IYF UpdatesPRESS RELEASE:ROYA 2026 Marksa BreakthroughMoment for YouthLeadershipTestimonial of IYFActivitiesAnnouncementWhat’s on IYFFEBRUARY 2026 | VOL 5 NO 7
IYFUpdatesNewsletter ManagerFarsya SabilaFlorencia Merrie BurhanContent WriterAngeli RamadhaniZulfa ZahroGraphic DesignerRama Praditha RyanandaEditorSecia LieTesalonika KristiantiPahlawan St. No. 34 A, SouthTangerang, Banten, Indonesia15412tindonesiayouthfoundation.orgindonesiayouthfoundation@gmail.com@indonesiayouthfoundationMeet our TeamPublisherIndonesia Youth FoundationSupervisorAinun Rahimah IskandarJihan Nur Rahmiilah AyuEditor in ChiefDhini Chalista AmelyaDeputy Editor in ChiefDiandra Dwi Navita
What’s on IYF? 3Youth Voices Rise: ASEANStudents Unite for Resilienceand Unity at Ignite ASEAN 2026The Role of Youth ASEAN(ROYA) 2026 successfullyhosted a two-day internationalonline youth forum on February7–8, 2026, bringing togetherstudents and young leaders fromacross the ASEAN region underone compelling theme: \"IgniteASEAN 2026: Equipping Youthas Catalysts of Resilience andUnity.\"At its core, ROYA 2026 wasdesigned with a clear purposeto prepare ASEAN youth tostep up as active contributorsto regional resilience andunity, and to move beyondconversations into genuineproblem-solving. The forumwrapped up with grouppresentations and anawarding session recognizingstandout participants whodemonstrated exceptionalinsight and leadershipthroughout the two days.Held via Zoom Meeting, theforum created a dynamicvirtual space where youthfrom various ASEAN nationsgathered to tackle some ofthe region's most pressingissues, from the spread ofdisinformation and localconflicts to deep-rootedinequalities that continue toshape the lives of millionsacross Southeast Asia.THE ROLE OF YOUTHASEAN (ROYA) 2026
The workshop was organized by the Indonesia Youth Foundation in collaboration with River ValleyIrregulars. The session was led by Jose Syguia and Renaldo Susilo, who shared their insights andexperiences in building portfolios that communicate both competence and personal vision. Thespeakers emphasized the importance of presenting not only final achievements, but also the story,intention, and growth behind each project.Designed to support young people in preparing for future academic and career opportunities, theworkshop aimed to help participants understand how a clear and meaningful portfolio can shape theirprofessional identity. The discussion highlighted how portfolios function as a reflection of skills,values, direction, and long term goals.The session featured interactive discussions that encouraged participants to actively share theirchallenges and aspirations. Through guided self reflection exercises, attendees were invited toidentify their strengths, core interests, and personal narratives. The speakers also provided step bystep guidance on writing effective portfolio introductions, structuring project descriptions, andexplaining the process behind their work in a compelling and professional manner.What’s on IYF? 5Post-EventROYA 2026
By the end of the workshop, participants gained deeper awareness of how to strategically presenttheir experiences in a way that aligns with their future career paths. The event reinforced theimportance of intentional self development and continuous improvement as young individuals prepareto enter competitive academic and professional environments.What’s on IYF? 5
ROYA2026AULIA SALVY PUTRI MAHARANIProject Leader of ROYA 2026Testimonial of IYF Activities 5ROYA 2026 was driven by a genuine desire to createsomething meaningful. As the Project Leader, Aulia SalvyPutri Maharani shared that her motivation stemmed fromwanting to build a space where ASEAN youth could trulylearn and grow together. For her, young people are notmerely the leaders of tomorrow, but active contributors tochange right now. Through ROYA 2026, she hopedparticipants would walk away with fresh perspectives onregional issues, new cross-border connections, and mostimportantly, a sense that they have a real role in shapingASEAN's future.Looking back on the forum, Aulia's impression wasoverwhelmingly positive. She expressed genuine gratitudethat the number of participants exceeded their initial target,with the majority staying actively engaged throughout, fromQ&A sessions in the talk shows to the FGDs and workshops.What impressed her most, however, was the depth ofthinking participants brought to the table. Despite thecomplexity of the case study questions, they articulatedtheir ideas clearly and confidently, which she found trulyremarkable. She was equally proud of the organizingcommittee, whose strong teamwork and quick coordinationkept everything running smoothly behind the scenes.Her message to participants, bothpresent and future, is don't justshow up and leave. Speak up,connect with people, and embracediffering opinions because that'swhere real collaboration begins. ForAulia, ROYA is never just about thecertificate or the title. It's aboutgaining exposure, broadening one'sview of ASEAN, and finding a safespace to grow. Her greatest hope isthat after the program ends,participants won't just look backand say \"that was fun\" — but willcarry the momentum forward,continuing to collaborate and createsmall but meaningful impacts.Because as she put it, that's wherethe real ignition happens.
Announcements 5Got something the world needs to hear?Indonesia Youth Foundation (IYF) is calling for young thinkers,dreamers, and change-makers to submit original Englishopinion articles on diplomacy, tourism, education, youthempowerment, and today’s global issues.Submit anytime, no deadlineOpen for everyone, wherever you areWrite 500–700 words with 3+ imagesSolo or duo authors welcomePublished articles appear on the IYF website, and writers whoreach 1,000+ readers earn an E-Certificate and E-Walletreward. Your ideas can spark conversations across borders.Ready to make an impact?Indonesia Youth FoundationCall for ArticlesGames? Headline Update ChallengeTurn your reading session into something thatfeels like breaking news. Instead of writing along and tiring summary, you become the editor.Your task is to capture the essence of what youjust read in sharp, punchy updates. Quickthinking. Clear ideas. Strong impact.? When to PlayRight after finishing a book, chapter, or article.Perfect as a closing activity that feels light butstill meaningful.? Where It Works BestClassroom sessionsSmall discussion circlesReflection page at the end of a book? Who Can JoinStudentsActive readersIndividuals who love a challengeSmall groups ready to compare perspectives? Why This Game Hits Different• Trains you to spot the core message fast• Sharpens critical thinking• Forces clarity over rambling• Makes reflection feel dynamic, not boring? How It WorksAfter completing the reading, fill in theupdate format. Each answer must stay within1 to 2 sentences. No long explanations. Nooverthinking.? Your MissionAfter reading from IYF, create1 bold headline that captures the wholereading1 most important update that everyonemust know1 smart prediction about what mighthappen nextMake it sharp. Make it powerful. Make itimpossible to ignore.