Minister of Social Affairs introduces official Alma Mater of Foster Care and People's School Residence

Jakarta – Minister of Social Affairs Saifullah Yusuf (Gus Ipul) introduced the official alma mater for the People’s School teaching staff. Gus Ipul appeared compact in the new uniform with the Deputy Minister of Social Affairs, Agus Jabo Priyono. This introduction was made when he delivered a speech today at the 1 year achievements and evaluation of President Prabowo Subianto’s administration in the social welfare sector at the Aneka Bakti Building, Ministry of Social Affairs. “I am currently wearing different clothes than you ladies and gentlemen, because the Deputy Minister and I are trying on alma mater uniforms for teaching staff at the People’s School,” Gus Ipul said in a written statement on Monday (20/10/2025). Scroll TO CONTINUE CONTENT He emphasized that the alma mater is not only intended for students, but also for teachers and other educational staff at the People’s School. “What I’m using is an example of a uniform for residential guardians and foster guardians. How does it look from my place, ladies and gentlemen? Give me one thumbs up or two thumbs up? Please put them together so they look uniform,” he said. The alma mater is dominated by dark colors with white trousers. On the left chest there is a People’s School logo pin, while there is an identification mark on the right chest. Both shoulders are decorated with rank insignia, complemented by a black beret with the People’s School logo. This combination makes the appearance of the teaching staff look attractive and dignified. These uniforms will later be used by foster carers and residence guardians at all People’s Schools. Besides giving a neat impression, the alma mater is believed to promote a sense of pride and self-confidence, thereby supporting optimal performance in accompanying students. Until October 2025, Sekolah Rakyat was present in 166 points throughout Indonesia with a capacity of 15,820 students. This program is supported by 2,407 teachers and 4,442 teaching staff. Students will be facilitated with one laptop per student, learning based on a digital learning management system (LMS) and smart board. Apart from superior regular learning facilities, Sekolah Rakyat is also equipped with the latest technology, including DNA talent mapping based on artificial intelligence (AI) to map students’ potential from an early age. Also watch the video “Gus Ipul’s style to wear the Volksskool residence uniform” here: (anl/ega)