Beky Mardani

Beky Mardani is the chairman of the Betawi Cultural Institute (LKB) and a prominent advocate for the preservation of Betawi culture. He emphasizes the importance of cultural regeneration amidst the pressures of modernization and external cultural influences. Beky highlights the challenges faced by Betawi artists and the need for more structured support and opportunities for expression to ensure the survival of Betawi traditions.