Palembang, 17 May 2024 - PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (BCA) continues the BCA Berbagi Ilmu series of programs, held in celebration of National Education Day, across various cities. This time, it was the turn of Sriwijaya University students in Palembang to experience a public lecture from BCA Director Lianawaty Suwono. Around 900 Sriwijaya University students participated in the public lecture held at the Auditorium of Sriwijaya University in Indralaya, Palembang, on Friday (17/5).
Carrying the theme “Dancing Beautifully with Uncertainties”, BCA Director Lianawaty Suwono explained, “Since the Covid-19 pandemic, the word ‘uncertainty’ has become increasingly familiar. Uncertainty can be negative, but it can also be rewarding and open up opportunities for us; depending on how we deal with it. For this reason, we need to be observant in spotting opportunities while being skilled and flexible in dealing with challenges in this dynamic era.”
Since the Covid-19 pandemic, the world has been facing uncertainty. The dynamics of economic conditions, geopolitical conflicts, and various social events and natural disasters are the causes. BCA Director Lianawaty Suwono said that students must be able to face these conditions like dancers by prioritizing a calm and confident attitude to unlock pathways to success. She also elaborated the importance of adaptive behavior for students to take advantage of challenges and uncertainties into opportunities, as BCA does.
“At BCA, we believe that adaptation is the key to survival. Since its establishment in 1957, BCA has continued adapting to overcome various challenges and eras. We always prepare risk management to face different possibilities. BCA could not be the company it is today without the ability to adapt to changing times and calmly face various uncertainties,” said Lianawaty Suwono.
The 2024 BCA Berbagi Ilmu program was held at 5 universities, namely BINUS University, Diponegoro University, Bandung Institute of Technology, Sriwijaya University, and Udayana University. BCA Berbagi Ilmu is one of Bakti BCA’s flagship programs in education, to support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of Quality Education and prepare a quality and competitive young generation ahead of the peak demographic bonus in 2030.
In addition to presenting directors to deliver public lectures in person, the BCA Berbagi Ilmu program is complemented by Student Banking Tours & Sharing activities. BCA invited several high school and university students to learn more about banking and financial literacy by visiting BCA branch offices. Moreover, there are also empowerment activities for people with disabilities.
In 2023, the BCA Berbagi Ilmu public lecture series was held at 5 universities in Indonesia and attended by more than 3,000 students. At the same time, the Student Banking Tour was enlivened by the participation of more than 900 students from 18 schools. Finally, around 30 people with disabilities were empowered through skills training, a craft bazaar, and a tour of BCA branch offices.
BCA EVP of Corporate Communications & Social Responsibility Hera F. Haryn said, “BCA Berbagi Ilmu under Bakti BCA is a form of our support for the younger generation to become outstanding human resources and contribute to the Indonesian economy. Moreover, according to BPS, Indonesia is expected to enter the demographic bonus period with a peak period in 2030, indicated by the productive age population that reaches twice the number of children and elderly. We believe the best investment for the younger generation is education. Therefore, Bakti BCA is committed to continue facilitating them with various forms of support.”
Through Bakti BCA, the Company is committed to continue providing various benefits to individuals, communities, and ecosystems. BCA believes that empowered individuals can have a positive impact on their communities. Then, an empowered community can positively contribute to preserving the ecosystem, creating a cycle of mutual influence and connection.
To reinforce this commitment, BCA has launched the #BuktiBaktiCA campaign, which captures the footprint of BCA Bakti activities in collaboration with various stakeholders supporting sustainable development in Indonesia. BCA Bakti programs cover education (Bakti Pendidikan), health (Bakti Kesehatan), community empowerment (Desa Bakti BCA), culture (Bakti Budaya), and the environment (Bakti Lingkungan).
In addition to BCA Berbagi Ilmu, other Bakti Pendidikan programs include teacher training in Eastern Indonesia, support for the digital economy in the form of SYNRGY Accelerator & Academy, Business and Banking Education Program (PPBP) and Informatics Engineering Education Program (PPTI), and competency development for people with disabilities.
Most recently, BCA has officially opened the Bakti BCA 2024 Scholarship program attended by 700 students from 20 universities. Bakti BCA has provided scholarships and training to more than 7,000 outstanding students in Indonesia.
Further information about Bakti BCA can be accessed through the following link http://bca.id/baktibca.
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Seizing Opportunities from Uncertainties - BCA Director Lianawaty Suwono (right) and BCA EVP of Corporate Communication and Social Responsibilities Hera F. Haryn during the BCA Berbagi Ilmu series at the Sriwijaya University Auditorium, Indralaya, Palembang, on Friday (17/5). Carrying the theme “Dancing Beautifully with Uncertainties”, BCA Director Lianawaty Suwono discussed how to deal with uncertainty. According to her, uncertainty can be interpreted negatively, but it can also be rewarding and open up opportunities for us; depending on how we deal with it.
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Commitment to Preparing a Competitive Generation Ready to Face Uncertainty - BCA Director Lianawaty Suwono (center), BCA EVP of Corporate Communication and Social Responsibility Hera F. Haryn (left), Vice-Rector for Student Affairs and Alumni of Sriwijaya University Prof. Dr. dr. Radiati Umi Partan Sp. PD. M.kes (second from right) and Head of BCA Regional Office VI Office Suhardjo Moeliadi (second from left) pose for a photo during the “BCA Berbagi Ilmu'' program themed “Dancing Beautifully with Uncertainties” at the Auditorium of Sriwijaya University in Indralaya, Palembang, Friday (17/5). BCA Berbagi Ilmu is one of Bakti BCA’s flagship programs in the field of education to support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for Quality Education and prepare a quality and competitive young generation ahead of the peak demographic bonus in 2030.
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“BCA Berbagi Ilmu” Palembang Successfully Attracts 900 Sriwijaya University Students - BCA Director Lianawaty Suwono (fourth from left), EVP Corporate Communication Hera F. Haryn (second from left), Vice-Rector for Student Affairs and Alumni of Sriwijaya University Prof. Dr. Radiati Umi Partan Sp. PD. M.kes (fourth from right), and Head of BCA Regional Office VI Office Suhardjo Moeliadi (third from left) pose for a photo with 900 Sriwijaya University students during the BCA Berbagi Ilmu program themed “Dancing Beautifully with Uncertainties'' at Sriwijaya University Auditorium, Palembang, Friday (17/5). The BCA Berbagi Ilmu program was also complemented by Student Banking Tour & Sharing activities. BCA invited several high school and university students to learn more about banking and financial literacy by visiting BCA branch offices. In addition, there were also empowerment activities for people with disabilities.
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About PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (As of 31 March 2024)
BCA is one of the leading commercial banks in Indonesia with the core business of transaction banking. BCA also offers a full range of financial services in consumer, SME, commercial and corporate segments. By the end of March 2024, BCA has the privilege of serving more than 38 million customer accounts, processing around 90 million of daily transactions through a network of 1,258 branches, 19,055 ATMsas well as internet & mobile banking services and Halo BCA contact center that can be accessed 24 hours. BCA’s presence is complemented by a number of subsidiaries focusing on vehicle financing, sharia banking, securities, general and life insurance, digital bank, remittance as well as venture capital business. BCA is committed to building lasting relationships with customers, putting people first, and making a positive impact on society at large. With around 27,000 employees, BCA's vision is to be the bank of choice and a major pillar of the Indonesia economy
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