The story of Rumah Sukha

A Place of Healing, Hope, and New Beginnings

The seeds of Rumah Sukha were planted many years ago, back in 2004, when Anastasia and Dani began working closely with women survivors of exploitation and trauma. Their journey was driven by compassion, a desire to create change, and a vision of empowering those who had been through unimaginable hardships.

Fast forward to 2024, after two decades of dedication and learning, that vision took a tangible form with the birth of Rumah Sukha. It all began when we opened Flourish Café, a safe and supportive space where survivors could work, gain valuable skills, and begin the journey of healing. Flourish Café wasn’t just a workplace—it was a sanctuary, a place where survivors could rebuild their confidence and find hope for the future.

Initially, we focused on helping adult survivors, but soon our mission expanded in an unexpected and heartbreaking way. Friends and partners from another island reached out, asking us to help minor survivors who had been rescued from exploitation. As we stepped in to help, we quickly realized how limited our resources were for minors. While we were able to help some return to their families, our hearts broke when we learned that some of these children were re-trafficked by their own families.

Rumah Sukha

Rumah means a “house or a home”
Its literal translation is often given as “good space,
” coming from the Sanskrit words, su (good) and kha (space)
The word Sukha represents a deep and authentic state of inner
happiness—one that is enduring and rooted within the essence of a being. It is more than just fleeting joy; it is
a lasting sense of peace and contentment.
Sukha can also refer to a state of being calm, energized, and stress-free.

Rumah Sukha means a Bliss House

Rumah Sukha operates as a legally registered entity under the Cipta Kerja Manusantara ( Java Thrive Indonesia) Foundation. Based in Bandung, Indonesia, this foundation is officially recognized and established in accordance with Indonesian law, ensuring that Rumah Sukha functions within a legitimate and regulated framework to support its mission.

Rumah Sukha

Rumah Sukha is dedicated to support the most vulnerable and high-risk teenage girls of on their journey to healing and restoration. We provide a safe and secure environment where young women who have experienced severe childhood sexual abuse or human trafficking can receive comprehensive care—physically, emotionally, and education, and spiritually. Through our programs, they gain the skills needed for self-reliance and successful reintegration into society.

Beyond recovery, we help them build a strong support network of healthy relationships with family, friends, and the community. Our ultimate goal is to empower each survivor to heal, grow, and thrive as a confident and productive member of society.