Five years after the tsunami : continuing the commitment to reconstruction

52276 Five Years after the Tsunami: Continuing the Commitment to Reconstruction MDF Progress Report December 2009  MDF Office Jakarta Indonesia Stock Exchange Building Tower I/9th Floor Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 52-53 Jakarta 12910 Indonesia Tel: (+6221)5229-3000 Fax: (+6221)5229-3111 www.multidonorfund.org Printed in 2009 This publication is the product of the Multi Donor Fund for Aceh and Nias 1st Winner photo by Rajyasri Gayatri Acknowledgements This report was prepared by the Secretariat of the Multi Donor Fund with contributions from the Partner Agencies (UNDP, WFP, ILO and the World Bank) as well as the project teams. The Multi Donor Fund Secretariat is led by the MDF Manager Shamima Khan, with team members: Sarosh Khan, Safriza 2nd Winner photo by Muhammad Haikal Sofyan, Anita Kendrick, Shaun Parker, Lina Lo, Lanny Oktavia, Akil Abduljalil, Nia Sarinastiti and Geumala Yatim. The team is supported by Rachmawati Swandari, Inge Susilo, Friesca Erwan and Olga Lambey. Contributing Writer: Christiani Tumelap Editorial Support: Kate Redmond Design & Layout: BYBWN 3rd Winner photo by Chaideer Mahyuddin Printer: PT. Mardi Mulyo (above) Winners of the 2009 Multi Donor Fund Photo Competition (this spread/cover) A new jetty at Gunung Sitoli was constructed under the Infrastructure Reconstruction Financing Facility Project. Photo: MDF Secretariat Five Years after the Tsunami: Continuing the Commitment to Reconstruction MDF Progress Report December 2009 MDF Progress Report December 2009 | Messages Message from the co-chairs of the MDF "Notable results have been achieved This proud home owner and her children pose outside their new home funded through the REKOMPAK program. In Aceh and Nias, a total of in rebuilding physical assets at the 10,514 houses have been constructed and 6,999 rehabilitated, with community level." a further 1,599 new houses under construction as of September 30, 2009. Photo: REKOMPAK Project Team 2  Five Years after the Tsunami: Continuing the Commitment to Reconstruction | Messages December 26, 2009 marks the fifth anniversary of the and Nias remains relevant as the MDF moves well into the earthquake and tsunami that caused unprecedented and second half of its mandate, which ends in December 2012. widespread devastation in Aceh and Nias. A subsequent The last of the remaining funds are now being allocated to earthquake in March 2005 caused severe damage in Nias and projects within the MDF portfolio. parts of Aceh. The Multi Donor Fund for Aceh and Nias (MDF) was formed in response to the efforts of the Government of The closure of BRR in April this year was a significant milestone Indonesia to mobilize and coordinate donor support for the in the overall reconstruction of Aceh and Nias. Following this reconstruction and rehabilitation of the affected areas. The momentous occasion, and with the appointment of the new results achieved by the Government of Indonesia over the cabinet after the presidential elections, new government past five years since the disasters are remarkable and the representatives were welcomed as Co-Chairs to the Steering MDF is proud to be part of that success. Committee of the MDF. The Steering Committee also welcomed new donor representatives. The MDF continues to play an important role in the reconstruction process. The Co-Chairs are pleased to note Going forward, we would like to reiterate our continued that the portfolio is progressing well and that impact of commitment to Indonesia by "building back better" for the the work done to date is now evident throughout Aceh and future of the people of Aceh and Nias and establishing MDF Nias. The MDF remains committed to working closely with supported reconstruction as a platform for continued growth the Government of Indonesia in ensuring that the MDF's and development. contribution to the reconstruction and rehabilitation of Aceh Armida S. Alisjahbana Irwandi Yusuf Joachim von Amsberg Julian Wilson State Minister Governor of Aceh Country Director Head of Delegation National Development Planning World Bank European Commission 3 MDF Progress Report December 2009 | Contents Contents "The Capacity Building for Local Resource-based The people of Mesjid Dijiem in the Indra Jaya sub-district of Pidie, Aceh, worked hard to improve the road connecting their village to Rural Roads Project has required contractors to the provincial road. The women pictured here are involved in clearing buy materials locally and to hire local villagers, shrubs and dirt from the roadsides, laying crushed stones, and including women." spreading sand. Photo: Christiani Tumelap 4  Five Years after the Tsunami: Continuing the Commitment to Reconstruction | Contents Message from the co-chairs of the MDF ..................................................................................................................... 2 Contents ................................................................................................................................................................ 4 Executive Summary................................................................................................................................................. 6 MDF Operations in the Changing Reconstruction Context .................................................................................................7 Status of the Portfolio ..................................................................................................................................................... 