KONTAN.CO.ID – In commemoration of its 44th anniversary, the National Craft Council (Dekranas) held a social service event by distributing 500 affordable basic food packages to the community as a form of social concern amid rising food and staple prices.

The Chairperson of the National Craft Council (Dekranas), Wury Ma’ruf Amin, in her speech at the 44th Dekranas Anniversary Social Service event at Rumah Kriya Asri/Dekranas Headquarters, Jakarta, on Sunday (3/3/2024), stated that Dekranas has been a pillar of craft development in Indonesia since its establishment in 1980 and has grown to become an inspiration in encouraging creativity, innovation, and progress for artisans.

“The 44-year journey of Dekranas cannot be just a ceremonial celebration. I am very happy that this thanksgiving event holds a deep meaning by organizing a cheap staple food bazaar for the community around Rumah Kriya Asri, especially at a time when people are facing economic difficulties due to rising prices of essential goods,” said Wury Ma’ruf Amin in her speech.

“With the spirit of togetherness and commitment, I believe Dekranas can overcome obstacles well to uphold its vision and mission at the end of the 2019-2024 term,” Wury continued.

Following up on the Chairperson's statement, the Chair of the 44th Dekranas Anniversary Committee, Loemongga Agus Gumiwang, explained that this social service activity aims to provide residents around Rumah Kriya Asri (Dekranas headquarters) the opportunity to purchase staple food packages at an affordable price of only IDR 50,000 per package, prepared for 500 underprivileged families.

“As a token of gratitude for Dekranas' 44th anniversary, we have prepared affordable staple food packages containing biscuits, milk, fried shallots, instant noodles, crackers, rice, cooking oil, and sugar,” said Loemongga.

Also accompanying Wury Ma’ruf Amin were the Executive Chairperson of Dekranas, Tri Tito Karnavian; Head of New Entrepreneurship Division, Endang Budi Karya; Head of Promotion and Public Relations Division, Dina Arie Setiadi; Head of Business Management Division, Sri Suparni Bahlil; and Business Management Division Member, Liza Mustafa Abubakar.