NABIRE – The Central Papua Regional Police (Polda Papua Tengah) continues to strengthen its commitment to education through the Police Care for Education program. This time, the initiative reached students of SMA YPK Tabernakel Nabire, focusing on preventing bullying in the school environment.
The educational activity was led directly by Central Papua Police Chief, Brigadier General of Police Jermias Rontini, accompanied by several senior officials of the Central Papua Regional Police.
During the event, Rontini emphasized the importance of creating a safe, comfortable, and violence-free learning environment. He stated that schools are not merely places to acquire knowledge but also spaces where students develop their character and prepare for their future.
He explained that the Police Care for Education program reflects the Indonesian National Police’s (Polri) commitment to supporting the development of younger generations so they can grow into responsible individuals with strong values and promising futures.
Rontini stressed that bullying must never be treated as normal behavior or dismissed as a joke among students.
He explained that bullying does not only involve physical violence but can also take the form of teasing, insults, social exclusion, humiliating nicknames, and actions intended to embarrass others through social media.
Therefore, every student must understand that all children have equal rights to learn, feel safe, be accepted, and receive respect within their school environment.
The Police Chief also encouraged students not to be afraid to report bullying if they experience or witness such incidents. They can seek assistance from teachers, homeroom teachers, school guidance counselors, or their parents.
He further reminded students not to participate in bullying in any way, including laughing at victims or sharing bullying-related content on social media.
In addition, Rontini urged school authorities and parents to strengthen supervision and maintain open, constructive communication with children.
He noted that schools should establish accessible reporting mechanisms while ensuring the confidentiality of complainants’ identities so that students feel safe when reporting incidents.
At the end of the event, Rontini encouraged all students of SMA YPK Tabernakel Nabire to make the most of their youth by engaging in positive and productive activities.
He reminded them that the younger generation plays an important role in shaping the future of their families, communities, and the development of Central Papua.
