In Kartini Day spirit, PT Isuzu Astra Motor Indonesia (IAMI) extends its continued support for Indonesian women empowerment so that they can chase their dreams and actively contribute, even though the automotive business is traditionally male-dominated.
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Promoting Women’s Involvement at IAMI
At IAMI, the firm has long been committed to building a diverse work environment that supports women to excel. This is evident in the numerous capable and powerful women in senior management roles, who are provided with opportunities to advance their careers and skills irrespective of gender.
Rian Erlangga on Kartini’s Spirit
Rian Erlangga, Business Strategy Division Head at IAMI, said the Kartini spirit, which struggled for women’s education and equality, is the pillar of the company’s drive to build a fair and supportive working environment. Erlangga underscored that IAMI holds the belief in providing women with equal opportunities to develop professionally and overcome obstacles that have long plagued male-dominated sectors such as automotive.
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“We Are Women, We Can and Work” Campaign
In the ongoing effort IAMI has rolled out the “We Are Women, We Can and Work” campaign. This initiative is to inspire and empower women which in turn is to break down the stereotypes of what women do in the auto industry. Through this campaign IAMI puts out to women to believe in themselves and to go after the career opportunities that are available to them.
Female Leaders at IAMI
Women leaders’ success in IAMI is a testament to the company’s dedication to diversity. One shining example is Vonie Kurniawaty, Division Head of Finance and IT of PT IAMI. Vonie, with almost 20 years of experience in the automotive industry, has shown that women can also succeed in the world of automotive by being a professional, being honest, and possessing good teamwork.
Vonie Kurniawaty: Smashing Barriers in the Automobile Sector
Vanie put out what she has learned from her experience in a very male dominated field. “I see that in a male dominated field what you have is certain expectations and also a question of a women’s ability to lead which is an issue, I also had that,“ she said. But what Vanie found is that what breaks through is consistent performance, problem solving, and open communication.
She also appreciated working in IAMI because it encourages women employees to develop. IAMI has a working culture where the female as well as male employees are motivated to share their thoughts, own their work, and keep developing.
Work-Life Balance for Women: Vonie’s Perspective
Vonie also emphasized the importance of balancing a professional career with personal life. She believes that women can succeed in both spheres if they manage their time well and have the support of both their families and workplace. “Women don’t have to choose between family and career. Both can coexist if you have a solid support system and proper time management skills,” she said.
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Isuzu’s commitment to empowering women
IAMI shows strong support for gender equality by creating an inclusive workplace. With leadership programs, mentoring, and a supportive culture, the company helps more women grow and lead in the automotive world.
