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The Indonesian diaspora in the United Kingdom is hosting a humanitarian charity concert titled “Songs for Sumatra” in Greenwich, London, on Monday 2 February 2026 to support children affected by devastating floods in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra.
The event brings together a number of Indonesian artists, including performers with experience on the West End stage, and is supported by Indonesia’s Ministry of Culture, the Indonesian Embassy in London, and principal sponsors Bank Mandiri and Bank BRI.
Among those taking part are Desmonda Cathabel, El Haq Latief, Jaz Triadi, Ledi, Mychelle, Widyadari, Gabriela Fernandez, and the Swara Nusantara Choir, alongside an Indonesian Dance Group performing the Acehnese Ratoh Jaroe dance.
The concert’s initiator, Shafa Sabila Fadli, says the idea grows out of her wish to ease the burden on communities — particularly children — in the three provinces affected by severe flooding in November.
Working with fellow artists and an organising committee that includes Nadya Mere, Johan Wahono, and Adit Marciano, she helps turn the concept into a full-scale fundraising event.
Shafa confirms that proceeds are directed towards rebuilding and renovating damaged schools so that children can return to education as quickly and safely as possible, with programmes delivered through Human Aid Initiative UK in partnership with Human Initiative Indonesia.
Indonesia’s Minister of Culture, Fadli Zon, welcomes the initiative, praising young Indonesian artists in the UK for expressing solidarity through music and culture. He describes art as a universal language capable of uniting people across borders and hopes “Songs for Sumatra” inspires other young Indonesians abroad to contribute to their country through cultural and creative projects.
Indonesia’s Ambassador to the UK, Desra Percaya, similarly commends the organisers, saying their work demonstrates both their attachment to Indonesia and their ability to make a positive impact internationally.
Human Aid Initiative UK’s Director, Mohamad Susilo, thanks the organisers for entrusting the charity with the funds, adding that the money is used to repair and rebuild school facilities in affected areas.
More than 110,000 people remain affected by the November floods and landslides across Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra, which continue to have damaged homes, public infrastructure, and thousands of schools — underscoring the ongoing need for support that “Songs for Sumatra” seeks to address.