PASCH alumni 2013-2019, SMP & SMA Madania Fajar Supono
The Goethe-Institut for me is a place for sharing knowledge, stories and experiences. Here I learn from inspiring teachers and am supported by friends. The Goethe-Institut was the beginning of my German language journey.
German teacher since 2000, SMA YPPK Agustinus Sorong Florence Limahelu
The Goethe-Institut is one of the best things in my life. I can’t quantify how much knowledge and guidance I have received, how much material was given to me to deepen my understanding both linguistically and didactically. Without the Goethe-Institut, I might not have come this far in my career as a German teacher. A big thank you to the Goethe-Institut from me personally and the pupils in my school. May the Goethe-Institut remain successful and continue to support learning German in Indonesia.
Course participant 2017-2019, doctoral candidate at Nietzsche Research Center, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg Yulius Tandyanto
For me, the Goethe-Institut is like an important oasis that is very useful for travelers through life, helping them prepare themselves individually in this area for their next adventure. At the Goethe-Institut, enthusiastic adventurers are able to meet people with their own dreams, which perhaps would hardly be possible if this well-kept oasis and its dedicated staff did not exist. All in all, the presence of the Goethe-Institut is of great importance for Indonesian society—may it continue to be an oasis for all thirsty travelers!
Novelist, poet, essayist Laksmi Pamuntjak
For me, the Goethe Institut in Indonesia is more than a cultural center that provides Indonesians with information on German culture, language, society and politics. Rather, it takes an active interest in the lives and careers of Indonesian cultural workers—in film and visual arts, literature and performing arts—and engages with them on a human level. It is a friend and partner, not merely a conduit for cultural exchange.
Director, filmmaker Riri Riza
The Goethe-Institut is a window of knowledge through which you can watch world cinema. It is an arena of cultural exchange, especially with regard to the cinema culture firmly anchored in Jakarta, thanks to its versatile programs from its beginnings at the Matraman location to the current location on Jl. Sam Ratulangi.
German teaching staff since 2010, SMA Negeri Siwalima Ambon Sojan Renjaan
For me the Goethe-Institut is a place where I learn and practice so that I can become a professional German teacher. It is a place that has enabled me to realize my dream and see Europe for the first time.
Head of the Book Center, Kemdikbudristek / Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology Supriyatno, M.A.
The partnership between the Goethe-Institut and the Kemdikbudristek Book Center has proven to be extremely valuable, as it facilitates the use of German as a foreign language in the teaching units of secondary education. We hope that the partnership between the center and the Goethe-Institut will continue to grow. All the best on your 60th!
Performance artist Melati Suryodarmo
For me the Goethe-Institut is a great and very supportive partner for developing art and cultural programs. The Goethe-Institut has been connecting people around the world in the spirit of creation, knowledge, and cultural diversities.
Course participant 2010-2012, software engineer at Accenture Germany in Munich Daniel Hardjono
Goethe-Institut for me is the first real point of contact with the German culture. Here you learn not only the language, but equally important you learn about the culture, which was extremely important for my integration process. Many thanks to all teachers!
Researcher and curator Grace Samboh
For me the Goethe-Institut is an institution that opens the doors to different approaches to exploring artistic formats in an open and committed manner. The Goethe-Institut itself is often actively involved in such artistic exploratory journeys.
President of the Indonesian German Teachers Association, IGBJI Ekadewi Indrawidjaja, M.Hum.
The Goethe-Institut is a partner for us Indonesian teachers of German. It is always there to accompany us and care for us, provide us with advice, information and direction, cooperating with us in so many ways. Thank you so much, Goethe-Institut!
Composer, artistic director at Balaan Tumaan, Pontianak Nursalim Yadi Anugerah
Goethe-Institut offers space for ideas and cooperation on cultural programs. This was particularly true for the collaboration in West Kalimantan in the framework of the Hnnoh program to understand the interconnection of music, society and the environment.
Vice chairman of the Indonesian Game Association Adam Ardisasmita
Goethe-Institut is a gate that opens the relationship between the gaming industry in Indonesia and the gaming industry in Germany.
Coordinator of multipliers Dr. Irene Risakotta, M.Pd.
For me the Goethe-Institut is a home for all who want to learn and teach German. The Goethe-Institut is a place where one learns the German language, but it is also where one can acquire the positive values anchored in the learning process: discipline, precision, teamwork, mutual support, respect and regard for others.
German teaching staff since 2009, SMK Negeri 1 Banda Aceh Cut Hadriyanti Oktora
For me, the Goethe-Institut is an educational institution that makes dreams come true. It is an inspiring institution. Happy birthday, Goethe-Institut! May you continue to develop and remain the best in the field of education.
President of the Association of Indonesian School Information Professional Workers (APISI) Hanna Chaterina George, S.S., M.I.Kom.
Congratulations on the 60th year of the Goethe-Institut Indonesien! For APISI, the Goethe-Institut is a perfect partner in terms of promoting the important roles of both school libraries and manpower. In addition, the Goethe-Institut supports what has been a concern in education here in Indonesia by promoting reading and literacy. This was reflected when BKD and PASCH invited us to be their partner in conducting school library workshops. This also can be seen in one of its remarkable libraries in Jakarta! Such a treasured experience to work with you, Goethe-Institut!
Researcher with the National Agency for Research and Innovation Cahyo Trianggoro
For me the Goethe-Institut is a place where creative ideas are researched for cultural advancement.
Musician Adra Karim
For me Goethe-Institut Indonesien is a place that supports a diversity of high-quality art forms. For years, it has been a bearer of hope for non-commercial and alternative art that rarely is offered a place to be creative and noticed. Thus it is a destination for lovers of art.
Head of the Centre of Development and Empowerment of Teacher and Education Personnel for Language Dr. Luizah F. Saidi, M.Pd.
For us, Goethe-Institut Indonesien is a partner that supports programs for upgrading German teacher competence in Indonesia through internationally recognized certification programs and testing programs for the German language. I would like to thank Goethe-Institut Indonesien and hope that our cooperation continues.
German teacher since 2015, SMA Negeri 1 Ambon Deasy Natalia Salakory
For me the Goethe-Institut represents the institution for all enthusiasts of the German language and culture.
Head of the German department, Malang State University Dr. Edy Hidayat, S.Pd., M.Hum.
The Goethe-Institut is an institution that supports my colleagues and me a great deal so that we may increase our language skills and our teaching skills. In addition, the Goethe-Institut plays a role in the quality assurance of our graduates, in particular in participating in international examinations. Oh, yes, and thanks to the Goethe-Institut, I have experienced Germany.
PASCH alumna 2014, SMA Negeri 3 Mataram Fitriah Ramdhani
The Goethe-Institut is part of my life—it has enriched my world with colorful puzzle pieces.
Wikimedia Indonesia Biyanto Rebin
The Goethe-Institut is a reliable partner for me in developing a free knowledge ecosystem.
Chairperson of the Indonesian Association of Germanists Prof. Dr. Pratomo Widodo
Thanks to the support of the Goethe-Institut, my academic and professional career has reached its peak as a professor of German language and literature.
German teacher since 2014, Madania School Syifa Arifiana
For me the Goethe-Institut is a door through which I travel to see the world, to meet new people, and to become a Candradimuka Crater.
