Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education Partners with Muhammadiyah's Social Welfare Board to Strengthen Inclusive Education
The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (Kemendikdasmen) of the Republic of Indonesia, together with the Social Welfare Board (MPKS) of the Central Leadership of Muhammadiyah, organised “Ramadan Joy: Breaking the Fast Together with 1,000 Persons with Disabilities.” The event, centred at Baitut Tholibin Mosque in the area of Kemendikdasmen’s building, Senayan, Jakarta, formed part of efforts to strengthen social concern through the holy month’s momentum.
Approximately one thousand persons with disabilities from various communities attended the event. They participated in a series of iftar activities together in a warm and intimate atmosphere.
Beyond sharing the iftar meal, the event also featured various demonstrations of capability from persons with disabilities. These included hadrah performances, poetry recitations, and Quranic recitations in sign language.
With full confidence, the persons with disabilities demonstrated their expertise before the invited guests. This served as proof that physical limitations are not an obstacle to realising one’s potential.
Minister of Primary and Secondary Education Prof Abdul Mu’ti stated that all Indonesian children have equal rights in obtaining quality education. He asserted that physical condition, economic background, and social circumstances should not become barriers for children to receive quality educational services.
According to the minister, the government continues to strengthen inclusive education policy so that children with special needs can obtain equal learning opportunities. One step taken is expanding inclusive education in mainstream schools. Additionally, the number of special education schools (SLB) continues to increase.
Kemendikdasmen strengthens non-formal education through various skills training programmes for Indonesian children, including persons with disabilities. This effort is expected to open opportunities for them to develop whilst increasing their independence.
“We want to ensure that every child has the opportunity to develop. We believe all Indonesian children have the potential to become an excellent generation if given good educational opportunities,” said the minister before the moment of breaking the fast together with participants on Saturday, 14 March 2026.