About TELADAN

Key Beneficiaries

Undergraduate Student
(18-22 years old)

TELADAN (Teaching Leadership, Advancing the Nation), which also means ‘role model’ in Indonesian, is Tanoto Foundation’s premier leadership development initiative designed to cultivate the next generation of purpose and mission driven Indonesian leaders. The program provides outstanding undergraduate students at partner universities with a holistic ecosystem of learning and growth, combining comprehensive financial aid covering full tuition and living allowances with a multi-year, structured leadership development journey.

Throughout the program, Tanoto Scholars sharpen essential soft skills through leadership training, coaching and mentoring, project-based experiential learning, community engagement, and professional preparation. This journey shapes them into well-rounded future leaders with a sustainability mindset, ready to create meaningful and lasting contributions to their communities and the nation.

Key Beneficiaries

Undergraduate Student
(18-22 years old)

Partner Universities

IPB University
IPB University

Institut Teknologi Bandung
Institut Teknologi Bandung

Universitas Brawijaya
Universitas Brawijaya

Universitas Diponegoro
Universitas Diponegoro

Universitas Gadjah Mada
Universitas Gadjah Mada

Universitas Hasanuddin
Universitas Hasanuddin

Universitas Indonesia
Universitas Indonesia

Universitas Mulawarman
Universitas Mulawarman

Universitas Riau
Universitas Riau

Universitas Sumatera Utara
Universitas Sumatera Utara

Nine Characteristics of Future Leaders

Self Awareness
Self Awareness
Continuous Learning
Continuous Learning
Driven
Driven
Care for Others
Care for Others
Grit
Grit
Integrity
Integrity
Innovative
Innovative
Empower Others
Empower Others
Entrepreneurial Spirit
Entrepreneurial Spirit

Our Goals

Leadership development
Leadership development
Professional preparation
Professional preparation
Social contribution
Social contribution
Agency for change
Agency for change

Our Impact

8,803

Tanoto Scholars (2006–2025)

811

Social projects implemented by Tanoto Scholars

564

Scholars participated in global immersion programmes

8,803

Tanoto Scholars (2006–2025)

811

Social projects implemented by Tanoto Scholars

564

Scholars participated in global immersion programmes

8,803

Tanoto Scholars (2006–2025)

811

Social projects implemented by Tanoto Scholars

564

Scholars participated in global immersion programmes

Key Activities

Leadership Development Training

Leadership Development Training

Structured learning journey designed to develop impactful leaders that give meaningful contribution to the community, through Lead Self, Lead Others, and Professional Preparation Program.

Tanoto Student Research Award (TSRA)

Tanoto Student Research Award (TSRA)

Awarded to university students who conduct interdisciplinary research collaboratively and innovatively to address real challenges in the community.

Tanoto Scholars Gathering (TSG)

Tanoto Scholars Gathering (TSG)

An annual event where Tanoto Scholars in the TELADAN program gather to reflect on their learning, sharpen collaborative skills, and strengthen networks with peers from various universities.

Pay It Forward

Pay It Forward

Under the management of the Tanoto Scholars Association, scholars lead community and social projects that support the Sustainable Development Goals.

Sponsorship and Global Experiences

Sponsorship and Global Experiences

Additional merit-based support is provided to accelerate Tanoto Scholars’ leadership development through participation in national and international forums, competitions, and conferences.

Professional Immersion and Internship

Professional Immersion and Internship

Scholars gain first-hand professional experience through industry immersion and internships at leading companies, complemented by practical business acumen and professional preparation trainings.