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25 July 2024
IGCN Innovation Accelerator for Young Professionals - Resident Coordinator's Speech, Gita Sabharwal
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23 July 2024
Two Years of Progress: Indonesia advances Migration Governance for Sustainable Development
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23 July 2024
National Symposium on Migration Governance for Sustainable Development - Resident Coordinator’s Speech, Gita Sabharwal
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The Sustainable Development Goals 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 prioritizing people’s dignity and placing the progress of the most marginalized 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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28 June 2023
United Nations in Indonesia Country Results Report 2022
The UN in Indonesia's Annual Results Report 2022 provides a comprehensive overview of the UN's work and impact against the backdrop of a difficult economic situation both globally and to some extent also in Indonesia. The war in Ukraine, and the food, energy and financial crises in its wake were unexpected challenges for countries worldwide. Despite such headwinds, Indonesia navigated the situation better than most. The report highlights development outcomes as the country were recovering from COVID-19 while advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and improving the lives of citizens.
The collaborative efforts of the Government of Indonesia, international development partners, and member states are recognized as instrumental in achieving the SDGs. The report is illustrated with 30 "stories" of individuals who - thanks to projects by various UN agencies - are no longer left behind. For detailed insights into the UN's work and the country's progress, please download the full report attached.
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07 June 2023
Better Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights for All in Indonesia (BERANI) Programme Fact Sheet
The Government of Indonesia, UNFPA, and UNICEF have been working together through the Better Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights for All in Indonesia (BERANI) Programme from 2018 to 2023. This joint effort aims to improve sexual and reproductive health and rights for women and young people across the country.
Under the BERANI Programme, several key areas have been focused on, including enhancing midwifery education and regulation, strengthening partnerships to improve family planning, providing youth-friendly sexual and reproductive health services and information, strengthening the health sector's response to gender-based violence, and community outreach and empowerment.
Throughout the programme, significant achievements have been made. Over 20 policies, advocacy strategies, and roadmaps were developed to promote sexual and reproductive health and rights. Midwifery education centers have implemented high-quality standards, leading to increased pass rates in national competency exams. Private clinics have been strengthened to provide quality youth-friendly services, and community health centers have been capacitated to respond effectively to gender-based violence.
Additionally, a considerable number of young people have benefited from the programme. Thousands of adolescents have received comprehensive sexuality education and information on menstrual hygiene management. Digital content creators have been trained to develop sexual and reproductive health-related content, reaching a combined audience of over 600,000 young people.
The BERANI Programme highlights the commitment to leaving no one behind, ensuring that all individuals, regardless of their background, have access to comprehensive sexual and reproductive health services and information. The BERANI fact sheet is downloadable through the button below this article.
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29 May 2023
Baristas behind bars: From serving time to serving lattes
Perfectly foamed milk. A delicate butterfly enswirled atop. A bittersweet tang on the palate. A perfect cappuccino? It is beyond that. This particular cup was masterfully frothed and served by Denny, an inmate in Tangerang, west of Jakarta, who joined a UN-supported training programme to help prisoners to re-integrate into society after serving time.
“I want to make the most of my time, even in prison, and this training should help me find a job later,” said Denny, 31, who has just over two years left of a five-year prison sentence. “Of course, I knew how to make a coffee before, but here I am learning about different flavours, smells and aromas, and about the artistic side of coffee making.”
Denny is one of 200 inmates in the Tangerang Class IIA Correctional Facility and among more than 35,000 inmates across Indonesia who are involved in vocational training, from eco-printing on textiles to farming. While learning how to be a barista behind bars, he said he hopes to get a job in a café following his release.
Salis Farida Fitriani, who heads the correctional facility, said the programme aims at building a better future, but skills training alone is not enough for inmates to succeed in the outside world.
To deal with a society that often stigmatizes them for life, she said, the prison offers training in personality development, counselling, and religious teaching.
“Our goal is to provide positive activities and training for the inmates,” she said. “The programme includes personality development as well as vocational training to help with their future livelihoods.”
Breaking the ‘ex-con’ stigma
Starting a business is hard after serving time in prison, said Haswin, a 32-year-old former drug offender. Leaving the Tangerang correctional facility in January 2022, he now operates his own coffee shop, mixing modern and traditional coffee styles alongside mocktails and snacks.
“Life is so much better now,” said Haswin, adding that his former bartending job was a prime factor in his involvement with drug-related offences that led to his arrest in 2018.
“I am more content with life and proud of my creativity,” he explained. “I had never thought I could find a career outside nightlife.”
Now, his work is not just a “means to make ends meet”, but a new opportunity.
“I want to break the stigma around ‘ex-cons’ by showing that former offenders can also be independent and creative,” he said.
From sports to university programmes
Tangerang Class IIA gives prisoners a chance to do that. They can also compete in professional sports at Tangerang, a prison unique in Indonesia for offering a full university education programme. Open to prisoners across Indonesia, a pilot programme currently serving 200 inmates is poised to roll out countrywide, subject to funding, Ms. Fitriani said.
Asep, a third-year Islamic studies student with Syekh Yusuf Islamic University, said he, like many in the programme, could not afford to go to university in his life before prison.
“I was always keen to learn, but my economic situation did not make it possible for me to study,” he said.
Following the same curriculum the university offers to its regular students, Asep and his schoolmates attend classes thrice weekly for six hours each day. After graduation and before the end of his prison sentence, Asep said he hopes to help his fellow prisoners by offering religious counselling.
