When learning becomes a shared journey, it doesn’t just change lives—it transforms entire communities. This is the story of Haryono, an entrepreneur and educator who proves that education is the key to collective success. His journey illustrates how knowledge, when shared, becomes a powerful force for change.
A Community That Opens Doors
Haryono was among the first learners to join SME 1, the pioneering learning group in the Solve My English (SME) Indonesia community. From the beginning, he recognized the value of learning in a supportive environment. Reflecting on his experience, he shared:
“Having a community is a privilege in today’s world, where success is not only determined by intelligence but also by networking, which opens doors to more learning opportunities. In the SME community, members come from diverse professional, academic, and cultural backgrounds. Yet, when we come together in SME, we unite with one common goal—to learn English with Edbot.”
This mindset has shaped his approach to education and entrepreneurship. For Haryono, learning is not just about acquiring knowledge—it’s about connecting with others, exchanging ideas, and growing together.
Paying It Forward: A Leader in Learning
Haryono’s journey with SME didn’t stop at personal growth. Seeing the impact of English proficiency on career and business opportunities, he made it his mission to encourage others—especially students and micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME) entrepreneurs—to embrace English learning as a tool for success.
As a Community Ambassador, he plays a key role in expanding the SME learning network. His passion for teaching and mentoring led him to establish the HAR01 community group, where learners from different backgrounds—students from Jakarta, Bekasi, Bangka Belitung, and MSME entrepreneurs from Palu, Bintan, and beyond—come together to improve their English skills.
At the heart of this initiative is Edbot, an AI-powered interactive learning tool that enables learners to practice English anytime, anywhere. With bite-sized lessons, voice recognition for pronunciation practice, and gamified elements, Edbot makes learning engaging and accessible, helping thousands improve their English skills in a fun and practical way.
A Lifelong Learner with a Vision
Haryono’s commitment to education extends beyond his work in the community. Determined to keep growing, he recently took a bold step in his academic journey—pursuing a Ph.D. at a private university in Jakarta, earning a 60% scholarship in recognition of his perseverance and passion for learning.
His story proves what’s possible when knowledge, opportunity, and a supportive community come together. It’s also a reminder that education is not a destination—it’s a lifelong journey.
Let’s Create More Stories Like Haryono’s
Haryono’s impact is the kind of change we strive to create every day. Through collaborations with partners and funders, we can continue building learning communities where individuals like Haryono can thrive, support others, and create meaningful change.
Partner with us today! Let’s create a future where learning has no limits.
Read our Solve My English journey here.