United Nations in Indonesia

The United Nations is committed to working with the Government of Indonesia to building a nation that is prosperous, democratic, and just, where development benefits all people, and where the rights of future generations are protected. True to the promise of the SDGs to “leave no one behind”, the UN’s approach combines a strong focus on the poorest of the poor, combatting discrimination and rising inequalities and addressing their root causes. “Leaving no one behind” means prioritising people’s dignity and placing the progress of the most marginalised and vulnerable communities first. This central and transformative promise has become more important than ever to address the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and work towards a sustainable, resilient, and inclusive recovery.

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27 April 2022

United Nations in Indonesia Country Results Report 2021

This report highlights the cordial relationship between the Government of Indonesia and the United Nations System in working together to advance Indonesia’s development agenda and priorities, particularly the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030 and Indonesia’s National Medium-Term Development Plan (RPJMN) 2020-2024. The Report includes the progress and accomplishments to deliver four outcomes of the UNSDCF 2021-2025: (i) Inclusive Human Development; (ii) Economic Transformation; (iii) Green Development, Climate Change and Natural Disasters; and (iv) Innovation to Accelerate Progress towards the SDGs.

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Speech

28 February 2022

Message by António Guterres on the Launch of IPCC Climate Report on Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability

I have seen many scientific reports in my time, but nothing like this. Today’s IPCC report is an atlas of human suffering and a damning indictment of failed climate leadership. With fact upon fact, this report reveals how people and the planet are getting clobbered by climate change. Nearly half of humanity is living in the danger zone – now. Many ecosystems are at the point of no return – now. Unchecked carbon pollution is forcing the world’s most vulnerable on a frog march to destruction – now. The facts are undeniable. This abdication of leadership is criminal. The world’s biggest polluters are guilty of arson of our only home. It is essential to meet the goal of limiting global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees. Science tells us that will require the world to cut emissions by 45 percent by 2030 and achieve net zero emissions by 2050. But according to current commitments, global emissions are set to increase almost 14 per cent over the current decade. That spells catastrophe. It will destroy any chance of keeping 1.5 alive. Today’s report underscores two core truths. First, coal and other fossil fuels are choking humanity. All G20 governments have agreed to stop funding coal abroad. They must now urgently do the same at home and dismantle their coal fleets. Those in the private sector still financing coal must be held to account. Oil and gas giants - and their underwriters – are also on notice. You cannot claim to be green while your plans and projects undermine the 2050 net-zero target and ignore the major emissions cuts that must occur this decade. People see through this smokescreen. OECD countries must phase out coal by 2030, and all others by 2040. The present global energy mix is broken. As current events make all too clear, our continued reliance on fossil fuels makes the global economy and energy security vulnerable to geopolitical shocks and crises. Instead of slowing down the decarbonization of the global economy, now is the time to accelerate the energy transition to a renewable energy future. Fossil fuels are a dead end – for our planet, for humanity, and yes, for economies. A prompt, well-managed transition to renewables is the only pathway to energy security, universal access and the green jobs our world needs. I am calling for developed countries, Multilateral Development Banks, private financiers and others to form coalitions to help major emerging economies end the use of coal. These targeted mechanisms of support would be over and above existing sustainable development needs. The second core finding from this report is slightly better news: investments in adaptation work. Adaptation saves lives. As climate impacts worsen – and they will – scaling up investments will be essential for survival. Adaptation and mitigation must be pursued with equal force and urgency. That’s why I have been pushing to get to 50% of all climate finance for adaptation. The Glasgow commitment on adaptation funding is clearly not enough to meet the challenges faced by nations on the frontlines of the climate crisis. I’m also pressing to remove the obstacles that prevent small island states and least developed countries from getting the finance they desperately need to save lives and livelihoods. We need new eligibility systems to deal with this new reality. Delay means death. I take inspiration from all those on the frontlines of the climate battle fighting back with solutions. All development banks – multilateral, regional, national – know what needs to be done: work with governments to design pipelines of bankable adaptation projects and help them find the funding, public and private. And every country must honour the Glasgow pledge to strengthen national climate plans every year until they are aligned with 1.5C. The G20 must lead the way, or humanity will pay an even more tragic price. I know people everywhere are anxious and angry. I am, too. Now is the time to turn rage into action. Every fraction of a degree matters. Every voice can make a difference. And every second counts. Thank you.

