Biography:
Growing up in Bali and Jakarta but spending his high school years in Yogyakarta, Beringin has been exposed to different cultures since an early age. He was raised in a multicultural, multiethnic and multireligious family with a strong belief that diversity is a strength that should be embraced. His interests in culture and its relations to politics brought him to study political science, where he wrote a final thesis about punk rock music as a form of protest against Thatcher’s policies in England.
After graduating, Beringin further deepened his passion for traveling and experiencing other cultures by doing immersive social research in poor areas across Indonesia, where he lived with people in their homes to learn and understand their daily lives. He then pursued his craft in political communications by joining and leading the 2019 national elections field campaign team of a young legislative candidate from North Kalimantan, one of the most remote and underdeveloped provinces, before joining Kiroyan Partners.
Experience:
Beringin was involved in multiple organizations and committees during his university years at the Political Science Student Association and committees at FISIP UI. He was then tasked by Garuda Indonesia Air Crew’s Union (IKAGI) to assemble an independent third-party team for their general elections and assembly.
He started his career as an associate researcher for Reality Check Approach+ (RCA+), a project under Palladium International that focuses on development and poverty issues, emphasizing human-centered research. By living in with the informants in their own home, with their family, and minimizing the power gap, he gained the opportunity to learn and experience other people’s lives. Beringin was involved in studies on adolescents’ nutrition and physical activities and about children’s perspectives on government social protection programs, both of which have been published.
Prior to joining Kiroyan Partners as a consultant, Beringin moved to North Kalimantan as a full-time legislative candidate’s chief field campaign officer for 8 months. There, he honed his political communication and analysis, project management, and writing skills. This direct involvement in a political process gave him a valuable insight into real politics both at the grassroots and elite levels.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree, Comparative Politics, Department of Political Sciences, Faculty of Political and Social Science, University of Indonesia, Depok, Indonesia (2013).
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other team members
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Talita Putriyanti
Communication SpecialistWith a background in psychology, Talita followed her interest in the communications field with her strong observational skill and analytical thinking. Her years of experience interacting with different cultures from having lived in several Indonesian cities—including Bandung, Makassar, Surabaya, and Medan—have also enrichen her perspectives. A self-starter and perceptive team player, Talita is a valuable addition to the team.
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Adi Abidin
Public Policy & Stakeholder Management SpecialistAdi is well-versed in public policy and stakeholder management discourse due to his avid interest in public policy and politics. He has vast experience in conducting qualitative studies and stakeholder mapping and analysis for private and non-profit sectors.
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Masayu Yulien Vinanda
Deputy CEO and Principal ConsultantWith her vast experience working in media industry and development sector, Masayu Vinanda (Nanda) has always been passionate about enhancing the strategic role of communication and media to promote development and social change. Her expertise is centred around strategic communication, knowledge management, social and behaviour change communication.
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Dita Ramadhani
Communication SpecialistDita is a seasoned environmental and sustainability consultant with over 12 years of experience. Her deep-rooted passion for environmental conservation was cultivated early on, growing up in Lampung where her father’s expertise in urban planning exposed her to the complexities of natural resource management. A skilled communicator with a proven track record of delivering impactful results, her career trajectory is marked by a consistent focus on driving positive environmental impact including through digital activism. Her passion for nature, humanity, and environmental stewardship enhances Kiroyan Partners’ capacity to deliver exceptional results.