President Prabowo Subianto from 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. The emotional recording was played during a briefing for teachers and principals of Sekolah Rakyat at JIExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta, on Friday. Sofia Rorista Angel expressed her sincere gratitude to President Prabowo for transforming her life through education at Sekolah Rakyat, expressing how the school had brought hope and opportunity to her previously limited life.
Sofia praised President Prabowo for his care and support towards children in the East, highlighting his efforts to ensure that children like her have access to education despite his busy schedule running the country. She likened President Prabowo to a caring parent who had lifted her from darkness into the light, emphasizing her determination to achieve her dreams thanks to the opportunity provided by Sekolah Rakyat. Her message conveyed prayers for the President’s well-being and warm greetings from Kupang, City of Stone, moving President Prabowo to tears as he listened.
Sekolah Rakyat, a priority program introduced by the government on July 14, 2025, aims to offer inclusive and quality education to children from low-income and extremely poor families across Indonesia. Sofia’s heartfelt message exemplifies the positive impact of this program on the lives of Indonesian children, showcasing how education can transform and uplift communities.
