Bandung, 17 October 2025 – PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (BCA) continue its commitment to supporting eye health awareness among Indonesians, especially the younger generation, through the Pemeriksaan dan Deteksi Dini Gangguan Penglihatan bagi Pelajar (Early Detection and Eye Health Check-Up Program for Students), themed “Mata Cemerlang, Prestasi Gemilang”. Under the Bakti BCA Kesehatan pillar, more than 2,100 students from five schools across Greater Bandung received comprehensive eye examinations and early detection services.
Held from early September to October, this initiative coincides with the spirit of World Sight Day (celebrated globally every October) to raise awareness about vision care. The program aims to help students better understand their eye health conditions and provide access to corrective eyewear that supports optimal learning performance.
This closing ceremony took place at SMP Pasundan 1 Bandung, attended by Head of Disease Prevention and Control at the West Java Provincial Health Office Yus Ruseno, Director of Human Resources, Education, and Research at the National Eye Center (PMN) Cicendo Eye Hospital Dr. Elfa Ali Idrus, SpM, EVP Corporate Communication & Social Responsibility BCA Hera F. Haryn, Head of BCA KCU Bandung Renny Angraeny, as well as BCA management and local government representatives.
EVP Corporate Communication & Social Responsibility BCA Hera F. Haryn said, “Healthy vision is a crucial foundation for children to learn and grow, both inside and outside the classroom. Through this program, BCA is expanding access to eye care services for students, particularly in areas where such support is needed most. By providing free eye check-ups and eyeglasses, we hope to create a more inclusive learning environment and nurture a young generation ready to compete and contribute to Indonesia’s future.”
Bandung became the pilot region for ‘Pemeriksaan dan Deteksi Dini Gangguan Penglihatan bagi Pelajar’ collaborative program with Pusat Mata Nasional (PNM) Cicendo Eye Hospital, considering its status as one of Indonesia’s major education hubs with a high student population.
This collaboration between PMN Cicendo Eye Hospital and BCA marks a concrete step toward expanding access to comprehensive eye health services for students. We believe cross-sector partnerships like this are vital to ensuring every child has an equal opportunity to learn with healthy vision,” said Director of HR, Education, and Research at PMN Cicendo Eye Hospital Dr. Elfa Ali Idrus, SpM,.
Throughout the program period, BCA provided free eye examinations to students from MTs Pasundan (Cimahi), SMP Darul Hikmah (West Bandung Regency), SMPN 1 Bale Endah (Bandung Regency), SMPN 1 Ciparay (Bandung Regency), and SMP Pasundan 1 (Bandung City). More than 300 corrective eyeglasses and eye vitamins were distributed symbolically during the closing ceremony, marking the successful conclusion of the month-long initiative.
“We hope this program will inspire junior high school students across Greater Bandung to achieve their best potential and see a brighter future ahead,” added Hera.
BCA’s commitment to improving eye health for Indonesians is also reflected in its annual free cataract surgery initiative, which has helped restore proper vision for more than 9,824 beneficiaries to date. In 2025, the cataract operations were conducted in East Halmahera (North Maluku), Kapuas (Central Kalimantan), Lebong (Bengkulu), and Tasikmalaya (West Java).
Beyond eye health, under the Bakti BCA, the company consistently supports public well-being through other health-focused initiatives, including free health screenings (covering hypertension, diabetes, blood pressure, and uric acid checks) and the Donor Darah Bakti BCA Program, which has collected over 15,500 blood bags for communities across Indonesia.
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BCA Collaborates with PMN Cicendo Eye Hospital to Provide Free Eye Examinations for Over 2,100 Students in Greater Bandung – Head of Disease Prevention & Control at West Java Provincial Health Office Yus Ruseno (far right, photo 1), Director of HR, Education, and Research at PMN Cicendo Eye Hospital Dr. Elfa Ali Idrus, SpM (third right, photo 1), EVP Corporate Communication & Social Responsibility BCA Hera F. Haryn (fourth right, photo 1), BCA management, local officials, and school principals attended the closing ceremony of the “Mata Cemerlang, Prestasi Gemilang” program held at SMP Pasundan 1 Bandung on Friday (17/10).
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Greater Bandung Becomes the Pilot Area for BCA’s “Early Detection and Eye Health Check-Up for Students” Program – Throughout the initiative, BCA provided free eye examinations to students from five schools, distributed more than 300 corrective eyeglasses and eye vitamins, and conducted awareness sessions on eye health. Through this program, BCA aims to foster a more inclusive learning experience and shape a young generation ready to compete and contribute to the nation’s progress.
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About PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (as of 30 June 2025)
BCA is one of Indonesia's leading banks that focuses on transaction banking and provides credit facilities and financial solutions for corporate, commercial, SME, and consumer segments. At the end of June 2025, BCA served more than 42 million customer accounts, supported by 1.264 branch offices, 19.854 ATMs, as well as internet & mobile banking services and Halo BCA contact center that can be accessed 24 hours. BCA's presence is supported by a number of subsidiaries that focus on vehicle financing, sharia banking, securities, general and life insurance, digital banking, remittances, and venture capital. BCA is committed to building long-term relationships with customers, prioritizing mutual interests, and creating a positive impact on society at large. With more than 27.000 employees, BCA's vision is to be the bank of choice for the people and an important pillar of the Indonesian economy.
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