Alumni Success Stories
Lebih dari Sekadar Pipa dan Pompa: Eliza Bhakti Amelia Memperjuangkan Akses Air yang Adil Melalui Kebijakan
For Eliza Bhakti Amelia, access to clean water is more than pipes, pumps, and running taps. In a country where... Baca selengkapnya
Menyatukan Sungai dan Bangsa: Perjalanan Yusron Dwi Mangestika Menuju Pengelolaan Air yang Berkelanjutan
When Yusron Dwi Mangestika joined an Australia Awards Short Course, the experience revealed shared challenges... Baca selengkapnya
Muhammad Roem: Memperkuat Hubungan Makassar-Australia Melalui Pariwisata dan Budaya
Dr Muhammad Roem is a leader who believes that the greatest strength of a city lies not in its magnificent bui... Baca selengkapnya
Ariella Hana Sinjaya: Seorang Pemimpin Perempuan yang Membangun Masyarakat Inklusif
Dr Ariella Hana Sinjaya believes the way to an inclusive society must go beyond tolerance for diversity. Her w... Baca selengkapnya
Apriana Toding Memajukan Pendidikan Inklusif di Daerah Terpencil Melalui Inovasi Digital
For Professor Apriana Toding, innovation has never been confined to academic journals. It travels across mount... Baca selengkapnya
Mernawati Jodding Mendorong Investasi Jeneponto dengan Dukungan Australia
Across the breezy, wide-open terrain of South Sulawesi’s Jeneponto Regency, a row of towering wind turbi... Baca selengkapnya
Profesor Nurul Widiastuti: Menjadi Teladan sebagai Perempuan di Bidang STEM
Professor Nurul Widiastuti can still remember what made her fall in love with science. Since elementary school... Baca selengkapnya
Dari Studi ke Strategi: Peran Frans Bukardi dalam Membentuk Pariwisata Manggarai Timur
When Frans Bukardi sees potential for tourism in a village, his vision is not only to build a leisure destinat... Baca selengkapnya
Carolin Waisimon: Guiding Papua to Sustainable Tourism, Nature and Tradition
It was not immediately easy for Carolin Waisimon when she left behind her Bali-based hospitality career to ret... Baca selengkapnya
Mengatasi Sindrom Penipu, Lilik Astari Berusaha Mengoptimalkan Potensi Bahan yang Dianggap Tidak Berharga
Lilik Astari understands that science can be a daunting career path for girls and women. She has drawn on her... Baca selengkapnya
Lely Hiryanto Menggunakan Teknologi untuk Mendukung Anak-anak dengan Disabilitas
For Lely Hiryanto, having the opportunity to study overseas has not only given her greater knowledge, confiden... Baca selengkapnya
Hijroatul Maghfiroh: Mengatasi Tantangan Ekologis Melalui Ekologisme Antaragama
Hijroatul Maghfiroh believes that small changes will eventually add up to something impactful. This hope has g... Baca selengkapnya
Zulfan Herman: Menyeimbangkan Pertumbuhan Ekologis dan Ekonomi
For 17 years, Zulfan Herman has been utilising technology for conservation, leveraging data to identify effect... Baca selengkapnya
Bima Aryuna: Membangun Tempat Kerja Masa Depan yang Inklusif dan Tergamifikasi
Australia Awards alumnus Bima Aryuna wants the workplace to be somewhere that people can learn through having... Baca selengkapnya
Cheta Nilawaty Memimpin Pembicaraan Inklusi Disabilitas Melalui Media Inklusif
By the time Cheta Nilawaty received an Australia Awards Scholarship in 2019, she had already overcome he... Baca selengkapnya
Dari Semangat Menjadi Aksi: Perjuangan Yuni Arsiyanti untuk Perempuan dan Kesetaraan Gender
For Australia Awards alumna Yuni Arsiyanti, the pursuit of gender equality and the eradication of violence aga... Baca selengkapnya
Edwin Sutanto: Seorang Ahli Bioinformatika dalam Upaya Memberantas Malaria
The more complex a puzzle is to solve, the more important it is to study it from different angles. This is pre... Baca selengkapnya
