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Society 9 months ago
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Lively libraries, bookshops defy ‘myth’ of low reading interest
Offline reading spaces across the capital are abuzz with activity, presenting a counterpoint to the country's oft-cited poor reading interest, though increasing access to literary materials in remote regions remains a challenge.
Art & Culture 1 year ago
Youth-led roomforlit launches cultural dialogue to expand literacy efforts in Indonesia
A study by Central Connecticut State University ranked Indonesia 60th out of 61 in literacy, besting only Botswana. Literacy serves as the basis for individual development, societal progress and economic growth and therefore the country must do what it can to improve its standing in the world.
Academia 1 year ago
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The crucial question in the age of AI: Are you human?
With the advent of the AI era, governments around the world, including in Indonesia, need to step up their policymaking to protect people from others that might wield the technology as a weapon of manipulation and disruption instead of a tool for development and prosperity.
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