An integral part of Indonesia’s cultural heritage, batik not only plays a part in traditional rituals, but also holds a significant presence in the world of global fashion. To support the preservation of this timeless art while empowering the women of Pangkalan Kerinci, APRIL and Asia Pacific Rayon (APR) have teamed up to hold a joint batik training session this year. Themed “Batik Pattern Design and Colour Composition Training,” this year’s training was conducted by academics and fashionistas from the Maranatha Christian University. “It is necessary to increase design creativity to prevent batik patterns from becoming monotonous,” shares participant Ayu Ningsih of Rumah Batik Andalan Pelalawan. “We choose colour compositions and place motifs so that Riau batiks can have their own characteristics.” “We have been encouraging the growth of Batik in Riau since 2013,” says Sundari Berlian, Operational Manager of RAPP. “We need to continue to adapt to market trends to survive at the national and international levels.” Batik training such as these is a proponent in economic progress, as well as a symbol of how corporations and communities can collaborate in preserving the traditions of a land. It also drives the APRIL2030 and APR2030 initiatives in supporting gender equality and inclusive growth through empowering the women of the company and the community.
Bracell, a member of RGE’s group of companies, has opened doors to a new landmark in the city of Lençóis Paulista —the Casa Bracell Social. This space will serve as a hub for Bracell Social, a private social investment programme working towards improving public education, championing female empowerment, and supporting productive entrepreneurship. In addition to these initiatives, the space is designed to be a meeting point, offering workshops, training sessions, and curated activities. “Our intention is for Casa Bracell Social to inspire every visitor and participant to envision new possibilities, contributing to the construction of a more promising future,” says Mouana Sioufi, Manager of Institutional Relations and Social Responsibility at Bracell.
Ensuring indigenous inclusion within power engineering, Woodfibre LNG’s Operator Training Programme combines technical expertise with training for indigenous students of Squamish Nation. Participants are provided with technical knowledge and practical skills alongside cultural experiences, and armed with the confidence and expertise to embark on careers as fully-trained Process Operators at Woodfibre LNG. Learn more about programme here: https://ow.ly/XUY950UckSR
Opportunities. Equality. Empowerment. From training young women in traditionally male-dominant fields of heavy machinery at PT RAPP, to building a team of female statisticians at Sateri, we are empowering women to take control of their own narratives in their chosen professional spheres. From working to increase women leaders to 20% as part of APRIL’s 2030 goals, to the launch of the Gender Safety Advisory Committee at Woodfibre LNG, we are creating environments where women can flourish and thrive in their careers, making sure no one is left behind. This is not a single chapter, but a continuous goal that we at RGE commit to upholding, an everyday celebration of equal opportunities and recognised achievements. Here’s to the women of RGE. Empowerment starts here. hashtag#InternationalWomensDay hashtag#EmpowermentStartsHere hashtag#AccelerateAction hashtag#GenderEquality
