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School Libraries for Children in Aceh Tamiang: Rebuilding Access to Literacy After the Disaster
By Gugah Nurani Indonesia
6 July 2026
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Aceh Tamiang, June 23, 2026 – As part of its commitment to supporting post-disaster education recovery while improving children's literacy in Indonesia, PT KOMIPO Energy Indonesia, in collaboration with Yayasan Gugah Nurani Indonesia (GNI), inaugurated newly built libraries at two elementary schools in Aceh Tamiang Regency, Aceh Province: SDN Babo and SDN 01 Percontohan.
The two schools were selected due to the severe impact of the flash floods that struck the area in November 2025. Complementing the physical reconstruction efforts, GNI and PT KOMIPO Energy Indonesia focused on restoring children's access to literacy, particularly for those living in remote areas of Aceh Tamiang.
Each school received support in the form of 875 books, one Smart TV, and 15 folding tables. These new library facilities are expected to provide safe, comfortable, and child-friendly learning spaces that nurture children's development while encouraging reading habits, creativity, and enthusiasm for learning.
The library inauguration took place on June 23, 2026, and was attended by various stakeholders, reflecting the collaborative partnership between the government, the private sector, and civil society organizations.
Among those in attendance were Drs. Sepriyanto, Acting Head of the Aceh Tamiang Regency Education Office, representing the Aceh Tamiang Regency Government; Mr. Yang Soo Lim, President Director of PT KOMIPO Energy Indonesia; Fransisca Sianturi, Executive Director of Yayasan Gugah Nurani Indonesia; Nurdi, Principal of SDN 01 Percontohan; and Ahmad, Principal of SDN Babo.
In his remarks, the President Director of PT KOMIPO Energy Indonesia emphasized that education is a fundamental pillar of sustainable community development. Through this collaboration, the company hopes to make a meaningful contribution to improving the quality of education while providing children with greater opportunities to learn and build a brighter future.
Meanwhile, the Executive Director of Yayasan Gugah Nurani Indonesia expressed her appreciation to PT KOMIPO Energy Indonesia for its trust and commitment to supporting education. She highlighted that cross-sector collaboration is key to creating lasting change for children, particularly those living in disaster-affected communities.
The Aceh Tamiang Regency Government also expressed its appreciation for the support provided through the construction of the libraries. The availability of improved learning facilities is expected to enhance the quality of education and strengthen literacy culture within the school communities.
Through the establishment of libraries at SDN Babo and SDN 01 Percontohan, PT KOMIPO Energy Indonesia and Yayasan Gugah Nurani Indonesia hope to create inspiring and inclusive learning spaces for every student. This initiative demonstrates how collaboration between the private sector, non-profit organizations, and government can create meaningful impact in advancing quality and sustainable education.
The two schools were selected due to the severe impact of the flash floods that struck the area in November 2025. Complementing the physical reconstruction efforts, GNI and PT KOMIPO Energy Indonesia focused on restoring children's access to literacy, particularly for those living in remote areas of Aceh Tamiang.
Each school received support in the form of 875 books, one Smart TV, and 15 folding tables. These new library facilities are expected to provide safe, comfortable, and child-friendly learning spaces that nurture children's development while encouraging reading habits, creativity, and enthusiasm for learning.
The library inauguration took place on June 23, 2026, and was attended by various stakeholders, reflecting the collaborative partnership between the government, the private sector, and civil society organizations.
Among those in attendance were Drs. Sepriyanto, Acting Head of the Aceh Tamiang Regency Education Office, representing the Aceh Tamiang Regency Government; Mr. Yang Soo Lim, President Director of PT KOMIPO Energy Indonesia; Fransisca Sianturi, Executive Director of Yayasan Gugah Nurani Indonesia; Nurdi, Principal of SDN 01 Percontohan; and Ahmad, Principal of SDN Babo.
In his remarks, the President Director of PT KOMIPO Energy Indonesia emphasized that education is a fundamental pillar of sustainable community development. Through this collaboration, the company hopes to make a meaningful contribution to improving the quality of education while providing children with greater opportunities to learn and build a brighter future.
Meanwhile, the Executive Director of Yayasan Gugah Nurani Indonesia expressed her appreciation to PT KOMIPO Energy Indonesia for its trust and commitment to supporting education. She highlighted that cross-sector collaboration is key to creating lasting change for children, particularly those living in disaster-affected communities.
The Aceh Tamiang Regency Government also expressed its appreciation for the support provided through the construction of the libraries. The availability of improved learning facilities is expected to enhance the quality of education and strengthen literacy culture within the school communities.
Through the establishment of libraries at SDN Babo and SDN 01 Percontohan, PT KOMIPO Energy Indonesia and Yayasan Gugah Nurani Indonesia hope to create inspiring and inclusive learning spaces for every student. This initiative demonstrates how collaboration between the private sector, non-profit organizations, and government can create meaningful impact in advancing quality and sustainable education.
