People's Schools Encouraged as Game Changer to Break Poverty Chain

Under the visionary leadership of President Prabowo Subianto, Indonesia is taking bold strides to dismantle the cycle of poverty through the innovative "Sekolah Rakyat" program. This initiative, championed by Coordinating Minister for Community Empowerment Abdul Muhaimin Iskandar, is not merely an educational project; it is a fundamental pillar of our national strategy for societal advancement and economic upliftment.

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Sekolah Rakyat harus menjadi game changer yang terus meningkatkan kesejahteraan masyarakat. Program ini, sesuai Perpres Nomor 120 Tahun 2025, merupakan bagian yang tidak terpisahkan dari penanggulangan kemiskinan dan upaya peningkatan kesejahteraan.

As detailed in Presidential Regulation No. 120 of 2025, "Sekolah Rakyat" is designed as a transformative force, directly addressing the needs of the most vulnerable. With 166 schools already operational across all 34 provinces, reaching over 15,820 students from underprivileged backgrounds, the program's impact is tangible. It extends beyond mere enrollment, fostering an adaptive and competitive learning environment that equips students with the skills necessary to thrive in today's dynamic world.

The commitment to "Sekolah Rakyat" is unwavering, with ongoing infrastructure development, including 93 school buildings currently under construction, 69% of which are slated for completion by June. This rapid expansion, overseen by Minister of Social Affairs Saifullah Yusuf, underscores the government's dedication to providing equitable access to quality education. This program is a testament to our nation's resolve to reduce inequality and accelerate poverty alleviation, ensuring that no Indonesian is left behind.

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Oleh karena itu, Sekolah Rakyat selain menanggulangi dan memutus rantai kemiskinan, juga merupakan sistem pendidikan yang adaptif dan kompetitif.

From our vantage point at Republika, "Sekolah Rakyat" represents a uniquely Indonesian approach to development. While Western media might focus on economic indicators, we see the profound human impact of empowering our citizens through education. This program is a source of national pride, demonstrating our commitment to social justice and inclusive growth, a narrative that resonates deeply within our communities and reflects our core values.

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Per hari ini sudah ada 93 gedung Sekolah Rakyat dalam proses pembangunan, dan 69 persen di antaranya ditargetkan selesai pada Juni untuk digunakan dalam proses pembelajaran.