Building a spirit of multiculturalism must be the social
responsibility of educators. This was conveyed by Minister of Education and
Culture (Mendikbud) Muhadjir Effendy in front of participants of the National
Education Council Study Day participants, in Jayapura, Saturday afternoon
(11/24/2018).
The spirit of multiculturalism can open space for mutual respect
for differences despite inconveniences. The Minister of Education and Culture
views the habit of living in important diversity institutionalized in the
educational environment.
According to him, it is not right if we easily accuse other
parties of being intolerant because they only wear certain symbolic attributes.
Do not let the intention to fight for tolerance but get stuck in an attitude of
intolerance.
"Concerns about a person's lack of faith when associating
with followers of other religions are groundless. Precisely the values of
diversity and broadening the spaces of dialogue are fundamental in
strengthening the character education that has been rolled out by the Ministry
of Education," Muhadjir said.
For this reason, he encouraged the need for openness and dialogue
to find a shared solution.
"I support the efforts of private educational institutions
such as those under the Catholic institution to enrich character education
according to the regional cultural context," he added.
This activity was attended by 300 participants who were
representatives of the Catholic Education Council and Indonesian Catholic
Education Institutions from 37 dioceses. This annual meeting raises the theme "Strengthening
Multicultural Character Education Towards a Civilization of Love".
On the same occasion, Chairman of the National Catholic
Education Council Father Darmin appreciated the Character Education
Strengthening policy.
"We believe character education must affirm the reality of
the nation's multiculturalism. Papua reflects diversity. Education that ignores
culture will lose its footing, "said the Indonesian bishops' conference
education committee.
cr: https://edukasi.kompas.com/read/2018/11/24/13511981/mendikbud-pendidik-harus-membangun-semangat-multikulturalisme
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