Strengthening Inclusive Infrastructure Development in North Kalimantan
Indonesia through its Law No. 1 of 2022 which expands the fiscal space for local infrastructure development. The law mandates that by 2027, at least 40 per cent of Local Budgets (Anggaran Pendapatan dan Belanja Negara/APBD) must be allocated for public service infrastructure. North Kalimantan is a strong example of ...
Inclusion in Action: Creating Barrier-Free Spaces for People with Disabilities
“In West Nusa Tenggara, SKALA has adopted an inclusive policy for its office environment. In the office kitchen, the placement of sugar, coffee, creamer and tea must remain in the same order. If the positions are changed, I might accidentally mix my coffee with tea," joked Jaka Yusuf, SKALA GEDSI ...
Strengthening Local Government Services to Address Gender-Based Violence in Gorontalo
The Vision of Golden Indonesia 2045, outlined in the National Long-Term Development Plan 2025–2045, prioritizes gender equality and inclusive societies. These objectives are reflected in the "Asta Cita," the eight aspirations of the president and vice president, particularly Asta Cita 4, which focuses on gender equality, human resource development, and ...
Combating Gender-Based Violence through Quality Basic Services: Policies and Practices
As part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign, SKALA hosted a Knowledge Sharing Session on “Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and Access to Basic Services” on November 26, 2024. The event featured founder of Yayasan Bumi Sehat Robin Lim, and Expert Staff to the Minister of Women's Empowerment ...
Building Gender Equality: How Maluku’s New Regulation Advances Inclusive Governance
Indonesia has prioritised gender mainstreaming (Pengarusutamaan Gender or PUG) with the issuance of Presidential Instruction No. 9 of 2000 on Gender Mainstreaming in Regional Development. In Maluku, technical regulations, such as the Governor’s Decree No. 200 of 2019, established the Gender Mainstreaming Working Group.
Recognizing the need for dedicated regulations, the ...
Expanding Inclusive Services in North Kalimantan: Tax Relief for Disability-Modified Vehicles
The Provincial Government of North Kalimantan is committed to improving accessibility and inclusive services for vulnerable groups through a pioneering tax relief initiative for disability-modified vehicles, that is, vehicles designed for people with disabilities.
This effort is anchored by Provincial Regulation (Perda) No. 1 of 2024 and Governor Regulation (Pergub) ...
Knowledge Sharing in Honour of Down Syndrome Awareness Month: The Potential for Independence and Inspiration
Down Syndrome, an intellectual disability, is often misunderstood, leading many to see people with the condition as unable to contribute meaningfully. However, with greater awareness, we can break these stigmas and recognise the unique talents and creativity of people with Down Syndrome. In honor of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, SKALA ...
Aceh Advances Data Governance
To address challenges related to fragmented data systems, the Aceh government has established platforms such as the Village Information System (SIGAP) and the Aceh Open Data Portal. In collaboration with SKALA, the provincial government is strengthening its data infrastructure so that evidence to plan, budget, provide, and monitor basic services ...
Gender-Responsive Budgeting in Indonesia: Strengthening Central and Regional Planning
Gender-responsive budgeting (GRB) is an important tool to ensure that government policies and financial decisions promote gender equality. It integrates gender considerations into all stages of budgeting and addresses disparities between men and women by ensuring that public resources are allocated in a fair and equitable way. In Indonesia, both ...
