KolaborAksi Tokopedia and Dompet Dhuafa, Developing MSMEs through the Aid of Sewing Equipment

TULANG BAWANG, LAMPUNG — People seem familiar with Tokopedia as one of the largest e-commerce platforms in Indonesia. In addition to being a digital trading platform, Tokopedia also shows its concern for the community through active collaboration with Dompet Dhuafa.

Still fresh in memory, Dompet Dhuafa successfully distributed Aid to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Banda Neira, Maluku, which came from Tokopedia’s Corporate Social Responsibility or CSR funds. The assistance rolled out at that time was very diverse, ranging from Aid with equipment for sewing machine parts to business capital and capacity building for MSME actors.

Tokopedia & DD Provide Assistance for MSMEs in Lampung

Not getting smug, Tokopedia and Dompet Dhuafa again spread kindness by distributing assistance in the form of sewing equipment to MSME actors on Saturday (01/10/2022). This time Lampung Province became the location for the distribution of Aid with a total of 2 (two) beneficiaries.
Tokopedia & DD, Provide Assistance for MSMEs in Lampung

First, the Dompet Dhuafa team visited Misbahul Munthaha (27), who was starting a sewing business in the Umbul Natim Hamlet area, Way Huwi Village, Jati Agung District, South Lampung. Departing from his interest in the world of Fashion, Misbah ventured to start a business in a small garage lent by one of her relatives. His sewing equipment was also limited, which he bought from saving for quite a long time.

Tokopedia & DD Provide Assistance for MSMEs in Lampung

The arrival of the Dompet Dhuafa team surprised Misbah quite a bit, especially by bringing him various sewing supplies along with the latest sewing machine. With great shrewdness and a sense of enthusiasm, Misbah immediately assembled the sewing machine and tried it. The look on his face full of happiness, radiated from Misbah. According to him, this sewing machine increased his efforts because it significantly reduced processing time.

“It’s great for sure, I didn’t expect to get this kind of surprise. From the beginning of starting this business, I didn’t want to burden my parents with buying sewing tools. I just saved the money myself. These tools can definitely reduce my time to complete orders, so it’s faster, unlike using a manual machine,” said Misbah.

Tokopedia & DD Provide Assistance for MSMEs in Lampung

After that, the team immediately rushed to the following location, Unit 8 (eight), Bawang Sakti Jaya Village, Banjar Baru District, Tulang Bawang Regency, Lampung, to visit Wiwik Rukmiati (51). A housewife who works as a tailor. Assisted by Indra Buana (52), her husband, she initiated a sewing business to meet the family’s daily needs.

Wiwik had actually never taken any training on sewing before. The knowledge she uses is only based on the lessons learned in school. His confidence challenged Wiwik to start a sewing business with a modest capital. She also did not hesitate to share her knowledge with other mothers in order to have the ability to sew and start a business.

Tokopedia & DD Provide Assistance for MSMEs in Lampung

However, with the limitations of existing equipment, Wiwik often experiences problems when receiving certain orders. Even she was compelled to go to the city to complete his order at a sewing shop with more complete equipment. The assistance of sewing equipment from Tokopedia with Dompet Dhuafa is considered very helpful for her business to develop more and, of course, increase her family’s income.

“If I get an order for a neci stitch model, I have to go to town first, about 30 minutes from here. I can’t help it. I don’t have the tools for such stitching. That’s why I am delighted to get a neci sewing machine like this. I didn’t expect it anyway, thank you very much, Dompet Dhuafa and Tokopedia,” said Wiwik when they met at her residence.

Tokopedia & DD Provide Assistance for MSMEs in Lampung

Dompet Dhuafa really appreciates what Tokopedia is doing, especially to help MSME players in Indonesia. This kindness movement should be an example for all elements of society to be actively involved in other good. Dompet Dhuafa will always be open for anyone to collaborate in spreading kindness as widely as possible. (Dompet Dhuafa / Arlen)