“I get to learn a lot about the world and about life outside,” he said. “It helps me cope better with my long sentence. It will help the others, too.”
Tailored to inmates’ needs
Supported by the UN Office on Drugs and Crimes (UNODC), the training programmes are designed with help from a set of assessment tools that provide evidence-based approaches tailored to inmates’ individual needs.
Corrections officers use these tools to evaluate and better understand inmates, including the level of security risk they may pose, their compatibility with the programme, and their likely response to education.
Within UNODC’s prisoner rehabilitation initiative, which focuses on education, vocational training, and employment during incarceration, the goal is to contribute to the prisoners’ employability after release, thus reducing chances of recidivism.
With this in mind, the agency partnered with Indonesia’s Directorate-General of Corrections to create an assessment matrix that helps corrections officers to build psychological and security profiles of prisoners and enables staff to keep track of their progress, said Rabby Pramudatama, a programme manager at UNODC’s Jakarta office.
“We need to make sure, for instance, that we get inmates who are unlikely to disturb the classes and will cooperate with teachers and their fellow students,” he said.
Second chances
UNODC also collaborates and supports such non-governmental organizations as Second Chance, which help inmates to reintegrate into society once they are out of the facility.
On a quiet morning, some inmates were reviewing verses from the Quran, while others gathered around to watch a pair of sparring kickboxers. As rain set in, they spoke of the sunshine that was bound to break through, sooner or later.
For Denny, he said the sunshine will come on the day when he, too, can get out and find a job.
“My main drive right now is to be a better person than I was before,” he said, adding that until that day, he will focus on religious activities and brewing perfect cappuccinos in barista classes.
Learn more about how UNODC is helping to reform prisons across the world here.
This article was initially published by UN News in this link: https://news.un.org/en/story/2023/06/1137212
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30 May 2023
UN in Indonesia Newsletter 2023 Volume 1
We are pleased to present the first edition of the UN in Indonesia Newsletter for the year 2023. This newsletter provides an overview of the significant work carried out by the United Nations in Indonesia from January to April, highlighting our commitment to sustainable development and inclusivity.
In this edition, our focus is on SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals. By fostering strong collaborations and partnerships between governments, private sector, and civil society, we aim to accelerate progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and creating a better future for all.
Through the newsletter, we strive to bring the United Nations closer to the people we serve, ensuring that no one is left behind in our pursuit of sustainable development. It features inspiring stories from various UN agencies in Indonesia, showcasing their remarkable initiatives and efforts in promoting inclusivity and advancing sustainable development goals.
One of the featured projects in this edition sheds light on the vocational training program at the Tangerang Class IIA Correctional Facility. With the support of the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), this program equips prisoners with essential skills to facilitate their successful reintegration into society after completing their sentences. It exemplifies our commitment to empowering individuals and contributing to positive social change.
As we navigate the post-pandemic era, it is imperative that we make up for the lost time and expedite our efforts towards achieving the SDGs. By strengthening our collective impact and forging new pathways, we can create a more sustainable and inclusive world for present and future generations.
You can access the downloadable newsletter in both English and Bahasa Indonesia below of this page.
Together, let us make a lasting difference and work towards a world where everyone can thrive.
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05 May 2023
Nakba Day
This year marks the 75th anniversary of the mass displacement of Palestinians, known as “the Nakba” or “the Catastrophe”. This anniversary puts the spotlight on the world’s longest-standing protracted refugee crisis, as over 5.3 M Palestine refugees still live amidst conflict.
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02 July 2024
From salty fish to coconut oil: islanders in Papua mean business
BIANCI and SAUKABU, SOUTHWEST PAPUA – Between the light blue sky and the azure blue sea, the islands of Raja Ampat in Southwest Papua are famous for their beauty and as one of the world’s most biodiverse areas. Thanks to a collaboration between the Ministry of Village, Disadvantaged Regions and Transmigration, the International Fund for Agriculture Development (IFAD) and local authorities, the inhabitants of these remote islands have enjoyed a substantive and measurable increase in their living standards. Most of the adult population of Bianci village, a four-hour boat ride from the provincial capital of Sorong, participates in the production of salty fish and fish floss. These products earn the villagers twice as much as when they used to sell raw fish. Halal-certified, quality-controlled and vacuum sealed, the products are sold at nearby diving resorts, in supermarkets across the province as well as on Sorong’s central market. “The development of the village is our own responsibility – and this project is the catalyst that allows us to take matters into our own hands and grow,” said Village Head Sayuti Daad. “Earlier, there was no significant economic activity here.”Bianci is one of 1,110 Indonesian villages supported through the Integrated Village Economic Transformation Programme (TEKAD), under the leadership of the Ministry. The villages TEKAD works in have a combined population of over 1.6 million.In Raja Ampat, 19 communities benefit from TEKAD experts, who help villagers design business plans with long-term development strategies to be supported by the Village Fund. The Fund, managed by the Ministry of Villages, allocates Rupiah 68 billion Indonesian (US $4.3 billion) nationally to develop rural communities. While men in Bianci continue their traditional practice of fishing in the surrounding rich seas, women now use equipment and tools provided by the Village Fund to prepare salty fish and spicy fish floss, both of which are staple foods for Indonesians in cities. A kilogram of fish prepared this way fetches around Rp 35,000 (US$ 2.2), almost double the sales price of raw fish, which is just Rp 20,000. Furthermore, for many of the women, it is the first time they have a job, Mr Daad added: “It provides a different status, to be paid for their cooking.”TEKAD’s mission is to support economic transformation in interested villages in the poorest regions of Indonesia, including Southwest Papua. By hiring and training local facilitators to work with the villagers, the programme ensures community buy-in for long-term planning.