Reviving Cultural Heritage: A Collaborative Initiative with University Kebangsaan Malaysia to Document Wayang Panji Nusantara

Universitas Negeri Malang is proud to announce a groundbreaking research initiative that aims to create a documentary model for making a film about Wayang Panji Nusantara, a rich cultural heritage in Indonesia. This research team is led by Dr. Rudi Irawanto, S.Pd, M.Sn, with three researchers namely Dr. Hary Suswanto, S.T, M.T., Ni’matul Istiqomah, S,Pd, M.Pd, and Dr. Tri Wahyuningyas, S.Pd, M.Si, two students from our university namely Mohammad Dio Alianzyah and Ferina Irawati. This project, conducted in collaboration with Junaini Kasdan, a distinguished foreign researcher from University Kebangsaan Malaysia, promises to preserve and promote the beauty and significance of Wayang Panji Nusantara.

Wayang Panji Nusantara is a traditional Indonesian art form that combines storytelling, music, and puppetry. By leveraging modern filmmaking techniques, this research seeks to create a documentary model that captures the essence of Wayang Panji Nusantara, ensuring that this cultural treasure is preserved for future generations.

This research initiative aligns perfectly with the global Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) of “Quality Education.” By documenting Wayang Panji Nusantara and creating educational resources, we are contributing to the advancement of cultural education, ensuring that it is accessible, engaging, and reflective of our shared heritage.

The compatibility of this program with the SDG of Quality Education is both inspiring and vital. Education is not merely about imparting knowledge; it is about preserving and promoting our shared cultural heritage. By documenting Wayang Panji Nusantara, we are building bridges between tradition and technology, fostering a sense of identity, and contributing to the quality of education through cultural appreciation.

In conclusion, our collaboration with University Kebangsaan Malaysia and the focus on Wayang Panji Nusantara represents a visionary step forward in our commitment to cultural preservation and education. Together, we are reviving cultural heritage, creating connections, and shaping a brighter, more inclusive future. We invite the campus community, stakeholders, and all interested parties to engage with and support this transformative project.