IPB University-Managed Villages Win Awards at Astra Festival 2024
The Directorate of Agromaritime Community Development (DPMA) at IPB University, together with several of its assisted villages, achieved outstanding success at the prestigious Astra Festival Awards Night 2024 held on Friday, August 30. This event was organized to recognize innovations and contributions of villages in various fields of sustainable development.
IPB University’s assisted villages were recognized in three categories, showcasing their commitment and success in building self-reliant and sustainable communities. In the Astra Prosperous Village (DSA) Innovation Sustainability category, DSA Cikajang, located in Garut Regency, West Java, won first place. This achievement underscores the village’s dedication and innovation in environmental preservation and enhancing the quality of life for its residents.
Additionally, Bernard Langoday from DSA Cikajang received the Local Champion award for his inspirational leadership and significant contributions to advancing his village through various community initiatives.
Furthermore, DSA Bandung Barat Regency, West Java, also garnered recognition by securing third place in the DSA Agricultural Innovation category. This award reflects the village’s success in developing innovative and sustainable agricultural practices that positively impact the local community.
Dr Handian Purwawangsa, Director of PMA IPB University, expressed his gratitude for these accomplishments. “These awards are the result of the hard work, collaboration, and continuous innovation that we encourage in our assisted villages. We hope this serves as motivation for all our partner villages to keep thinking creatively and innovating for collective advancement,” he said.
He expressed pride in the achievements and hopes that the awards will motivate other assisted villages. By continuing to learn, innovate, and create, these villages are expected to serve as models and inspirations for better village development in the future.
The Astra Festival 2024 is an annual event that celebrates villages making exceptional efforts in community development, innovation, and sustainability. It is hoped that these achievements will continue to inspire collaboration and innovation in the future. (*/Rz) (IAAS/RUM)
