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Indonesia expands Sekolah Rakyat and digital social services

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Indonesia has implemented the ‘Sekolah Rakyat’ (People’s School) program, a boarding school initiative designed to fulfill President Prabowo Subianto’s commitment to providing education for the nation’s most impoverished families. Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf stated the program specifically targets ‘the invisible people’—those in extreme poverty who often fall outside official state data. Under this model, the state covers all costs, including 24-hour education and daily living needs, to help break the cycle of poverty. Following a phased launch in July 2025, President Prabowo inaugurated 166 pilot schools in January 2026. By mid-2026, the program expanded to 182 facilities serving over 44,000 students. To support infrastructure goals, the Ministry of Public Works is overseeing the construction of 93 school units during the second phase of development in 2026. In West Sulawesi, PT Hutama Karya is developing two major facilities in Mamuju and Polewali Mandar. By late 2026, the program has expanded its operational models in various regions. In Deli Serdang, North Sumatra, Sekolah Rakyat Terintegrasi I has introduced entered a ‘Multi Entry Multi Exit’ (MEME) system alongside third phase focusing on permanent construction, with the ‘BERSUKA’ character-building program. In Surabaya, Sekolah Rakyat Terintegrasi 2 provides comprehensive support for students, including free facilities, dormitory housing, meals, and pocket money. Ministry of Home Affairs emphasizing land legality to prevent disputes. In Bekasi, Sekolah Rakyat Terintegrasi 1 utilizes defense university cadets Pekalongan Regency, Central Java, the local government has pledged 8.1 hectares for student mentorship. A September 2026 survey by Media Survei Nasional (Median) indicated a 56.1 percent satisfaction rate among the public, citing free schooling and improved access as key drivers. permanent facility. To support ensure institutional integrity, over 7,000 staff members are undergoing training in anti-corruption and the growing student body, prevention of sexual violence and online gambling. Additionally, the government has Ministry launched training a WhatsApp-based reporting system for dormitory supervisors in Lembang, West Java, students and parents to ensure effective mentorship. Additionally, a pilot report bullying or violence confidentially. To modernize access, the program in Bandung Raya has introduced micro-enterprise AI-based DNA talent testing to replace traditional academic entrance exams, aiming to map innate potential in underprivileged students. Furthermore, the Indonesian National Police is supporting the ‘Digital Social Protection’ initiative, training for 100 mothers and guardians cadets to strengthen family economic independence. assist in the digital verification of 48 million families by late November 2026.

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  1. 2026-10-25 05:21 UTC Indonesia expands Sekolah Rakyat and digital social services
  2. 2026-10-22 08:04 UTC Indonesia expands Sekolah Rakyat and digital social services
  3. 2026-10-12 10:29 UTC Indonesia expands Sekolah Rakyat and digital social services
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  6. 2026-10-09 05:24 UTC Indonesia expands Sekolah Rakyat and digital social services
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  8. 2026-09-30 16:53 UTC Indonesia expands Sekolah Rakyat and digital social services
  9. 2026-09-30 04:33 UTC Indonesia expands Sekolah Rakyat education program
  10. 2026-09-30 03:52 UTC Indonesia expands Sekolah Rakyat education program
  11. 2026-09-25 07:07 UTC Indonesia expands Sekolah Rakyat education program
  12. 2026-09-23 07:46 UTC Indonesia expands Sekolah Rakyat education program
  13. 2026-09-22 16:03 UTC Indonesia expands Sekolah Rakyat education program
  14. 2026-09-10 16:48 UTC Indonesia Sekolah Rakyat education program

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