Sekolah Rakyat, Indonesia’s Alternative Education for the People
In Indonesia, there is a unique kind of school called sekolah rakyat . In English, sekolah rakyat means “people’s school.” These schools are different from regular schools because they are usually created by communities or volunteers, not by the government. Their main goal is to give education to children who cannot go to formal schools because of money, location, or other problems. In this article, we will explain what sekolah rakyat is, why it exists, how it works, and why it is important. This article is written in simple English for readers from other countries who want to understand the idea of sekolah rakyat in Indonesia. What Is Sekolah Rakyat? Sekolah rakyat is a community-based or non-formal school. It is usually free or very cheap. Most of the time, these schools are started by people who care about education. They might be teachers, students, social workers, or activists. Sometimes, these schools are run by non-governmental organizations (NGOs) or religious groups. T...
