In the quiet hills of Azerbaijan’s winter pasturelands lives Sayila, an elderly widow with a life shaped by hardship and resilience. Though she may seem gruff at first, her actions speak of quiet generosity—offering apples and nuts to guests even when her own table is sparse. She is a keeper of tradition and living memory of a way of life slowly fading.

Healthy Lifestyle Coaching (HLC) in Indonesia recently celebrated a profound milestone in its mission to empower people to lead healthier lives. Their client, J., a man who is blind, initially faced significant lifestyle challenges, including excessive weight, poor dietary habits, a lack of exercise, poor sleep, and high stress levels. Over three months, J. transformed his life by working closely with HLC’s health coaches and his supportive wife, using a holistic approach based on four essential pillars: Nutrition, Exercise, Sleep, and Stress Management.

The local cocoa industry in Indonesia, once vibrant and flourishing, had been struggling. Farmers faced numerous challenges, from declining yields to fluctuating prices, which made cocoa farming less attractive. Recognizing this, Sulamina Chocolate aimed to support local farmers and create a market for high-quality cocoa, thereby helping to rejuvenate the industry. Thus, in 2017, Sulamina Chocolate was born with a mission to produce world-class chocolate while fostering sustainable economic growth in its community.