AMANAH Aceh’s Flagship Program as a Container for Empowering the Young Generation for the Future
By: Teuku Azhari W )*
Aneuk Muda Aceh Unggul Hebat (AMANAH) continues to demonstrate its commitment to empowering the young generation of Aceh through various excellent programs designed to improve their creativity, skills, and potential. In an effort to create a better future, AMANAH provides various forums for young people to develop their abilities in various fields.
One of the main programs that attracted attention was the costume making training for the carnival entitled ‘Costume Carnival Class, Learn And Grow With AMANAH’, this event was held in the VIP room of AAC Syiah Kuala University, Banda Aceh. This program is designed to hone the creativity of participants in designing and making carnival costumes, as well as giving them the opportunity to compete in costume design.
This costume making event includes two main components, namely the carnival costume design competition and costume making training. From the many participants who submitted designs, only 10 of the best designs were selected to receive in-depth training from experts for three days at the Attorney’s House, Gampong Lamlagang, Banda Aceh. The costumes that have been produced based on these designs will be exhibited at the inauguration of AMANAH’s new building scheduled for early September 2024.
The costume-making program organized by AMANAH provides a valuable opportunity for young designers to showcase their talents and support the development of practical skills that are crucial in the arts and fashion industry. Participants such as Inal Akhyar from Bireun expressed their gratitude and enthusiasm for the opportunity given, admitting that they were greatly helped and motivated after receiving guidance from AMANAH.
In addition, AMANAH also holds various other trainings and workshops aimed at expanding the knowledge and skills of young people in Aceh. By involving experts and practitioners from various fields, AMANAH strives to provide first-hand experience and valuable knowledge to participants. For example, in the costume training session, participants had the opportunity to learn directly from renowned designers such as Ade Sugriwa, who also displayed costumes from the Solo Batik Carnival.
With its dedication to supporting the development of local arts and culture, AMANAH serves as an important platform for the young generation of Aceh to create, innovate, and optimize their potential. These programs not only improve the skills and knowledge of participants but also open up new opportunities in the creative industry that can help them achieve success in the future.
In addition to being a forum for empowerment in the arts, AMANAH also held the ‘Barista Champ 2024’ competition at the Talent Korner BPVP Banda Aceh, which attracted hundreds of participants from various regions. This event, a collaboration with ASKI (Indonesian Coffee Association) DPD Aceh and BPVP, is one of AMANAH’s efforts to empower the young generation of Aceh and prepare them for the future.
The Barista Champ 2024 competition is designed not only to channel the interests of Acehnese youth in the art of blending coffee but also to find and hone new talents that can elevate Aceh’s name in the coffee industry at the national and international levels. AMANAH is committed to being a forum that supports the development of participants’ skills and knowledge, which will ultimately expand their opportunities in the world of work.
The selection process begins with a strict stage that filters the 48 best participants. They will compete to become one of 12 finalists who have the opportunity to take part in the Barista Champ coaching clinic. The assessment was conducted by six judges from ASKI: Wafi, Aldi, Dimas, Ari Ichlas, Teuku Rommel, and Hudaya, who applied international standards in their assessment.
Taufiq, the person in charge of the Barista Workshop at BPVP Banda Aceh, also expressed his support for this event, hoping that activities like this will continue to develop. Hopefully this event will continue to be successful and develop, providing an opportunity for young Acehnese to be creative and show that Aceh is advanced.
The assessment aspects in the Barista Champ competition include technical, taste, and visual. Muhammad Hafis Ramadhan (26) and Hamas Al Faraqi (26), two participants from Bener Meriah, expressed their enthusiasm for this competition as an opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge in the world of coffee. And for the participants who came to take part in the interview and skills test, this is an excellent opportunity to develop, and it is better to be directly involved than just being behind the scenes.
Through this competition, AMANAH not only provides a platform to channel interests and talents, but also plays an important role in empowering the young generation of Aceh with relevant skills for the future. This event is part of AMANAH’s ongoing efforts to equip young people with skills that can increase their opportunities in the job market and help them create a brighter future.
Through various programs implemented, AMANAH aims to create a sustainable positive impact in society, providing the young generation of Aceh with the tools and opportunities they need to thrive and achieve success. By continuing to expand its programs and providing a platform for creativity and innovation, AMANAH contributes to building a more beautiful future for Aceh.
)* Student of Economics, Serambi Mekkah University
