The Spirit of Indonesia’s Youth Pledge (Sumpah Pemuda) came alive at PT Halmahera Jaya Feronikel (HJF) employee complex, where hundreds of young Harita Nickel employees gathered for Youth Forum 2025. Carrying the theme “The Voice of Indonesian Youth: Echoing Through Creative Content,” the event became a platform for Harita’s young talents to learn, share, and ignite inspiration through digital creativity.
Unlike previous events, this Youth Forum offered a fresh and vibrant festival-style concept. In collaboration with Hero Creative, Harita Nickel’s internal creative team, the event combined inspirational talks, live music performances, and local culinary delights. Strings of colorful lights and lanterns illuminated the path to the main stage, setting a lively and youthful tone for the evening.
The event opened with acoustic performances and stand-up comedy, breaking the ice and drawing laughter from the crowd. Amid applause and conversation, employees from various Harita Nickel business units enjoyed an array of food stalls spread across the venue.
In his opening remarks, Roy Martua Sigiro, Deputy Head of Technical Support at PT Karunia Permai Sentosa (KPS), emphasized that the Youth Forum serves as a platform to spark enthusiasm and unlock the potential of Harita Nickel’s young generation.
“Through this Youth Forum, we want to show that the voices of Harita Nickel’s youth don’t stop within the Obi site—they resonate outward, reaching families, friends, and the wider community. The spirit of collaboration and idea-sharing is the key to building a strong and highly competitive team,” he said.
The inspiration-sharing session, led by Yoan Isey Jeaniti, Digital & Social Media Manager of Harita Nickel, featured three creative content creators: Marischka Prudence (Prue), Febrian, and Kadek Arini. They shared best practices on crafting compelling hooks, structuring stories, maintaining stylistic consistency, and building community trust authentically.
Prue underscored the power of storytelling in delivering impactful messages, citing the Koin untuk Prita movement as an example of digital solidarity creating real social change.
Febrian, known for his environmental and social narratives, shared practical tips for crafting compelling stories. “Start with the most engaging part as your hook—make your audience curious enough to follow until the end,” he advised.
Meanwhile, Kadek Arini emphasized the importance of building value-based digital communities rooted in trust. “Trust is the foundation of a community. When you hold onto your values and integrity, your audience will believe in you and move together to create positive change,” she said.
During their visit to Obi, the speakers also toured the mining and processing facilities, explored Obi’s natural beauty, and met beneficiaries of Harita Nickel’s Community Development and Empowerment (PPM) programs.
Their messages echoed the spirit of Youth Pledge Day, inspiring Harita Nickel’s young generation to take initiative, speak up, and keep learning. “Don’t be afraid to start—small actions can make a big impact,” said Febrian.
For many participants, Youth Forum was an inspiring and memorable experience. Wigit Yan Sukmawan, Community Development Supervisor at Harita Nickel, said he was thrilled to meet creators he had long followed online.
Meanwhile, Christoforus Nanda Rahardian, Employee Relations Specialist at Harita Nickel, described the event as both entertaining and educational. “Youth Forum successfully delivered an engaging event for the younger generation—entertaining yet full of meaningful insights,” he noted.
Attended by over 300 young employees and company representatives at the Obi site, Youth Forum 2025 stands as living proof that the spirit of Sumpah Pemuda continues to thrive within Harita Nickel—empowering collaboration, creativity, and positive change for both the company and the community.[]