SAPA Lansia Programme Promotes Elderly Empowerment Through Batik
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The SAPA Lansia Vol. 2 programme has provided an empowerment space for elderly residents through batik cultural preservation and stronger intergenerational relationships at an event held in the grounds of Jatiasih Sub-district, Bekasi City.
Chairperson of SAPA Lansia Vol. 2 Hafidah Anindya Priyambodo said the activity aimed to provide a space for appreciation while raising public awareness of the role of older people in safeguarding cultural heritage.
“Through SAPA Lansia Vol. 2, we want to support older people to remain active, empowered, and appreciated by society. We hope this event not only provides a meaningful experience for participants, but also raises public awareness of the important role older people play in preserving cultural values and strengthening ties between generations,” said Hafidah in a statement on Monday.
The series of activities began with a discussion featuring the Head of the Bekasi Batik Community, Barito Hakim Putra, Head of the Jatiasih Senior Citizens’ School, Chan Widyatno, LSPR Community Development lecturer Rizka Septiana, and Hafidah Anindya Priyambodo.
The discussion highlighted the importance of collaboration between communities, educational institutions, and society in creating inclusive spaces so that older people can continue to create through various creative and educational activities.
In addition, the organisers launched SELASIH Magazine, which documents the activities and works of participants as a form of appreciation for the elderly’s contributions throughout the programme.
Head of the SELASIH Senior Citizens’ School, Mami Chan, said creative activities give older people the opportunity to continue developing their potential while interacting with society.
The organisers hope the event can strengthen social interaction, creativity, and togetherness between the younger generation and older people, while encouraging the emergence of more sustainable empowerment programmes for the elderly.