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28 April 2022

Enabling Market Access Through Improved Productivity and Innovative Financing for SMEs

In traditional and originative industries, Small and Medium Enterprises face number of challenges that impede their upscaling potential, including limited access to infrastructure and know-how, design and product development skills, and also application of innovative financing instruments, such as SDG-linked loans. To enable a wider access to market through improved productivity and innovative financing for SMEs in Indonesia, UNIDO, in cooperation with the Ministry of Cooperatives and SMEs of Republic of Indonesia, announced the beginning of SMEs technical assistance project in Lombok Island, West Nusa Tenggara. The project was officially launched by the Governor of West Nusa Tenggara on 21 February 2022. The project’s application forms are currently in assessment process for selecting the targeted beneficiaries. One of the steps taken by UNIDO to ensure the project is well implemented and monitored was that the UN agency established a field office at New Premium PLUT (Integrated Enterprise Service Centre) Building in Mataram, Lombok, which was initiated end of January 2022 prior to the launching of the project. The cooperation between UNIDO and the Ministry of Cooperatives and SMEs also reached out to the innovative financing aspect for SMEs in Indonesia. The two institutions jointly organised a digital financial literacy training in Lombok Island, West Nusa Tenggara on 17 March 2022. The training was officially launched by high-level government officials and attended by 30 selected SMEs. Additionally, UNIDO also provided assistance in the curation process, led by the Ministry of Cooperatives and SMEs, the national counterpart of the UN Joint Program “ASSIST”, in selecting 55 SMEs from food, originative handicraft, and textile sectors to be showcased during the MotoGP event in Mandalika circuit in March 2022. For further info on UNIDO SMEs technical assistance project, please follow Instagram @unido_indonesia and @unidoassistsmes.

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25 April 2022

Gender Equality, Women’s Rights and Impact of Social Media Communications

Bintang Aulia’s volunteering work started in 2016 during her last year of university, when she joined a climate movement in Bandung. She participated for a year learning not only about the environment and what she can do to help the earth but also about how volunteering works. After graduation, she worked as a teacher for a while before continuing her Master's, majoring in Japanese Area Studies. “I learned more about social and political issues, particularly on the issue surrounding women. These resonated with my own experience, and I became interested in knowing more.” During this time in 2019, Bintang joined UN Women Indonesia as Communications and Social Media Intern. Her primary role was to support the Communications unit with advocacy works and maintain online presence on social media. The assignment made her learn about gender equality, and she participated in the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign. “We launched our joint publication with Pulse Lab Jakarta, ‘After Dark’, about the challenges, strategies, and impact of traveling at night for women in Indonesia. ‘After Dark’ revealed that women are vulnerable to harassment in public spaces, and the risk tends to increase during the evening hours. This greatly impacts their mobility and travel choices, as well as limits their participation in public spaces. During the launch event, we exhibited part of the publication and discussed creating a safe public space and city for women and girls.” The event left a great impact on Bintang. As she saw people learning about women’s challenges of traveling at night from the exhibition, she realized that communication and advocacy work helps people understand things they won’t understand otherwise, and that relevant information could lead to better conditions for women and girls all over the world. It was then that Bintang decided this is what she wants to do, and this is how she can contribute towards a better future. “With that knowledge and newfound determination, I continued on my path and stumbled upon UN Volunteer.” As Bintang got to know the UN program and its people, she realized how important volunteers are for the UN. Be it their expertise or time or be it their effort, the UN Volunteers are passionate about what they do. These values resonated with her passion. And in 2021, she started her journey as a UN Volunteer. “I was able to continue my previous internship with UN Women Indonesia for my first assignment as a UN Volunteer. Ever since then, I learned much about the state of women’s rights, women empowerment, and gender equality.” Unfortunately, Bintang’s assignment coincided with the pandemic and like all others, she was forced to change her way of communication. During this period, she supported the UN Joint Campaign on social media for the 16 Days of Activism 2021. In the words of Bintang’s supervisor Ms Radhiska Anggiana, Advocacy and Communications Analyst, UN Women Indonesia, “We recognize the immense value of volunteers who are at the forefront of action for change. Volunteers, like Bintang, are contributing in their own way, bringing diverse experiences and new perspectives. Bintang’s assignment started during the COVID-19 pandemic. Since the outbreak, our work was adjusted into influencing gender driven response and recognizing women’s contribution. Communication plays a significant part in highlighting this and social media has become more important in amplifying the message about gender equality and COVID-19. Bintang’s knowledge on social media messaging and content production, combined with her passion to communicate for gender equality, has brought immense contribution to our works. Her consistent approach to work coupled with a positive and constructive attitude has made it possible for us to explore more creative ways of transforming social norms towards gender equality.” Together with UN in Indonesia, UNFPA, UNDP and the National Commission on Violence against Women (Komnas Perempuan), Bintang and her colleagues started ‘#OrangeChallenge’ on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, calling everyone to share their perspective on gender-based violence and/or gender equality, and the changes they want to see in society. The campaign brought an influx of videos, reels, illustrations, artworks, even songs with the message of ending gender-based violence and achieving gender equality. She also supported a stand-up comedy workshop as part of the UN Joint campaign during the 16 day activism, ‘Comedy for Equality’, held by UN in Indonesia, UN Women, UNFPA and in collaboration with the multi-award winning Indonesian comic, Sakdiyah Ma’ruf. “We held a stand-up comedy show at the end of the workshop with ten comedians from the workshop performing comedy with messages of gender equality. Even though it was done virtually, the audience reacted positively and was very enthusiastic throughout the performance.” These social media campaigns showed Bintang that she can still reach out to people and advocate for gender equality without leaving her home. “Afterall, social media has the power to influence people and drive change. And that is something that I haven’t fully been able to grasp until the pandemic has hit the world. People spent most of their time online, and that made campaigning for gender equality more important, particularly on the prevention of online harassment and abuse against women and girls. Through social media, we can also showcase women's stories, among others, in leading COVID-19 responses, taking climate action, and promoting peace in the respective communities.” By encouraging people to produce content and messages and building knowledge of gender equality and empowerment, Bintang believes we can help create a better, safer online space for women and girls. Even though it has been two years since the start of the pandemic, Bintang is still adjusting to the new work-from-home regime. It is particularly hard for her as she juggles her job with caring for her grandparents, and helping her younger sister with school studies. However, she says that this situation isn’t unique to her. Women in Indonesia and worldwide are experiencing an unprecedented increase in unpaid domestic workload, making it more important to share the care work at home. The pandemic made her learn that kindness and patience go a long way and that we need to support each other as we go through this together. The values that she learned during the last few years have strengthened her determination to continue volunteering work. “I believe that we don’t have to be very good at something to be able to volunteer. All it takes is passion and determination to help build a better and more equal world for everyone.” This article was prepared with the kind support of Online Volunteer Kathakali Das Bhaumik.

