# Central Java poverty alleviation initiatives

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/central-java-poverty-alleviation-initiatives
> Updated: 2026-10-22T02:44:36.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Central Java Governor Ahmad Luthfi has introduced several programs aimed at reducing poverty through education and regional development. In September 2026, Luthfi was recognized for initiating the Partnership School Program (Sekolah Kemitraan), which utilizes private school capacity to expand educational access for underprivileged families. The program uses the provincial budget to cover costs for students, addressing the shortage of seats in public institutions.

By October 2026, the provincial government expanded its focus toward religious students (santri) through the ‘Pesantren Obah’ program. This initiative, led by Vice Governor Taj Yasin Maimoen, provides scholarships, business development, and assistance for Islamic boarding schools to encourage entrepreneurship and combat the regional poverty rate, which affects approximately 3.6 million people.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-22: Ahmad Luthfi urges Central Java students to combat poverty

Central Java Governor Ahmad Luthfi has called on 555,000 santri to combat regional poverty through entrepreneurship and economic development during National Santri Day.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ahmad-luthfi-urges-central-java-students-to-combat-poverty

### 2026-09-26: Ahmad Luthfi recognized for initiating Indonesia's first Partnership School Program

Central Java Governor Ahmad Luthfi received an award for initiating Indonesia's first Partnership School Program, which uses private school capacity to provide subsidized education for underprivileged students.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ahmad-luthfi-recognized-for-initiating-indonesias-first-partnership-school-program

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