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Pegadaian Holds Mass Circumcision for 500 Underprivileged Children

From Tempo · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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News Named sources Outcome reported
  • PT Pegadaian (Persero) organized a mass circumcision event for 500 underprivileged children in Jakarta on June 22, 2026.
  • The initiative is part of the company's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program focused on health and community welfare.
  • Pegadaian aims to support children's health rights and contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through this program.

PT Pegadaian (Persero) demonstrated its commitment to community welfare by hosting a mass circumcision event for 500 underprivileged children on Monday, June 22, 2026. The event took place in the ballroom of Pegadaian Tower in Jakarta, offering free, safe, and quality health services.

This social initiative is a key component of Pegadaian's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) programs. The focus is on improving the health and well-being of the community, particularly children, who are considered the nation's future.

Eka Pebriansyah, Director of Network and Operations at PT Pegadaian (Persero), stated that the mass circumcision event underscores the company's dedication to societal improvement beyond its core business operations. "This mass circumcision event is proof of Pegadaian's sincere commitment to always be present and bring tangible benefits to the community," Pebriansyah said.

This mass circumcision event is proof of Pegadaian's sincere commitment to always be present and bring tangible benefits to the community.

โ€” Eka PebriansyahEka Pebriansyah, Director of Network and Operations at PT Pegadaian (Persero), highlighted the company's commitment through the event.

He further explained that Pegadaian aims to ensure that its ESG and CSR efforts are not merely administrative formalities but translate into concrete actions that address the fundamental needs of the less fortunate. "We hope that the health services we facilitate can help children grow healthier and happier as they face their future," he added.

The successful execution of the event was attributed to strong collaboration between Pegadaian, a team of professional medical personnel, implementing partners, and the local government, specifically the Senen sub-district, which provided full support. The involvement of expert doctors and nurses ensured that all circumcision procedures adhered to strict medical operational standards, maintaining hygiene and a child-friendly approach. Through this integrated collaboration, Pegadaian not only ensured the event's safety and smoothness but also aimed to create a sustainable positive social impact.

We hope that the health services we facilitate can help children grow healthier and happier as they face their future.

โ€” Eka PebriansyahPebriansyah expressed the desired outcome of the health services provided.
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Originally published by Tempo in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.