The Knowledge Brief Local Development Planning for Inclusive Policy and Basic Services provides strategic insights to strengthen Indonesia’s subnational planning processes so they are more inclusive, data-driven, and participatory. It highlights the importance of aligning regional plans (RPJPD, RPJMD) with national frameworks, leveraging disaggregated data such as REGSOSEK and SEPAKAT, and ensuring meaningful participation of women, persons with disabilities, indigenous groups, and marginalized communities. Drawing from practical examples by provincial government in Aceh, Kalimantan Utara, Nusa Tenggara Timur, Nusa Tenggara Barat, Gorontalo, Papua Barat, Papua, and Papua Selatan, the brief showcases how local governments, civil society, and SKALA are working...

North Kalimantan (Kaltara) is moving forward with a vision for fair and sustainable development. By strengthening government governance and expanding access to basic services, the Kaltara Provincial Government is striving to achieve prosperity for all its people. This effort is supported by a strategic partnership with SKALA, the Australia-Indonesia Partnership for Basic Service Acceleration, which focuses on strengthening government governance, regional financial management, and inclusive development for all members of society. Read the full summary of the SKALA Program's support in Kaltara Province in this publication.

The Gorontalo Provincial Government's vision is to create a more just and prosperous province by improving community welfare and ensuring equitable access to public services. To achieve this vision, the Provincial Government is supported by a collaboration with SKALA, the Australia-Indonesia Partnership for Basic Service Acceleration. This partnership focuses on strengthening government governance, regional financial management, and inclusive development for all members of society. Read the full summary of the SKALA Program's support in Gorontalo Province in this publication.

The Maluku Provincial Government's vision is "Transforming Maluku towards a developed, just, and prosperous Maluku, welcoming a golden Indonesia 2045." To address geographical challenges and limited budgets, Maluku's new leadership is focused on improving government governance, poverty alleviation, and inclusive development, particularly for vulnerable groups. This collaboration with SKALA, the Australia-Indonesia Partnership for Basic Service Acceleration, will continue to strengthen data systems, planning, and the provision of better basic services. Read the full summary of the SKALA Program's support in Maluku Province in this publication.

The six provinces in the Papua region; Papua, Central Papua, Highland Papua, South Papua, West Papua, and Southwest Papua, are at a critical juncture to drive inclusive development for Indigenous communities. The provincial governments' priorities include boosting economic independence, developing sustainable livelihoods, and fostering equitable social growth. To achieve this, the Provincial Governments are supported by a collaboration with SKALA, the Australia-Indonesia Partnership for Basic Service Acceleration, which focuses on strengthening government governance, regional financial management, and inclusive development for all levels of society. Read the full summary of the SKALA Program's support in Tanah Papua in this publication.