“Durable development solutions necessitate money to be spent on projects with long-term economic benefits, rather than spending on various short-term initiatives each year,” said Yumi Sakata, Programme Officer at IFAD’s Jakarta office. “With the support of TEKAD facilitators, the beneficiaries – mostly rural women – are learning sustainable business models.”According to TEKAD data, the investment in Bianci was Rp 130 million in kind and Rp 100 million in cash, which the villagers used to buy raw materials and construct a facility for drying the fish.Towards a coconut-based economyA further hour away by speed boat, the 200 residents of Saukabu have developed plans – with TEKAD support – for an even more significant increase in their income. While their knowledge of English is limited, they are very familiar with the acronym VCO (or rather “vee-cee-oh”), which stands for virgin coconut oil, used in facial treatments, massage and high-end cooking. Located near the group of picturesque isles that decorate Indonesia’s Rp 100,000 note, the island’s primary produce is coconuts – with around 40 tons per year. Villagers have traditionally sold coconuts raw or smoked and have earned Rp 100,000 for a large bag of 50 coconuts. They are now piloting the production of virgin coconut oil, which – depending on its final quality – can earn between Rp 1 and 2 million per 50 coconuts. Most of the value-added work is done by women. TEKAD has been a major lifeline to the area, said Wahab Sangaji, Special Economic Advisor at Raja Ampat Regency. “If we had one wish, it would be to extend TEKAD support and know-how to all 117 villages of the regency,” he said.Changes are palpable beyond improved coconut and fish products.Having worked with the islanders since the launch of TEKAD in 2021, facilitator Trully Novalia says the longer-term benefits outweigh concrete profits: “TEKAD is bringing about a mindset change – for people to have goals and plans and to think about economic opportunities,” she said. “This will enable them to develop and implement business ideas long after this project ends.”Afi Gamso, a mother of three in Bianci, though, is content with more immediate benefits for now. “From the newfound money, I could buy new clothes and school supplies for my children,” she said. “It’s important they look decent at the high school in town.”
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20 June 2024
United Nations supports IGCN’s Moving Forward Faster initiative to accelerate the 2030 Agenda
The United Nations in Indonesia remains committed to supporting member companies and organizations of the Indonesia Global Compact Network (IGCN) and their contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the UN Resident Coordinator in Indonesia said last week.IGCN has 160 member companies and organizations, with a total annual revenue of US$ 145 billion, accounting for over 10% of Indonesia’s GDP. Its members pledge to be agents of change, driving Indonesia towards the achievement of human rights, competitive labour, a sustainable environment and ethical business practices.The SDGs can only be achieved in partnership between different actors, and that includes the private sector, which accounts for 9 out of 10 jobs in Indonesia, said Gita Sabharwal, the UN Resident Coordinator in Indonesia. She addressed the Annual General Meeting of IGCN in Jakarta last week. Read her full statement here. “Moving forward faster will depend on three areas for acceleration; ambitious leadership from private sectors, unlocking sustainable investments for green transition, and the championing of gender equality and decent work,” Ms Sabharwal said. “And business leaders can take these to the next level as the IGCN embodies the power of partnerships.”Globally, only 17% of SDG targets are on track to be met. In Indonesia, this figure – according to calculations by the Ministry of National Development Planning (Bappenas) – is 62%. As the world approaches the 2030 target to reach the SDGs, the urgency to accelerate progress intensifies, both globally and in Indonesia. The next few years are critical in tackling global challenges such as climate change, poverty and inequality, as well as creating a path to sustainable economic growth.This is why IGCN launched its UN Global Compact Moving Forward Faster initiative at the event. The initiative seeks to accelerate Indonesia’s transformation towards achieving the SDGs by adopting environmentally friendly practices that reduce carbon footprints while promoting ethical and inclusive business.“This initiative confirms our commitment to driving sustainable growth and strengthening collaboration among our members and stakeholders,” said IGCN President Yaya Winarno Junardy.The partnership between the private sector, government, and the UN is particularly important in today’s complex geopolitical context, for it has the potential to be transformational, positioning IGCN as an inspiration for other country-level networks in Southeast Asia, Ms Sabharwal said. “With collaborative efforts and shared commitment, this initiative could serve as a model for accelerating sustainable development and achieving the 2030 Agenda,” she added.
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03 June 2024
DOMES: Leaving No One Behind Means Leaving No One Uninformed
Access to information is a fundamental human right.
In this golden age of digital information, access to reliable information has never been more crucial. As digital transformation advances, misinformation has become a common enemy, hindering our progress towards a well-informed society.
The UN team in Indonesia remains committed to fostering greater universal access to accurate information - be it combating misinformation or mainstreaming UN initiatives in partnership with the Government of Indonesia to advance the SDGs - ensuring that no one is left behind.
Meet DOMES.
DOMES - the UN digital publications hub (https://domes.un.or.id/) - was developed to promote reliable, evidence-based publications and research related to the 17 Sustainable Development Goals or SDGs.
Users can navigate the website and customize their search—by thematic area, specific Goal, publishing agency, and beyond. Whether you are a student looking for thesis/dissertation references, a media professional, a government official, or a policymaker, the website's flexibility will optimize your research experience.
Empower everyone with better access to information.
In this golden age of digital information, access to reliable information has never been more crucial. As digital transformation advances, misinformation has become a common enemy, hindering our progress towards a well-informed society.
