In celebration of youth pledge day, DBS Foundation & Dicoding are set to develop 70,000 young digital talents through Coding Camp powered by DBS Foundation | Bahasa
This initiative comes amid a high demand for skilled workers in the field of information technology and the rapid growth of the national digital economy, which exceeded US$90 billion in 2024 and is estimated to reach US$600 billion by 2030. The World Economic Forum’s 2025 report identifies that skills in AI and data analysis will be the most in demand competencies for the future. Furthermore, data from the 2025 Indonesian Informatics Talent Roadmap shows that Indonesia still needs at least 23 million digital workers to achieve the Indonesia Emas 2045 (Golden Indonesia 2045) vision. This underscores the importance of accelerating improvements in Indonesia’s digital literacy and capacity.
“The programme is very useful in improving the digital skills of vocational school students, and also corresponds with the need to learn AI and coding that are currently a priority. We hope that more vocational school students will be able to attend intensive classes at Coding Camp powered by DBS Foundation in the future,” said Director General of Vocational Education, Special Education, and Special Services Education (PKPLK) at the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education of the Republic of Indonesia Tatang Muttaqin.
“We believe that digital inclusion is one of the keys to improving people's welfare and expanding economic opportunities for all. Through Coding Camp powered by DBS Foundation, we want to open up more equitable access to digital learning so that more young people can be absorbed by industries and be ready to contribute to Indonesia's digital economy. This initiative is in line with our sustainability pillar, Impact Beyond Banking, in realising our vision of being the ‘Best Bank for a Better World,’” said Head of Group Strategic Marketing and Communications PT Bank DBS Indonesia Mona Monika.
Registration for Coding Camp 2026 powered by DBS Foundation is open from 21 October 2025 to 15 January 2026 for university students, vocational school students, women, and people with disabilities. Through this programme, it is hoped that more people will have access to digital training and prepare themselves for the demands of the world of work in the era of digital transformation.
Entering its fourth year, the programme will feature a curriculum that has been updated to keep up with industry developments. Through a project-based learning approach, participants will undergo 900 hours, or the equivalent to one semester, of structured technology training. In addition to strengthening their tech skills in the fields of AI Engineering, Data Science, and Full-Stack Web Development, participants will also receive English language and financial literacy training to enhance their readiness to compete in the world of work.
“Coding Camp powered by DBS Foundation aims to produce digital talents who can think creatively, collaboratively, and become problem solvers to meet industry needs. Therefore, the programme challenges participants to produce final projects that solve various social issues. More than 400 digital works have been created from this programme,” CEO Dicoding Narenda Wicaksono
This year, Coding Camp powered by DBS Foundation is expanding its reach by collaborating with 10 leading universities in Indonesia:
Universitas Gadjah Mada (Gadjah Mada University)
Institut Pertanian Bogor (Bogor Agricultural University)
Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology)
Universitas Tarumanegara (Tarumanegara University)
Universitas Negeri Surabaya (Surabaya State University)
Universitas Dipa Makassar (Dipa Makassar University)
Universitas Bina Nusantara (BINUS University)
Institut Teknologi Del (Del Institute of Technology)
Universitas Gunadarma (Gunadarma University)
Universitas Bhayangkara Jakarta Raya (Greater Jakarta Bhayangkara University)
As partners, these universities will act as liaisons for students to register for the Coding Camp powered by DBS Foundation programme by promoting and disseminating registration information to students. However, the programme is also open to all university students and vocational school students in Indonesia regardless of their university or school affiliation so that more young people can hone their skills.
Since its launch in 2023, Coding Camp powered by DBS Foundation has shown significant achievements in its efforts to develop Indonesia’s digital talents. So far, the programme has benefited more than 177,000 participants consisting of 45,609 women, 28,112 marginalised individuals, 1,178 people with disabilities, and 7,526 educators. These achievements are in line with DBS Foundation's long-term commitment to focusing on fostering inclusion and providing essential needs, supported by DBS Bank Ltd's (DBS Bank) commitment to providing up to SGD1 billion in funding over the next 10 years in Asia to support various programmes that address real challenges in society.
For more information and to register for this programme, follow the Instagram accounts @dbsfoundationid and @dicoding, or visit go.dbs.com/dbsfcodingcamp.
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About DBS Foundation
Established in 2014, DBS Foundation is committed to uplifting lives and livelihoods of those in need. It provides essential needs to the underprivileged, and fosters inclusion by equipping the underserved with financial and digital literacy skills. It also nurtures innovative social enterprises that create positive impact. It aims to bring hope to those with less today, so no one is left behind and we can all face the future with confidence.
In 2024, DBS committed up to SGD 1 billion dollars over the next decade to support vulnerable communities. It also pledged to contribute 1.5 million employee volunteer hours over the same period.
Together with an ecosystem of like-minded partners, DBS Foundation seeks to create impact that goes beyond banking, beyond borders, and beyond generations.
For more information, please visit: www.dbs.com/dbsfoundation.
About DBS
DBS is a leading financial services group in Asia with a presence in 19 markets. Headquartered and listed in Singapore, DBS is in the three key Asian axes of growth: Greater China, Southeast Asia and South Asia. The bank's "AA-" and "Aa1" credit ratings are among the highest in the world.
Recognised for its global leadership, DBS has been named “World’s Best Bank” by Global Finance, “World’s Best Bank” by Euromoney and “Global Bank of the Year” by The Banker. The bank is at the forefront of leveraging digital technology to shape the future of banking, having been named “World’s Best Digital Bank” by Euromoney and the world’s “Most Innovative in Digital Banking” by The Banker. In addition, DBS has been accorded the “Safest Bank in Asia” award by Global Finance for 17 consecutive years from 2009 to 2025.
DBS provides a full range of services in consumer, SME and corporate banking. As a bank born and bred in Asia, DBS understands the intricacies of doing business in the region’s most dynamic markets.
Established in 1989 as part of the Singapore-based DBS Group, PT Bank DBS Indonesia (Bank DBS Indonesia) is one of the banks with the longest history in Asia. Currently operating 1 Head Office, 13 Branch Offices, 16 Assistant Offices, 1 Functional Office and 3,011 active employees in 15 Major Cities in Indonesia, Bank DBS Indonesia provides comprehensive banking services that focus on the customer experience to 'Live more, Bank less'. We also see a purpose beyond banking and are committed to supporting our customers, employees, and the community towards a sustainable future.
PT Bank DBS Indonesia is licensed and supervised by The Indonesian Financial Services Authority (OJK), and an insured member of Indonesia Deposit Insurance Corporation (LPS).
DBS is committed to building lasting relationships with customers, as it banks the Asian way. Through the DBS Foundation, the bank creates impact beyond banking by uplifting lives and livelihoods of those in need. It provides essential needs to the underprivileged, and fosters inclusion by equipping the underserved with financial and digital literacy skills. It also nurtures innovative social enterprises that create positive impact.
With its extensive network of operations in Asia and emphasis on engaging and empowering its staff, DBS presents exciting career opportunities. For more information, please visit www.dbs.com.