Teuku Muhammad Hairunis: Membina Pemimpin Masa Depan Melalui Keterlibatan Pemuda
An Australia Awards Short Course alumnus is helping young people bring their concerns to the attention of gove... Baca selengkapnya
Telly Melinda: Membangun Komunitas Pecinta Olahraga, Dimulai dari Anak Muda
After years of training to represent Indonesia in karate, Telly Melinda is now dedicated to involving young pe... Baca selengkapnya
Eko Hari Purnomo Mengejar Teknologi Baru untuk Meningkatkan Ketahanan Pangan dan Mengatasi Kehilangan Pangan dan Pemborosan Pangan
Indonesia relies on imports of staples like rice, wheat, sugar and beef to meet the basic food needs of its ov... Baca selengkapnya
Upaya Dwi Ratna Hidayati untuk Meningkatkan Rantai Nilai Gandum yang Berkelanjutan Melalui Penelitian dan Pendidikan
An Australia Awards Short Course gave agribusiness lecturer Dwi Ratna Hidayati a rare insight into the grains... Baca selengkapnya
Menemukan Bagian yang Hilang dalam Kursus Singkat, Andi Junila Aulia Menapaki Jalan Berkelanjutan di Sektor Pariwisata
After launching as a project to revive tourism in her hometown following the pandemic, Andi Junila Aulia&rsquo... Baca selengkapnya
Dari TI ke Udara Bersih: Bagaimana Rika Safrina Membentuk Masa Depan Energi Terbarukan ASEAN
When Rika Safrina thinks of children growing up in Jakarta, one of the world's most polluted cities, she i... Baca selengkapnya
Anthony Utomo: Mempercepat Kendaraan Komersial Listrik untuk Masa Depan yang Lebih Hijau
Entrepreneur Anthony Utomo is making his contribution to improving air quality and supporting Indonesia's... Baca selengkapnya
Anna Sutanto Membangun Komunitas untuk Mencegah Pemborosan di Usaha Kecil
Indonesia, like many other nations, faces the daunting challenge of managing plastic waste and pollution. It m... Baca selengkapnya
Dari Penggemar Geografi hingga Merevolusi Industri dengan Ilmu Pengetahuan dan Teknologi Geospasial
As a teenager, Muhammad Iqbal Januadi Putra was already fascinated by geography books and observing the Earth&... Baca selengkapnya
Rodzi Gusti Akbar Sarjana: Merancang Fasilitas Energi Terbarukan yang Visioner
The desire for Indonesia to gain an edge in renewable energy has motivated Rodzi Gusti Akbar Sarjana, an emplo... Baca selengkapnya
Dari Pelajar Menjadi Pemimpin Sekolah: Kontribusi Aurelia Melinda Herka Puspita terhadap Pendidikan Inklusif
School leader Aurelia Melinda Herka Puspita is innovating education by designing more inclusive and effective... Baca selengkapnya
Ali Formen: Memperjuangkan Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini di Indonesia
Although henever attended kindergarten or preschool himself, Ali Formen experienced through his grandfather ho... Baca selengkapnya
Nadira Natasya Ciptakan Peluang Melalui Mentoring untuk Anak Muda di Panti Asuhan
For youth in orphanages, higher education and a fulfilling career can remain distant dreams. Australia Awards... Baca selengkapnya
Pelatih dan Mentor Barita Bram Menikmati Efek Riak dari Berbagi Keterampilan dan Pengetahuan
Whether he’s teaching digital skills to small businesses or mentoring future international students, Bar... Baca selengkapnya
Syukriah Rusydi: Menenun Warisan dan Visi ke dalam Mode Global
In the glittering, trend-driven world of international fashion, it's rare to stand out by staying true to... Baca selengkapnya
Devina Sandriati Membimbing Bisnis Kecil untuk Menembus Pasar yang Lebih Besar
As a mentor to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Indonesia, Devina Sandriati sees the greater va... Baca selengkapnya
Deasy Ariani Amin: Memajukan Tata Kelola Perikanan dan Peran Perempuan di Sektor Kelautan
In her work to stop illegal fishing across South Sulawesi, Deasy Ariani Amin draws on various law enforcement... Baca selengkapnya
