PANGKALPINANG -- Education plays a vital role in shaping the future of younger generations and serves as a key foundation for national development. Therefore, PT TIMAH (Persero) Tbk continues to implement various initiatives to support education across its operational areas.
PT TIMAH’s commitment to education is consistently realized through a range of programs that reach different levels of education.
One tangible example of this commitment is the Pemali Boarding School, which has now reached its 26th year as part of the company’s contribution to preparing high-quality human resources toward Indonesia Gold 2045.
For more than two decades, Pemali Boarding School—formerly known as the PT TIMAH Scholarship Class Program, which began in 2000—has been one of the company’s flagship programs in the education sector.
This program not only provides access to quality education for young people but also serves as a platform for character building, discipline, and the development of students’ academic potential.
The presence of Pemali Boarding School reflects PT TIMAH’s ongoing efforts to support the improvement of education quality within its operational areas. To date, the program has produced more than 800 alumni who are now contributing in various fields.
Beyond Pemali Boarding School, PT TIMAH continues to strengthen its contributions through various other educational initiatives. The company actively supports improvements in educational facilities and infrastructure, ranging from early childhood education to secondary schools.
The educational infrastructure assistance includes classroom renovations, support for teaching and learning facilities, and the provision of resources aimed at creating a more comfortable and conducive learning environment for students.
In addition, PT TIMAH provides educational scholarships for both high-achieving students and those from underprivileged families. This program is expected to expand opportunities for young people to continue their education and pursue their aspirations.
The company’s commitment is also demonstrated through efforts to enhance the capacity of educators. PT TIMAH regularly conducts training programs for teachers through initiatives such as Gernas Tastaka and Teacher Literacy programs to support the development of competencies, teaching methods, and adaptability to the evolving challenges in education.
Through these various initiatives, PT TIMAH’s support for education is not solely focused on academic aspects but also on building a stronger educational ecosystem, encompassing students, educators, and supporting facilities.
The Department Head of Corporate Communication of PT TIMAH (Persero) Tbk, Anggi Siahaan, stated that the company’s commitment to education represents a concrete effort to improve the quality of human resources in mining communities, and that these programs are carried out sustainably.
“Education is not merely a program, but a hope for the future. We believe every child deserves access to quality education, the opportunity to grow with confidence, and the space to achieve their dreams. Therefore, the company strives to be present through support for educational facilities, scholarships, teacher capacity development, and coaching programs such as Pemali Boarding School,” said Anggi.
“We hope that the small steps taken by PT TIMAH today can contribute to the emergence of a smarter, more character-driven generation that is ready to drive progress for the region and the nation toward Indonesia Gold 2045,” she continued.
One of the scholarship recipients, Naurah Ashira, expressed her happiness and gratitude to PT TIMAH Tbk for providing educational support at SMAN 1 Pemali.
“I have experienced many benefits from the PT TIMAH scholarship program, especially in helping to ease my parents’ financial burden,” she said.
“The PT TIMAH scholarship class program helps improve the quality of human resources in mining communities. It helps us pursue our dreams, as long as we are willing to work hard in our studies,” she added.
