About Us
Our Story
Since 1820, Hwie Tiauw Ka Association has become the knot that united the Hakka people in Surabaya, Indonesia. We had a humble beginning as a vessel for Chinese settlers that came in the 19th century. From then on, our goal and bond have stood firmly across the generations.
History of Hwie Tiauw Ka Surabaya
2020
Celebrating the 200th anniversary in Grand City Convex, Surabaya.
2015
Held the 2nd Indonesian Hakka Youth Conference
2010
Celebrating the 190th anniversary in Grand City Convex; The opening of The Activity Centre located in Mangga Dua; Launching of the Regeneration Programme to encourage youth participation in management and preservation of culture.
2005
Celebrating the 185th anniversary in the Imperial Ballroom, Surabaya.
2003
Hwie Tiauw Ka Women’s Department was established.
1998
Reformation era reopens space for Chinese communities. Hwie Tiauw Ka begins to hold public events, like cultural festivals and seminars.
1966 - 1998
During the New Order era, limited to internal welfare activities only.
1959
The Association adjusts to the ruled President of the Republic of Indonesia‘s Decree, starting with the use of Indonesian language in official documents.
1920
The colonial government recognises the Association as an organised Chinese ethnic society.
1908
The building was built in Surabaya’s Chinatown area. Becoming an ancestral worship place and gathering site.
1820
The Chinese Hakka immigrants hosted warm, friendly gatherings at Slompretan 58 Street, Surabaya under named “VR. Kwie Tang Tjing Bing En Tiong Hie Tiong” — later named Hwie Tiauw Ka.