Kristia Ningsih Memajukan Teknologi Berbasis Cahaya Melalui Penelitian, Kepemimpinan, dan Kolaborasi Global
Kristia Ningsih, an Australia Awards PhD scholar at the University of Sydney, is contributing to the global op... Baca selengkapnya
Marroli Jeni Indarto: Memerangi Disinformasi dan Hoaks untuk Memperkuat Kepercayaan Publik kepada Pemerintah
As an official at the Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi), Marroli Jeni Indarto works to ensure th... Baca selengkapnya
Nurdin Syarif Ingin Mendisrupsi Sekolah Menengah Kejuruan dengan Mengintegrasikan Keterampilan Digital
For teacher and careers advisor Nurdin Syarif, equipping his students with strong digital skills is not just a... Baca selengkapnya
Ririn Yuniasih: Mengubah Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini Melalui Setiap Hubungan yang Bermakna
Inspired by her own fun and uplifting experiences in kindergarten, Ririn Yuniasih has devoted her career to en... Baca selengkapnya
Vinci Mizranita: Mempersiapkan Apoteker Masa Depan untuk Bekerja di Dunia yang Terus Berubah
Studying for a Masters and PhD in Australia has transformed Vinci Mizranita’s career in pharmacy and res... Baca selengkapnya
Yuni Dwi Setiyawati: Memimpin Transformasi Digital di Bidang Kesehatan dan Kesehatan Ibu dan Bayi
Yuni Dwi Setiyawati has always been interested in innovating healthcare systems. Her drive to improve and mode... Baca selengkapnya
Memulihkan Hutan Mangrove: Muhamad Yusuf Mendapatkan Pendanaan Berkelanjutan
Projects aimed at protecting Indonesia’s forest and marine resources are starting on a strong foundation... Baca selengkapnya
Reza Saputra: Berpacu Melawan Kepunahan untuk Melestarikan Anggrek di Hutan Papua Barat
Australia Awards scholar Reza Saputra is racing against the clock to discover new orchid species while protect... Baca selengkapnya
Pembangun Perdamaian Nerlian Gogali Menumbuhkan Gelombang Advokat Perempuan yang Kuat di Poso
What began on Nerlian Gogali’s veranda as a space for women to heal and learn after conflict in Poso has... Baca selengkapnya
Mendukung Perempuan dalam Konservasi Laut: Perjalanan Hani Nusantari yang Berdampak Besar
Conservationist Hani Nusantari knows that women play a special role in protecting Indonesia’s marine eco... Baca selengkapnya
Mengubah Stigma Menjadi Kekuatan: Perjuangan Nurhayati Dewi dalam Memperjuangkan Hak-hak Disabilitas
In 2012, Nurhayati Ratna Sari Dewi received news that would change the course of her life: she was being laid... Baca selengkapnya
Hanaa Septiana: Membangun Kesetaraan Gender di Sektor Media
During her time at university, Hanaa Septiana learned that progress on gender equality is usually slow. But in... Baca selengkapnya
Fermentation and Beyond: How Dzulianur Mutsla Brings Australian Teaching Principles to SITH ITB
Tempeh and shrimp paste (terasi), staples of Indonesian cuisine, might seem worlds apart in flavour and ingred... Baca selengkapnya
Izzan Nur Aslam: Bridging Education and Industry to Build a Better Mining Workforce
Izzan Nur Aslam is on a mission to improve the employability of Indonesia’s mining graduates by building... Baca selengkapnya
Adapting to an Economy in Transition, Maryke Alelo Prioritises Education in Green Skills
Maryke Alelo believes green jobs are opportunities today, not in the distant future, and she is building an ed... Baca selengkapnya
Heri Apriyanto's Growing Tech Solutions for Biodiversity
As a software developer, Heri Apriyanto is an unlikely champion for plant biodiversity. However, he is one of... Baca selengkapnya
Breaking Barriers: Abi Marutama's Quest for Inclusivity
Abi Marutama, a researcher and disability rights advocate, has an extraordinary journey defined by perseveranc... Baca selengkapnya