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19 April 2022

Ramadan Inspires Compassion and Generosity

When a 7.5 magnitude earthquake tore through Palu in Central Sulawesi in September 2018, two memories surfaced for Moh. Tofan Saputra. He recalled seeing footage of the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami on television, which killed close to 230,000 people, most in Indonesia. He also remembered how as a junior high-school student, flood waters had inundated his family home, gutting his parents’ business, and placing his education on hold. In Luwuk, about 12 hours drive away from Palu when the earthquake hit, Tofan, then 24, feared the worst from a disaster that eventually killed more than 4,300 people. “We were very panicked for our loved ones. We could not contact them because there was no phone connection and electricity,” he says. As a member of a local volunteer-involving organization, he traveled to the city to join emergency food distribution efforts, help locate children separated from their families, and arrange psychological support services for survivors. Taufan’s experience with disaster as a child, and his understanding of the local community proved crucial in an environment where many were in shock and looting contributed to an atmosphere of fear and mistrust. “After a natural disaster, the community approach is very important, and it is the role of the volunteer to promote social inclusion between the victims,” he says. During Ramadan, which began in early April this year, Muslims around the world reflect on the values of compassion and generosity that the holy month esteems. In Indonesia, the world’s most populous Muslim country, volunteers like Taufan and millions like him embody those values. In fact, a 2018 Gallup survey suggested that Indonesians are among the world’s most generous people when it comes to giving back to their communities. Some 53 percent of Indonesians Gallup polled said they had volunteered their time to an organization within the past month. So venerable is Indonesia’s tradition of community self-help that it has its own terminology: gotong royong, meaning working together. Indonesia’s spirit of volunteerism finds echoes in many other countries. The UN Volunteers’ (UNV) flagship 2022 State of the World’s Volunteerism report, released on March 28 in Asia and the Pacific, draws on case studies across several continents to explore how cooperation between volunteers and governments can build a culture of collaborative decision-making that contributes to building more equal, inclusive societies. The report estimates that 862 million people volunteer globally every month, which means about one in every seven people in the world is a volunteer. Their contribution is integral to the new social contract UN Secretary-General António Guterres says the world must build as it navigates the twin crises of COVID-19 and the climate emergency. Volunteers “nurture solidarity and build social cohesion,” Guterres said at a December 2021 event to mark the 50th anniversary of UNV, “and the more people get involved in solving our common challenges, the more sustainable and feasible our solutions will be”. Situated along the Pacific Rim of Fire, Indonesia is home to the world’s largest number of active volcanoes and is among the world’s most disaster-prone countries. In 2021, at least 3,034 disasters impacted 8.3 million people here, according to Indonesia’s National Disaster Mitigation Agency. Disasters, including COVID-19, set back the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and exacerbate pre-existing inequalities. The UN supports all aspects of the Indonesian government’s disaster response efforts. In 2021, that included establishing two new provincial logistic clusters in Central Java and South Sulawesi to enhance cross-sector coordination between governments and local civil society organizations. The UN also supports existing coordination mechanisms on disaster risk management, including on COVID-19, where through a national logistics cluster the UN formed an oxygen task force to coordinate the response to oxygen scarcity-related issues. But even with the best coordination, it is often volunteers who are at the forefront of disaster response. In an operating environment already complicated by the pandemic, the eruption of Mount Semeru on Dec. 4, 2021 killed more than 50 people and displaced a further 10,000 in Lumajang regency, East Java. Twenty-five-year-old midwife Restu Nur Intan Pratiwi was among hundreds of local volunteers to come to the regency’s assistance, driving 90 minutes from her home in the city of Jember after googling volunteering opportunities in the area. Restu initially worked in a soup kitchen with an Islamic philanthropic organization, however she soon realized existing support services did not address “the specific needs of women, such as providing menstrual pads, or special milk and vitamins for pregnant women.” She connected with a volunteering organization called Relawan Negeri and through them began to provide medical check-ups for pregnant women at emergency shelters. She also coordinated with a local hospital to arrange pregnant women’s access to free ultrasound services. Gender sensitive interventions like Restu are vital to helping communities rebuild sustainably after a disaster, but they can be inhibited by unequal gender dynamics within volunteering. For example, men are more likely to take part in formal volunteering, while women are more likely to volunteer informally, the 2022 State of the World’s Volunteering report found. Informal volunteering tends to have a lower status, attracts less recognition and receives less practical support than formal volunteering. The report advises policymakers to adopt gender-sensitive measures that can optimize women’s participation in volunteering, for example, by ensuring they have access to decision-making processes. It also urges governments to assess how collaborative decision-making processes reinforce or challenge gender norms and gender inequalities. The spirit of gotong royong (mutual assistance) goes back generations, but since 2004, Indonesia’s Ministry of Social Affairs has formalized volunteering through Taruna Siaga Bencana (TAGANA), a program that trains young people in community disaster response. By the end of 2020, there were more than 39,000 TAGANA in Indonesia, with a further 63,000 “friends of TAGANA” in professions such as journalism, the arts, and civil society. In 2021, the UN partnered with the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies to develop online training modules for TAGANA, including a competency-based capacity-building framework that emphasizes gender-inclusivity in humanitarian assistance. Twi Adi, a 38-year-old volunteer from Malang, East Java has been a TAGANA since 2006. He has participated in several emergency response activities, including in the wake of the December 2021 Mt. Semeru eruption. The Social Affairs Ministry provides TAGANA with a small allowance, but Adi says the benefits of volunteering extend far beyond monetary remuneration. “I love helping others and making a difference at the community level,” he says, “I am not rich, but I can give my time and energy for my community”. *** Valerie Julliand is United Nations resident coordinator in Indonesia. Toily Kurbanov is executive coordinator of the United Nations Volunteers. This article was originally published in The Jakarta Post on 18 April 2022.

