteers around the globe, Make-A-Wish brings the power of a wish-come-true to children and their families when they need it most. Wish experiences can restore the childhood stolen by a critical illness diagnosis and help improve emotional and physical health. For more information about Make-A-Wish International, visit worldwish.org
ABOUT MAKE-A-WISH INDONESIA
Make-A-Wish Indonesia is part of the world’s largest wish-granting organization, dedicated to creating life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Officially launched as an Affiliate of Make-A-Wish International, the organization brings hope, strength, and joy to children across Indonesia. By working closely with hospitals, medical professionals, and the community, Make-A-Wish Indonesia grants wishes that empower children to fight their illnesses, providing a source of hope during challenging times. With a mission to reach every eligible child, Make-A-Wish Indonesia aims to transform lives, one wish at a time.
Make-A-Wish Indonesia is part of the world’s largest wish-granting organization, dedicated to creating life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Officially launched as an Affiliate of Make-A-Wish International, the organization brings hope, strength, and joy to children across Indonesia. By working closely with hospitals, medical professionals, and the community, Make-A-Wish Indonesia grants wishes that empower children to fight their illnesses, providing a source of hope during challenging times. With a mission to reach every eligible child, Make-A-Wish Indonesia aims to transform lives, one wish at a time.
RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS
Developing A Global Theory of Change for Make-A-Wish® International to Articulate, Evaluate and Improve the Impact of Wish Granting available at worldwish.org/theory-of-change/.
Developing A Global Theory of Change for Make-A-Wish® International to Articulate, Evaluate and Improve the Impact of Wish Granting available at worldwish.org/theory-of-change/.
98% of wish children and parents / guardians deemed having a wish experience important for every child with a critical illness.
92% of wish children said the wish experience improved their well-being with 90% saying it helped them look forward and broaden their horizons.
97% of both parents and children said it brought them joy and happiness.93% of wish parents said the wish experience provided family bonding.
90% of parents said the wish provided respite and distraction for their child.