9 Looking Ahead ...............................................................................................................................................................10 Chapter 1 | MDF Operations Five Years after the Tsunami:Seeing Results and Facing Challenges ....................................12 MDF Operations in the Changing Reconstruction Context ............................................................................................... 13 Providing Effective Coordination, Communications and Outreach ..................................................................................15 Chapter 2 | Portfolio Progress and Performance.........................................................................................................18 Recovery of Communities ...............................................................................................................................................21 Recovery of Larger Infrastructure and Transport .............................................................................................................23 Strengthening Governance and Capacity Building .......................................................................................................... 27 Sustaining the Environment ...........................................................................................................................................28 Enhancing the Recovery Process ....................................................................................................................................30 Economic Development and Livelihoods ........................................................................................................................ 31 Chapter 3 | Finances................................................................................................................................................ 34 Pledges ..........................................................................................................................................................................35 Cash Available ................................................................................................................................................................35 Funding Allocation and Commitments ............................................................................................................................35 Disbursement ................................................................................................................................................................35 Outlook .........................................................................................................................................................................36 Chapter 4 | Looking Ahead: The Changing Operational Context ..................................................................................38 The Changing Portfolio ...................................................................................................................................................39 Supporting the Overall Reconstruction Process ..............................................................................................................39 Beyond Building Back Better ..........................................................................................................................................42 Quality at All Levels of the Portfolio................................................................................................................................43 Annexes | Project Portfolio ......................................................................................................................................44 List of Acronyms and Abbreviations ........................................................................................................................ 68 5 MDF Progress Report December 2009 | Executive Summary Executive Summary "Projects focused on community recovery were This village office in Amandraya, Nias Selatan, is being built by the Nias Kecamatan-based Reconstruction and Recovery Planning (KRRP) the first to get underway in the MDF program." Project, which provides housing and assists communities to reconstruct vital community infrastructure. Photo: KRRP Project Team 6  Five Years after the Tsunami: Continuing the Commitment to Reconstruction | Executive Summary December 26, 2009 marks five years since the earthquake MDF Operations in the Changing and tsunami that caused unprecedented devastation Reconstruction Context and loss of life across Aceh and Nias. The Multi Donor Fund for Aceh and Nias (MDF) was formed in response to BRR's achievements were celebrated as their mandate the Government of Indonesia's (GOI) efforts to coordinate came to an end in April 2009. The achievements of the and mobilize donor support for the reconstruction and reconstruction were also showcased at the final Coordination rehabilitation of the affected areas. The MDF pools Forum for Aceh and Nias (CFAN4) which was held in February approximately US $ 685 million in grant resources provided 2009. The MDF paid tribute to BRR at the final MDF Steering by 15 donors to support implementation of the government's Committee meeting with BRR as co-chair, which was held in rehabilitation and reconstruction program. April. The overall goal of the MDF is to contribute efficiently With BAPPENAS at the helm, the MDF has provided and effectively to the reconstruction of a "better" Aceh support to new partners, including the governments and Nias following the earthquakes and tsunami. MDF of Aceh and Nias, during the transition following the projects not only reconstruct infrastructure and rehabilitate closure of BRR. As the reconstruction and rehabilitation the economy in accordance with GOI's Master Plan, but phase has come to an end with BRR's exit, approval, funding also address concerns such as reducing poverty, improving and implementation