Frans is a native of the 1998-2002 conflict area Poso with a heart to rebuild his community from the conflict impact. Frans earned his Master’s degree in Math Education from Universitas Negeri Makassar, South Sulawesi. He is one of ILF’s 2012 scholarship recipients who teaches math at a public middle school in Poso, Central Sulawesi.
In March of 2013, his family went through a difficult time when he lost his only son due to an illness. Despite his loss, Frans was motivated and able to complete his study because of support from his family and friends. Upon graduating from the university in August of 2014, he is now back teaching in Poso. Frans also received a wonderful gift after his graduation, a newborn son.