President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia was deeply touched by a heartfelt message from a student at Sekolah Rakyat Junior High School 19 Efata in Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara. The emotional recording was played during a briefing for teachers and principals of Sekolah Rakyat at JIExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta. Sofia Rorista Angel expressed her sincere gratitude to President Prabowo for transforming her life through education at Sekolah Rakyat.
Sofia shared how Sekolah Rakyat had turned her life, once limited, into one full of hope and opportunity. She thanked President Prabowo for his care and support towards children in the East, acknowledging that despite his busy schedule, he prioritized their education. Sofia likened President Prabowo to a parent who had brought her from darkness into light.
She expressed her determination to achieve her dreams, crediting President Prabowo and Sekolah Rakyat for the opportunity they provided. Sofia sent warm greetings from Kupang, the City of Stone, and prayed for the President’s well-being. The moving message brought President Prabowo to tears as he listened.
Sekolah Rakyat, a key program launched on July 14, 2025, aims to offer inclusive and quality education to children from low-income families nationwide. Sofia’s message exemplifies the positive impact of this program in changing the lives of Indonesian children.
