Two Acehnese Tsunami Decades, TASPEN Proves The Commitment Of The Welfare Of Victims Through The Yatim-Piatu Retirement Program

JAKARTA - PT TASPEN (Persero) is always committed to ensuring the welfare of the participants, including the State Civil Apparatus (ASN) affected by natural disasters, through various service programs. Since the 2004 Aceh earthquake and tsunami tragedy, TASPEN has been present to support the needs of ASN participants who have become victims, ensuring that those and their families who have been left behind continue to receive support to continue their lives.

One tangible manifestation of the benefits of the TASPEN Pension Program can be seen in the story of Rachel Sukma Facllia (26 years) and Tiara Haji Faradiba (23 years), brothers who were orphaned as a result of the disaster. Thanks to the pension benefits for the heirs, Rachel managed to complete her higher education, while Tiara is currently trying to achieve her goals in higher education.

TASPEN's Corporate Secretary, Hendra, said that his party is committed to social welfare, fully understands the difficulties and impacts of natural disasters that befell TASPEN participants and their families 20 years ago.

"The TASPEN Pension Program is not only a form of appreciation for the services of ASN while serving the country, but also serves as a guarantee of welfare for the ASN family. We hope that this program can continue to provide the greatest benefits for retirees and their families," said Hendra, in a written statement, Tuesday, December 23.

TASPEN has been present as a strong bulwark for ASN and their families, providing benefits that are not only financial but also provide a sense of security and new hope. This was felt by Tiara, Rachel. Tiara and Rachel, who lost their mother, an ASN, due to the 2004 Aceh tsunami, managed to complete their education thanks to the benefits of the Yatim-Piatu Pension Program.

With the help of a pension salary received every month, Rachel has completed her education and is now supporting Tiara, who is currently pursuing higher education. Financial assistance from this program has provided Tiara and Rachel the freedom to continue studies without financial obstacles, and to better meet their daily needs.

"We can see very large sea water dropping all the houses and trees in front of it. We lost the mother we love very much. It has been 20 years, we are very grateful for the Yatim-Piatu TASPEN Pension Program. This program really helps us in meeting our daily needs and easing our education costs," Rachel said.

As of November 2024, TASPEN has distributed pension benefits to 1,114,867 widow/Duda Pension recipients and 48,833 Yatim-Piatu Pension recipients throughout Indonesia. This commitment is realized through 5T services, namely Administrative Rights to ensure payments according to documentation regulations, Right People to those who are entitled, Timely without delay, Right Number according to rights without deductions, and Right Place according to the location of the participant's choice.

By focusing on quality services, TASPEN seeks to provide tangible benefits for the welfare of participants, including victims of natural disasters. In line with the direction from the Ministry of SOEs where SOE Minister Erick Thohir, TASPEN is here to help ease the grief of disaster survivors and provide the best post-disaster solutions. Through this step, TASPEN is determined to support an advanced, prosperous, and prosperous Indonesia.