In  the aftermath of the flooding in West Sumatra, ETA Navara Syed collaborated with a grassroots organization that aims to protect women and children in West Sumatra. After being connected with the group via student teachers from SMKN 6 Padang, Navara delivered games and snacks to local children who had lost many of their belongings, including their homes, to the floods. The effort was directed by a local woman, Ibu Fani, who organizes activities from her home in Padang.

Navara and friends went to Ibu Fani’s house to collect donated materials and then drove with her to a neighbor’s home on the western side of Padang. Here, families had gathered in the sitting area of a house that had been offered for the activity. Various activities were organized for the children who had gathered. Navara and the other participants prepared materials and led chants and games for the children. They colored, played games, and chatted with the local children, hoping to give them some relief during this difficult time. After spending a few hours with the children, Navara and the group distributed snacks and other small gifts, sharing a very heartfelt goodbye with them.

Navara Syed is currently teaching at SMKN 6 Padang, West Sumatra.