The UN team in Indonesia remains committed to fostering greater universal access to accurate information - be it combating misinformation or mainstreaming UN initiatives in partnership with the Government of Indonesia to advance the SDGs - ensuring that no one is left behind.
Meet DOMES.
DOMES - the UN digital publications hub (https://domes.un.or.id/) - was developed to promote reliable, evidence-based publications and research related to the 17 Sustainable Development Goals or SDGs.
Users can navigate the website and customize their search—by thematic area, specific Goal, publishing agency, and beyond. Whether you are a student looking for thesis/dissertation references, a media professional, a government official, or a policymaker, the website's flexibility will optimize your research experience.
Empower everyone with better access to information.
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15 May 2024
The United Nations Will be Promoting Collective Action at the World Water Forum 2024
Water fuels life on this planet—it is essential for our bodies, nourishes biodiversity, and powers our economy. However, while some of us turn on taps without a second thought, millions around the globe still struggle to access safe water, highlighting the disparity in water availability. As the world faces challenges in securing safe water amidst booming population and industrial growth, the need for sustainable water resource management has never been more critical. The world is seriously off track to meet Sustainable Development Goal 6: To ensure the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all by 2030. To achieve this critical goal, the United Nations system, international community, and national governments must work much faster and smarter, maximizing synergies and giving countries more effective support. There is no single United Nations Agency, Fund or Programme dedicated exclusively to water issues. In fact, over 30 United Nations organizations carry out water and sanitation programmes and there is a long history of collaboration– especially through UN-Water, the UN’s inter-agency coordination mechanism on water and sanitation.Following the UN 2023 Water Conference last year, there's a growing recognition that ensuring access to safe water as sanitation is not only basic human rights but also crucial for sustainable development. From local communities to international organizations, cooperative efforts are underway to prioritize and address the pressing challenges worldwide. This is also reflected in the forthcoming launch of the first ever UN System-wide Strategy for Water and Sanitation.Indonesia is set to host the 10th World Water Forum in Bali from 18 to 25 May 2024 in partnership with the World Water Council (WWC). The World Water Forum (WWF) is the largest international meeting in the water sector, held every three years since 1997 and involving various stakeholders. With the theme "Water for Shared Prosperity," this forum presents a unique opportunity to rally nations towards integrated strategies ensuring water prosperity for all.At the World Water Forum, leaders, experts, scholars, entrepreneurs, and policymakers will gather to share insights, experiences, and best practices on a spectrum of water-related topics. There are six sub-themes that will be discussed at the World Water Forum:Water for Humans and NatureWater Security and ProsperityDisaster Risk Reduction and ManagementCooperation and Hydro DiplomacyWater and Innovative FinanceKnowledge and TechnologiesThe United Nations, playing a pivotal role in addressing these global challenges, will be actively participating, bringing its experts to conduct discussions needed to mobilize collective action and foster international cooperation. Our involvement underscores the importance of multi-stakeholder gatherings in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. The UN organizations who will be present at the Forum are UN ESCAP, FAO, UNEP, UNDP, UNESCO, UNICEF, UNIDO, and WMO.To facilitate your engagement and ensure you have all the necessary information regarding the involvement of the United Nations in the World Water Forum 2024, a dedicated microsite has been launched. It is packed with essential information and handy links for easy access to everything you need to know about the sessions hosted by the United Nations at the 10th World Water Forum. Explore the microsite and make the most of the valuable resources it offers: https://indonesia.un.org/en/267868-united-nations-world-water-forum-2024
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03 May 2024
Greening tourism: Ministry of Tourism, ILO start implementation of project to help create green jobs
Helping communities with high tourism potential to benefit from green tourism through “green jobs” is a new initiative by the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy, supported by the UN Indonesia’s Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE).Last week, over 30 government officials, university lecturers and community representatives from across Indonesia’s super priority tourism destinations participated in a training of trainers event organized by the Ministry and the International Labour Organization (ILO) to learn about how to better prepare communities and tourism graduates for green economy opportunities.“Green jobs are good for people, good for the environment and good for the economy – but it requires a mindset change: moving from consumption to conservation of resources,” said Martini M. Paham, Deputy Minister for Human Resources and Institutions at the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy.Participants said that they will incorporate what they have learned into their work. “The participatory approach combined with the principles of green and blue economy can inject sustainability principles into training more effectively,” said Endang Komesty Sinaga, a lecturer from the Bandung Tourism Polytechnique, who also supports dedicated tourism villages in West Java. Running green meetings is good for the environment and also for business, since many companies are looking to organize more environmentally friendly corporate events, said Muhammad Arfin from the Makassar Tourism Polytechnique. “By transmitting this understanding and the related know how to those working in tourism as well as to students studying tourism will create real opportunities for them to meet demand for green corporate tourism,” he explained.Ana Tri Astuti from Kabondalem Kidul tourism village near Yogyakarta said that her community tourism project, focused on providing traditional food catering, has benefitted from green tourism already. “Customers in the high-end market segment appreciate and are willing to pay extra for the use of traditional packaging materials rather than plastic,” she said. “Being able to offer it has helped our competitiveness.”The Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy expects that this collaboration initiative can be continued to support the development of sustainable and inclusive tourism in Indonesia, Ms Paham explained. The initiative scales up a previous ILO pilot project, which ended in 2023, and which capacitated tourism lecturers at higher education institutions in North Sulawesi to work with coastal communities and prepare them to become green and blue tourism entrepreneurs. Read more about the impact of that project on the livelihoods of the communities here. It also builds on a regional meeting that took place late last year “Transitioning to a Green and Blue Economy. Learning from the lessons of North Sulawesi.”“The ILO, alongside others in the UN family, remains committed to supporting the Government of Indonesia as it works to expand green tourism through innovation and partnerships,” said Simrin Singh, ILO Director for Indonesia and Timor Leste. “We are very pleased to see the commitment of the Ministry to scale up our earlier pilot initiatives. These will lead to decent job creation throughout the ecosystem of this vital sector, having a positive spillover impact for the people of Indonesia as well as for our fragile planet”.