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06 April 2022

How to Raise a Healthy Eater

Good food and nutrition are the foundation of children’s health and bring benefits that can last a lifetime. Teaching your child about healthy eating from a young age will help them to have a positive relationship with food well into adulthood. And believe it or not, shaping these habits can be fun and healthy – not just for your child, but your entire family! Here are six ways to get started. 1. Promote positive habits Your little ones watch everything you do – including at mealtime. You can be a good role model by reaching for healthy foods, beverages and snacks yourself, and engaging in fun physical activity. Choosing to put healthy, whole foods on the table sets a great example for your child. Try including your children in food shopping and preparation. They will enjoy being part of creating delicious and healthy meals for the family. Use mealtimes as a learning opportunity – look up the different food groups together and discover the nutrients and vitamins our bodies need. 2. Maintain a healthy relationship with food Having a healthy mindset around eating is key for lifelong health and protecting against illnesses like heart disease, cancer and diabetes. You can help guide your young child by: Helping them understand whether they are physically hungry. This will help them to become in tune with their body’s needs. Staying away from using food as a reward or punishment. Using food in this way can cause children to form an unhealthy relationship with food. Not forbidding specific foods. Making certain foods like sweets off limits can actually make your child want them even more. Instead of saying no to unhealthy foods and beverages that are high in unhealthy fats, salt and sugar (for example, fritters/gorengan, Indonesian sweet thick pancake/martabak manis, chocolate, candies, soda drinks, potato chips), limit the portion size and create expectations about consuming them infrequently (i.e. not every day). Talk to your children about why certain foods are better choices than others. For example, if your child wants something sweet, explain why a whole food with natural sugars like a piece of fruit is a better choice over a processed food like a sweet cereal with added sugar. Try to use non-food rewards for good behaviour such as a fun family activity. Did you know that the wider the range of their food experiences, the more likely your child is to continue to eat a variety of foods from the five food groups? 3. Let go of “clean your plate!” Although you might think this could help your child get the nutrients needed from food, these behaviours can lead to disliking foods and having negative associations with mealtime. If you can’t get your child to eat their veggies, try to have them see you eating and enjoying them yourself. Your little one learns about food choices from you, so try to encourage them as much as you can. You can also try by offering small amounts of a fruit or vegetable with another healthy food they like or asking them to pick out a new one to try out together. Arranging fruits and vegetables in fun and colourful shapes can also help them look appealing on the plate. It’s important to remember that it can take a number of tries for children to try and enjoy new foods – don’t give up! 4. Make portion control a priority Oversized portions can lead to weight gain, so it is important to teach your children about how much food they should have on their plate. An easy way to teach your child about child-portion sizes is to use visuals for example: A closed fist is recommended for a portion of pasta, rice or cereal. A meat portion should be about as big as their palm. The amount of fats such as butter should be limited to the size of the top of their thumb. Did you know that children have an innate ability to adjust their intake to meet energy needs? 5. Start the day with a healthy breakfast Mornings can be a rush for many families, but starting the day with a balanced meal helps your child get the important nutrients – such as calcium and fibre – needed for their growth and development. Try to create breakfasts with nutrient-dense ingredients like Indonesia local dishes, such as nasi uduk, gado-gado and fresh fruits instead of sweetened cereals or pastries, which tend to be high in calories and low in nutrients. You’ll also find your little one stays fuller for longer. 6. Make activity fun Children need at least 60 minutes of physical activity per day. Why not join in the fun? Try to plan family activities that get everyone moving such as after-dinner walks or swimming. And be spontaneous when you see an opportunity, like dancing together when a favourite song comes on the radio. It is also important to encourage your child to limit sedentary screen time (WHO recommends no more than one hour per day for children aged 2-4 years) to focus on active games that require movement. Incorporating healthy foods and fun activities into each day will help your child’s development, improve their health and set them up for a lifetime of making positive, healthy choices.

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Press Release

22 April 2022

UNODC and Second Chance Foundation Mark Kartini Day With Batik and Ecoprint Auction

JAKARTA – United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and UN Women support Second Chance Foundation in holding the batik and ecoprint auction to mark Kartini Day, which falls on 21 April 2022. The event is also supported by the Directorate General of Corrections and Hi-App. Kartini Day commemorate the birth of national heroine Raden Ajeng Kartini, who is hailed as a symbol of women’s empowerment in Indonesia for promoting gender equity and women’s rights during the 19th century in Central Java. The online auction features 24 selected batik and ecoprint products crafted by the female inmates of the Semarang Correctional Facility in Semarang, Central Java. The products feature patterns and colours that symbolize Kartini’s spirit of empowerment and grace. Since 2019, UNODC and Second Chance Foundation has been supporting the Semarang Correctional Facility in providing batik-making workshops for the inmates in a bid to prepare them with new skills. All the auction proceedings will be directed to support the continuation of the batik-making workshops for the inmates. Join the online auction from 18 to 21 April 2022 by following Instagram account of @hiappofficial and filling out the registration form. Learn more about programs that support female inmates in Indonesia on an online discussion “Bangkitkan Semangat Emansipasi Kartini” (Raise Kartini’s Emancipation Spirit): Date: Thursday, 21 April 2022 Time: 16:00 – 18:00 WIB (Jakarta time) Speakers: Dodot Adikoeswanto, IT and Cooperation Director of the Directorate General of Corrections Evy Amir Syamsudin, Founder of Second Chance Foundation Rabby Pramudatama, National Programme Coordinator of UNODC Indonesia MC: Ni Luh Puspa, News Anchor Kompas TV Registration link: bit.ly/IkutKegiatan Contact person: Dylan (drachman@hiapp.id)

