Mataram, Universitas Mataram – In order to celebrate the 61st Anniversary of the University of Mataram (Unram), the Dharma Wanita Persatuan (DWP) Unram organized the fashion show competition with a theme Tenun, Songket and Batik Sasambo at the Dome Building of Unram on Saturday (4/11). The event aimed to preserve the local culture of West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) Province.

Fashion show competition carried with the concept of Sasambo tenun, songket, and batik was inspired to deliver tenun of NTB to be widely known, both among the younger generation, the general public, and can be recognized in the national and international levels. Another purpose is expected to further elevate the image of local tenun products which will be able to increase the income of the crafters.

The Head of the DWP Unram, Mrs. Agustin Rahmawati Bambang Hari Kusumo in her speech expressed her deepest gratitude for the participation and enthusiasm of DWP members and the entire Unram academic community.

“The enthusiasm of this fashion show competition has increased the number of participants from the previous year. This stimulates the enthusiasm of the contestants to show their best attires,” she said.

The participants of the fashion show competition were attended by the DWP leaders and members, as well as employees from each faculty.