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23 July 2024
Two Years of Progress: Indonesia advances Migration Governance for Sustainable Development
Jakarta, July 23, 2024 - The Migration Governance for Sustainable Development programme, is hosting a National Symposium to mark the culmination of two years of progress. This collaborative project, involving the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Indonesia, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and UN Women is supported by the Migration Multi-Partner Trust Fund (MMPTF). This initiative has focused on building the capacity of government officials at both national and sub-national levels. The goal is to s create policies and programmes that are gender-responsive, rights-based, and recognize the potential of migrants as development actors in line with the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly, and Regular Migration (GCM).
The project has achieved three critical outcomes: 1. Strengthened gender-responsive migration governance. The project has developed ten sets of studies, including developing migration governance governance indicators, targeted training sessions, and facilitated dialogues on gender-responsive migration at national and local levels. The programme also supports the advancement of protection efforts and strengthening an integrated criminal justice system for women migrant worker victims of gender-based violence and trafficking. The programme also integrated some migration governance into the current draft of RPJMN 2025-2029 that will be adopted later this year.2. Enhanced capacity of government at sub-national level. By promoting localized training, the project has provided essential tools for local governments, including three provinces, and five cities/regencies to integrate migration into planning and budgeting and increased capacity of more than 3,000 stakeholders to prevent and respond to violence and trafficking. This is to ensure that all government stakeholders can effectively manage and leverage migration for development.3. Promoting innovative sustainable financing. This project has developed and tested three innovative financing initiatives and gender-responsive economic empowerment to support migrant workers to empower their economic capacity.Director for Socio-Cultural Affairs and International Organization of Developing Countries Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Penny Herasati, said:"Migration is a choice, driven by an individual's need to improve capacity and well-being. For those who choose to migrate, adequate skills and knowledge are a must. The government always strives to strengthen cross-sectoral coordination in strengthening migration governance, including through training and socialisation, so that Indonesian citizens migrate through well-managed procedures."“GCM encourages each country to strengthen migration regulations and procedures, including strengthening the protection of migrants' rights and preventing violence and trafficking. The cooperation to strengthen migration governance between the Indonesian Government and UN agencies in Indonesia is one of the good practices of UN efforts to support Indonesia's capacity building. This is very important considering the number of Indonesian citizens abroad and the increasing trend of migration in Indonesia."Resident Coordinator United Nations in Indonesia, Gita Sabharwal said, “As we move forward, it is crucial that we build on these achievements, and ensure that migration policies and practices evolve to meet new challenges. The National Symposium is a great opportunity for us to reinforce Indonesia’s position as a champion country for the GCM in support of migration governance.”The state of migration in IndonesiaMigration often becomes the only viable option for Indonesians with limited or no opportunities at home. In 2023, the number of Indonesians working abroad surged by 36.95% from the previous year, with a significant proportion being women, working in informal sectors
However, these opportunities come with substantial risks, including irregular placement, gender-based violence, trafficking in persons, fraud, and exploitative working conditions. To address these issues, the Indonesian government has adopted the GCM, aiming to maximize the benefits of migration while ensuring the end-to-end protection of Indonesian migrant workers. The GCM emphasizes effective migration governance and aligns with SDG target 10.7, which focuses on “facilitating orderly, safe, regular and responsible migration.”
Therefore, the Migration Governance for Sustainable Development project has been pivotal in enhancing shaping the future of migration governance in Indonesia. Innovation for MigrationAside from the establishment of sustainable financing mechanism, later on, the project will officially launch two innovations namely (1) The Chat Bot feature, which an additional feature to complement the existing safe travel app that allowing quick access for women migrant worker victims of violence to seek help (2) Juang Mobile Application, which a financial management app to help migrants manage their expenses effectively that will benefits more than 3 million Indonesian migrants in estimation.
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About UN in IndonesiaThe UN in Indonesia is committed to supporting the Government of Indonesia's development efforts based on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) focusing on four strategic priorities aligned to the countries national medium term development plan. These include (i) inclusive human development, (ii) green development, climate change and natural disasters, (iii) economic and digital transformation, and (iv) innovation to accelerate SDGs. The United Nations Country Team consists of 26 UN agencies, funds, and programmes working in close partnership with Government, private sector, academia, and civil society providing integrated policy advice and technical assistance strategically aligned to the SDGs. In 2023, UN in Indonesia total delivery exceeded US$ 110 million.
