Khofifah Indar Parawansa is serving her second term as Governor of East Java, having previously held the role from 2019 to 2024. A seasoned politician, she earlier served as Deputy Speaker of the Indonesian House of Representatives and later as Minister of Social Affairs. Known for her commitment to social reform, Parawansa has been a strong advocate for inter-faith unity, promoting programmes that strengthen tolerance and cooperation across religious communities. As Minister, she spearheaded a nationally recognised campaign to close red-light districts, providing alternative livelihoods and skills training for women affected. She also served as chairwoman of Muslimat NU, the women’s wing of Nahdlatul Ulama. A popular public figure, she has cultivated an extensive online presence with more than 2 million social media followers, through which she actively engages citizens and promotes her reformist agenda.