Inspirasi dari Anak & Pengasuh Panti Asuhan Don Bosco, Surabaya, Jawa Timur

Summary

The script discusses Panti Asuhan, a shelter in Surabaya, Indonesia, providing care for children in need, including education and emotional support. It highlights Don Bosco, a historical shelter established during Dutch colonial times, which continued to operate through various periods including Japanese occupation and post-independence. Despite challenges, it has maintained its mission, now housing 83 children divided into different age groups. The shelter focuses on discipline and offers extracurricular activities to foster talent. It caters to children from diverse backgrounds, aiming to support their education and development beyond their stay.

Takeaways

• 🏠 Panti Asuhan provides a home for children in need of economic, educational, and emotional support.
• 👮‍♂️ The children at Panti Asuhan have aspirations, such as becoming soldiers or police officers.
• 📚 Panti Asuhan Don Bosco in Surabaya is a historical institution established during the Dutch colonial era and has survived various periods of Indonesian history.
• 🛐 Despite being Catholic-affiliated, Panti Asuhan Don Bosco serves children from diverse religious and ethnic backgrounds.
• 🏡 During the Japanese occupation, the Panti Asuhan Don Bosco building was repurposed to store weapons, and the residents had to evacuate.
• 👶 The institution currently houses 83 children divided into different age groups, including infants and school-age children.
• 🚫 Panti Asuhan Don Bosco does not accept children who are not genuinely in need or those forced by their parents due to behavioral issues.
• 🛌 The children are disciplined and have a strict routine, including waking up early, attending school, and maintaining cleanliness.
• 🎓 The Panti Asuhan provides additional activities to help children develop skills and talents, such as karate and music.
• 💼 The management ensures that children who cannot afford education will have their schooling funded until completion.
• 🌟 Panti Asuhan Don Bosco has been a beacon of hope for children for many decades, offering a nurturing environment for their growth and development.

Q & A

What is the purpose of Panti Asuhan?

Panti Asuhan serves as a place for children who truly need help in various aspects, including economic support, education, and affection.

What is the name of the Panti Asuhan mentioned in the transcript?

The Panti Asuhan mentioned in the transcript is located in Surabaya and is managed by Don Bosco.

What was the historical background of Don Bosco Panti Asuhan?

Don Bosco Panti Asuhan was established during the Dutch colonial era and has survived through the Japanese invasion, the period of independence, the New Order, and the era of reform.

During which years did the Japanese occupation affect Don Bosco Panti Asuhan?

The Japanese occupation affected Don Bosco Panti Asuhan from around 1942 to 1945.

What was the impact of the Japanese occupation on Don Bosco Panti Asuhan?

During the Japanese occupation, almost 300 residents of the Panti Asuhan had to evacuate to the cathedral of Surabaya because the Panti building was used to store weapons.

How many children currently live in Don Bosco Panti Asuhan?

Currently, 83 children live in Don Bosco Panti Asuhan.

What age groups does Don Bosco Panti Asuhan cater to?

Don Bosco Panti Asuhan caters to infants and children up to the age of 12 years old or up to the 6th grade of elementary school.

What kind of children does Don Bosco Panti Asuhan accept?

The Panti Asuhan accepts children who are abandoned or orphaned, and it does not accept children who are sent away due to being disobedient or mischievous.

What kind of daily routine do the children at Don Bosco Panti Asuhan follow?

The children at Don Bosco Panti Asuhan have a disciplined daily routine which includes waking up early, going to school, bathing, eating, and napping. They also clean their rooms and corridors, and in the evening, they study.

What kind of extracurricular activities are provided by Don Bosco Panti Asuhan?

The Panti Asuhan provides various extracurricular activities to help the children develop skills, such as karate and music.

What is the policy of Don Bosco Panti Asuhan regarding the education of children who cannot afford it?

Don Bosco Panti Asuhan ensures that children who are truly unable to afford education will have their education funded until completion.

Despite having a Catholic background, what kind of affiliations does Don Bosco Panti Asuhan have?

Although Don Bosco Panti Asuhan has a Catholic background, it is affiliated with boarding schools and pesantren in Lamongan, indicating a broader community service.