From Baubau to Australia: Fanti Frida Yanti’s Journey of Advocacy and Transformation
Fanti Frida Yanti has been a transformative force in Baubau City, Buton Island, Southeast Sulawesi, where she... Baca selengkapnya
Salwa Maziyatun Najah: Inspiring Youth in Islamic Education to Embrace the Beauty of Cultural Diversity
When Salwa Maziyatun Najah was a first-year student at her Islamic high school in Pasuruan, East Java, there w... Baca selengkapnya
Ulfah Najamuddin Ambo Rappe’s Search for New Sources of Sustainable Nutrition
As one of the world’s largest rice producers, Indonesia is renowned for its vast, lush fields that stret... Baca selengkapnya
From Physiotherapy to Advocacy: Wisnu Saputra’s Mission for Equal Opportunities
When Wisnu Saputra began his career as a physiotherapist in Bali, he envisioned a future focused on healthcare... Baca selengkapnya
Bridging Borders: Rully Kurniawan’s Impact on Journalism and Environmental Advocacy
Rully Kurniawan, Chief of the International Desk, senior correspondent, and executive producer at CNN Indonesi... Baca selengkapnya
Jazz Legend Indra Lesmana’s Sydney Reunion Revives Cultural Collaboration Through Music
While New Orleans is celebrated as the birthplace of jazz, for Indonesian jazz icon Indra Lesmana, Sydney was... Baca selengkapnya
Dwi Ayu Kartika Sari: Enhancing Komnas Perempuan’s Role in Tackling Violence Against Women
Dwi Ayu Kartika Sari has served in various capacities during her 13-year tenure at the National Commission on... Baca selengkapnya
Romy Hidayat: Growing a Place Where Older People Are Empowered
Romy Hidayat was motivated to study in Australia to help mothers and babies in West Nusa Tenggara. But an inte... Baca selengkapnya
Revita Alvi: Advancing Inclusive Healthcare for Women with Disabilities
As the Chairperson of the Indonesian Women with Disabilities Association (HWDI), Revita Alvi leads the charge... Baca selengkapnya
Championing Inclusion: Indonesian #OzAlum Join Forces for Gender Equality and Inclusion in Climate Action at the 2024 GEDSI Summit
We are proud to see our #OzAlum actively contributing to addressing gender equality, disability, and social in... Baca selengkapnya
From Papua to Australia: One Teacher’s Quest to Bridge Educational Gaps
Kalvin Sandabunga's journey from the remote area of Papua to the prestigious halls of Monash University is... Baca selengkapnya
A Journey to Find ‘Homes’: Transformational Journey through AIYEP and Living in Australia
Written by Ashanti Dayani Ajengpitaloka, the first winner of the "Journey Chronicles: Celebrating Austral... Baca selengkapnya
Stirring Culture: A Taste of Papeda in Melbourne
Written by Yacob Manuhua, the runner-up of the "Journey Chronicles: Celebrating Australia-Indonesia Bonds... Baca selengkapnya
With Every State and Territory, There Was a Story
Written by Raissa Almira, the third winner of the "Journey Chronicles: Celebrating Australia-Indonesia Bo... Baca selengkapnya
Celebrating the Recipients: Australian Alumni Grants and the Allison Sudradjat and Hadi Soesastro Prizes, Round 1, 2024
We are thrilled to announce the remarkable recipients of the Australian Alumni Grants, and to celebrate those... Baca selengkapnya
Marlin Ndun Helps Rote Agriculture Thrive with a Unique Sustainable Garden System
In designing an award-winning agricultural system for farmers in Rote, Marlin Loriana Ndun combined her knowle... Baca selengkapnya
Ika Krismantari: Bridging Science Research and Journalism
Journalist and Australia Awards scholar Ika Krismantari is on a mission to ensure the long-term viability of I... Baca selengkapnya
Miftahudin: Transforming Marginalised School through Disruptive Innovations
