We are proud to share exciting news regarding the strengthening of Heka Leka’s operational infrastructure. The Heka Leka Foundation has officially received an ambulance unit granted by the Dharma Wanita Persatuan (DWP) Pusat. The signing and symbolic handover were conducted this past December by the Chairwoman of DWP Pusat, Mrs. Ida Rachmawati Budi Gunadi Sadikin….
Hello Smart Maluku Friends, Collaboration is an absolute requirement for development today. Building a Smart Maluku can be done by anyone, from anywhere. Advances in information and technology have transcended borders and time. It is undeniable that laptops are essential for the teaching and learning process for our children today. Thank you to @bahasabasudara for…
Initially, the Heka Leka Study Group students were hesitant and afraid when invited to join the kickboxing class. They imagined kickboxing to be like boxing on television—having to duel and fight. However, we assured them that this first meeting was just a basic introduction: about what kickboxing is, its benefits, and the important message behind…
The journey to the Banda Education Festival began with a six-hour cruise to Neira, followed by a one-hour motorboat ride until the Education Festival Team finally arrived at Ay Island. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the hospitality of the locals and the warm smiles of our respective mothers and fathers. At this festival, we…
One portrait of education in this region is seen at Sjahrir Island Elementary School. That afternoon, two teachers were teaching fourteen students amidst a nutmeg orchard. Ms. Santi taught first- to third-grade students, while Ms. Mira handled fourth- to sixth-grade students. In between lessons, we discussed developing reading interests and applicable teaching methods within limited…
On Seira Island, learning doesn’t always take place in the classroom. It lives in the village hall, in the playground, at night when teachers should be resting, and in the curious faces of children. Through the Seira Calls Home series of activities, Heka Leka, along with Seira Youth, creates learning spaces that reach all ages,…
The children of Yotowawa (Kisar) welcomed the Kisar Education Festival with great enthusiasm. The festival began with dance performances by schoolchildren and continued with a carnival for early childhood education (PAUD) children from across Kisar Island. The festival also attracted the attention of parents, with many attending and participating. Teachers, students, parents, and youth from…
Hatta Island is the name of a village and island in Banda District, Central Maluku Regency. This year, Hatta Island, located approximately 25 km east of the Banda Islands, was the target of the second Banda Education Festival, following the previous year’s event in Banda Neira. The Hatta Education Festival focused on involving all Hatta…
More than a thousand elementary school students lined up on the field of SMA N 1 Ambon in Ambon City. They came from schools in Ambon City and Central Maluku Regency. One of them was SD N 1 Mamala-Morela, located in Mamala-Morela Village, Leihitu Peninsula, Central Maluku Regency. They had been traveling since dawn. The…