The project has achieved three critical outcomes: 1. Strengthened gender-responsive migration governance. The project has developed ten sets of studies, including developing migration governance governance indicators, targeted training sessions, and facilitated dialogues on gender-responsive migration at national and local levels. The programme also supports the advancement of protection efforts and strengthening an integrated criminal justice system for women migrant worker victims of gender-based violence and trafficking. The programme also integrated some migration governance into the current draft of RPJMN 2025-2029 that will be adopted later this year.2. Enhanced capacity of government at sub-national level. By promoting localized training, the project has provided essential tools for local governments, including three provinces, and five cities/regencies to integrate migration into planning and budgeting and increased capacity of more than 3,000 stakeholders to prevent and respond to violence and trafficking. This is to ensure that all government stakeholders can effectively manage and leverage migration for development.3. Promoting innovative sustainable financing. This project has developed and tested three innovative financing initiatives and gender-responsive economic empowerment to support migrant workers to empower their economic capacity.Director for Socio-Cultural Affairs and International Organization of Developing Countries Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Penny Herasati, said:"Migration is a choice, driven by an individual's need to improve capacity and well-being. For those who choose to migrate, adequate skills and knowledge are a must. The government always strives to strengthen cross-sectoral coordination in strengthening migration governance, including through training and socialisation, so that Indonesian citizens migrate through well-managed procedures."“GCM encourages each country to strengthen migration regulations and procedures, including strengthening the protection of migrants' rights and preventing violence and trafficking. The cooperation to strengthen migration governance between the Indonesian Government and UN agencies in Indonesia is one of the good practices of UN efforts to support Indonesia's capacity building. This is very important considering the number of Indonesian citizens abroad and the increasing trend of migration in Indonesia."Resident Coordinator United Nations in Indonesia, Gita Sabharwal said, “As we move forward, it is crucial that we build on these achievements, and ensure that migration policies and practices evolve to meet new challenges. The National Symposium is a great opportunity for us to reinforce Indonesia’s position as a champion country for the GCM in support of migration governance.”The state of migration in IndonesiaMigration often becomes the only viable option for Indonesians with limited or no opportunities at home. In 2023, the number of Indonesians working abroad surged by 36.95% from the previous year, with a significant proportion being women, working in informal sectors
However, these opportunities come with substantial risks, including irregular placement, gender-based violence, trafficking in persons, fraud, and exploitative working conditions. To address these issues, the Indonesian government has adopted the GCM, aiming to maximize the benefits of migration while ensuring the end-to-end protection of Indonesian migrant workers. The GCM emphasizes effective migration governance and aligns with SDG target 10.7, which focuses on “facilitating orderly, safe, regular and responsible migration.”
Therefore, the Migration Governance for Sustainable Development project has been pivotal in enhancing shaping the future of migration governance in Indonesia. Innovation for MigrationAside from the establishment of sustainable financing mechanism, later on, the project will officially launch two innovations namely (1) The Chat Bot feature, which an additional feature to complement the existing safe travel app that allowing quick access for women migrant worker victims of violence to seek help (2) Juang Mobile Application, which a financial management app to help migrants manage their expenses effectively that will benefits more than 3 million Indonesian migrants in estimation.
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About UN in IndonesiaThe UN in Indonesia is committed to supporting the Government of Indonesia's development efforts based on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) focusing on four strategic priorities aligned to the countries national medium term development plan. These include (i) inclusive human development, (ii) green development, climate change and natural disasters, (iii) economic and digital transformation, and (iv) innovation to accelerate SDGs. The United Nations Country Team consists of 26 UN agencies, funds, and programmes working in close partnership with Government, private sector, academia, and civil society providing integrated policy advice and technical assistance strategically aligned to the SDGs. In 2023, UN in Indonesia total delivery exceeded US$ 110 million.
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Press Release
11 July 2024
United Nations thanks Indonesia for its contribution to Peacekeeping
Jakarta, 11 July 2024 - United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations, Jean-Pierre Lacroix, thanked Indonesia for its unwavering commitment and strong contribution to United Nations Peacekeeping and for the service and sacrifice of its military and police personnel deployed under the UN flag. Indonesia first provided peacekeepers to the United Nations in 1957, when it joined the United Nations Emergency Force (UNEF) in Sinai, Egypt.Today, Indonesia provides 2,715 uniformed personnel to UN Peacekeeping, currently making it the sixth-largest contributor globally. It is also a significant contributor of women peacekeepers, with 183 currently serving in peace operations."Indonesia's contributions are vital to our global efforts to maintain peace and security," said Mr. Lacroix at the conclusion of his three-day visit to Jakarta on Wednesday. "As a major contributor of troops to UN peacekeeping missions, Indonesia's dedication and professionalism are highly valued." Indonesia's largest deployment is with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), where peacekeepers are continuing to implement the mission’s mandate in a very challenging environment. It also contributes peacekeepers to several missions, including the United Nations Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) and the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO).In recent decades, Indonesia has also contributed to UN peace operations in Cambodia, Liberia and Haiti, among others.Mr. Lacroix acknowledged Indonesia's support for the United Nations Chiefs of Police Summit held in June 2024 at UN Headquarters, highlighting the important role of UN Police in peace operations. He thanked Indonesia for hosting courses and workshops to train peacekeepers from across Asia.Mr. Lacroix spoke of the efforts Indonesia is making to increase the number of women serving in UN missions. “I look forward to welcoming many more Indonesian women, as well as men, into UN Peacekeeping over the coming years,” he said."It is no surprise that an Indonesian police woman was selected as the 2023 UN Woman Police Officer of the Year," he added, referring to the recognition of Police First Sergeant Renita Rismayanti by the UN Secretary General last year. (Read more about her award here.)Mr. Lacroix met with Minister of Foreign Affairs Retno Marsudi, X and X during the visit. Among other topics, he discussed the potential for further cooperation between Indonesia and UN peacekeeping in several areas such as training, the digital transformation of peacekeeping as well as the promotion of female peacekeepers.--------Media contact: Siska Widyawati (UN Information Centre) +62 878-8488-5489