Going to school each morning to teach, then leaving in the afternoon, only to repeat the routine day after day... Baca selengkapnya
Enhancing Hepatitis Case Reporting in Puskesmas through Data Interoperability: Dr Lady Sirait's Initiatives
The Indonesian Ministry of Health defines digital health transformation as the changes within health systems a... Baca selengkapnya
Adinda Tenriangke Muchtar: Championing Youth Empowerment in Indonesia
Indonesian youth are often hailed as the "golden generation", poised to realise the vision of Indone... Baca selengkapnya
Navigating School and Family: How Valentina Meta Srikartika Empowers Moms
Returning to school as a student-mom, Valentina Meta Srikartika, an Australia Awards scholar, has transformed... Baca selengkapnya
Desi Utami Bridges Science and Agriculture through Communication
Desi Utami’s journey in the field of agricultural microbiology is rooted in her childhood curiosity abou... Baca selengkapnya
Alvin Sariaatmadja: Driving Growth through Digital Transformation and Innovation
The Winner of the 2024 Innovation and Entrepreneurship Award Tech scion Alvin Sariaatmadja champions the tr... Baca selengkapnya
From Broadcast to Diplomacy: Meutya Hafid’s Quest for Stronger International Relations
The Winner of the 2024 Alumni of the Year Award May 1998 was a watershed moment in Indonesian history marke... Baca selengkapnya
Fandy Dawenan: Never-Ending Journey for Inclusive Learning for Disabilities
The Winner of the 2024 Promoting Women's Empowerment and Social Inclusion Award Fandy Dawenan has dedic... Baca selengkapnya
Professor Jamaluddin Jompa: Championing Coral Reef Research and Friendship with Australia
In the effort to preserve the world’s precious marine ecosystems, Professor Jamaluddin Jompa has contrib... Baca selengkapnya
Australia Awards in Indonesia Collaborates with PR Yakkum to Promote Steps to Higher Education for Women and People with Disability
People with disability and women from disadvantaged backgrounds have learned about the potential pathways to a... Baca selengkapnya
Rita Triharyani Empowers Rural Women Through Inclusive Farming
Rita Triharyani is opening new opportunities for participation in agricultural communities in Central Java, an... Baca selengkapnya
Small Change, Big Impact: Yumiati Tuwa Ringu Finds a New Way to Educate About Child Stunting
A simple yet effective innovation is providing education on child stunting in West Sumba, thanks to Yumiati Tu... Baca selengkapnya
Makhyan Jibril Al Farabi: Collaborative Works of Australian Alumni in Reducing Healthcare Disparities in Papua
Renowned for his outspoken and critical stance on Indonesian healthcare, Dr Makhyan Jibril Al Farabi emer... Baca selengkapnya
Agriani Hermita Sadeli Reducing Food Waste through Campaign on Imperfect Vegetables Awareness
Perceived by the public as unappetising due to their unconventional appearance, sub-optimal or imperfect veget... Baca selengkapnya
Syanthy Christianty’s Eureka: Applying Insights from Short Course to Indonesia’s Largest Waste-to-Energy Project
It had never crossed Syanthy Christianty’s mind to study in Australia. While an undergraduate at the Uni... Baca selengkapnya
Cultural Connections: Breakfasting with Australian Alumni in Malang
The Australian Consulate-General in Surabaya recently hosted a "Buka Puasa with Australian Alumni" e... Baca selengkapnya
Gunawan Tanuwidjaja: Inspiring Change Through Inclusivity Design
Inspired by the principles of inclusive design, Gunawan Tanuwidjaja, also known as Gunte, a PhD graduate in ar... Baca selengkapnya
From Ministry Mandates to Feminist Realisations: A Journey of Professor Nina Nurmila’s Gender Awakening