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Press Release

12 April 2022

The United Nations in Indonesia welcomes the Indonesian Parliament’s approval of the Sexual Violence Crime Bill (RUU TPKS) into law on 12 April 2022

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The United Nations in Indonesia welcomes the Indonesian Parliament’s approval of the Sexual Violence Crime Bill (RUU TPKS) into law on 12 April 2022 Jakarta, 12 April 2022–The United Nations (UN) in Indonesia extends its congratulations to the House of Representatives of the Republic of Indonesia (DPR-RI) and to all government and civil society partners involved in approving the sexual violence crime bill, RUU Tindak Pidana Kekerasan Seksual (RUU TPKS), into law. The bill’s passage is a testament to the leadership of the Ministry of Women’s Empowerment and Child Protection (Kemen PPPA) and the National Commission on Violence against Women (Komnas Perempuan), and to the vigorous advocacy of civil society and women's rights activists across the country. It is a victory for all women, girls, and victims and survivors of sexual violence in Indonesia who have the fundamental right to protection under a comprehensive legal umbrella. It is also a fitting tribute to the legacy of women’s rights activist Raden Adjeng Kartini, whose April 21, 1879 birthdate Indonesians commemorate nationwide. The Sexual Violence Crime Bill delivers a long-awaited legal framework for handling sexual violence. Although the bill has its shortcomings in terms of adopting a narrower scope of types of violence considered, it is an important step in the right direction. The bill’s passage into law will enable survivors of sexual violence to seek justice and hold perpetrators accountable. It will also create a safer environment for women and girls. The UN in Indonesia has strongly supported the passage of RUU TPKS, through partnerships with Kemen PPPA, Komnas Perempuan, and civil society organizations. The bill’s passage reaffirms Indonesia’s commitment to the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW). The UN in Indonesia stands with all survivors of sexual violence, and with women and girls in Indonesia. Today marks a promising step towards our ultimate goal of creating a world free of gender-based violence, but our work does not end here. We call for multi-sectoral collaboration among national stakeholders and the public to support and monitor the new law’s full implementation. As an integral part of the 2030 (Sustainable Development Goals) agenda adopted by all member states, we must continue to work together to create a just and equitable world where everyone lives with dignity and free from violence.

For more information, please contact: Dian Agustino (Communications Analyst, UNFPA Indonesia): agustino@unfpa.org Radhiska Anggiana (Advocacy and Communications Analyst, UN Women): radhiska.anggiana@unwomen.org About the UN in Indonesia: The United Nations (UN) is an international organization founded in 1945. It is currently made up of 193 Member States. The mission and work of the United Nations are guided by the purposes and principles contained in its founding charter. In Indonesia, the UN is committed to supporting the Government of Indonesia in the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. The UN Country Team is led by UN Resident Coordinator Valerie Julliand, the highest-ranking representative of the UN development system at the country level. RCs lead UN Country Teams in consultation with the Government to define and agree on the UN strategic response to the Government’s development priorities in implementing the 2030 Agenda. About UNFPA: UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, works to deliver a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every child birth is safe and every young person’s potential is fulfilled. Since 1972, UNFPA has been one of Indonesia’s most prominent partners in reproductive health, youth, population and development, and gender equality. UNFPA Indonesia strives to achieve Three Zeros, a global commitment to end preventable maternal deaths, unmet need for family planning, and gender-based violence and harmful practices, guided by the 1994 International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030 Agenda. To learn more, please visit https://indonesia.unfpa.org/ About UN Women: UN Women is the United Nations organization dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women. A global champion for women and girls, the organization was established in 2010 to accelerate progress on women’s rights worldwide. UN Women’s efforts are based on the fundamental belief that every woman has the right to live a life free from violence, poverty, and discrimination, and that gender equality is a prerequisite to achieving global development.

