On August 5, 2018, a devastating 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck Lombok. Schools and other activities were put on hold for quite some time. Many people lost their livelihoods, and thousands gathered in refugee camps. After reaching out to provide assistance, connecting with the local communities, and building relationships, Titian Foundation saw an opportunity to empower the …
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Facing delayed success can often be a daunting experience for many young people. At Titian, each young person is guided not only to focus on success or achieving their final goals but also on their journey. Along this path, they face challenges and obstacles that can sometimes impact their psychological well-being. However, they eventually realize …
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When a child is born, many external factors begin to shape their development as a human being, including the influence and information they receive from their environment. These external components affect a person’s character, guiding how they respond to and handle various life events. The word ‘character’ comes from the Greek word ‘charassein’, which means …
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The alumni of Titian Lombok Generation 1 and 2, the early graduates, felt proud when visiting the new Titian CLC to celebrate the Send-off of their younger peers, Generation 3. They were very happy and touched—recalling their struggles when they were still Titian scholarship students. By attending this event, they expressed their appreciation to their …
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At the end of the event, we held a symbolic session by releasing a dove. As that was done, I was thinking: Just like doves, wherever we are released, wherever we will be, no matter how much we have grown, we will always remember where we came from… Thank you, Titian family. Send-off is an …
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Their gestures showed alertness and their eyes radiated curiosity. One by one, they knelt and sat nicely. On that day, at CLC Titian Pemenang, they gained new insights from the Deputy Regent of North Lombok, Danny Carter Febrianto Ridawan. There were no barriers between them—Pak Danny made them comfortable by positioning himself as an ‘older …
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Thousands of miles away from Indonesia, students at Thomas’s Battersea Preparatory School in London embarked on a mesmerizing week-long exploration, or quest, centred around the theme of “Beautiful Batik”. Batik, an ancient art form originating in Indonesia, boasts a rich and vibrant history dating back over a millennium. Its name is derived from the Javanese …
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On a radiant morning, the atmosphere was filled with excitement in Sumur Mual Hamlet, Pemenang. Faces displayed eager curiosity: a learning centre was ready to be inaugurated amidst the villagers, bringing a new era of learning and empowerment for the surrounding community. That day marked the pinnacle of the hard work of a team driven …
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The new chapter of Titian’s story begins. At the beginning of the year 2024, various activities have started at Titian’s new Community Learning Centre (CLC) in Pemenang, Lombok. This marks the beginning of Titian’s journey in the Sumur Mual Village. Hope is on the rise for the younger generation in North Lombok within the building …
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In North Lombok, Titian Foundation scholarship students are actively working to enhance their self-literacy skills and raise literacy awareness in their surroundings. This initiative emerged at the onset of their participation in the Literacy Class, which has been ongoing from November 2022 to the end of 2023. Titian facilitators engaged the students in various discussions …
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The year 2023 marks the cultural exchange between Qatar and Indonesia, filled with various exciting activities. In late October 2023, professional volunteers from Qatar Museums representing various countries visited SMKN 1 ROTA Bayat, Klaten, as part of the Qatar Years of Culture 2023 programme. This initiative is the result of a longstanding relationship between the …
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In this era, classic classroom-based learning methods still hold strong value, but various new challenges brought about by technological advancements remind us to continually balance it with experiential learning outside the classroom. Titian recognizes that experiential learning is equally important as theoretical learning within the classroom. Equipping students with life skills is crucial to prepare …
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