Flowing Hope: ParagonCorp Wardah and Komodo Water Deliver Clean Water to East Nusa Tenggara Residents Providing Safe Water to More Than 1,200 Community Members

ParagonCorp Wardah, in collaboration with Komodo Water, has launched the “Langkah Alirkan Harapan” (Flowing Hope) program under its Clean Water Initiative, aiming to provide sustainable access to clean water for communities in East Nusa Tenggara. The initiative targets two villages, Poco Dedeng in Lempe Hamlet and Wae Tulu in Manggarai Barat Regency, and was officially inaugurated on 28 November 2025. The program addresses a long-standing challenge in the region, where residents previously spent four to six hours daily navigating treacherous terrain just to collect water, a burden that disproportionately affected women and children, disrupted schooling, and increased health risks such as stunting.

To solve this, ParagonCorp Wardah and Komodo Water implemented a gravity-fed water supply system equipped with storage tanks, solar-powered pumps, and a piped network that is both energy-efficient and environmentally friendly. Multiple access points were installed in residential areas and public facilities, including schools, prayer rooms, churches, and health posts, providing reliable water to over 1,200 residents across the two villages. This infrastructure not only fulfills basic needs but also supports local economic activities; in Lempe, for example, improved water access facilitates the processing of candlenut production, enhancing quality and market value, while in Wae Tulu, it supports increased cashew nut output.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by key stakeholders including Retno Marsudi, UN Secretary-General Special Envoy on Water; Dr. Sari Chairunnisa, Deputy CEO of ParagonCorp Wardah; Shana Fatina, CEO of Komodo Water; representatives from the West Manggarai Regency Government; and village leaders and community members. Retno Marsudi highlighted the importance of cross-sector collaboration, emphasizing that water access is not only a matter of infrastructure but also a fundamental enabler for health, education, and sustainable development.

For ParagonCorp Wardah, the Flowing Hope program exemplifies its 40-year commitment to impactful initiatives that improve well-being while empowering communities. Dr. Sari Chairunnisa emphasized that providing clean water is the first step toward enhancing quality of life and that the company aims to continue supporting these communities through programs focused on education, agriculture, and local economic potential. Community dialogues held during the launch allowed residents to share how the initiative has transformed daily life, freeing up time previously spent collecting water for more productive activities and creating new opportunities for growth.

The Langkah Alirkan Harapan program reinforces ParagonCorp Wardah’s commitment to sustainable development, aligning with its focus on people and the planet, while embodying the spirit of Wardah Beauty Moves You. By bringing clean water closer to the residents of Lempe and Wae Tulu, the initiative not only meets immediate needs but also inspires a brighter, healthier, and more empowered future for the communities involved.