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17 December 2021

THE UN JOINT STATEMENT ON THE DELAY OF THE PASSING OF THE SEXUAL VIOLENCE BILL (RUU TPKS)

We regret the decision of the House of Representatives of the Republic of Indonesia (DPR-RI) to delay the passing of the sexual violence crime bill (RUU TPKS). The delay is a setback to the tireless advocacy and dedication of civil society and women's rights activists, who have long fought for a comprehensive legal umbrella that protects the rights of victims and survivors of sexual violence. And ultimately, the delay affects all women, girls, and survivors of sexual violence in Indonesia who have been waiting for legal reform towards the elimination of sexual violence. Along with the new Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology Regulation (Permendikbud) No. 30/2021 on Preventing and Addressing Sexual Violence in Universities, we trust that the passing of the bill would send the strong message that there is zero-tolerance for violence against women and girls in Indonesia. Today, the UN reaffirms its support for the government of Indonesia and civil society in the protection of the rights of women and girls in accordance with the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW). We must continue to work together against gender-based violence as an integral part of the 2030 (Sustainable Development Goals) agenda adopted by all member states. We cannot afford to rest until we get there. UN Resident Coordinator - Valerie Julliand UNFPA Representative - Anjali Sen UN WOMEN Representative and Liaison to ASEAN - Jamshed Kazi

