Our History

Founded by Geert van Praet from Belgium and officially registered in Indonesia in 2008 under the name Yayasan Cahaya Impian Masa Depan—which translates to “Dream of a Better Future”—our foundation embodies the very essence of our mission. From the beginning, Geert, together with Luh Ayu Susila Dewi and Suanda, focused on providing educational opportunities to children in Amed (East Bali) and Lovina (North Bali).

Recognizing that education goes beyond the classroom, we introduced community programs, offering classes in English, traditional Balinese dance, and other cultural activities, reaching more than 250 children. Understanding the importance of health in a child’s development, we also initiated monthly medical check-ups for over 300 children aged 0 to 3. This effort identified and provided support for 18 children suffering from malnutrition, ensuring they received the care they needed to thrive.

In 2009, our work expanded to include a reorientation and integration program for children and adults with disabilities. This marked a significant step forward, leading to the establishment of a fully equipped physical therapy center and a dedicated day care facility for children with special needs. Since then, we have remained committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child, regardless of their abilities, is given the support and opportunities to build a brighter future.

Despite our ongoing efforts, we continued to notice a growing need—many children, especially those with disabilities and special needs, still lacked access to proper education. In response, we began offering tutoring to a small group of students. However, as our organization grew rapidly, it became clear that tutoring alone was not enough. To create a more sustainable solution, we started building dedicated classrooms.

A significant milestone came in February 2021, when we received official recognition from the Indonesian Ministry of Education as a primary, junior high and senior high school for children with disabilities and special needs. This acknowledgment reinforced our mission and allowed us to expand our educational programs, ensuring that more children could access the learning environment they deserve.

In addition to our school, in 2022 we were entrusted with the care of the children at LKSA Anak Domba Bali after being asked for support. Today, 21 children reside there, and we are committed to providing them not only with a safe home but also with the education, care, and emotional support they need to build a brighter future. Now every year, more than 200 people graduate from our programs.