Our mother Kartini, also known as R.A Kartini, paved the way for women to attain education equal to men and pursue their dreams. Even today, her impact remains deeply ingrained in the hearts of Indonesian women.

Currently, the majority of Indonesian women can pursue their dream careers with confidence and determination. Many women now hold high-ranking positions in companies and government. For instance, the Minister of Communications and Digital (KOMDIGI), Ms. Meutya Viada Hafid, who was once recognized as one of the best journalists for her courage and professionalism in reporting the election in Iraq shortly after the fall of Saddam Hussein. In 2007, she received the prestigious Elizabeth O'Neil Journalism Award and the Press Card Number One (PCNO).

Moreover, Ms. Meutya Hafid has also authored a book, "168 Hours in Captivity," recounting her experience as a hostage while in Iraq.

Another prominent figure is Ms. Sri Mulyani, Indonesia's Minister of Finance, who has served in this role for three terms. She holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and is committed to advancing Indonesia's economy with honesty and humility through her relentless efforts. Ms. Sri Mulyani has held roles such as Managing Director of the World Bank and Consultant at the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) for six years. Her extraordinary career has earned her numerous accolades, including the title of Asia's Best Finance Minister by Emerging Markets in 2006 and being named the 2nd Most Influential Woman in Indonesia by Globe Asia Magazine in 2007.

Another distinguished figure is Ms. Retno Lestari Priansari Marsudi, who served as Indonesia's Special Envoy to the United Nations (UN). Reflecting on her career, she also held the position of Minister of Foreign Affairs from 2014 to 2019, achieving remarkable success, particularly in the field of diplomacy. Ms. Retno Marsudi pursued her diplomatic studies in International Relations at Gadjah Mada University in 1981 and later completed her Master’s degree at The Hague University of Applied Sciences, focusing on Human Rights at the University of Oslo. With her expertise, she has become a highly credible figure in both national and international diplomacy.

Her career began in 1994 as a diplomat at the Indonesian Embassy in Canberra and later continued in The Hague in 1997. Due to her diplomatic proficiency, she was appointed as Indonesia's Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands in 2005.

Progress, whether in academic achievements or careers, is fundamentally not limited by gender or ethnicity. Kartini's enduring spirit has proven that Indonesian women can reach the highest peaks alongside men.

Kartini once said, "After darkness comes light." This signifies that, despite the inequality women faced in the past, a brighter and more prosperous future will eventually unfold.

Although our beloved Kartini cannot witness the advancements of women in the modern era, her legacy of striving for equality and empowerment endures. Today, young women, especially those from Generation Z, leverage technology to express themselves, create, and inspire.

Modern women, particularly Gen Z, not only advocate for equality but also take tangible actions to effect change. Amid the challenges of the times, Gen Z women continue to move forward with ideas and contributions, embodying Kartini's spirit in both digital and real-world life.