JAKARTA - PT Perusahaan Gas Negara (Persero) Tbk (PGN), Subholding Gas Pertamina, terus memperkuat komitmennya dalam mendorong pemberdayaan UMKM yang inklusif dan berdampak sosial. Melalui program Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), PGN berkolaborasi dengan UMKM binaan Zaliva menghadirkan ruang kreatif bagi anak-anak disabilitas dalam ajang Batik Bordir & Aksesoris Fair 2026 yang digelar di Surabaya pada 6–10 Mei 2026.
This collaboration not only showcases the creative works of local MSMEs, but also opens a space for active participation for children with disabilities to develop their potential, creativity, and confidence through batik training and direct involvement in the exhibition. This program not only provides a space for expression, but also opens up inclusive economic opportunities for children with disabilities and MSMEs.
PGN Corporate Secretary, Fajriyah Usman, said that this initiative is part of the company's efforts to provide sustainable empowerment, not only oriented towards economic growth, but also towards creating equal opportunities for all levels of society.
"PGN believes that every child has the same potential and opportunity to develop. Through this collaboration, we want to present an inclusive space so that children with disabilities can channel their creativity, build confidence, and have the opportunity to be more independent through the work they produce," said Fajriyah, in a statement. , Tuesday, May 12.
During the exhibition, as many as five children with disabilities from the Achievement Children's House also took part in the batik demo activity at the PGN UMKM booth. The deaf, deaf, and deaf children not only showcased their batik skills, but also interacted directly with visitors, showing that creativity and the spirit of working can grow without limits.
"We want to give a wider experience for children with disabilities to dare to perform, show their works, and feel that the works they make have value and are appreciated by the community," added Fajriyah.
In addition to providing creative space for children with disabilities, PGN also brought five outstanding UMKM from Garut, Padang, Palembang, Tangerang, and Depok. The presence of these cross-regional MSMEs reflects PGN's commitment to expanding market access and improving the competitiveness of local businesses. Until 2026, PGN has developed hundreds of MSMEs in various regions with a focus on economic empowerment based on inclusiveness.
Fajriyah emphasized that the empowerment of MSMEs and vulnerable groups is part of PGN's sustainability strategy in building an inclusive and competitive economic ecosystem, in line with the implementation of the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles in the company's environment.
The owner of the Zaliva-trained MSMEs, Zakiyah Fitri, expressed his appreciation for PGN's support, which was considered to open wider space for children with disabilities to continue to work and interact with the community.
"Children with disabilities have extraordinary creativity and learning spirit. With PGN's support, they get a space to work and feel the appreciation of the community. This is a very valuable experience for them," said Zakiyah.
He added, currently around 30 disabled children are actively participating in skill training with Zaliva, ranging from batik to making various handicrafts. This assistance is not only aimed at honing motor skills and creativity, but also opening up opportunities for independence in the future.
In the future, PGN and Zaliva are committed to continuing the training program on an ongoing basis so that children with disabilities can continue to develop skills that are economically valuable, while strengthening the role of MSMEs as drivers of inclusive economic growth in society.
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