Boyolali, July 31, 2026 – Limited public understanding of taxation remains a major challenge in improving tax awareness. Taxation is often perceived as complex and intimidating, a perception that is still deeply rooted, particularly among rural communities.
In response to this issue, Muhammad Ageng Noor Rahman, a student of the Tax Accounting Study Program at Universitas Diponegoro, introduced an innovative approach to tax education that is more accessible and easier for the public to understand. This initiative is implemented through the development of interactive literacy media based on QR Code technology, integrated into an educational bulletin board (mading).
This program was realized through the inauguration of the Tawangsari Village Library, located at the Polindes (Village Health Post) Hall of Tawangsari Village, on Saturday, July 25, 2026. The library serves not only as a conventional literacy center but also as a modern learning hub featuring digital bulletin boards connected to various tax education contents.
From the beginning of the event, the inauguration was lively and filled with enthusiasm, especially from village children who actively participated in interactive games and introductory learning sessions. This communicative and engaging approach was designed to build emotional connections while instilling an early understanding of the positive use of technology.
The educational program also targets adults by adopting a simpler and more contextual communication approach. Tax-related materials, such as an introduction to MSME taxation and procedures for activating a Taxpayer Identification Number (NPWP) through the Coretax application, are presented in a format that is easy for the general public to understand. Simplifying technical terms is key to ensuring that the information is well received without causing confusion.
Access to the educational materials is made highly practical. Residents can simply scan the QR Codes available on the literacy board in the Digital Literacy Corner using their smartphones. This allows tax-related information to be accessed anytime and anywhere.
The success of this program is also supported by collaboration with local community leaders. The UNDIP team involved Mr. Dwi, Head of Hamlet 2 of Tawangsari Village, as a key communicator in delivering the educational content. This approach has proven effective in increasing public trust, as residents tend to be more open to new information when it is conveyed by familiar and trusted local figures.
Through this innovation, it is expected that negative perceptions of taxation will gradually change. Educational content that is simple, interactive, and technology-based is anticipated to improve public understanding and awareness of taxation as an essential contribution to national development.