The research brief Civil Society and Inclusive Policies in Indonesia explores how civil society organisations (CSO networks) play a vital role in advancing inclusive public policies and services across Indonesia. Conducted by the SKALA Program in collaboration with Bappenas, the Confidence Survey reveals gaps and opportunities in CSO-government collaboration, especially in trust, data access, budget engagement, and policy monitoring. Highlighting findings from six provinces, including Aceh, NTB, and North Kalimantan, the study provides insights into strengthening civil society participation in planning, budgeting, and oversight. With support for data-driven advocacy, formal consultation processes, and multi-stakeholder partnerships, SKALA aims to build a more transparent, inclusive, and accountable governance system that better responds to the needs of vulnerable communities.

The Inclusive Aspiration Gathering Forum “Mentari Kaltara” is an initiative by the Provincial Government of North Kalimantan to ensure active participation from vulnerable groups—including women, children, persons with disabilities, Indigenous communities, the elderly, and other marginalized populations—in the regional development planning process. Through a participatory and inclusive approach, the forum serves as a strategic platform for civil society networks and local governments to present, discuss, and consolidate development proposals based on real needs. The Mentari Kaltara technical guidelines provide an official reference to ensure that development planning is equitable, data-driven, sustainable, and accountable across all levels of government. The document is only available in Bahasa Indonesia.

Explore SKALA's Civil Society Network Engagement Plan, a strategic roadmap to strengthen CSO participation in inclusive planning and budgeting across six Indonesian provinces. This document outlines key barriers to CSO-government collaboration, maps models of engagement, and details a 12-month action plan with Seknas FITRA to build CSO capacity in evidence-based advocacy, GEDSI, and public finance. Grounded in local realities and national policy frameworks, the plan promotes equitable service delivery and meaningful representation of women, persons with disabilities, and vulnerable groups.