Himi Persis 11th Muktamar emphasizes movement transformation for Indonesia and civilization
Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Himi Persis, an Islamic women's student organization, held its 11th Muktamar in Depok from August 7-9, 2026.
- The event focused on transforming the movement to build Indonesia and Islamic civilization, addressing contemporary challenges.
- The organization aims to be a space for growth and solutions, contributing to national development through empowered, integrity-driven, and socially conscious cadres.
The Himpunan Mahasiswi Persatuan Islam (Himi Persis), an Islamic women's student organization, convened its 11th Muktamar in Depok from August 7-9, 2026. Under the theme 'Himi Persis for Indonesia, Transformation of the Movement in Building Civilization,' the organization's highest forum aimed to chart its future course and strengthen its contributions to the nation.
The Muktamar holds greater meaning. It is a moment to evaluate the organization's journey, renew, strengthen, and straighten the direction of Himi Persis's movement going forward.
Gina Ainal Mardiah, the Chairperson of the Central Leadership of Himi Persis, stressed that the Muktamar signifies more than just a change in leadership. She described it as a crucial space for evaluating the organization's journey, renewing its strategies, reinforcing its efforts, and realigning its direction. "The Muktamar holds greater meaning. It is a moment to evaluate the organization's journey, renew, strengthen, and straighten the direction of Himi Persis's movement going forward," she stated.
Indonesia is moving very fast. New realities continue to emerge and must be faced. Himi Persis must not only be a space for gathering but must become a space for growth, learning, and providing solutions to the problems of the ummah and the nation.
Mardiah highlighted the Muktamar as a pivotal point for the organization, which has reached its third decade. She acknowledged the significant social, technological, and societal shifts presenting challenges that student organizations must address seriously. Indonesia's rapid development necessitates adaptation from all national elements, including student bodies like Himi Persis. The organization must evolve without abandoning its core values, becoming not just a gathering place but a hub for growth, learning, and providing solutions to societal and national issues.
We are not just filling spaces, but must be able to lead, inspire, and provide benefits to the community.
"Indonesia is moving very fast. New realities continue to emerge and must be faced. Himi Persis must not only be a space for gathering but must become a space for growth, learning, and providing solutions to the problems of the ummah and the nation," Mardiah asserted. She emphasized that Himi Persis is committed to contributing to Indonesia's development by cultivating high-quality cadres who are excellent, possess integrity, and demonstrate strong social awareness. Transformation, in this context, means ensuring that the organization's foundational values remain vibrant and relevant to societal needs across different eras, thereby maintaining the relevance of its struggle.
Transformation is a way to keep values alive while responding to the needs of the times. In this way, the organization's struggle will remain relevant.
Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.