Child-Friendly Recreation Deemed to Support Growth and Development
JAKARTA – Access to safe and child-friendly recreation spaces is considered to support children’s growth and development, complementing the role of education and health. To mark National Children’s Day, a number of parties held activities inviting children to interact, enjoy recreation and learn together with their families.
One such event was organised by CGV Cinemas Indonesia together with Make-A-Wish Indonesia through the CGV Cares for Children social responsibility programme at CGV Grand Indonesia on Wednesday (22 July). The activity was attended by wish children, wish alumni, volunteers and accompanying guardians.
Participants took part in a number of activities, such as decorating bungeoppang – fish-shaped cakes – and donuts before watching a children’s film in the SCREENX auditorium, which uses a 270-degree panoramic screen.
Chief Executive Officer of CGV Cinemas Indonesia, Mark Nah, said that cinemas are not merely places to watch films, but can also serve as spaces for children to interact and spend time with their families.
“Through CGV Cares for Children, we want to provide meaningful experiences for children. We hope CGV can continue to be a space for entertainment as well as beneficial learning for more Indonesian children,” Mark said on Thursday (23 July 2026).
The film screened told the adventure story of Moana, carrying messages about courage, hope and the spirit to face challenges. The story encourages children to believe in their own abilities and to keep pursuing their dreams.
Founder and Chief Financial Officer of Make-A-Wish Indonesia, Julienne Sunarjo, said National Children’s Day serves as a reminder that every child has the right to enjoy a childhood filled with happiness and hope.
“We are grateful to CGV Indonesia and all our partners who have brought a day full of laughter, togetherness and beautiful memories to the families of Make-A-Wish Indonesia,” she said.
The programme is one of CGV’s social responsibility initiatives targeting children. The company currently operates 73 cinemas with 416 screens spread across more than 30 cities in Indonesia.