Research

Policy Recommendations for Improving Indonesia’s Manufacturing Competitiveness and Productivity

Asri Yusrina, Asep Suryahadi, Rizki Fillaili

This study delivers an evidence-based roadmap with actionable policy recommendations to strengthen Indonesia’s manufacturing competitiveness and productivity over the next 10–20 years, drawing lessons from regional peers.

Study on the Development of Health Sector Strategies for Kota Bogor

Nina Toyamah, Dyan Widyaningsih, Nurmala Selly Saputri, Fatma Bandar

SMERU is conducting a study to support the development of Kota (City of) Bogor’s health sector strategies, which covers maternal and child health, noncommunicable diseases, and mental health.

Estimating the Cost of Caring for Children with Disabilities to Reform the Existing Coverage and Benefit Levels of Key Social Protection Programs

Ulfah Alifia, Nurmala Selly Saputri, Sylvia Andriyani Kusumandari, Viona Gunawan

This study will provide evidence and analysis to guide policymakers in making informed budget allocation decisions for social protection programs for children with disabilities.

A Study on Green Jobs in the Labor-Intensive Textile and Textile Products Subsector to Promote Green Industry

Palmira Permata Bachtiar, Ana Rosidha Tamyis, Wiwin Purbaningrum, Desi Ayu Purwanti, Risda Dewi Sartika

This study examines the potential for green jobs in the textile and textile products (TPT) subsector and provides policy recommendations to help accelerate Indonesia’s transition toward a green economy. 

Measuring Literacy and Numeracy Skills of Junior High School Students in Riau Province Using the CERMAT Method

Ulfah Alifia, Veto Tyas Indrio

This study establishes baseline data for assessing literacy and numeracy skills of junior secondary school students in APRIL Group’s partner schools across Riau Province.