Strengthening Family Economic Resilience, Pertamina Distributes 118,000 Food Packages
Marking Kartini Day, PT Pertamina (Persero) held a series of social and educational activities, including the distribution of food aid to underprivileged communities. Additionally, Pertamina conducted an energy-wise campaign at its Jakarta headquarters on Monday (21/4/2026).
This initiative embodies Pertamina’s commitment to supporting women’s empowerment while delivering tangible benefits to society through strengthening family economic resilience.
Pertamina’s Deputy Chief Executive, Oki Muraza, stated that Kartini Day serves as a moment to remind us of the strategic role of women in families and society.
“When women are healthy, families become stronger. When women are empowered, society progresses as well. We realise the spirit of Kartini through programmes that directly benefit the community, one of which is providing food aid to underprivileged groups. It may seem simple, but for many families, this is very helpful,” said Oki during the Kartini event in Jakarta.
Pertamina’s Corporate Secretary, Arya Dwi Paramita, noted that women play a crucial role as agents of change, including in maintaining family health and managing household needs wisely.
“Through this activity, Pertamina presents programmes that directly address community needs, both through food aid and energy-wise education. This is part of efforts to promote more efficient, sustainable lifestyles that impact family welfare,” said Arya.
Arya added that on this Kartini Day, Pertamina symbolically distributed 1,000 food packages. Overall, from February to April 2026, Pertamina has distributed more than 118,000 food packages across Indonesia.
The distributed food commodities include more than 576,000 kg of rice, 127,000 kg of granulated sugar, 130,000 litres of cooking oil, more than 1,000 kg of wheat flour, and over 57,000 boxes of biscuits, instant coffee, milk, sardines, and sweet soy sauce.
“This programme not only provides direct economic benefits but also has broader social value. The proceeds from the sale of affordable food packages are redistributed to the community for social activities in the surrounding areas,” said Arya.
Pertamina’s Vice President of Corporate Communication, Muhammad Baron, added that this series of activities reflects Pertamina’s role in delivering energy that extends beyond products to providing social benefits for society.
“Through Kartini Day, Pertamina aims to strengthen women’s roles as drivers of healthy, independent families who use energy wisely. Education on efficient energy use is an important part in supporting higher-quality and sustainable daily lives,” said Baron.
Pertamina ensures that the food aid distribution programme runs evenly with the Pertamina Group, as well as support from local governments and various stakeholders, including social institutions, religious organisations, and foundations.
The selection of beneficiaries is conducted jointly with local governments to ensure the programme is targeted and truly reaches those in need.
The food aid programme for underprivileged communities is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to deliver energy that not only powers activities but also brings benefits to the welfare of society throughout Indonesia.