PT Telkom Indonesia’s initiative, the Innovillage program, is set to invigorate digital village development by investing Rp 5.5 billion to support creative projects from 165 student groups across Indonesia.
The Innovillage program, spearheaded by PT Telkom Indonesia in collaboration with Telkom University, is a dynamic platform that aims to integrate digital innovation into village economies through the participation and creativity of university students.
The Innovillage program, initiated by Telkom Indonesia, allocates Rp 5.5 billion to fund 165 student groups from various universities, encouraging them to develop innovative digital solutions for rural economies.
Dida Didah Diah Damajanti, Vice Rector of Telkom University, emphasizes the program’s focus on creative and sustainable ideas that can transform villages into digital hubs, boosting the local economy.
Launched in October 2023, the program has received widespread participation with 2,385 students, 446 faculty advisors from 101 universities, and 795 proposals from 30 provinces in Indonesia, mainly focusing on sustainable development goals (SDGs).
Hery Susanto from Telkom Indonesia highlights the program’s significant benefits to society, urging selected student groups to maximize their community service impact and receive boot camp training before project implementation.
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The Innovillage program, now in its third year, continues to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and real-world applications, providing a robust platform for students to directly engage with and contribute to community development.
The Innovillage program demonstrates Telkom Indonesia’s commitment to fostering a new generation of digital innovators and sociopreneurs. Through this initiative, students are not only gaining valuable experience but also contributing significantly to the digital transformation of rural communities in Indonesia.
PT Telkom Indonesia’s Innovillage program invests Rp 5.5 billion in fostering digital village development. The program, involving 165 student groups from across Indonesia, aims to encourage innovative digital solutions for village economies, aligning with sustainable development goals and enhancing community engagement.
Source: Batam Today, Republika (2023)
