Hasto Comes Down to Clean the Code River: Taking Care of the River is Not Enough with Appeals

He also linked the action to clean the Code River to the culture of mutual cooperation which is the spirit of commemorating the anniversary of the City of Yogyakarta.

Hasto appreciated the involvement of various parties, including representatives of the DIY Regional Government, the Environmental Service, the DIY Marine and Fisheries Service, the River Region Center (BBWS), the DIY Police Mobile Brigade, and the Adisutjipto Air Base. This activity was also attended by UKDW, Rotary Club, and river care communities, including KPS DAM Surokarsan.

From Conservation Discussion to Action on Rivers

UKDW Chancellor Wiyatiningsih said that the Code River clean-up activity was a continuation of discussions regarding river conservation previously held on campus.

Through field activities, discussions about river conservation are realized in joint action between the government and the community.

"UKDW doesn't just stop here. We are ready to be partnered with environmental activities. We want to join hands and collaborate pentahelix to create a sustainable environment," he said.

Wiyatiningsih added that this involvement was in line with UKDW's vision as a Sustainable Entrepreneurial Research University. The campus hopes to continue to contribute to environmental preservation through collaboration with the government, society, community and other stakeholders.