Indonesia has lost a prominent figure in its tourism industry with the passing of Augustine Constantine Robot-Lewerissa, known as Meity Robot, at the age of 87 on January 4.
Meity, the owner of Iwata Nusantara Tours & Travel, made significant contributions to the development of Indonesian tourism. She founded Indonesia Women in Travel (WIPI) in 1990 and co-founded ASTINDO in 1999.
She served as president of the Central Board of ASITA from 1999 to 2003, as well as president of the ASITA Jakarta Chapter from 1990 to 1999. She also chaired the PATA Indonesia Chapter from 1995 to 1997 and led the Tourism Council of the Indonesia Chamber of Commerce from 1995 to 2009, receiving numerous awards and accolades for her services.
Meity’s influence extended beyond Indonesia, having served as a board member of ASEANTA and FATA (1999-2003), PATA (1995-1997), and the PATA Industry Council (1997-1999).
She is mourned by her husband Robby Robot, their four children, and nine grandchildren. Meity’s funeral was held in Jakarta on January 5.
