Amidst the increasingly complex global geopolitical dynamics of 2026, the challenge of maintaining international peace now goes beyond political diplomacy at negotiation tables. Ideological polarization, territorial disputes, and gaps in technological access often trigger sentiments of exclusivity that spread to the grassroots through limitless digital spaces.

As part of the global community, Indonesia faces the reality that sustainable peace can only be achieved if every individual has a foundation of empathy and respect for differences in nationhood, culture, and beliefs. Without a foundation of respect from an early age, low cross-cultural literacy can easily turn distant global conflicts into real social tensions within our own environments.
This aligns with the 2026 Global Risk Report, which ranks geo-economic confrontation as a primary global risk. Furthermore, UNESCO data shows that two out of three people worldwide are now exposed to hate speech in digital spaces—a real threat to international harmony.

Investing in the Future

To combat these challenges, the Redea Institute (formerly HighScope Indonesia Institute) is committed to instilling the values of tolerance and respect for differences in all students at HighScope Indonesia School (which will transition to Eco Socio Tech School in July 2026).

Based on the belief that the best education simulates real-life experiences, Redea Institute organizes an annual interfaith activity titled PTR (Peace, Tolerance, Respect). This year’s theme is:

"Building an Attitude of Respect for Fellow Humans and Living Beings to Create a Peaceful and Sustainable Life."

About the PTR Program

The PTR program is a concrete manifestation of efforts to promote civil life by internalizing tolerance and appreciating the noble contributions of every religion to humanity.
● Consistency: Since 2004, PTR has been held annually during Ramadan, embracing students of all faiths, including Islam, Protestantism, Catholicism, Hinduism, and Buddhism.
● Inclusive Curriculum: The program combines interfaith collaboration sessions with specific spiritual strengthening based on each student's background.
● Participation: The activities involve students from Grade 4 through High School.
   ○ Elementary & Middle School: Required to participate in a 2-day, 1-night stay at the school.
   ○ High School: A full-day program from morning until after Tarawih prayers.

Activity Highlights

During the sessions, students explore universal values, such as devotion to God through respecting the dignity of all living beings. While Muslim students perform Tarawih prayers, students of other faiths engage in spiritual discussions with their respective religious leaders, focusing on practicing faith through solidarity and tolerance in today's digital age.

Across various campuses, students also engage with the local community:
● Medan & Denpasar: Students prepare and distribute takjil (fast-breaking snacks) to local residents.
● Palembang: Students showcase musical performances, "tolerance poems" (pantun), and storytelling centered on kindness.
● TB Simatupang: Features talk shows with speakers from the Wahid Foundation, the Religious Harmony Forum (FKUB), and the Gusdurian Network.

As the HighScope Indonesia philosophy states: "HighScope Indonesia teaches students to respect differences, to allow differences, to encourage differences, until differences no longer make a difference".