Agus Joyo Sutono, a government teacher at SD Dua Jati Kulon in Jati District, Kudus Regency, has been teaching for over two decades. He recently expressed his appreciation for the improvements in the distribution of the Teacher Professional Allowance (TPG) under President Prabowo Subianto’s administration. Agus highlighted that the disbursement process for TPG has become faster, more precise, and transparent, making it more convenient for teachers nationwide to receive their allowances.
Having started his teaching career in 2003 and officially becoming a PPPK teacher in 2023, Agus views his professional journey as a pivotal moment in terms of recognition and motivation to enhance his teaching skills. Despite receiving TPG since 2011, it was only this year that he noticed a significant enhancement in the distribution system. Agus noted that the new method of direct central transfers to teachers’ accounts has streamlined the process and improved efficiency.
Agus perceives the TPG not only as a financial incentive but also as a symbol of trust and government support for the teaching profession. He praised the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (Kemendikbudristek) and President Prabowo for the innovative policy that has simplified the distribution process. Besides supporting his family, Agus also uses the TPG for his own educational pursuits, such as pursuing a bachelor’s degree in primary school education.
In addition to personal use, Agus demonstrates solidarity by assisting non-civil servant teaching staff and contributing to school activities with a portion of his TPG allowance. He believes that the new policy should be established as a long-term standard to support the welfare and professional development of committed teachers. Agus hopes that the TPG will continue to benefit teachers and contribute to building a better Indonesia.