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08 July 2024
United Nations Promotes Inclusive Literacy and Creative Learning at "Patjarmerah Kecil" Children's Literary Festival
Jakarta, Indonesia, July 6 – The United Nations in Indonesia is participating in this year's "Patjarmerah Kecil" Children's Literary Festival, leveraging its global platform to enhance the annual celebration of children's literature and creative learning in Indonesia. The festival is showcasing a diverse selection of children’s books and is promoting literacy and the creative economy.Indonesia continues to see a gradual decline in illiteracy rates. According to the data by the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) in 2023, illiteracy rate among the population aged 10 years and above stood at 3.18%.Indonesia's literacy initiatives have been recognized by UNESCO, including the King Sejong Literacy Prize in 2018 and the UNESCO Confucius Prize for Literacy in 2019 .Globally, one in five children, adolescents, and youth are excluded from education, with disparities exacerbated by poverty, gender, language, disability, ethnicity and migration status, among others. Transforming education has been identified by the United Nations as one of only six key drivers to help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).Two years after the Transforming Education Summit (TES) convened by the UN Secretary General, a a Special Event on Transforming Education will be held in New York on 11 July. It seeks to spur greater commitment and action on education transformation in the context of the upcoming Summit of the Future, to be held in September."Education is key to development – and promoting inclusive development, and therefore inclusive education, is at the heart of the UN’s mandate,” said Miklos Gaspar, Director of the United Nations Information Center (UNIC) in Jakarta. “We are here to show our support and encourage young Indonesians to embrace literacy and creativity.”Highlights from the UN corner include:• Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO): Showcasing posters from Indonesian children who have won repeatedly the global World Food Day poster contest, outshining peers from over 100 countries.
• International Organizaion for Migration (IOM): Presenting artwork from child refugees and participating at the writing workshop entitled "Tell your story today” on July 6, facilitated by digital literacy champion Reda Gaudiamo. The workshop will include 10 refugee children and 20 local child authors.
• United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF): Featuring the digital display of comics by Rizka Raisa Fatimah Ramli, a 17-year-old from Makassar, winner of the 2019 UNICEF and Comics Uniting Nations’ worldwide comic contest. Her work focuses on promoting safety from violence in and around schools.
• United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO): Providing gifts and reading materials to children to enhance the activities at the festival.
• United Nations Volunteers (UNV): Leading the engagement with an SDG board game and a special World Food Day activation art book for children.A pocketbook of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, translated into more than 10 ethnic languages of Indonesia, furthering the reach of this essential document. The United Nations is committed to strengthening support for literacy initiatives in Indonesia.Media contact: Siska Widyawati, UN Information Center 08788 488 5489
• International Organizaion for Migration (IOM): Presenting artwork from child refugees and participating at the writing workshop entitled "Tell your story today” on July 6, facilitated by digital literacy champion Reda Gaudiamo. The workshop will include 10 refugee children and 20 local child authors.
• United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF): Featuring the digital display of comics by Rizka Raisa Fatimah Ramli, a 17-year-old from Makassar, winner of the 2019 UNICEF and Comics Uniting Nations’ worldwide comic contest. Her work focuses on promoting safety from violence in and around schools.
• United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO): Providing gifts and reading materials to children to enhance the activities at the festival.
• United Nations Volunteers (UNV): Leading the engagement with an SDG board game and a special World Food Day activation art book for children.A pocketbook of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, translated into more than 10 ethnic languages of Indonesia, furthering the reach of this essential document. The United Nations is committed to strengthening support for literacy initiatives in Indonesia.Media contact: Siska Widyawati, UN Information Center 08788 488 5489
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02 July 2024
Mayors gather in Jakarta to accelerate sustainable development progress
Jakarta, 2 July 2024 - Mayors and senior officials from 63 local governments in 33 countries are gathering in Jakarta over the next three days to discuss ways to accelerate sustainable development at the local level. Organized by the United Nations, the United Cities and Local Governments in Asia-Pacific (UCLG-ASPAC), the Local 2030 coalition and hosted by the Special Capital Region of Jakarta, the goal of the International Mayors’ Forum 2024 is to provide a platform for policy dialogue and knowledge sharing on key aspects related to the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals. Held for the sixth time, this year’s edition of the Forum is promoting dialogue and the sharing of experiences on how to practically accelerate implementation of the 2030 Agenda through localization of the SDGs in the six remaining years.“SDGs are in dire need of a boost and we don’t have a moment to lose,” said Navid Hanif, Assistant Secretary-General for Economic Development at the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA) referring to the SDG progress report 2024, which found that only 17% of SDG targets were on track. “Local and regional governments are the beacon of hope. You will drive change. But this time the change must focus on structural and systemic shifts that are essential for putting the world on a path to sustainable future.”Cities: lynchpins for developmentOver half of the world’s population lived in urban areas already as of 2018, and it is projected that more than two thirds will by 2030. The work of regional and local governments is therefore vital when it comes to the SDGs: 65% of SDG targets are linked to the work and mandate of local governments – and therefore localization of SDGs is necessary for their achievement. In the face of growing global uncertainty, localization has become more important than ever, reflecting the ability to translate global aspirations to concrete results at the local level. The SDGs cannot be achieved without scaled-up and sustained investments in urban infrastructure and services, such as quality and affordable housing, access to quality education, sustainable public transport systems, health care services and sanitation, decent work and a safe environment, with a particular focus on the needs of the most vulnerable amid rising inequality, Mr Hanif said. Urban areas account for close to 80% of economic production as well as 60-80% of global energy consumption and 75% of energy-related greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.Jakarta’s leadership roleDemonstrating its ongoing commitment to the SDGs, Jakarta is launching its second Voluntary Local Review on the status of the SDGs in the city, Acting Governor Heri Budi Hartono announced at the opening of the Forum.