Our mission is not only to educate, but to empower and inspire educators to pass on their knowledge to others. Together, we can create a sustainable, self-sufficient and thriving community in the least developed regions of Indonesia.
According to the World Bank, approximately 25 million Indonesians live below the poverty line. In remote parts of Indonesia, poverty often prevents children from accessing quality education.
Stunting is a common consequence of malnutrition, which is often caused by poverty and the inability to access a variety of nutrient-dense foods. Stunting can lead to underdeveloped brain function and long-lasting harmful consequences, including diminished mental ability and learning capacity, poor school performance, and increased risks of nutrition-related chronic diseases.
It is not talent but wealth that determines a child’s educational destiny. This reality fails the individual children, each of whom has a right to education. Brilliant doctors, teachers or entrepreneurs instead herd goats or collect water.
Schools and villages face connectivity challenges that may discourage the best teachers from working in remote areas. According to a recent survey from the world bank, 29% of the schools in remote regions of Indonesia are connected to the power grid, 17% have internet access and 39% have enough textbooks.
The quality of education services is hindered by teacher qualifications, teacher composition, and the necessity for multi-grade teaching. Another serious problem is teacher absence, as it directly affects whether students learn in school. Unannounced visits to surveyed schools indicated that 25% of classrooms did not have a teacher, and 17% of teachers did not come to school on a given day.
Low student learning outcomes is associated with low parental education; less time dedicated to their child’s schooling; and far less engagement with school committees and teachers. Surprisingly, parents are satisfied with the quality of education and learning outcomes. This indicates that parents either have very moderate expectations or are not fully informed of the service standards that should be delivered by teachers.
Establishing a charitable foundation in Indonesia is an arduous task due to the country’s intricate legal framework and bureaucratic hurdles. The process of acquiring the required permits and licenses can be particularly daunting, as it entails navigating through an extensive array of paperwork and procedures.
To ensure sustainable support, we are prioritizing education as the key solution. By providing access to education, we can significantly combat poverty, reduce stunting, and give individuals the opportunity to reach their full potential.
To address the problem of poor education and students struggling with literacy and numeracy skills, it’s important to prioritize access to quality education.
To address the problem of stunting caused by malnutrition, we need to prioritize access to nutrient-dense foods. Agroforestry is an effective and sustainable solution by providing communities with fruits and vegetables to improve their diets.
To address the problem of unequal distribution of educational opportunities, we need to prioritize access to education for all individuals regardless of their socioeconomic background.
Improving parents’ knowledge and awareness will likely increase their demand and engagement in quality education. Finally, collaboration between teachers and parents to support student learning will likely generate higher aspirations and career outlooks among students.
We have professional guidance from experienced lawyers and consultants to assist with the legal process of obtaining permits and licenses, and ensuring compliance with local laws. Building strong relationships with local authorities and partners is also a key strategy for us to understand and abide by the local regulations.
With our education program, we aim to create a new generation of highly skilled professionals who will have the ability to drive sustainable development and growth in one of the least developed regions of Indonesia.
Our focus on environmental protection and health, in addition to education, will ensure that our impact extends beyond the classroom and into the wider community.
But our impact doesn’t stop there. We don’t just teach, we teach how to teach. By training teachers to train other teachers, we are creating a sustainable model for education that will continue to empower future generations.
We are a team of changemakers from different parts of the world, united by a common mission to overcome the barriers to education in remote Indonesia and create a sustainable, self-sufficient, and thriving community.
Origin: Interlaken, Switzerland
Occupation: Web Developer, Social Entrepreneur
Origin: Interlaken, Switzerland
Occupation: Optometrist, CEO Urfer Optik
Origin: Interlaken, Switzerland
Occupation: Administrator at Urfer Optik
Origin: Semarang, Indonesia
Occupation: IT Expert
Origin: Flores, Indonesia
Occupation: School Director Environmental School Manusak, Social Entrepreneur
Origin: Jakarta, Indonesia
Occupation: School Director Alfa Omega School, Social Entrepreneur
Origin: Bern, Switzerland
Occupation: Social Entrepreneur, Construction Expert
Origin: Bern, Switzerland
Occupation: Kindergarten Teacher
Origin: Kupang, Indonesia
Occupation: Manager Tazkia Aarian Project, worker at provincial government of NTT
Origin: Kot’olin, Indonesia
Occupation: School Director SMAK Oetuke
Origin: Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Occupation: Kindergarten teacher
Origin: Oebaki (Timor), Indonesia
Occupation: Kindergarten teacher trainee
Origin: Cilacap, Indonesia
Occupation: Director Kindergarten Paud Cipta Smart Adiraja, SSM Instructor
Origin: Aceh, Indonesia
Occupation: Director Saya Suka Membaca
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IBAN: CH02 0839 3053 9833 4714 6
Empower Generations Indonesia
Vorholzstrasse 48
3800 Unterseen
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