Professor Nina Nurmila is a distinguished Islamic jurisprudence scholar in Indonesia and across Asia, known fo... Baca selengkapnya
Australia Awards in Indonesia Discussion with National Disabilities Commission Finds Fresh Insights on Disability Inclusion in Higher Education
A team from Australia Awards in Indonesia and the Australian Embassy in Indonesia has met with Indonesia&rsquo... Baca selengkapnya
Australia Awards Post-Course Workshop on Sustainable Tourism Management
It was truly inspiring to witness the collaboration among heads of tourist attractions, heritage sites, and ge... Baca selengkapnya
Githa Anathasia Gives Local Women a Role in Protecting Raja Ampat’s Marine Wonderland
From her dive shop in the world-famous Raja Ampat archipelago, Githa Anathasia is creating space for local wom... Baca selengkapnya
Ria Oktorina Makes Connections to Support the Health of Women, Children and the Environment
When Ria Oktorina joined an Australia Awards Short Course, she went the extra mile to connect with likeminded... Baca selengkapnya
Alimatul Qibtiyah Uses Human Rights to Promote an Educational System Free of Violence
Educational institutions should be a safe haven for students, but in 2022, there were 355 cases of violence ag... Baca selengkapnya
Abdul Majid: Pioneering Inclusivity Despite Adversity
The year 2017 was the last time Abdul Majid witnessed the clear blue sky and serene moonlit nights. His world... Baca selengkapnya
Abdul Rahman Imran Brings Determination to Mental Health Promotion in Gorontalo
One might say that Abdul Rahman Imran is the definition of never giving up. His application for an Australia A... Baca selengkapnya
Steel Trailblazer: Lita Hudianto’s Journey Redefining Indonesia’s Industry Norm
With a successful career in an Australian bank, Lita Hudianto never envisioned entering the challenging, male-... Baca selengkapnya
Marissa Salim and the Mission to Nurture Local Talent in Indonesia's Manufacturing Sector
Running her family businesses for 10 years has taught Marissa Salim that human resources are the most importan... Baca selengkapnya
Yesaya Sinambela Works Towards Turning Waste into Clean Energy
Driven by the urgency of the climate crisis, Yesaya Sinambela is investigating innovative ways to convert wast... Baca selengkapnya
Professor Dewi Fortuna Anwar Builds Greater Insight into Indonesia’s Role in the Region and the World
The growing public awareness of the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) in global politics and eco... Baca selengkapnya
Ivy Kamadjaja: A Woman Powering the Logistics Business with Head, Hand and Heart
For 25 years, Ivy Kamadjaja has brought her authentic leadership style to the male-dominated logistics busines... Baca selengkapnya
Chandra Gunawan Seeks Understanding and Inclusion for Deafblindness
Amid his busy schedule, working as a masseuse and teaching theology to people with disabilities in Jakarta, Ch... Baca selengkapnya
Mutia Sari: Making Indonesia’s Correctional Institutions More Inclusive by Collaborating with Organisations for People with Disabilities
A civil servant and a person with a polio disability, Mutia Sari is intrigued by the issue of inclusivity in I... Baca selengkapnya
Woro Srihastuti Sulistyaningrum Uses Policies to Prevent Violence Against Women and Children
Woro Srihastuti Sulistyaningrum believes that working in government allows her to make a greater contribution... Baca selengkapnya
Heemlyvaartie ‘Lilly’ D. Danes’ Decade-Long Advocacy Journey and the Struggle for Protective Laws
The gradual advancement of women’s rights has a profound connection to the tireless advocacy work being... Baca selengkapnya
Widyarini Weningtyas Bridges Gaps in Children's Public Transport Education with Navi Station
