Book Launching: Pendataan Tradisi Lisan 5 Ritual Peralihan
The Book Launch of Pendataan Tradisi Lisan 5 Ritual Peralihan di Indonesia was successfully held on 21 February in Jakarta, bringing together more than 50 invited guests from government institutions, cultural organizations, academia, and creative communities. The event marked the official introduction of the book, which is based on extensive on-site research conducted across three provinces—West Java, Bali, and West Nusa Tenggara—supported by the Ministry of Culture, Dana Indonesiana, and LPDP.
The program featured a presentation of key research findings, highlighting the significance of oral traditions within five major rites of passage and their relevance to cultural preservation and emerging fields such as personalized medicine. Guests engaged in meaningful discussions on cultural genetics, local wisdom, and the future of interdisciplinary cultural research in Indonesia. The event also served as a platform to strengthen networks among cultural practitioners, researchers, and policymakers.
The launch concluded with positive feedback and strong appreciation for the book’s contribution to Indonesia’s cultural documentation and applied cultural studies. Participants expressed interest in future collaborations, potential integration into educational and cultural programs, and wider dissemination of the findings. The success of this event reinforces the importance of continued research and publication to support Indonesia’s cultural advancement.
The program featured a presentation of key research findings, highlighting the significance of oral traditions within five major rites of passage and their relevance to cultural preservation and emerging fields such as personalized medicine. Guests engaged in meaningful discussions on cultural genetics, local wisdom, and the future of interdisciplinary cultural research in Indonesia. The event also served as a platform to strengthen networks among cultural practitioners, researchers, and policymakers.
The launch concluded with positive feedback and strong appreciation for the book’s contribution to Indonesia’s cultural documentation and applied cultural studies. Participants expressed interest in future collaborations, potential integration into educational and cultural programs, and wider dissemination of the findings. The success of this event reinforces the importance of continued research and publication to support Indonesia’s cultural advancement.