DWP Unud Participates in the Inauguration of DWP Board Members of State Universities and LLDikti Across Indonesia for the 2024–2029 Term

Jimbaran – Dharma Wanita Persatuan (DWP) of Udayana University Participates in the Inauguration of DWP Board Members of State Universities and LLDikti Throughout Indonesia for the 2024–2029 Term

Dharma Wanita Persatuan (DWP) of Udayana University took part in the virtual inauguration ceremony of the DWP Board Members of State Universities (PTN) and Higher Education Service Institutions (LLDikti) across Indonesia for the 2024–2029 service period. The event was held via Zoom Meeting on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. The inauguration was attended by the Advisor and Chairperson of DWP under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology (Kemdiktisaintek), DWP Supervisors from Higher Education Institutions across Indonesia, along with Chairs and board members of DWP from PTN and LLDikti nationwide.

Representing Udayana University, Chairperson of DWP Unud, Mrs. Shari Sudarsana, along with DWP members, the Rector, and Vice Rectors participated in the event from the Nusa Room, Rectorate Building, Jimbaran Campus.

The event began with the reading of the Decree on the DWP Board Membership and the formal inauguration of DWP PTN and LLDikti board members. The decree was read by the Treasurer of DWP Kemdiktisaintek, Head of the Education Division, Head of the Economic Division, and other DWP Kemdiktisaintek board members. The official appointment of the DWP Udayana University Board was confirmed through Decree No. 036 of 2025 issued by the Chairperson of DWP Kemdiktisaintek.

As part of the inauguration, a symbolic pinning of the Dharma Wanita pin was carried out by each PTN and LLDikti leader. At Udayana University, the Dharma Wanita pin was presented by Rector Prof. I Ketut Sudarsana to Mrs. Shari Sudarsana, Chairperson of DWP Unud.

In her remarks, Mrs. Indah Victoria Togar Simatupang, Chairperson of DWP Kemdiktisaintek, stated that this inauguration is part of the DWP Kemdiktisaintek work program, following up on the dissemination of the organization's Articles of Association and Bylaws (AD/ART) conducted on May 17, 2025. This effort aims to strengthen the Dharma Wanita Persatuan organization, particularly within the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology. The inauguration was joined by 90 DWP organizations from PTN and LLDikti across Indonesia, from Sabang to Merauke, representing 3,601 board members—described as pearls contributing significantly to the nation's progress. She expressed joy and emotion seeing the enthusiasm of the DWP members, reflecting a strong spirit of unity and progress.

DWP Kemdiktisaintek Advisor, Mrs. Levi Olivia Nur Brian Yuliarto, emphasized in her speech that as spouses of civil servants, members of DWP play a vital role in supporting their husbands to carry out their duties effectively. This support is not only in the form of encouragement but also in creating a positive and harmonious environment that enables their husbands to contribute their best ideas for the nation. She underscored that behind every successful man is the unwavering support of his wife, which includes not just emotional support but also fostering peace and focus at home. She expressed her hope that DWP can continue to contribute meaningfully, in line with the spirit reflected in the DWP’s official song (Mars DWP).

As part of the inauguration event, a seminar was also held with the theme “Knowing Yourself, Strengthening the Heart, and Becoming an Empowered Woman”, presented by speaker Aisya Yuhanida Noor, M.Psi.

Before the inauguration ceremony, Rector of Udayana University, Prof. I Ketut Sudarsana, delivered brief remarks, noting that this was his first opportunity to meet with DWP members since being appointed as Rector. He expressed his appreciation to the DWP wives who have been faithfully supporting their husbands in their service at Udayana University. He also hoped for their continued understanding of the time and energy their spouses dedicate to university responsibilities. The Rector emphasized that the support from DWP is crucial in ensuring the smooth execution of academic and administrative duties. He concluded by stating that DWP members are the guiding force of their families.