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Inspirational Book for Indonesian Youth in Rural Areas

  • Indonesia
Raised So Far USD 928
103% Complete
Target : USD 900

About Appeal

Why Book Inspired Me to Travel & To Get Better Education


My name is Olivia. I have been traveling to over 40 countries and 5 continents in the world solo through scholarship, workshop, and educational activities.

It might be common for people from the West to travel the world due to their competitive advantage: high purchasing power, no visa awaits, and it is encouraged in society.

But it was NOT in my case.

I grew up in a small town in a highland of Sumatra with a solid dream to travel the world.

As an Indonesian, Money, Visa and Safety are some hindrances I face firsthand to step out of the country.

Common Question I Get When Traveling: How do I fund my travel? Do I come from a rich family or do I have a sugar daddy?

No one could believe that I could travel the world solo by my own effort.
The simple answer is Education!

I got my double master's degree from one of the best universities in Australia under a full scholarship.

I did part of my study in Tokyo, in Melbourne, in Montana, US all under full scholarships. Not only that I also went for a competition, internship, summer research to learn and also explore the world at the same time. 


Reading Books Help Me Reach My Dreams


“One must always be careful of books," said Tessa, "and what is inside them, for words have the power to change us.”
― Cassandra Clare, Clockwork Angel

How do I get inspired to travel and to achieve my dreams for a better education? Because I read.

I strongly believe that books are the most powerful thing that could change your mind. The more I read, the more I want to travel the world to see the beauty of nature and people and culture.

Now that I have traveled a lot and get my higher education, I don’t want to keep my story for myself, I want to leave a legacy to other young Indonesian and to inspire them to get as much as opportunities from traveling: job, study, friendship.

In January 2019, I finally published a book ‘Traveling Aja Dulu’ (literally in English ‘Let’s Just Travel’) by Gramedia (Indonesian biggest publisher).

Link to the book: www.gramedia.com/products/traveling-aja-dulu


Help me to distribute the book to Rural Area in Indonesia

However, most of my readers are from the city and urban areas. The disparity of urban and rural areas in Indonesia is big and I wish to inspire more young people who lack access to information and education.

Thus, today for my birthday, my only wish is to be able to inspire young Indonesians in the rural areas to reach out to their dreams through my book. I aim to send one book each to 200 libraries and reading parks all across Indonesia.

List of 200 libraries and reading garden where I will distribute the book can be checked here: 1001buku.or.id/r2/jaringbuku/tb_data.php/

The book is purchased at a production cost of Rp.60.000 each ($4 dollar only!!)

Luckily the Indonesian Post Office gives a free Book Delivery Program! Free shipping books is set every month on the 17th with a shipment weight of 10 kg for one shipment. Thus, I will use the service for delivery.

The fund that I am collecting will be used for:

1. Purchasing book: Rp.60.000 x 200 books = Rp.12.000.000
2. Packing the book with boxes: Rp.400.000
3. Transport to Indonesian Post Office: Rp.200.000
4. Book delivery program: FREE

Total: Rp12.600.000 (USD 900)

I strongly believe that the book is the most powerful tool for young people to be brave and reach their most potential. Thus, I am making sure all the donations for my birthday wish is allocated to inspire young Indonesians who lack facilities and support in their distinct area.

Thank you so much!


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Recent Donors 15

  • Jan Ole Behrens

    EUR 25 11/23/2019 08:30:06 AM UTC

  • Anonymous

    USD 466 11/22/2019 11:53:04 AM UTC

  • Tarek Kholoussy

    Congrats, Olivia - what a wonderful initiative! A perfect example of what we're striving to achieve with Nomads Giving Back! Appreciate all your contributions - keep inspiring us!

    USD 25 11/22/2019 10:07:33 AM UTC

  • Job Verberne

    Beautiful work! 👏

    EUR 20 11/20/2019 11:38:53 AM UTC

  • Lasith Fernando

    AUD 25 11/19/2019 10:32:56 AM UTC

  • Suzana Lebrecht

    USD 10 11/18/2019 02:30:35 AM UTC

  • Max Fornito

    USD 50 11/17/2019 04:54:24 AM UTC

  • Adam Kornfield

    Love it great work Olivia!

    USD 20 11/17/2019 12:38:41 AM UTC

  • Rob Riley

    Love your work :)

    USD 75 11/16/2019 08:17:52 PM UTC

  • Zaki Yamani

    USD 100 11/16/2019 06:14:53 PM UTC

  • Hani Marko

    Good luck with the project Ka Oliv! Sangat inspiring! Semoga berguna untuk teman-teman di rural area 😊 Semangat terus yah!

    USD 15 11/16/2019 05:25:56 PM UTC

  • Anonymous

    Happy birthday my dear friend Olivia Purba! I wish can help you to make your dream come true

    USD 25 11/16/2019 04:51:34 PM UTC

  • Mariketa Hranacova

    It warms my heart you chose this cause.

    USD 25 11/16/2019 04:48:47 PM UTC

  • Dirkjan

    Happy Birthday Sayang! Get those books to all corners of Indonesia 👍👍

    USD 25 11/16/2019 09:37:01 AM UTC

  • Puling Lai

    Go girl! You are an inspiration!

    USD 25 11/16/2019 09:17:05 AM UTC