Eyewitness — Badung
On the commemoration of Kartini Day, April 21, 2026, the Warden of the Class IIA Kerobokan Women’s Prison, Ni Luh Putu Andiyani, emphasized that the occasion serves as a vital momentum for fostering spirit, vocational skills, and self-confidence among inmates. The event was attended by the Vice Governor’s spouse, representatives from the Social Affairs Agency, and several institutions dedicated to women’s empowerment in Bali, also six of Netherland delagetes of World Congress of Probation and Paroles visit imates today.
The celebration featured a traditional hair-styling (sanggul) workshop organized by the Bali Province Social Affairs, Women’s Empowerment, and Child Protection Agency (P3A). Additionally, the Brahmakunta Bali Foundation provided socialization and training sessions titled “Empowered Women Toward Golden Indonesia 2045” and “Out of Darkness to Light,” aimed at motivating inmates to pursue continuous personal growth and independence.
”The participants and female inmates at Kerobokan Prison are incredibly enthusiastic about these opportunities. They showcased their talents through a traditional dance performance, a Kartini-themed fashion show, and an exhibition featuring handmade crafts such as bags, scarves, hand fans, knitwear, and paintings,” Andiyani explained.
According to Andiyani, inmates receive formal certification for the skills and crafts they master during their incarceration, providing them with tangible credentials upon their release.
The reach of their work has already extended beyond the prison walls. “Our handicrafts and ready-to-eat food products have been marketed across various regions in Indonesia. In fact, these products were exhibited and used as souvenirs for international delegates during a recent global congress,” she added.
The prison’s comprehensive empowerment program includes:
• Vocational Training: Culinary arts, beauty salon services, and nail art.
• Agribusiness: Melon and grape cultivation.
• Livestock: Catfish and poultry farming.
Despite the success of these programs, the facility faces significant logistical challenges. The Kerobokan Women’s Prison currently houses 258 inmates—including 12 foreign nationals and five infants—well exceeding its intended capacity of 120 occupants.
Reporter : Daniel Herry
