Daftarsbmptn.com – Political education has been a key focus of the Seruyan Regent since the beginning of this year. On various occasions, the Regent emphasized the importance of an educated, critical public capable of making wise political decisions, thereby significantly increasing citizen participation in the democratic process.
In his remarks at a political education outreach event held in the Regent’s Office Hall, the Regent of Seruyan stated that political understanding is not solely the responsibility of officials or political parties, but also the responsibility of all citizens.
“Political education is key to ensuring that the public is not easily influenced by misinformation and can make informed choices for regional development,” he said.
The Regent added that sound political education can shape citizens who are critical of public policy and active in voicing public aspirations. With adequate knowledge, the public becomes not only the object of government programs but also a subject playing a role in overseeing the course of democracy.
The outreach event, attended by dozens of community leaders, youth, and village officials, emphasized an educational and participatory approach. Participants were invited to discuss their roles in elections, political decision-making mechanisms, and how to filter accurate political information.
Furthermore, the Regent of Seruyan emphasized the importance of collaboration between the government, educational institutions, and civil society organizations to disseminate political literacy equitably. This program will include leadership training, public policy understanding workshops, and simulations of participation in political decision-making.
The Regent not only emphasizes theory but also wants the public to understand healthy political practices. He emphasized that a strong democratic process requires citizens with integrity, the ability to objectively assess government programs, and the ability to be critical without losing respect for differing opinions.
According to the Regent, the biggest challenge in political education is the low political awareness of communities in several remote areas. Therefore, this program also targets villages and sub-districts with limited access to political information, so that all Seruyan residents have an equal opportunity to understand their rights and obligations. Participants responded positively to the program.
“We feel more prepared to participate in the political process and understand how to evaluate government policies more critically,” said one participant from Seruyan Hilir Sub-district.
The Regent emphasized that political education is not merely a formality, but a vital part of sustainable development. With an intelligent and critical public, it is hoped that the democratic process in Seruyan will improve in quality, and every policy adopted will be more targeted and beneficial for all citizens.
This political education program is planned to be sustainable, with regular evaluation and adjustments to the material based on community needs. The local government is optimistic that this initiative will foster a new generation of politically literate, active, and wise citizens in determining the direction of Seruyan’s future development.