Indonesian UK Graduates Honoured for Transforming Business, Culture, and Education
Four Indonesian graduates from UK universities were honoured at the 8th British Council's Study UK Alumni Awards in Jakarta. The ceremony took place on February 6, 2026, as part of East Asia Education Week. Winners were recognised for their contributions in business, culture, science, and social action.
Muh Agung Saputra, an Imperial College London graduate, received the Business and Innovation Award. His climate-tech platform, Surplus Indonesia, has supported over one million people and reused 10,000 tons of products. The initiative focuses on reducing waste through technology.
Dinda Intan Prasmeti Putri, who studied at Queen Margaret University, won the Culture, Creativity and Sport Award. Her work transformed Yogyakarta into a City of Festivals in 2025, boosting the local creative economy. The award highlights her role in expanding cultural opportunities in the region.
Mirza Idha Saifuddin, a University of Warwick alumnus, took home the Social Action Award. In his remote hometown of Sawahan, Nganjuk, he expanded a tuition-free school from 17 to 240 students annually. His efforts aim to tackle educational inequality in underserved communities.
Dewi Nur Aisyah, a graduate of University College London and Imperial College London, earned the Science and Sustainability Award. She played a key role in shaping Indonesia's Covid-19 data system and now leads national digital health projects. Her work has strengthened public health infrastructure across the country.
The awards celebrated achievements in four key areas: business, culture, science, and social action. Each winner demonstrated how UK education has enabled them to drive change in Indonesia. Their projects continue to impact communities, education, and sustainability nationwide.
