Sofitel Bali and Bali Life Foundation open new school in Southwest Sumba
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Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort, in collaboration with Bali Life Foundation, officially opened a new school in Southwest Sumba on July 15, 2026. Located within the Tambolaka community, the school aims to provide a safe learning environment for children. The opening ceremony was attended by the Regent of Southwest Sumba, Ratu Ngadu Bonu Wulla, representatives from Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort including General Manager Jean-Pierre Joncas, Director of People & Culture Nia Edward, and Senior Director of Marketing Communications & PR Aulianty Fellina, as well as the Bali Life Foundation team, local leaders, teachers, students, and residents. The school's funding came from Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort's inaugural charity gala, "An Evening of Elegance & Empathy," held on November 14, 2025, which raised IDR 500,000,000. Building on this success, Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort will host its second annual charity gala, "An Evening of Purpose & Possibility," on December 11, 2026, again in partnership with Bali Life Foundation, to create further opportunities for children and families across Indonesia.
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