Lis is a 42-year-old widow and mother to two boys who lives in the slums of Jakarta, Indonesia. Five years ago, she quit her job and started her own mobile coffee business on the back of a motorbike. Lis sells coffee, other beverages, and fried food to her local community.
In 2019, Lis received a small loan through Opportunity’s local partner in Indonesia to expand her business. She was able to purchase more products like coffee, tea, and hot chocolate to sell, increasing her daily income by 50%. “I enjoy running my business,” said Lis. “I feel I can fulfil my needs better.” She can send her children to school and invest in improving their home.
Opportunity International Australia provides funding to support the Education Finance program in Asia. Opportunity International Australia implements the Health and Women’s Safety programs in Asia, which are supported by the Australian Government through the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP). Opportunity International Australia is a majority shareholder of Dia Vikas. Opportunity International Inc. is a minority shareholder of Dia Vikas.
