Genovator 2025: Successfully Held, SOPJR Students Inspired to Become Agents of Environmental Change

Bintaro, South Tangerang, June 19, 2025 — Genovator 2025: Cultivating Environmental Awareness and Sustainable Action Among Youth

Students from the Department of Communication at Universitas Pembangunan Jaya (UPJ) successfully organized Genovator 2025, an initiative aimed at fostering environmental consciousness and sustainable development. Held on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at the auditorium of Sekolah Olahraga Pembangunan Jaya Raya (SOPJR), the event carried the theme “Great Spirit for Our Future Environment” and the tagline “Youngest Generation Inspire Others.”

Engaging Youth in Environmental Advocacy

Genovator 2025 engaged 60 SOPJR students in a series of educational, interactive, and creative activities designed to emphasize the crucial role of young individuals as agents of change in addressing environmental challenges.

In her opening remarks, Dra. Marini Dian N, M.Pd, Principal of SOPJR, commended the initiative and stressed the importance of integrating sustainability principles into everyday life from an early age. "Through this Genovator event, you not only learn but also directly apply values that support Sustainable Eco Development. Simple practices, such as reducing plastic usage, minimizing food waste, and sorting waste before disposal, should begin within the school environment," she emphasized.

Insightful and Interactive Learning Sessions

The event featured several dynamic sessions, each tailored to enhance environmental awareness and inspire proactive engagement:

1. Gensight Session:

   • The festival commenced with an interactive seminar by Amanda Prita Kirana, CEO and Founder of Dit Reveille, who introduced students to the upcycling potential of plastic bottle waste for crafting eco-friendly furniture. She demonstrated how creativity can transform discarded materials into aesthetically pleasing and functional high-value products.

2. Genexperience Session:

   • Participants engaged in a hands-on workshop on processing organic waste into maggot feed—an innovative approach utilizing the larvae of the Black Soldier Fly to effectively reduce food waste. The session illuminated the interconnection between waste management and ecosystem sustainability, equipping students with practical knowledge on circular economy principles.

3. Genaction Session:

   • Encouraging students to become environmental advocates, this segment not only deepened their understanding of waste processing but also empowered them to act as information disseminators and environmental educators within their respective communities.

Cultivating Environmental Enthusiasm Through Engaging Activities

Beyond its educational focus, Genovator 2025 infused environmental awareness with an entertaining and interactive approach:

• Generfun Session:

  • Students participated in team-based games designed to challenge collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving skills, fostering an atmosphere of enthusiasm and camaraderie.

• Genawards Session:

  • In recognition of active participation, innovation, and dedication, exemplary students were honored with awards to motivate continued engagement in environmental conservation efforts.

Promoting Experiential Learning in Sustainability

Event Manager Yogi Prasetio emphasized the significance of integrating hands-on experiences into environmental education. "Our goal as the Genovator organizing committee is to introduce a fresh, practical, and enjoyable approach to sustainability without compromising educational depth. By inviting experts in waste management and providing interactive activities—such as maggot-related waste processing—we aim to foster firsthand engagement," he explained.

Despite the demanding training schedules of SOPJR students as athletes, Genovator 2025 was executed seamlessly, with enthusiastic participation driving the event's success. Its interactive and participatory format ensured that students not only acquired knowledge but also experienced tangible applications of sustainable practices.

Empowering Future Environmental Leaders

Genovator 2025 effectively instilled a spirit of collaboration and action, inspiring students to take concrete steps toward environmental sustainability. The event reinforced the notion that youth engagement in environmental advocacy must go beyond passive learning—they must be active participants in safeguarding the planet.

By integrating education, innovation, and experiential learning, Genovator 2025 has successfully cultivated a generation of informed and empowered change-makers committed to environmental conservation.