procedures have reverted to regular livelihoods, increasing gender equity and the sustainable government processes, with BAPPENAS now playing a management of the environment. key role. The Coordinating Body for the Sustainability of Reconstruction in Aceh and Nias (BKRAN at National level; Five years after the tsunami and earthquake, the overall BKRA at Aceh Provincial level and BKRN covering Nias at recovery and reconstruction of Aceh and Nias can claim the North Sumatra Provincial level) was set up to support remarkable achievements. The MDF contributed 10% continuing implementation of the reconstruction efforts of the overall reconstruction funds, and its contributions until December 31, 2009. With BAPPENAS in the lead, the have supported the Government of Indonesia's efforts and MDF works closely with these and other new government provided a forum for dialogue with central, provincial and partners at all levels to facilitate the timely and smooth local governments, and other major stakeholders on the implementation of the portfolio. broader sectoral strategy on reconstruction. The Agency for the Rehabilitation and Reconstruction of NAD-Nias Coordinating with key stakeholders in the reconstruction (BRR), the GOI's agency set up to coordinate the recovery and rehabilitation process ensures that the MDF offers and reconstruction in Aceh and Nias, closed as scheduled in a relevant response to the needs of the people of Aceh April 2009 as its mandate came to an end. BAPPENAS, the and Nias. Through a consultative process involving various national planning agency, has been tasked to coordinate the stakeholders, the MDF is supporting government priorities remaining reconstruction efforts with provincial government and filling gaps in the overall reconstruction. The MDF is also and all relevant line ministries. The MDF continues to add playing an important coordination role in bringing together value after the closure of BRR by working closely with key players from various levels of government, donors, and BAPPENAS and the Governments of Aceh and North civil society in this process. The MDF continues to use a multi- Sumatra to identify and respond to remaining needs in the faceted outreach approach aimed at increasing the public reconstruction process. This evolving role for the MDF will and beneficiaries' awareness and understanding of MDF- continue until it closes in December 2012. funded activities. Donors are kept abreast of developments 7 MDF Progress Report December 2009 | Executive Summary at project and portfolio levels through various Donor Update meetings, Technical Review Group meetings and Steering The MDF is fulfilling its mandate Committee meetings. and remains committed to the The MDF is fulfilling its mandate and remains committed reconstruction process. to the reconstruction process. The MDF continues to work closely with the Government of Indonesia to support the transition processes as a result of the closure of BRR and the handing over of completed assets to various government entities. BAPPENAS now has taken over the leading role in identifying and endorsing new projects and additional funding of existing projects. The MDF continues to forge strong ties with the new partners at all levels of government to continue the reconstruction and rehabilitation effort and promote sustainability of the investments made. The last of the remaining funds are now being allocated to projects within the MDF portfolio. Only 7% of the funds remain unallocated, or approximately US $ 47 million. New allocations with a focus on economic development, some remaining strategic infrastructure needs and strengthening local capacities, all aimed at promoting sustainability and continued development of the affected areas, are starting up or are expected to be endorsed soon. It is now a critical priority for the remaining funds to be allocated quickly to allow adequate time for projects to be completed before the MDF's December 2012 closing date. The MDF remains committed to channeling funds for projects through the government budget, where possible. The MDF's recently-completed Mid Term Review (MTR) found that the MDF is highly relevant and performing well. The MTR was commissioned to assess the performance of the MDF at the project, portfolio and operational levels. The review concluded that the MDF is on track in achieving results, has been a successful mechanism for post-disaster funding and coordination, and is relevant and responsive to Government priorities. No major changes were recommended, only minor ways of improving operations, including a recommendation that the Secretariat should Approximately 290 kilometers of district and provincial roads have been provided through large infrastructure investments. Photo: MDF Secretariat 8  Five Years after the Tsunami: Continuing the Commitment to Reconstruction | Executive Summary support opportunities to contribute lessons learned to future land titling program, RALAS, which had experienced post-disaster trust funds. The MDF has already begun to implementation problems during its lifetime, closed on June follow up on many of the MTR recommendations, and will 30, 2009. Since September 30, 2009, an additional project develop an action plan for following up on the remaining was allocated funding, the ILO's Rural Access and Capacity recommendations through a consultative process. Building Project in Nias. One more project, also focused on Nias, is under preparation. Some projects with closing dates scheduled in 2010 are expected to request additional Status of the Portfolio financing or extensions to closing dates in the coming months. These extensions and additional funds would be As of September 30, 2009, the MDF has a total of US $ used for completing or scaling up activities, with a