President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia was deeply touched by a heartfelt message from a student at Sekolah Rakyat (People’s School) Junior High School 19 Efata in Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara. Sofia Rorista Angel expressed her sincere gratitude to President Prabowo during a briefing for teachers and principals of Sekolah Rakyat at JIExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta. Sofia shared how Sekolah Rakyat had transformed her life, previously limited but now filled with hope and opportunity. She thanked President Prabowo for his support towards children in the East, comparing him to a parent who brought light into her life. President Prabowo was moved to tears by her touching message.
Sekolah Rakyat, a priority program launched on July 14, 2025, aims to provide inclusive and quality education for children from low-income families nationwide. Sofia’s heartfelt message exemplifies the positive impact of this program on Indonesian children’s lives and their future.
