Non-Permanent Teachers Still Not Prosperous Despite Decades of Devotion

Duradin (51) has been a non-permanent teacher for 31 years. Many of his students have been successful, but Duradin\'s life is still far from prosperous.

KOMPAS/ABDULLAH FIKRI ASHRI

Duradin (51, left), a teacher at SDN 1 Kaliwulu, together with Dede Juhadi (36), a teacher at SDN 1 Astapada, when met in Cirebon Regency, West Java, Friday (20/11/2020). Duradin is a non-permanent teacher who has served for 31 years while Dede has taught for the last eight years.

Duradin (51) has been a non-permanent teacher for 31 years. During the long period of time, the unsung hero has worked hard to educate the next generation as well as to support his family. Many of his students have been successful, but Duradin\'s life is still far from prosperous.

Since July 18, 1989, Duradin has been a non-permanent teacher, which is locally called “honorer” at a number of elementary schools in Cirebon regency, West Java. His hair is getting grey. His skin has begun to wrinkle. Much has changed significantly except for his welfare.