Our Expertise
The global financial crisis (GFC) that swept over the world in 2008/09 had an influence on the Indonesian economy. In an attempt to reduce the impact of the GFC, the government introduced a Fiscal Stimulus Program (FSP) in 2009 in order to encourage economic growth. The program consisted of two main elements, namely, tax cuts and increased government spending.
This report deliberates the multiple dimensions of poverty and disparities faced by children in Indonesia. This report also advocates for poverty reduction policies and programmes that are more child-focused. These analyses and recommendations are aimed at supporting the realization of the rights of all children in Indonesia, as formally guaranteed by the Indonesian Constitution (Undang-Undang Dasar 1945, UUD 1945).
This report is the result of a rapid appraisal of the implementation of the 2008 Direct Cash Transfer (BLT) program and community perceptions of the stigma which emerged during the implementation of the BLT 2005 program. Early observations and assessment of the implementation of the program are essential in understanding the achievement level and problems associated with the program.
RESEARCH TEAM
SMERU Researchers
Muhammad Syukri, Sulton Mawardi. Akhmadi, Sirojudin Arif, Kartawijaya, Asep Kurniawan
Regional Researchers
East Java:
Agung Tri Darmawanto, Amelia Nur Puspita, Ari Ratna, Dhany Septimawan Sutopo, Irmia Fitriyah, Joko Purnomo, Mila M. Jamhari, Nashirul Uman, Pantri Muthriana Erza Killian, Tasyhudi, Tri Susanti ,Wiyarsanto
This study looks at emigration governance in the context of decentralized Indonesia. It examines various local initiatives that have evolved following the onset of decentralization in Indonesia a decade ago. These initiatives materialize in the form of perda (local regulations). In this study, first, a literature review is performed particularly to address the issue of perda related to overseas employment.
