19 October 2024
Harita Nickel, an integrated and sustainable nickel mining and processing company located on Obi Island, has launched the Harita Gemilang (Bright Young Generation of Obi) scholarship program. This initiative opens valuable opportunities for students from Obi, particularly those hailing from underprivileged backgrounds, to receive financial assistance in completing their higher education. Through this endeavor, Harita Nickel is not just investing in individual futures but also paving the way for a brighter community ahead.
To enhance information accessibility and foster community participation, Harita Nickel has rolled out a Roadshow for the Harita Gemilang Scholarship across 34 villages in five districts of Obi Island. Running from October 9 to 17, 2024, this event serves as a vibrant platform for interaction among various stakeholders, including district and village officials as well as the parents of students.
“For the company, this initiative is not merely about promoting scholarships; it’s about building strong bonds and trust between Harita Nickel and the local community to create a brighter future for the youth of Obi,” explains Ifan Farianda, Community Development Manager at Harita Nickel.
Harita Gemilang Scholarship program is part of Community Development and Empowerment Program (PPM) in the education sector, which focuses on supporting students from Obi Island. Through this program, Harita Nickel hopes that more and more of Obi’s young generation will continue their higher education and ultimately contribute back to the advancement of their region.
“The goal is not only to achieve academic success, but also to shape future leaders who can drive the nation's progress, particularly on Obi Island,” Ifan said, underscoring the broader vision behind the Harita Gemilang scholarship program.
The Harita Gemilang scholarships are divided into two main categories: the Harita Gemilang Prestasi Scholarship for students with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.5 and above, and the Harita Gemilang Harapan Scholarship for those with GPAs ranging from 3.0 to 3.5. Recipients will receive educational assistance ranging from IDR 5,000,000 to IDR 7,500,000 per semester, depending on the category awarded.
The local community, including village and district governments, responded positively to the program. The district head of Obi, Ali La Jarahiya, appreciates the scholarship initiative, noting that it greatly helps families with education costs. “This scholarship provides better support for the community, especially in covering the expenses of higher education,” he says.
Ali also emphasizes the importance of the program's sustainability and his readiness to assist in promoting it within the village governments, ensuring that more community members are aware of and can benefit from the opportunity.
To guarantee that information is easily accessible and transparent, Harita Nickel has designated its Instagram account as the primary communication channel. Prospective scholarship recipients can find all the essential information regarding requirements, registration, and timelines for the Harita Gemilang Scholarship. Applications have been open since October 4, 2024, and will close on November 10, 2024. Following that, the administrative selection process will take place from November 10 to 30, 2024, with scholarship recipients to be announced between December 10 and 12, 2024.
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