Alanis Morissette's Partnership With CHF International Enables Post-Tsunami Job Recovery in Indonesia

Alanis Morissette's Partnership With CHF International Enables Post-Tsunami Job Recovery in Indonesia

SILVER SPRING, Md., Aug. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- A generous contribution by singer and songwriter Alanis Morissette is enabling one of the communities most severely impacted by last December's earthquake and tsunamis to access the critical economic opportunities they need to reestablish productive lives.

Through a partnership with the international development and humanitarian relief organization CHF International, Alanis Morissette's $50,000 donation is empowering a local community-based organization in Indonesia's Aceh province, Udeb Saree Lhok Seudu, to undertake several important economic revitalization projects that will provide tsunami victims with the resources they need to thrive.

"We're delighted to be partnering with Alanis Morissette in our efforts to restore the economic situation of those affected by last year's tragic tsunamis," said John Chromy, CHF International's Vice President. "The support of high-profile individuals like Alanis Morissette is extremely helpful for sustaining public awareness about the long-term economic recovery efforts that will be needed for years to come."

A large proportion of people in Banda Aceh rely on the fishing industry for their livelihoods, but lost their boats and markets as a result of the tsunamis. Alanis Morissette's partnership with CHF will provide local community members in Aceh with the resources they need to get back on their feet, through projects that will construct and repair fishing boats, fish markets and docking facilities, and provide a variety of assistance to fish traders, small shop vendors and farmers. The project will also create numerous jobs, and will provide villagers with more food security throughout the reconstruction process.

"I was extremely moved by the plight of tsunami victims and I was inspired to try to make a difference," Alanis Morissette said about the project.

Regular updates on how the support for Udeb Saree Lhok Seudu can be found on Ms. Morissette's website, at http://www.alanis.com/aceh.html, or on CHF International's website, at www.chfinternational.org/section/worldwide_programs/programs/asia/indonesia/

Founded in 1952, CHF International serves as a catalyst for long-lasting positive change in low- and moderate-income communities around the world, helping families improve their economic circumstances, environment and infrastructure. The organization provides technical expertise and leadership in international development, including development finance, housing and entrepreneurship.

For more information, please contact Jennifer Hyman, CHF International Communications Manager, at jhyman@chfinternational.org, or (301) 587-4700

Source: CHF International

CONTACT: Jennifer Hyman, Communications Manager of CHF International,
+1-301-587-4700, jhyman@chfinternational.org

Web site: http://www.chfinternational.org/
http://www.alanis.com/aceh.html

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