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15 December 2021

PBB luncurkan program baru untuk pacu investasi SDGs di Indonesia

Perwakilan Perserikatan Bangsa-Bangsa (PBB) di Indonesia hari ini meluncurkan program kerjasama lembaga PBB yang berjudul Mempercepat Investasi Tujuan Pembangunan Berkelanjutan (TPB) di Indonesia/Accelerating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Investment in Indonesia – ASSIST, membuka jalan bagi mekanisme investasi dan pembiayaan baru yang sangat dibutuhkan untuk mengisi kesenjangan pendanaan SDGs di Indonesia. Program ini memanfaatkan berbagai instrumen pembiayaan inovatif dari sumber pemerintah dan non-pemerintah (misalnya, publik, swasta, dan Syariah) untuk mengisi kesenjangan pendanaan SDGs sebesar 4,7 triliun dolar AS. Dipimpin Kepala Perwakilan PBB di Indonesia, Valerie Julliand, empat lembaga PBB yaitu United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), dan United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) bekerja bersama Pemerintah Indonesia untuk menutup kesenjangan pendanaan untuk SDGs. Pada kesempatan ini, Julliand mengatakan, “Pencapaian SDGs membutuhkan sumber daya dan dana yang sangat besar. Kuncinya ada pada pemanfaatan pembiayaan yang telah ada dan sumber pembiayaan baru. Kita harus meneruskan semangat kolaborasi dan kemitraan untuk Dekade Aksi ini. Peluncuran program ini dilakukan hanya dua hari setelah Indonesia menjadi Presiden G20. Ini adalah saat yang tepat untuk membahas pembiayaan SDGs, yang telah menjadi komitmen Indonesia. Saya mengucapkan terima kasih kepada Pemerintah Indonesia atas kerjasamanya dalam pelaksanaan Program ASSIST.” Di bawah program ini, PBB akan berkolaborasi dengan pemerintah untuk penerbitan obligasi dan sukuk tematik bertema SDGs, instrumen blended finance, dan pinjaman terkait SDGs bersama pemangku kepentingan lainnya yang meliputi lembaga keuangan lokal, mitra pembangunan, serta asosiasi dan aktor non-pemerintah. Program ini juga memberikan peningkatan kapasitas bagi pemangku kepentingan terkait, termasuk Usaha Kecil dan Menengah (UKM) yang dipimpin oleh perempuan dan pemuda, dan memberi mereka pengetahuan untuk mengakses pembiayaan guna mendorong bisnis hijau dan berkelanjutan. Bapak Luky Alfirman, Direktur Jenderal Pengelolaan Pembiayaan dan Risiko Kementerian Keuangan Republik Indonesia menyampaikan “Saya percaya program ini akan meningkatkan kolaborasi lintas pemangku kepentingan, mendorong lebih banyak aktor untuk juga mengambil bagian dalam me-reorientasi investasi dan upaya untuk mempercepat pencapaian Tujuan Pembangunan Berkelanjutan. Langkah kolaboratif dan strategis ini juga menyoroti pendekatan Indonesia yang inovatif dan berorientasi ke depan dalam mengumpulkan pendanaan baru untuk proyek-proyek TPB, memastikan Indonesia tetap berada di jalur yang tepat dalam 9 tahun terakhir menuju 2030.” “Kesenjangan pendanaan untuk SDGs Indonesia telah meningkat sebagai akibat dari pandemi COVID-19. Indonesia harus menyeimbangan pemulihan ekonomi dan kemajuan pencapaian Tujuan Pembangunan Berkelanjutan. Ke depan, kita perlu melakukan investasi tambahan untuk SDGs di masa transisi ini.” ujar Vivi Yulaswati, Kepala Sekretariat SDGs, Kementerian PPN/Bappenas. Kepala Perwakilan UNDP di Indonesia, Norimasa Shimomura menyatakan “Sektor publik dan swasta termasuk lembaga keuangan, dunia usaha, dan masyarakat madani memiliki peran penting untuk menutup kesenjangan pembiayaan SDGs. Sebagai lembaga utama PBB, UNDP berkomitmen menjadi bagian dari kolaborasi multi-pihak ini yang dapat membuka peluang pendanaan yang sangat dibutuhkan untuk mempercepat pencapaian SDGs di Indonesia,” Acara peluncuran tersebut menekankan pentingnya kolaborasi dan kemitraan multi-pihak untuk mengatasi tantangan investasi SDGs. Direktur