Jakarta, November 11, 2026 – As part of its commitment to supporting the capacity development of Yayasan Karya Salemba Empat (KSE) scholarship recipients, OCBC Bank organized a Literacy Day focused on enhancing financial literacy and academic writing skills. The initiative reflects a shared effort to equip university students with relevant knowledge and practical skills to support their personal growth, both in academic settings and everyday life.
The event was attended by Aleta Hanafi, Brand and Communication Head of OCBC Bank, and Firdila Sari, Vice Chairperson II of KSE, who delivered opening remarks. A total of 31 KSE scholarship recipients from three partner universities, namely Universitas Indonesia (UI), Universitas Negeri Jakarta (UNJ), and Syarif Hidayatullah State Islamic University (UIN Jakarta), actively participated in the series of activities.
Literacy Day featured two interactive and practical learning sessions designed to enhance participants’ knowledge and competencies.
The first session focused on financial literacy through the Financial Edu Board Game, facilitated by OCBC teams. Through this educational game, participants explored fundamental financial management concepts in an engaging and interactive learning environment. The session aimed to help students develop a better understanding of the importance of making informed, responsible, and prudent financial decisions.
The second session addressed digital literacy through a presentation entitled “Making Wise Use of Digital Media to Enhance Academic Writing,” delivered by Nasrullah Nara, Senior Journalist and Editor at Harian Kompas. Participants gained insights into the responsible use of digital media to support the writing process, particularly in producing high-quality academic work. The session also highlighted the importance of digital literacy, accuracy, and information processing skills in supporting students’ academic pursuits.
Through Literacy Day, OCBC Bank and KSE aim to ensure that scholarship recipients receive more than just financial assistance to access higher education. They are also provided with opportunities to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate an increasingly dynamic environment. Strengthening financial and digital literacy is an essential part of preparing students to become more independent, adaptable, and ready to navigate the professional world.
This collaboration highlights the importance of synergy between the business sector and educational institutions in supporting the development of Indonesia’s younger generation. KSE greatly appreciates OCBC’s support through Literacy Day, which represents a meaningful contribution to expanding learning opportunities and strengthening the capacity of KSE scholarship recipients.