Afgan Gradiyanto
2025-2026 University of Chicago Scholar
Indonesia
Office of the Minister, Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology
Catalyzing philanthropic funding to advance climate action in Indonesia
Afgan Gradiyanto is a former management consultant and advisor in Indonesia's Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology, working to protect future generations from climate change. In his government role, Afgan spearheaded the design and implementation of strategic programs and policies focused on climate change education across the country, reaching 60 million students, 400,000 schools, and 4,000 universities. Having made a mark in the public and private sectors, Afgan now seeks to drive climate change work through what he sees as the underutilized nonprofit and philanthropic sectors in Indonesia. Through the Scholars program, Afgan aims to learn more about the nonprofit sector and understand how to foster a philanthropic culture, reaching untapped funds to support climate action. His goal is to catalyze a broader shift in Indonesia’s approach to social impact and create a sustainable ecosystem where philanthropy, public policy, and private sector engagement empower communities and drive meaningful change.
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