Passing down traditions and culture from one generation to the next is not an easy thing to do. Amidst the rapid advancement of modern technology, Kampoeng Hompimpa Yogyakarta is contributing to the preservation of culture by creating a community where children can learn more about Indonesia’s traditional games.
Nowadays, parents are concerned about reducing excessive screen time for their children, as it has become a health issue. Kampoeng Hompimpa is aware of this problem and consistently creates campaigns to raise awareness about Indonesia’s traditional games among younger generations by organizing engaging activities at events. The mission is to attract children to learn more about Indonesia’s culture while providing valuable activities that help improve their social and motor skills.
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The Story of Kampoeng Hompimpa Yogyakarta
Kampoeng Hompimpa was established in 2018 as a cto explore local culture, particularly in Yogyakarta and its surrounding areas. Catherine Pamela, the founder of Kampoeng Hompimpa Yogyakarta, recognizes that many children today know little about Indonesia’s traditional games. Moreover, these games have become difficult to find, as they are no longer sold in modern shops and usually only appear during cultural or special events.
The popularity of Indonesia’s traditional games continues to decline as technology rapidly advances. In fact, traditional games offer many benefits for children’s growth and carry deep philosophies and stories behind each one, teaching children empathy, authenticity, and more.
How Kampoeng Hompimpa Yogyakarta Revives Childhood Traditions
Every time Kampoeng Hompimpa participates in an event, everyone can enjoy a variety of traditional toys and games, ranging from Egrang and Engklek to Dakon and Lompat Tali (traditional skipping ropes). Align with their mission, here are the regular programs of Kampoeng Hompimpa Yogyakarta:
- Goes to School: Goes to School is a program dedicated to educating children in their schools by introducing Indonesia’s traditional games through interactive sessions. Kampoeng Hompimpa also allows children to try traditional games such as Gangsing (spinning top), Egrang, Bekel, Dhakon, and more.
- #DolananYuk: #DolananYuk is regularly held in public areas in Yogyakarta, encouraging children to spend their free time enjoying traditional games. Some of the places they have visited include Pasar Wiguna, Keraton Yogyakarta, Universitas Gadjah Mada, shopping centers, and Alun-Alun.
- Gambreng!: Gambreng! is a program that invites people to visit traditional game creators, learn how each piece is made, and discover how these games have been passed down from generation to generation as a legacy from our predecessors.
- Jelajah Warisan: Kampoeng Hompimpa not only serves as a community organization but also sells traditional games. The profits are used to provide toys for underprivileged children.
Kampoeng Hompimpa shows us that Indonesia is rich in culture and tradition, and that preserving it starts with small steps.
