FIRST TIME JOINING SUMMER SCHOOL (PART 3 - END)

Hey there!! How's it going, folks? Welcome to part 3 of our journey together, and yes, it's the last leg of our adventure. But hey, no need to get all gloomy about it, we've got some cool stuff to cover!

Let's dive right in and talk about the summer schools. So, during the first week, we had these excellent class lectures led by the OPHI experts. They really took us on a deep dive into the world of multidimensional poverty measurement. We covered everything from the basics to some pretty advanced stuff, and man, did it open our eyes!

Then came the second week, when things got even more enjoyable. We still had a few lectures, but the main focus was on our group project. Now, here's the cool part - we got to decide what we wanted to measure. Some groups went for poverty/deprivation, but my squad? We were all about youth empowerment. It was totally up to us!

Oh, and let's not forget the weekends. On the first, we went on this epic city tour in Jakarta with the other participants and OPHI officers. We hit up Kota Tua and had the most fantastic lunch at this stunning restaurant (I'm kicking myself for forgetting the name!). Seriously, it was a feast for the senses.

And as if that wasn't enough, on the second weekend, after the closing ceremony, we were treated to a dinner with live performances by some talented UI students. Talk about ending things on a high note! What a night to remember.

Oh yeah, I was snapping away like crazy during the whole event! I mean, how could I resist capturing all those extraordinary moments, right? From the class lectures to the city tour and the closing dinner, my phone’s camera was getting a serious workout. Gotta make sure I've got those memories locked and loaded for future reminiscing!

a-must-have breakfast: Bubur Ayam with the assignments, so messy

second day of summer school, walked for about an hour to get to the restaurant and bought 1 lobster worth 450IDR for 6 people *sigh

the one and only, Sabina Alkire, always got me mezmerised


anabulnya FE UI (?)

once upon a time, tried to look for another cafeteria and we (Me, Maria, Caro and Audrey) got lost and trapped by rain, thank God the mie ayam was good

the genius Monic patiently guided us during the working group session because we were so confused lol


love the colour palette of my batik lol


fantastic foods yumm

weekend lunch with the ladies

my brain was forced to work after a super-long hiatus


after course selfie won't hurt

everyday was a restaurant hopping with my luv Caro

istg I would never settle for less, get yourself a partner who looks at you so lovingly as Caro did (should I just make a post for her separately?)

working group, it was me, Caro, Pak Rofiq, Farhan, Dydor and Pak Riza 

se-tis squad? LMAO


our neighbors: Kak Michele, Driesch, Kak Euis, and Data 

went for an ice coffee with Driesch and both of us used fake names lol


second to last day situation

our group which basically depended on Pak Rofiq for the Stata Lab :"

selfie during the break

a not-so-full-team photo lol


final day: presentation

talking about youth empowerment on youth day (what a coincident)

felt like in California (?)

the closing ceremony: receiving the certificate

could not thank Bu Niki enough for the help :)))

if I was allowed to brag something: Sabina Alkire hugged me!

my fellow civil servant from The Philippines, Driesch <3 

a potato and two Oxonians (did I mention it right? I mean Oxford alumi)

not the last hug of course, it was just for that night


it's funny that we never met in class (student-lecturer) during my undergrad, but then be in the same group during summer school lol

the cute Fanni who majored in Sociology at Oxford

On the other hand, I've got something special for you for all you curious cats out there wondering what I picked up at the OPHI summer school! You can actually snag the online course for FREE. Yeah, you heard me right - zero dollars, folks! It's a self-paced gig hosted by the UNDP and OPHI, so why not take advantage of this sweet opportunity? Just hit up the link and dive right in.

And if you're itching to learn even more about OPHI, head over to their website for all the juicy details. Trust me, it's worth checking out!

As I wrap up my OPHI summer school experience, I can't help but reflect on all the incredible takeaways and inspirations it has given me. First off, the knowledge I gained about multidimensional poverty measurement has truly broadened my perspective and opened my eyes to new possibilities. Learning from experts in the field and collaborating with fellow participants has been nothing short of enlightening.

But beyond the academic insights, the summer school has also left me with a sense of empowerment. Knowing that I now have the tools and understanding to make a real difference in addressing poverty and deprivation is incredibly motivating. It's shown me that even small actions can have a big impact when it comes to creating positive change in the world.

For anyone considering participating in a similar program, my advice is simple: go for it! The experience is not only educational but also deeply enriching on a personal level. You'll come away with a newfound sense of purpose and a network of like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a difference.

And with that, I'll sign off with a huge thank you to OPHI and everyone else involved for this incredible opportunity. Here's to embracing new challenges and continuing to make a difference, one step at a time. 

Last but not least, if you have any questions whatsoever, don't hesitate to reach out! Seriously, whether you want to know more about my OPHI summer school experience, dive deeper into the world of multidimensional poverty measurement, or just chat about life in general, I'm all ears. Drop your questions in the comments, shoot me an email, or hit me up on social media – I'm here and ready to chat! Cheers!