University lecturer Widyarini Weningtyas, known as Rini, dreams of cities that are safe and accessible for eve... Baca selengkapnya
Martinse Constantina Nabu Bois Empowers Stakeholders to Support the Fulfilment of Children’s Rights
Having worked on various children’s rights programs, Martinse Constantina Nabu Bois has seen systems and... Baca selengkapnya
Breaking Barriers: A Minority Voice for Tolerance in Indonesia's Diverse Landscape
Jakarta-born Scholastica Gerintya, affectionately known as Tya, has experienced two pivotal moments that ignit... Baca selengkapnya
Tech Trailblazer Caroline Gondokusumo’s Vision to Pioneer Internet Access in Remote Indonesia
After first glimpsing the potential of the internet as a student in Australia in the 1990s, Caroline Gondokusu... Baca selengkapnya
Ivan Setyawan Follows His Passions to Build a Sweet Pastry Business
For Ivan Setyawan, the path to becoming a pastry chef has sometimes been chaotic and messy. But now his delica... Baca selengkapnya
Wakhyu Budi Utami Goes from Teacher to Learner to Empower Farmers Through Rumah Mocaf Indonesia
Language teacher and co-founder of Rumah Mocaf Indonesia, Wakhyu Budi Utami, knows that learning is a lifelong... Baca selengkapnya
Arif Setyo Nugroho Gives Back to the Forest that Sustains His Tourism Business
During dark times for Indonesia’s tourism industry, an Australia Awards short course was the bright spar... Baca selengkapnya
Indra Dwi Prasetyo: From Small City to Overseas Universities in the Quest to Improve Indonesia’s Education Quality
Born and raised in a West Kalimantan city that borders Malaysia gave Indra Dwi Prasetyo an early awareness of... Baca selengkapnya
Robinson Sinurat: Raising the Skills of Young People to Promote Tolerance and Diversity
"Ain't no mountain high enough" could be a song about Robinson Sinurat and his journey to build... Baca selengkapnya
Farraz Theda Connects Environmental Science with the Public to Raise Climate Change Awareness
Environmentalist Farraz Theda has provided insight into the causes of the poor air that has been affecting res... Baca selengkapnya
R. Dian Dia-an Muniroh's Advocacy for Humane Investigative Interviewing with Indonesian National Police
"Georgina is my reason why I go studying in Australia," said R. Dian Dia-an Muniroh when she reminis... Baca selengkapnya
Valerina Daniel and the Mission to Boost Indonesia’s Image on the Global Stage
Valerina Daniel has made building a good image for Indonesia a lifelong mission, and she has consistently done... Baca selengkapnya
Dante Rigmalia and the Pursuit of Inclusive Policies for People with Disability
Fighting stigmas that contribute to the social exclusion and marginalisation of persons with disabilities is t... Baca selengkapnya
Suryaningsih Wibowo Steps Into the Australian Market in The Midst of Pandemic while Employing Women and Laid-Off Workers
Since starting her snack foods business in her Jakarta home in 2016, Australia Awards alumna Suryaningsih Wibo... Baca selengkapnya
Wahyu Adi Perdana: Improving Customs and Excise Services to Meet Global Trade Trends
Wahyu Adi Perdana, an Australia Awards alumnus, describes his work as a customs and excise officer as having t... Baca selengkapnya
Iwan Jazadi Builds a Community of Volunteers to Support Children's Early Literacy Education
Growing up in a farming family in Sumbawa, Nusa Tenggara Barat (NTB), Iwan Jazadi has been working hard since... Baca selengkapnya
Jonathan Sudharta Makes a Breakthrough for Indonesia’s Healthcare Industry
The 2023 Innovation and Entrepreneurship Awardee. Jonathan completed a bachelor’s degree in economics wi... Baca selengkapnya
Jeanne Rini Poespoprodjo Strives to Eradicate Malaria in Papua Through Evidence-Based Strategy
