BOGOR, WEST JAVA — In a cloudy Bogor atmosphere accompanied by a little rain, Monday (16/12/2024), Dompet Dhuafa held the 2024 National Work Meeting (Rakernas) with the title Leader Summit: Building a Common Vision, Collaboration, and Superior Performance. The event, which was attended by more than 70 leaders and teams from 25 Dompet Dhuafa branches from all over Indonesia and abroad, took place at the Qatar Charity Hall, Zona Madina, Bogor.
This year’s Rakernas became a place for all branch leaders to exchange ideas, share experiences, and formulate new innovations in carrying out philanthropic and humanitarian missions. Chairman of the Board of Dompet Dhuafa Republika Foundation (YDDR), Ahmad Juwaini, in his speech invited all participants to interpret, continue to innovate, and become a superior philanthropic institution.
“We must have the spirit of struggle. See and believe in our institution with excellence. Strengthen our strengths, check again, maybe we have a lot of potential but have not been seen,” said Juwaini.
He emphasized the importance of implementing the principle of zakat as the basis for carrying out philanthropic activities and the cultural approach to empowerment. In addition, Ahmad Juwaini also invited all participants to be more responsive, strengthen the movement, and develop human resources.
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In line with this, Deputy Chairman of the YDDR Board, Herdiansah, expressed high optimism for the future of Dompet Dhuafa. According to him, with a strong spirit of togetherness and collaboration, Dompet Dhuafa will be able to see, face all challenges, and achieve greater goals.
“I am grateful that this Rakernas is a very valuable moment for all of us to gather to express problems, but at the same time present solutions and innovations. The cool Bogor atmosphere today is an inspiration to make the heart ‘cool’. Don’t worry, fire will not win against water. Let’s take advantage of this opportunity to see opportunities in challenges, learn from each other and strengthen synergies. Let’s create unique, impactful and sustainable programs,” said Herdiansah.
In the presentation session, the branch leaders shared inspiring stories about the various programs and activities they have carried out in their respective areas. Sulaiman, Branch Manager of Dompet Dhuafa Waspada, for example, shared Dompet Dhuafa Waspada’s success in increasing fundraising by 9%. However, he also acknowledged that the potential for zakat in the North Sumatra region, which reaches 8 trillion rupiah, is both a challenge and a great opportunity.
Meanwhile, Mokhlas Pidono, Branch Manager of Dompet Dhuafa Banten explained the community economic empowerment program through the development of a 2-hectare celery garden. In addition, the mental health program “Rumah Konseling” initiated by Dompet Dhuafa Banten also won the SDGs Award.
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Rakernas Dompet Dhuafa 2024 has succeeded in creating an atmosphere full of enthusiasm and optimism. All participants agreed that collaboration and innovation are the keys to success in carrying out humanitarian missions. With a new spirit, Dompet Dhuafa is ready to face future challenges and continue to contribute to building a better Indonesia.
“Rakernas is always exciting, because we (pimcab) who come from various backgrounds and regions with diverse challenges and opportunities, become a place to share while getting a variety of inspirations from our friends and mentors,” admitted Zahron, Pimcab Dompet Dhuafa Yogyakarta. (Dompet Dhuafa)
Text and photo: Dhika
Editor: Dhika