East Brother island lies in the passage between San Francisco Bay and the San Pablo Bay, just north of Point San Pablo. Less than an acre in size, East Brother is rich in history. Per U.S. Federal order, a lighthouse was opened on the island in 1874, which was manned for many decades by keepers living on the island. The … Read More
Health clinic on Flores Island, Benteng Dewa – 2008, 2010
Benteng Dewa, located on the southwest coast of Flores Island, was formally established in 2004 and has a population of 1,580 people in 300 households. The villagers are almost exclusively farmers, tending to rice, corn, sweet potatoes and coconut. The spirit of community volunteer work and traditional law is still strong in this village. Benteng Dewa is one of 27 … Read More