The 2023 Promoting Women's Empowerment and Social Inclusion Awardee. Rini earned her PhD from Charles... Baca selengkapnya
Koesmarihati Koesnowarso and Her Trailblazing Journey to Crack the Telco Industry’s Glass Ceiling
The 2023 Alumni of The Year. Koesmarihati graduated with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering f... Baca selengkapnya
Niken Dwi Wahyu Cahyani, A Trailblazer in Cyber Security and Digital Forensics
When Niken Dwi Wahyu Cahyani was accepted to study computer sciences, she didn’t really know a lot about... Baca selengkapnya
Fitri Zakiah and the Admirable Dedication to Serve Her Home District
Since she was still in high school, Fitri Zakiah knew that she wanted to serve as a civil servant in her homet... Baca selengkapnya
Maria Mediatrix Mali: Malaria Control and Empowering Children
Maria Mediatrix Mali learned about the toll of malaria on children and young people soon after she moved to Ma... Baca selengkapnya
Sri Wiyanti Eddyono: The Endless Battle For Women's Empowerment
After almost 30 years of dedicated work, feminist lawyer and academic Sri Wiyanti Eddyono has seen how times m... Baca selengkapnya
Lusia Palulungan: Women’s Empowerment as the Foundation of Leadership
The fight for gender equality and women’s empowerment is a multi-faceted endeavour. Lusia Palulungan, wo... Baca selengkapnya
Lies Marcoes Natsir Connects Islam and Gender Equality through Research and Advocacy
Indonesian women have made varying degrees of progress in education, political participation, and leadership o... Baca selengkapnya
Carolina Martha Sumampouw and the Relentless Fight toward Restorative Justice
On 12 April 2022, women’s rights advocates collectively cheered as Indonesian lawmakers passed the Sexua... Baca selengkapnya
Monita Wambrauw Leads the Way for Women in Transport Systems Engineering in Papua
International Women's Day falls on March 8th and is dedicated to celebrating women's exceptional accom... Baca selengkapnya
David Mondru Sihotang: Serving the Country with Taxation Knowledge
David Mondru Sihotang believes his successful career as a senior tax analyst at Indonesia’s Ministry of... Baca selengkapnya
Sri Safitri Leading the Journey for Women in STEM on the Road Not Taken
When it comes to digital transformation in Indonesia, the contribution of Sri Safitri cannot be underestimated... Baca selengkapnya
Fitya Menzani Diah Walks the Talk of Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment
"Love what you do" is the mantra that kept Fitya Menzani Diah going over the past 12 years as she cl... Baca selengkapnya
Fenty Febianti Seeks to Enhance Mempawah through Urban Planning
Improving the quality of urban life has become more crucial amid the worsening climate change, which many refe... Baca selengkapnya
English Teacher Ahmad Junaidi Inspires People to Do Volunteer Work and Dream Big
Ahmad Junaidi, who teaches English at the Faculty of Education and Teacher Training at Mataram University in L... Baca selengkapnya
Fandy Dawenan: Promoting Inclusive Learning, Digital Literacy for People with Disabilities
Fandy Dawenan cannot help but feel blessed. Born with congenital blindness, the 39-year-old man is not only gr... Baca selengkapnya
Najwa Shihab and the Quest to Defend the Fourth Pillar of Democracy
Winner of the 2022 Alumni of the Year Award The Boxing Day tsunami that ravaged Indonesia’s westernmo... Baca selengkapnya
Antoni Tsaputra: A Relentless Advocate for Disability Rights
Winner of the 2022 Promoting Women's Empowerment and Social Inclusion Award Born with muscular dystroph... Baca selengkapnya
Syaifullah Muhammad: Paying It Forward Through Innovation and Mentoring for the Poorest Community
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