focus on 685 million in pledges, of which US $ 511 million has been improving the project's exit strategy and sustainability. received from the donors. The MDF has allocated US $601 million to 21 projects as of September 30, 2009. Approximately Community recovery projects have proved particularly 73% of funds allocated to projects are on-budget and successful in their approach as well as meeting their therefore channeled through the Government of Indonesia's objectives. Notable results have been achieved in rebuilding national budget. The remaining funds are implemented by physical assets at the community level. Housing targets have the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the been reached in Aceh and good progress is being made in World Food Programme (WFP), the International Labour Nias, with a total of 19,112 houses completed, rehabilitated, Organization (ILO), and non-governmental organizations. or under construction as of September 30, 2009. Community Approximately 66% of allocated funds have been disbursed Recovery projects have assisted communities to reconstruct (US $ 399 million) to projects. Disbursements during the past vital community infrastructure, including 1,473 kilometers of year were higher than in previous years as the majority of village roads, 936 bridges, and 1,473 kilometers of irrigation projects have moved into full implementation. and drainage channels. Utilization rates for infrastructure and occupancy rates for housing are high, and surveys The MDF has a total of US $ 47 million1 remaining in indicate that beneficiaries are highly satisfied with what unallocated funds. Taking into account the time required these projects have delivered. In addition, community for project preparation and implementation, it is imperative empowerment is an important outcome of the MDF's that these remaining funds be allocated quickly. It is expected community recovery projects that will have lasting impact. that the remaining funds will be used for additional financing for existing projects in order to reduce the time needed for Other areas of the portfolio have also shown significant project preparation. progress in achieving targets during the past year as the majority of the projects are now in the full implementation The MDF has 22 projects with one in the preparation stage. The large infrastructure investments currently being stage. Many of the MDF projects that were initiated at the implemented are drawing to a close, with 41 of 53 sub- start of the program are drawing to a close. As of September projects now completed. These investments have provided 30, 2009, three projects have closed, and another 14 projects the people of Aceh with about 290 kilometers of provincial are currently scheduled to close in the next year. The MDF's and district roads, 9 municipal water systems, and have rehabilitated three vital ports. Results in the environment sector are positive, and work in the economic development 1 This estimate may vary due to fluctuations in exchange rates and interest rates. sector, which represents a later phase of MDF funding, is now 9 MDF Progress Report December 2009 | Executive Summary moving towards implementation. The overall reconstruction Community Recovery projects have process is receiving continued support from the MDF through technical assistance, governance and capacity proved particularly successful in their building programs. approach as well as meeting their New institutional arrangements for the MDF as a result of targets. BRR's closure have resulted in delays in progress across the portfolio. Return to regular government mechanisms for channeling funds has resulted in some cases in stalled implementation, pending budget approval. There is concern that if these delays continue projects may not be able to complete implementation. This is one of the biggest challenges currently facing the MDF. Looking Ahead Five years after the tsunami and earthquake, the overall recovery and reconstruction of Aceh and Nias can claim remarkable achievements. The MDF reflects good practice as a post-crisis funding mechanism, harmonizing donor efforts and increasing the effectiveness and efficiency of the reconstruction effort. Benefits from completed MDF investments are now being felt by beneficiaries. With the reconstruction effort drawing to a close, the need for improving economic opportunities for the people of Aceh and Nias has become an urgent concern of local governments. New MDF projects such as the Aceh Economic Development Financing Facility and the Nias Livelihoods and Economic Development Project (still in preparation stage), both expected to start activities in 2010, are intended to boost the sustainable economic development of Aceh and Nias. Facilitating smooth implementation of projects will continue to be a major concern to the MDF. The BKRAN, BKRA and BKRN, the temporary agencies set up to assist with the transition from BRR, will be ending their mandate at the end of December 2009. BAPPENAS now plays a 10  Five Years after the Tsunami: Continuing the Commitment to Reconstruction | Executive Summary A mother and her children smile in front of their new house provided through the Kecamatan-based Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Planning Project in Nias. Photo: MDF Secretariat key role in coordination with the relevant line ministries, Ministry of Finance and provincial government in overseeing reconstruction implementation and programming of the remaining MDF funds. The MDF will support BAPPENAS in this role as implementation of MDF projects transitions to regular government mechanisms. BAPPENAS coordinates with the Ministry of Finance to ensure the timely release of the budget notes (DIPAs) so that funds can be disbursed and projects will be able to implement