Building a cohesive society through holding an event, Alun-Alun

Every year the Indonesian Students Association (PPIA) in Melbourne holds Alun-Alun event. This year it was held on the 28th of Sep at the Indonesian Consulate General of Republic of Indonesia in Melbourne. Through Alun-Alun event the students forge a better and strong relationship not only among themselves but also with a wider Indonesian diaspora community.

A student band showcasing their musical talent at the 2024 PPIA Alun-Alun event at the Indonesian Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia in Melbourne.

The Program Manager of Alun-Alun, Sherilyn Desta Suria talked to SBS Indonesian Program about this year Alun-Alun’s theme and success. She herself as an international student was happy to be able to give something back to the community.

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