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Celebrating Diversity and Unity: Insights from Bea Ten Tusscher and Alissa Wahid at Beda Setara Festival Indonesia Rumah Bersama

In southern Yogyakarta, Indonesia, lies a hidden gem that will transport you back in time to the 19th century. Kampoeng Mataraman is a traditional Javanese vill...

Gus Dur's values come alive in Gusdurian: Unlocked minds, open hearts, and a strong will.

Like the sun hitting the earth the heat of the weather seeps into the bones. It's not out of the blue, because today's temperature exceeds thirty degrees Celsiu...

Burmese Days: A Powerful Novel About Imperialism, Racism, and the Human Condition

George Orwell is a master of capturing the everyday experiences in his writing. He has a knack for finding the universal experience in a specific thing so that ...

Malioboro at Night: A Meeting Up with an Uncommon Woman

The on-the-go streets of Malioboro are still filled with people from various countries, coming and going, gathering here for multiple purposes. Saturday, Septem...

How to Be Next in Line to Gus Dur: Embrace and Practice His Nine Core Values

I unlocked the newbie week of September with memorable efforts. Last Friday, September 8, 2023, I was honored to assist as the moderator for the particular book...

The Hijab Dialogue in Indonesia: A Look at the History and Current Challenges

A few days ago, ma professeure – my French teacher – asked me a question that made me think a lot. If she were to go to Indonesia, should she wear a hijab or no...

Meet and Greet FAA PPMI: A "Home" for Alumni Student Journalist Activists from Across Indonesia

The hawkers spotlessly lined up their carts amidst rows of flower boards at the Graduate School building of Yogyakarta State University. It was a boiling mornin...

Katharina Stögmüller's Journey Facing Stereotypes: A Book Review of 'Ich Komme aus Sewon' Toward Diversity

"Mom, when would my hair turn black like the hair of my other friends?" "Doesn’t matter, as soon as you grow up, your hair will by nature turn black." It's a sn...

Eco-Friendly Fashion Transformation: Olin's Women Empowerment Journey Through Sustainable Practices

Have you ever pondered over the possibility of turning onions and shallots skins and kitchen waste into revolutionary raw materials in a sustainable fashion? As...

In-Depth Analysis: Unwise Policies in Discussing Gus Dur's Writing and Their Implications for the Future of Indonesian Democracy

As the sun blazed high in the air, Hamasa Hafidzu as a demagogue Gusdurian activator, carried out his duties as common. Behind setting up tables and chairs, and...

Open up Library: A Book Repository for All Ages on Runduma Island to Foster Sustainable Development

Have you ever wondered how it feels when we are enthusiastic about learning, but there are no books available as a source of knowledge? Or when we wish to go to...

Breaking the Chains of Logical Fallacies: Empowering Intellect and Conscience in Daily Life | Menyiasati Sesat Pikir Book Review

Humans are unique creatures that not only have physical dimensions, but also intellectual and spiritual dimensions. Among the characteristics that distinguish h...

Review of the Novel 'Amba' by Laksmi Pamuntjak: A Tale of Love, History, and Redemption

I bear in mind an interesting quote from one of the renowned Sufis, Jalaluddin Rumi, in his famous rime: With life as short as a half-taken breath, don't plant ...

Book Review: Education in the US, Finland, Poland, and Korea - Insights on Smart Kids, Teaching Quality, and Indigenous Knowledge

I hold that education could be considered a failure when a farmer's child no longer wants to farm, and a fisherman's child stops going to the ocean. I had shown...

Kabar Buruk Hari Ini: Challenging Clickbait News and Upholding Journalistic Integrity - A Book Review on Feature News

I made a deal with that the process of education doesn't have to be limited to classrooms in institutions like campuses or schools. Even coffee shops could beco...

Engage in Stoic Philosophy Discourse at Kineta Coffee: Explore 'Filosofi Teras' in Yogyakarta's Bookish Haven

Have you ever wondered about the real purpose of coffee shops beyond casual meetups and spending money on dates? In the charming urban hub of Yogyakarta, Kineta...

Eid al-Adha: Cultivating Saleh Sosial for Unity, Social Responsibility, and National Harmony

After five years of being unable to celebrate Eid al-Adha in my hometown, on Thursday, June 29th, 2023, I woke up at five thirty this morning. I hurriedly made ...

Serenity and New Acquaintances: Exploring Tenda Daun Café in Surakarta

When I arrived at Solo Balapan Station, I had to wait for my two friends, Rezza and Wawa. The platform was packed with people, making it difficult for them to c...

Exploring Angkringan Enaknan: Affordable Delights, Cozy Ambiance, and Language Enthusiasts in Yogyakarta

This evening, the weather appeared cloudy, which had become a common occurrence for the past few days without any signs of rain. Some of the plants I had cultiv...

IFI Yogyakarta: A Memorable Free Book Bazaar and Immersive Literacy Experience

Last week, I woke up late after spending the night working on several pieces of writing. The weather was pleasantly friendly today, neither too hot nor too chil...