MESTARA BERDAYA BOGOR
At Mestara, we believe every woman deserves the opportunity to choose and build her own future. Through Mestara Berdaya Bogor, we aim to empower young women in Kab. Bogor that facing challenges to pursue higher education become more confident and better informed about their education pathways.
Our Why
More than 56,000 school-age children in Bogor Regency have dropped out of school.
Data Dapodik Kab. Bogor, 2025
Only 4.84% of the population had completed higher education.
Data Dukcapil Kab. Bogor, 2024
Our Impact in Bogor
7
programs delivered, covering sharing sessions and university preparation mentoring.
3,074
students participated in scholarship information & university pathway seminars.
5
high school partnerships built to expand access to education and scholarship information.
Our Agenda
June 2026
Higher Education Counselling and Scholarship Awareness
Through 2 sessions of one-day in-person workshops, we aim to support 500 students exploring higher education pathways. Students will gain insights about admission routes, types of universities & scholarship, and also receive a Scholarship Booklet.
November 2026
Campus Exposure Visit
A one-day campus visit for 50 selected students to attend orientation sessions, connect with lecturers & current students, and receive information on fully-funded scholarship opportunities. We aim to motivate them to build aspirations & make higher education tangible.
September 2026
Sexual and Reproductive Health, Rights & Consent (SRHR) Education
Through 2 sessions of one-day workshops led by qualified health and/or child-protection professionals, students will learn about risks of early marriage, sexual exploitation, and reproductive health for women with age-evidence-based & non-stigmatising approaches.
January–June 2027
The National University Entrance Examination (UTBK) Test Preparation Scholarships
20 students in financial need with strong academic background will receive comprehensive UTBK preparation support, from tutoring classes and study materials to counselling and exam fee assistance.
July 2026–December 2026
Monthly Group Mentoring and Individual Education Planning
9 months of online sessions through WhatsApp Group and/or Google Meet, facilitated by trained volunteers. Each student will develop their plan, covering study goals, preferred university and programme, and financing strategy.