activities on schedule. However, disbursement of funds through the government budget is expected to remain an on-going challenge for the MDF and its stakeholders. As the MDF portfolio matures and projects reach completion, valuable lessons learned are emerging. The MDF is uniquely placed to identify strategic lessons from the post-tsunami and earthquake experience in Aceh and Nias. These can contribute to more efficient and effective recovery and reconstruction in future post-disaster responses in Indonesia and around the world. The Nias Kecamatan-based Rehabiliation and Reconstruction Planning Project (KRRP) reconstructs schools in communities across the island of Nias that were damaged in the March 2005 earthquake. Photo: MDF Secretariat 11 MDF Progress Report December 2009 | Chapter I: Seeing Results and Facing Challenges Chapter 1 | MDF Operations Five Years after the Tsunami: Seeing Results and Facing Challenges "Participating in high profile events further draws More than 1,500 people visited the MDF display at CFAN4. About 1,000 of those took part in the "How much do you know about the MDF?" attention to the work that the MDF is doing." quiz. Photo: MDF Secretariat 12  Five Years after the Tsunami: Continuing the Commitment to Reconstruction | Chapter I: Seeing Results and Facing Challenges The Multi Donor Fund for Aceh and Nias pools about Five years after the tsunami and earthquake, the overall US $ 685 million in grant resources provided by 15 recovery and reconstruction of Aceh and Nias can claim donors to support implementation of the government's remarkable achievements. In line with the Paris Declaration rehabilitation and reconstruction program after the on Aid Effectiveness2 and the OECD-DAC Principles for Good December 2004 earthquake and tsunami and subsequent International Engagement in Fragile States and Situations3, March 2005 earthquake. At the request of the Government the MDF is evidence of good practice as a post-crisis funding of Indonesia (GOI), the World Bank serves as the trustee to mechanism, harmonizing donor efforts and increasing the administer the MDF which is in turn governed by a Steering effectiveness and efficiency of the reconstruction effort. Committee comprised of donors, GOI, and civil society representatives, with the United Nations and international nongovernmental organizations participating as observers. MDF Operations in the Changing The 15 donors contributing to the MDF are: the European Reconstruction Context Commission, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Canada, the World Bank, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Germany, The Multi Donor Fund for Aceh and Nias aims to efficiently Belgium, Finland, the Asian Development Bank, the United and effectively support the Government of Indonesia's States of America, New Zealand and Ireland. Master Plan for the reconstruction efforts. The Agency for the Reconstruction and Rehabilitation of NAD-Nias (BRR) The overall goal of the MDF is to contribute efficiently and supported the MDF to coordinate the reconstruction until effectively to the reconstruction of a "better" Aceh and BRR closed in April 2009. Now with BAPPENAS as the lead Nias following the earthquakes and tsunami. Therefore the coordinating agency at the central level, the MDF continues projects not only reconstruct infrastructure and rehabilitate to work closely with the provincial governments of Aceh and the economy in accordance with GOI's Master Plan, but also North Sumatra (Nias) in the reconstruction process. address social concerns such as reducing poverty, improving livelihoods, and increasing gender equity. BRR's achievements were celebrated as their mandate came to an end in April 2009. BRR prepared a report marking the MDF's successes and noting areas it could improve its effectiveness in the reconstruction process. The achievements of the reconstruction were also showcased at the final Coordination Forum for Aceh and Nias (CFAN4) which was held in February 2009. The MDF paid tribute to BRR at the final MDF Steering Committee meeting with 2 The Paris Declaration on Aid Effectiveness of 2005 commits all signatories to achieving aid effectiveness through the principles of (i) national ownership; (ii) alignment; (iii) harmonization; (iv) managing for results; and (v) mutual accountability. Indonesia has endorsed the Paris Declaration together with 117 other partner countries and international organizations, who have committed to follow these principles. 3 The OECD Development Assistance Committee (DAC) endorsed a set of Principles for Good International Engagement in Fragile States and Situations in 2007 that aim to complement and inform the commitments set out in the 2005 Paris Declaration on Aid Effectiveness which also notes the need to adapt and apply aid effectiveness principles to differing country situations, particularly fragile states. The MDF booth at CFAN4 displayed information of the MDF projects in Aceh and Nias. A deck above the display was used to receive dignitaries, donors and other stakeholders of the MDF. Photo: MDF Secretariat 13 MDF Progress Report December 2009 | Chapter I: Seeing Results and Facing Challenges BRR as co-chair, which was held in April. At the meeting, help these institutions to take on their new roles. The MDF the BRR presented an overview of the reconstruction works closely with these entities to facilitate the timely and process and achievements, and noted the pivotal role that smooth implementation of the portfolio. the MDF played as partner to BRR. The BRR also published a book series, funded by the MDF, which comprehensively The MDF partners with BAPPENAS to ensure documents the overall reconstruction efforts in Aceh and implementation of quality projects aligned with the Nias. reconstruction