Dewi Sartika

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Dewi Sartika's greatest achievement was founding the first school for women in the Dutch East Indies, a milestone that sparked a movement. By 1920, her efforts had led to girls' schools across West Java, fundamentally changing educational access for Indonesian women. Her posthumous recognition as a National Hero in 1966 cemented her place in the nation's history.

AwardsDewi Sartika was posthumously named a National Hero of Indonesia in 1966, in recognition of her pioneering contributions to women's education. This is her most significant honour, reflecting her lasting impact on the nation.

Honours & Distinctions

National Hero of Indonesia

Government of Indonesia·1966

Posthumously conferred for her contributions to women's education.

Records & Feats

First school for women in the Dutch East Indies

Historic First·1904

Founded Sekolah Isteri in 1904, the first formal school for women in the colony.