Four winning teams of the Genera-Z Berbakti 2026 program have started the implementation phase of their community service projects in Bakti BCA-assisted tourism villages after completing the selection process, bootcamp, and final competition (27/07).

The four winning teams are Laskar Selasik from Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), MEGA LESTARI from Universitas Padjadjaran (UNPAD), Amerta Pertiwi from Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR), and KATALIS from Universitas Indonesia (UI).

Laskar Selasik will carry out its program in Terong Creative Tourism Village, Belitung Regency. MEGA LESTARI will implement its proposal in Gunung Padang Heritage Tourism Village, Cianjur Regency. Amerta Pertiwi will work in Patakbanteng Tourism Village, Wonosobo Regency, while KATALIS will conduct its program in Kakaskasen Dua Tourism Village, Tomohon City.

Four University Teams Selected for Village Implementation

Bakti BCA Ambassador and Genera-Z Berbakti 2026 panelist Nicholas Saputra said the four winning teams presented solutions that are expected to be implemented in their respective villages.

"We hope all selected universities can identify local challenges and offer relevant solutions in the field. We hope all winners will better understand community needs once they are in the field, so they can determine priorities and refine their respective programs," said Nicholas.

Bootcamp Prepared Students for Community Service

Before traveling to their assigned villages, the winners attended a bootcamp that provided training on community needs assessment, program planning, team building, data processing, and health, safety, and environment.

Fauzyiah, a member of the UGM team who is known as Uzi, said the bootcamp helped strengthen her team's readiness before working directly with local communities.

"This bootcamp has greatly helped us improve our abilities while reminding us that, as young people, we must continue learning, developing our skills, and staying on track toward the goals we want to achieve," she said.

Students Highlight Collaboration and Adaptability During Implementation

Usamah, a member of the UNAIR team, said the training gave his team a new understanding of the meaning of community service.

"We must understand problems from the community's perspective and build change together with them, rather than coming as people who believe they know everything. That is where sustainable impact can be created," said Usamah.

As the implementation stage begins, each team has also prepared to face challenges in the field.

"The most important thing is to remain adaptive, resilient, and always prioritize solutions when facing challenges," said Ghifari, a member of the UNPAD team.

Sarah from the UI team said teamwork and open communication are the main foundations for a successful program.

"When there are many ideas, the most important thing is that we can make decisions together for the success of the program," said Sarah.

Bakti BCA Marks the Start of the Program's Field Service Phase

BCA Executive Vice President of Corporate Communication & Social Responsibility Hera F. Haryn said the announcement of the winners marks the beginning of the program's most important stage, which is community service in the field.

"The selection of the Genera-Z Berbakti 2026 winners marks the beginning of the most crucial stage of this program, namely community service in the field. We believe the winners can carry out the programs they have prepared smoothly together with the community. We hope this community service will become valuable experience for the students' future and help communities become more empowered and resilient," said Hera.

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