Hermiyati No Longer Needs to Use a Bathroom After Renovating Her Uninhabitable House

 InJourney Destination Management officially launched the construction of a habitable house (RLH) belonging to Hermiyati, a resident of Kwaron Hamlet, Kebondalem Kidul, Prambanan District, Klaten, Thursday (15/1/2026). 

InJourney Destination Management's President Commissioner Muhammad Tri Andika, along with InJourney Destination Management's President Director Febrina Intan and other commissioners and directors, directly inaugurated the total renovation work with a total assistance of 52 million rupiah, which was carried out over a period of 45 days.

The inauguration was marked by the signing of an inscription and the symbolic handover of the house keys, which ended with a direct review by the IDM board of directors and was attended by a number of invited guests, including the Expert Staff for Economics and Development of Klaten Regency, Joko Istanto, Head of the Klaten Disperakim, Anwar Shodiq and the Forkopimcam Prambanan, Klaten.

IDM President Commissioner Muhammad Tri Andika stated that the program to repair uninhabitable houses is part of IDM's social and environmental responsibility. He stated that since 2016, 52 houses have been renovated for low-income residents around the Prambanan and Borobudur Temple tourist attractions.

"This is one of TWC's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and environmental social responsibility programs. This is the 52nd house built since 2016. So, our main program theme this year is "Empowerment 2026." One way to empower the community is through home renovations," he said.

This uninhabitable house renovation program is a form of concern for the community, especially those in the immediate vicinity of the company or destination.

"We believe that adequate housing is the foundation for residents' well-being. Our commitment is to provide tourist destinations that are not only world-class but also beneficial and impactful for the local community. We want to ensure that no one living near our destinations is left behind in terms of standards of living, health, comfort, and prosperity," he explained.

Hermiyati said that she is the one who manages the business on a daily basis. laundry This small family lived in a 4x8 meter house with temporary walls and a dirt floor. Now, this mother of three lives in a decent 7x6 meter house with three bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen, and a clean bathroom.

"My husband and I, who work as daily laborers, never imagined we'd have a house this beautiful. Back then, our house was cramped, stuffy, and had a dirt floor. When it rained, we were always worried. Now, our house has permanent walls, three bedrooms, and even a proper living room. This is a blessing for our family. I can also run a business." laundry more comfortably and the children can sleep in a decent room," he explained.

Klaten Regent Hamenang Wajar Ismoyo in his written remarks read by Expert Staff for Economics and Development Joko Istanto welcomed the TWC program and said it could reduce the extreme poverty rate in Klaten Regency.

"The rehabilitation of this RTLH supports the Klaten Regency Government's poverty alleviation program. Hopefully, it will be maintained and kept clean, and the spirit of mutual cooperation will continue to be fostered," he said.

The Head of the Klaten Disperakim, Anwar Shodiq, revealed that the RTLH rehabilitation program through CSR has greatly helped accelerate one of the programs for poverty alleviation in Klaten.

"Of course, we're very happy. This is especially significant, around Rp 60 million per house. The incentives are even better than this, as there are many incentives. We hope that these companies will continue to care for their surrounding communities, especially those in need of decent housing," said Shodiq.

IDM President Director Febrina Intan said this program aligns with the values ​​of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in terms of poverty alleviation and improving the quality of life of communities living around the company and the Temple Tourism Park (TWC) destination.

"This year, we want to reach more people and deliver more impactful Berdaya programs. More than just a physical structure, this house is a symbol of new hope, dignity, and security for the beneficiaries. We are committed to continuing this program to reach more people and renovate uninhabitable homes, especially in our destination areas," concluded Febrina Intan.