The Unconventional Home

The Unconventional Home

Beyond the Graveyard Gates: A Tale of Resilience, Hope and Solidarity

Published on March 12, 2024

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The Unconventional Home

In the heart of Jakarta's bustling capital city, tucked away from the glimmering skyscrapers and busy streets, lies an extraordinary community that few know about a slum nestled amidst the shadows of a Chinese graveyard. Here, where the living coexists with the memories of the departed, three young girls, Maria, Siti, and Rani, weave a remarkable story of optimism and resilience.