goals for Aceh and Nias. The MDF is in the final stages of project selection and funding commitment; The closure of BRR posed a number of institutional and approximately 7% of the total funds remain uncommitted. operational challenges for the MDF, and these have been The process for allocating remaining funds is now being addressed. The overall coordination of the recovery process driven by BAPPENAS in line with its coordination role, in has been passed on from BRR to BAPPENAS, including the close consultation with the Governments of Aceh and North role as co-chair of the MDF's Steering Committee. Within Sumatra. The MDF project review and approval process the MDF, BAPPENAS now plays the critical role of endorsing continues as BAPPENAS provides endorsements for new proposals for the allocation of remaining funds. Revised projects to the MDF Secretariat for Steering Committee operational procedures reflecting these new arrangements approval. Requests for additional funds for existing projects and lessons learned have been endorsed by the Steering are now being received so it is expected that the majority of Committee. remaining funds would be allocated in the near future. The MDF remains committed to channeling funds for projects Eleven projects in the MDF portfolio were affected by the through the government budget, where possible. Donors transition process from BRR to other GOI entities and all are kept abreast of developments at project and portfolio legal agreements have been changed to reflect the new levels through various Technical Review Group meetings and partnership arrangements. Measures were successfully put Steering Committee meetings. in place to ensure the transfer of implementation roles from BRR to line ministries. Four MDF infrastructure projects were MDF operations are guided by the Multi Donor Fund's co-financed by BRR. Recovery Assistance Policy (RAP). The RAP defines both the priority sectors as well as the approach for funding for The MDF has provided support to new partners, including the MDF. It also outlines a range of quality issues and cross- the governments of Aceh and Nias, during the transition cutting themes that should be considered in MDF projects, following the closure of BRR. As the reconstruction and such as environmental sustainability, gender equity, and rehabilitation phase has come to an end with BRR's exit, poverty alleviation. Other cross-cutting issues include funding and implementation procedures have reverted conflict sensitivity and ensuring a geographic balance in to regular government processes. The Coordinating Body delivering reconstruction assistance. for the Sustainability of Reconstruction in Aceh and Nias (BKRAN at National level; BKRA at Aceh Provincial level The Mid Term Review (MTR) of the MDF found that the and BKRN covering Nias at the North Sumatra Provincial MDF is highly relevant and performing well. The MTR level) was set up through Presidential Decree 3/2009 to was commissioned to assess the performance of the MDF support continuing implementation of the reconstruction at the project, portfolio and operational level. A Social efforts until December 31, 2009. The MDF provides Sustainability Review and an Environmental Sustainability targeted support, prioritizing resources and capacities to Review were undertaken separately; these reviews 14  Five Years after the Tsunami: Continuing the Commitment to Reconstruction | Chapter I: Seeing Results and Facing Challenges provided input into the overall MTR. The review teams' Providing Effective Coordination, findings and recommendations were presented to the Communications and Outreach Steering Committee on November 16, 2009. The review concluded that the MDF as a mechanism for post-disaster Coordinating with key stakeholders in the reconstruction reconstruction is a success, with many opportunities to and rehabilitation process ensures that the MDF offers contribute lessons learned to future post-disaster trust a relevant response to the needs of the people of Aceh funds. The MDF has already begun to follow up on many of and Nias. Through a consultative process involving various the MTR recommendations, and will develop an action plan stakeholders, the MDF supports government priorities and for following up on the remaining recommendations through fills gaps in the overall reconstruction. The MDF plays an a consultative process. important coordination role in bringing together key players from various levels of government, donors, and civil society in this process. This coordination role for the MDF has increased with the closure of BRR. Consultants and project teams inspect the quality of works at the Lhokseumawe drainage project during a supervision mission. Photo: MDF Secretariat 15 MDF Progress Report December 2009 | Chapter I: Seeing Results and Facing Challenges Participating in high profile events further draws attention that information reaches wide-spread audiences. A website to the work that the MDF is doing in the reconstruction provides details on projects and MDF governance at and rehabilitation process. The MDF displayed its activities www.multidonorfund.org. The MDF Secretariat also plays at the CFAN4 event, which served as a venue for hosting a key role in facilitating visits to the projects by donors and all MDF stakeholders, including donors and government delegates from various agencies, enabling the visitors to officials. The display was visited by more than 1,500 people. gain firsthand experience of project activities and meet with The MDF also hosted a series of documentary film screenings beneficiaries and project teams. at the event. Photograph exhibitions were held in Jakarta and Aceh, and the MDF took part in the Aceh International The MDF portfolio is enhanced by effectively managing Expo