REBO NYUNDA: DECOLONIZING EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION IN BANDUNG, INDONESIA
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This research article examines the Rebo Nyunda initiative and its role in decolonizing early childhood education in Bandung, Indonesia. Rebo Nyunda, a grassroots movement, seeks to challenge the dominant colonial narratives embedded in educational practices and foster a culturally responsive and inclusive approach to early childhood education. Drawing on qualitative research methods, including interviews and observations, this study explores the implementation of Rebo Nyunda in various early childhood education settings. The findings shed light on the transformative potential of this initiative in reclaiming local culture, language, and indigenous knowledge, and its impact on children's identities and learning experiences. Through an analysis of successes, challenges, and lessons learned, this article contributes to the discourse on decolonizing education and offers insights for educators and policymakers striving to create culturally relevant and equitable early childhood education systems
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Rebo Nyunda, decolonization,, early childhood educationHow to Cite
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