Cinema XXI Holds Ramadan CSR Event, Sharing Goodness and Insights

In line with Cinema XXI's corporate social responsibility (CSR) commitment, during this blessed month of Ramadan, Cinema XXI held a Ramadan CSR event titled "Together, Enhancing Kindness and Kinship in the Month of Ramadan."

The beneficiaries of this CSR activity, held on March 25, 2025, were the Merah Putih Karya Mandiri Foundation (YMPKM). Located in Cilincing, YMPKM operates a learning center that caters to 200 people of various age groups, ranging from elementary, junior high, and senior high school students to the elderly. Established in 2006, the learning center's activities include early childhood education (PAUD), Package A-B-C (equivalent to elementary, junior, and senior high school diplomas), Quranic education for children and mothers, tutoring for children with special needs, and food preparation. In addition to the learning center, YMPKM also facilitates local community members, particularly mothers, in home-based economic activities such as making snacks and sewing.

Cinema XXI's partnership with YMPKM began when mothers from YMPKM were selected to upcycle cinema seat covers into multipurpose pillows. These pillows were then donated to those in need, such as orphanages, learning centers, and public transportation drivers.

The series of CSR activities during this Ramadan season began with a special screening (nobar) of the film "1 Kakak 7 Ponakan" with 100 children and YMPKM administrators at Koja Trade Mall XXI. This was followed by a visit to the Immersive Studio at the Jakarta Library and an iftar (breaking of fast) event with Cinema XXI employees at The Ballroom Djakarta Theatre. 

The iftar event, opened by Cinema XXI Director Dody Suhartono, also featured a spiritual lecture from Ustad Akrie Patrio. Additionally, there was a sharing session by Prof. George Anwar, BSc., MS, Ph.D., a lecturer in Mechanical Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley, and San Francisco State University.  George shared his insights and experiences on creativity and innovation with nearly 300 Cinema XXI employees and guests in attendance.