Surat Utang Negara Kementerian Keuangan, Deni Ridwan menggarisbawahi perlunya penambahan modal untuk pembiayaan SDGs, terutama di tengah pandemi COVID-19. Enrico Hariantoro, Kepala Grup Kebijakan Sektor Jasa Keuangan Terintegrasi OJK, mengatakan kemajuan telah dicapai untuk memastikan ekosistem pembiayaan Indonesia mendukung kebutuhan pembiayaan SDGs. Kris Hananto, Kepala Divisi Kepatuhan Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) dan Emmy Astuti, Direktur Eksekutif Asosiasi Pendamping Perempuan Usaha Kecil Mikro (ASPPUK) berbagi bagaimana dunia usaha dapat mengambil peran penting dalam upaya kolaboratif untuk penggalangan dana SDGs. Program ASSIST dimulai pada April 2021 setelah pengajuan proposal yang dipimpin oleh UNDP ke UN Joint SDG Fund berhasil mendapat persetujuan. Indonesia adalah salah satu dari empat negara yang menerima total pendanaan sebesar 9,7 juta dolar AS dari 155 proposal dari lebih dari 100 negara. Dengan dukungan Program ASSIST, Pemerintah Indonesia telah menerbitkan surat utang negara bertema SDGs (SDG Bond) yang pertama di Asia Tenggara sebesar 500 juta Euro. Program ini akan terus berkolaborasi dengan organisasi lain untuk mengembangkan dan menerapkan instrumen pembiayaan inovatif untuk pembangunan berkelanjutan. SELESAI About the UN Joint SDG Fund The Joint SDG Fund supports countries to accelerate their progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and to deliver on the commitment of the 2030 Agenda to leave no one behind. They are providing a new generation of Resident Coordinators (RCs) and United Nations Country Teams (UNCTs) with a critical instrument to incentivize the adoption of new solutions for longer-term sustainability. UN Joint SDG Fund is operated with contributions from the following donor countries: Denmark, the European Union, Germany, Ireland, Luxembourg, Monaco, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland. About the United Nations in Indonesia The United Nations (UN) is an international organization founded in 1945. It is currently made up of 193 Member States. The mission and work of the United Nations are guided by the purposes and principles contained in its founding Charter. In Indonesia, the UN is committed to supporting the Government of Indonesia in the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. The UN Country Team is led by the UN Resident Coordinator (RC for short) the highest-ranking representative of the UN development system at the country level. RCs led UN Country Teams in consultations with the Government to define and agree on the UN strategic response to the Government’s development priorities in implementing the 2030 Agenda. The Resident Coordinator is the designated representative of – and reports to – the UN Secretary-General. About UNDP The United Nations Development Programmes (UNDP) is the leading United Nations organization fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries, we help nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and planet. Learn more at www.undp.org or follow at @UNDP About UNEP The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system, and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. About UNICEF UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, to build a better world for everyone. For more information about UNICEF and its work for children visit www.unicef.org. Follow UNICEF on Twitter and Facebook. About UNIDO United Nations Industrial Development Organization is a specialized UN agency whose mission is to promote and accelerate inclusive and sustainable industrial development (ISID) in Member States for poverty reduction, inclusive globalization and environmental sustainability: www.unido.org

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