Students Launch Book Drive to Boost Rural Literacy in Indonesia

Students from Bina Sarana Informatika (UBSI) University have initiated a "BSI Explore 2026" program focused on boosting literacy in rural Indonesia. Their efforts in Desa Karang Indah, Bekasi, involve collecting book donations to support students at SDN Karang Indah 1.

The program aims to address the persistent challenge of accessing quality reading materials in many Indonesian villages. Students are gathering a wide range of books, including textbooks, children's stories, encyclopedias, general knowledge books, and motivational novels. They are promoting the drive through social media and seeking contributions from the general public, families, and various communities.

Kohar Hanapi, the group's leader, emphasized the program's goal: "We believe one book can open many dreams. Therefore, we present this program as a platform for anyone who wants to share knowledge through books." The initiative is supported by their Field Supervisor, RR Roosita Cindrakasih, who praised the students' ability to identify community needs and develop relevant solutions.

Collected books will be sorted, cleaned, and neatly packaged before being delivered to the school. The student team hopes this new collection will spark students' interest in reading and enhance their creativity. This activity is part of a larger "BSI Explore 2026" initiative running from August 5-25, 2026, across 38 partner villages, aiming to contribute tangibly to equitable educational quality in Indonesia.