“The city is actively implementing various initiatives to address urban challenges and promote sustainable development, aligning with Indonesia's national SDG priorities, including poverty reduction, quality education, and climate action,” he said. The Forum plays an important role in the run up to the UN’s Summit of the Future, to be held in September this year. At the Summit, world leaders are expected to forge a new international consensus on how to deliver a better present and safeguard the future. They are scheduled to adopt the Pact for the Future to mend eroded trust and demonstrate how international cooperation can effectively achieve agreed goals and tackle emerging threats and opportunities.“The Forum is an opportunity for local, regional, and national governments to explore how they can contribute to the Summit as well as to the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development in 2025,” Mr Hanif said.—Media contact:Siska Widyawati (UNIC) - +62 878-8488-5489
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01 July 2024
Global UN report underlines Indonesia’s potential in Green Growth
Indonesia’s natural deposits of critical minerals such as nickel, with Indonesia providing more than 55% of the global supply, are vital for electric vehicle batteries and carbon storage. Therefore, Indonesia plays a key role in the world’s efforts on decarbonization and the global energy transition. The low carbon development initiative is among the global topics covered by the Industrial Development Report 2024, published by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) last week. The report, titled ‘Turning Challenges into Industrial Solutions: The New Era of Industrial Policy,’ commends Indonesia for pursuing a green industrial policy in manufacturing and services. The country’s achievement is advancing in reducing energy consumption with the support of technical assistance from development partners, including UNIDO. Global industrial trends: towards increased sustainabilityThe report demonstrates the transformative potential of modern industrial policies to offer novel solutions to global challenges, from resource scarcity and climate change to widening socioeconomic disparities and a growing population. It notes that the industrial sector already plays a pivotal role in delivering sustainable development solutions, with industrial firms holding around 60% of all green patents worldwide.
The recipe for sustainable industrialization involves combating climate change, promoting economic growth, and generating millions of decent jobs while leveraging cutting-edge technologies.
According to the report, the manufacturing sector significantly contributes to employment, innovation, and the green transition. On average, each manufacturing job creates more than two additional jobs in other sectors of the economy.The report states that industrialization requires investments, skills, technologies, coordinated efforts, and well-designed policies. New industrial policies include these key elements: They must align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).They should be collaborative, because modern challenges are interconnected and complex, requiring close partnerships among all stakeholders including the public and private sectors.They should be forward-looking, considering ongoing megatrends such as the energy transition, the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), global rebalancing towards developing countries, and demographic transition. They should promote collaboration and be regionally coordinated to mitigate tensions and unlock potential economies of scale.The report finds that global progress towards industry-related SDGs remains slow, especially in developing countries that lag on innovation, clean energy, and decent jobs. It identifies several opportunities for catching up. These include:generating the energy, materials, and components needed for the energy transition,using 4IR technologies to boost competitiveness, attracting relocating foreign direct investment (FDI), focusing on producing goods in high demand due to global demographic and technological trends.The Asia-Pacific region is set for growth but faces challenges, especially for Pacific islands, least developed countries and landlocked nations. As highlighted in the report, these countries require particular attention and policies to address issues related to climate change, fiscal budget limitations, and technical assistance. Emerging strong industrial capabilities have positioned Asia exceptionally well to develop new industrial clusters, particularly in electric mobility.“UNIDO stands ready to continue to provide policy advice to the Government of Indonesia to help the country fulfill its potential and avoid the middle-income traps through industrial innovation and the creation of decent jobs,” said Marco Kamiya, UNIDO Representative in Jakarta.
The recipe for sustainable industrialization involves combating climate change, promoting economic growth, and generating millions of decent jobs while leveraging cutting-edge technologies.
According to the report, the manufacturing sector significantly contributes to employment, innovation, and the green transition. On average, each manufacturing job creates more than two additional jobs in other sectors of the economy.The report states that industrialization requires investments, skills, technologies, coordinated efforts, and well-designed policies. New industrial policies include these key elements: They must align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).They should be collaborative, because modern challenges are interconnected and complex, requiring close partnerships among all stakeholders including the public and private sectors.They should be forward-looking, considering ongoing megatrends such as the energy transition, the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), global rebalancing towards developing countries, and demographic transition. They should promote collaboration and be regionally coordinated to mitigate tensions and unlock potential economies of scale.The report finds that global progress towards industry-related SDGs remains slow, especially in developing countries that lag on innovation, clean energy, and decent jobs. It identifies several opportunities for catching up. These include:generating the energy, materials, and components needed for the energy transition,using 4IR technologies to boost competitiveness, attracting relocating foreign direct investment (FDI), focusing on producing goods in high demand due to global demographic and technological trends.The Asia-Pacific region is set for growth but faces challenges, especially for Pacific islands, least developed countries and landlocked nations. As highlighted in the report, these countries require particular attention and policies to address issues related to climate change, fiscal budget limitations, and technical assistance. Emerging strong industrial capabilities have positioned Asia exceptionally well to develop new industrial clusters, particularly in electric mobility.“UNIDO stands ready to continue to provide policy advice to the Government of Indonesia to help the country fulfill its potential and avoid the middle-income traps through industrial innovation and the creation of decent jobs,” said Marco Kamiya, UNIDO Representative in Jakarta.
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