One day, Anggi's history teacher, Pak Wahyu, assigned a project on the cultural heritage of Indonesia. Anggi was excited to dive deeper into her country's history and traditions. She decided to focus on the Sundanese traditional dance, Bedhaya, which was an integral part of Sundanese culture.
The rise of social media has created a culture of comparison and competition among young women. Platforms like Instagram and TikTok showcase seemingly perfect lives, leading to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. A study by the Indonesian Psychological Association found that 61.4% of adolescents aged 13-18 years old reported experiencing mental health issues, including anxiety and depression. One day, Anggi's history teacher, Pak Wahyu, assigned
That night, Dinda sat on the floor of her kost . She opened her dompet (wallet). Inside was a receipt for a Rp 150,000 matcha latte from a café in Kemang, and a text from her father: "Nak, maaf. Belum bisa kirim. Pabrik belum gajian. Kamu puasa tidak?" (Child, sorry. Can't send money yet. Factory hasn't paid. Are you fasting?) The rise of social media has created a
The photo was her empty plate. The caption: "Pulang kampung. Capek jadi ABG." (Going home to the village. Tired of being a gadis teenager.) That night, Dinda sat on the floor of her kost
High school girls in Indonesia are increasingly categorized into distinct "archetypes" that blend fashion, social class, and values: : This cohort represents suburban or rural youth who blend faith-based values
CEWE is an initiative or concept that aims to empower Indonesian teenagers, particularly young women, to become confident, educated, and entrepreneurial individuals. The CEWE approach focuses on: