Mimbar : Jurnal Penelitian Sosial Dan Politik
Mimbar: Jurnal Penelitian Sosial dan Politik ISSN: 2252-5270 (print), 2620-6056 (online) is a peer-reviewed, open access journal published by the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, University of Prof. Dr. Hazairin, SH. The journal focuses on research in social and political sciences, particularly in public policy, governance, and socio-political development. This journal provides immediate open access to all published content under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0), allowing unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction with proper attribution. All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process. Based on editorial statistics from the last three years, the journal has maintained an average manuscript acceptance rate of 36%, reflecting its commitment to publishing high-quality and impactful scholarly research. The journal adopts a continuous publication model while maintaining two issues each year: Number 1 (January–June) and Number 2 (July–December). Accepted articles are published online immediately upon completion of the editorial and production process and are assigned to the current issue. Mimbar: Jurnal Penelitian Sosial dan Politik is indexed in Google Scholar, Garuda, Copernicus and has been nationally accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology of the Republic of Indonesia (SINTA 5).
Faculty of Social and Political Sciences Universitas Prof Dr Hazairin, SH
Collaborative Public Governance in Implementing Indonesia's One Fuel Price Policy: Evidence from Fuel Distribution in Frontier, Outermost, and Disadvantaged Regions
Indonesia's One Fuel Price Policy aims to reduce energy disparities by ensuring equal fuel prices in frontier, outermost, and disadvantaged (3T) regions. While the policy has expanded fuel access, limited studies have examined its implementation from an integrated public governance and public management perspective. This study analyzes the collaborative governance structure, policy implementation, and strategic communication supporting the program. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed using secondary data from official regulations, reports, and publications issued by the Downstream Oil and Gas Regulatory Agency (BPH Migas), the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, and Pertamina. The data were analyzed through thematic content analysis. The findings indicate that policy implementation is supported by collaborative governance involving central and local governments, BPH Migas, and Pertamina, resulting in the establishment of 583 fuel distribution points despite significant geographical and logistical challenges. Strategic communication also enhances coordination and public trust throughout implementation. This study demonstrates that integrating collaborative governance, adaptive public management, and strategic communication strengthens policy implementation and provides practical insights for delivering equitable public services in geographically challenging regions.
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Strengthening Sustainable Tourism Destination Governance through Destination Management: Evidence from West Kalimantan, Indonesia
The “Rimba dan Budaya” destination in West Kalimantan possesses considerable natural and cultural tourism potential, yet its contribution to regional economic development remains limited, as reflected by low international tourist arrivals and the tourism sector’s 2.09% share of the provincial Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP). This study examines the implementation of destination management, identifies its key determinants, and proposes strategic recommendations to strengthen destination governance. An exploratory qualitative case study was employed using observations, document analysis, semi-structured interviews with six key informants, and a SWOT questionnaire involving 40 stakeholders from government, community, and private sectors. The findings reveal challenges in market-oriented planning, institutional coordination, human resource capacity, and destination branding. Five key determinants were identified, with stakeholder commitment, particularly from local communities, emerging as the most influential. SWOT analysis places West Kalimantan in the Strength–Opportunity (SO) quadrant, indicating a growth-oriented strategy. This study contributes a public administration-based destination management model integrating institutional capacity, stakeholder commitment, and collaborative governance to support sustainable tourism development.
Strengthening the Education Cluster through Disaster-Safe Education Units (SPAB) in Disaster Management in Lebong Regency
The floods in Lebong Regency, Bengkulu Province, in April and May 2026 exposed the vulnerability of educational institutions and showed that education disruption is not merely a school-level facility problem, but a public service governance issue. This article uses a qualitative, document-based case study to formulate a district-level Education Cluster strengthening model anchored in the Disaster-Safe Education Unit (SPAB) framework. The research gap addressed is the tendency of previous studies to examine post-disaster response or school preparedness separately, while the governance design that connects normal-time preparedness, emergency coordination, and learning recovery remains underdeveloped. Data were obtained from preliminary school loss records, policy documents, local news, and academic literature, then analyzed through open coding, thematic categorization, policy interpretation, and model synthesis. The findings identify three layers of vulnerability: physical school infrastructure, continuity of learning and evaluation, and inter-actor coordination. The novelty of this study lies in an absorptive and adaptive Education Cluster model that integrates a joint secretariat, education risk data, school early warning procedures, contingency plans, and pentahelix partnerships. The model positions the Education Cluster as a collaborative governance and resilience governance instrument to protect children’s right to learn before, during, and after recurring floods.
Public Service Management in Stunting Prevention: Evaluation of Service Quality, Responsiveness, and Effectiveness in Jeneponto Regency
This study analyzes public service management in stunting prevention in Jeneponto Regency, Indonesia, focusing on service quality, responsiveness, and effectiveness. A qualitative case study approach was employed involving 15 informants, including local government officials, health workers, community leaders, and program beneficiaries. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and document analysis, then analyzed using an interactive model consisting of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that service quality remains uneven due to limited health infrastructure, shortages of nutritionists, and inconsistent service delivery across villages. Responsiveness is constrained by delayed complaint handling, limited adaptation to local socio-cultural conditions, and low community participation. Although stunting prevalence declined from 37.4% in 2021 to 30.3% in 2023, program effectiveness remains suboptimal because coordination, monitoring, and targeting mechanisms are not fully optimized. This study highlights the interconnection between service quality, responsiveness, and effectiveness in evaluating local public service management for sustainable stunting reduction.
Generation Z Satisfaction with the Government's First 100 Days: The Mediating Role of Perceptions of Public Opinion on Social Media
The first 100 days of the Kabinet Merah Putih administration represent the initial phase of implementing the Asta Cita national development agenda. This period provides an important opportunity to evaluate public responses, particularly among Generation Z, a digitally active demographic that plays a strategic role in contemporary democracy. This study examines the influence of perceived government policies implemented during the first 100 days on Generation Z's political satisfaction, with perceptions of public opinion on social media serving as a mediating variable. A quantitative research design was employed using path analysis, with mediation effects assessed through the Sobel test. Data were collected from 400 Generation Z respondents residing in Semarang City and Semarang Regency. The results indicate that perceived government policies have a significant positive direct effect on Generation Z's political satisfaction. In contrast, perceptions of public opinion on social media significantly mediate this relationship through a negative indirect effect. These findings underscore the pivotal role of social media in shaping political evaluations and influencing the perceived legitimacy of government policies, highlighting the importance of effective digital communication strategies in strengthening public trust during the early stages of government.
A Qualitative Case Study of School Dropout Among the Laut Ethnic Group in Kampung Baru, Tajur Biru Village, Lingga Regency, Riau Islands, Indonesia
This qualitative case study aims to analyze the factors contributing to school dropout among children from the Laut ethnic group in Kampung Baru, Tajur Biru Village, Lingga Regency. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with five informants, comprising two community leaders and three school dropouts, as well as field observations and documentation. The findings indicate that school dropout among Laut children is a multidimensional phenomenon influenced by interconnected economic, cultural, familial, and social factors. The primary contributing factors include the economic instability of traditional fishing households, limited parental awareness of the importance of formal education, and strong maritime cultural values that prioritize seafaring skills over schooling. Furthermore, stigma, discriminatory treatment, and social labeling within the school environment create psychological pressure and social exclusion, increasing the likelihood of students leaving school prematurely. The study recommends strengthening household economic resilience, expanding scholarship opportunities, and promoting inclusive, stigma-free school environments to reduce school dropout and improve educational participation among the Laut ethnic community.
Inter-Regional Collaboration in Gerbangkertosusila for Sustainable Economic Development
This study was motivated by the persistently high development disparities among regions in Indonesia, particularly in the Gerbangkertosusila region, which have led to unequal economic growth and poor job quality. This study aims to analyze the implementation of inter-regional cooperation and formulate a collaborative model capable of supporting the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 8: decent work and economic growth for all. The method used is qualitative descriptive with a literature review approach, analyzed using the Miles and Huberman interactive model. The results show that inter-regional cooperation has been carried out through Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) and sectoral cooperation, particularly in the fields of transportation and industry, which have improved connectivity and employment opportunities. However, its implementation still faces challenges such as weak coordination, investment disparities, and uneven job quality. This study concludes that a collaborative governance approach serves as an effective solution through institutional strengthening, cross-regional planning integration, and synergy among actors. This model is expected to drive more inclusive economic development and reduce disparities among regions.
Comparative Analysis of Bottom-Up and Top-Down Approaches in Forest Fringe Management: Evidence from Tanjung Betung II Village, Bengkulu, Indonesia
This study aims to evaluate the comparative effectiveness of bottom-up and top-down approaches in the management of forest fringe areas in Tanjung Betung II Village, Padang Guci Hulu District, Kaur Regency, Bengkulu Province. The study was motivated by persistent resource management friction, limited community participation, weak inter-agency institutional coordination, and unsustainable forest utilization within peripheral communities. Adopting a qualitative case study design, data were collected through in-depth semi-structured interviews, direct field observation, institutional documentation, and literature analysis involving village officials, traditional (adat) leaders, forest farmer groups (Kelompok Tani Hutan), and local forestry administrators. The findings demonstrate that while the top-down approach offers high regulatory standardization and uniform administrative control, it generates low social legitimacy, fails to accommodate localized ecological-economic needs, and produces fragile program sustainability. Conversely, the bottom-up approach is significantly more effective in strengthening community participation, leveraging traditional local wisdom (kearifan lokal), and establishing robust local ownership. This research advances public policy discourse by demonstrating that an isolated approach is insufficient; rather, an integrated collaborative governance model that bridges formal state regulations with community-based institutional arrangements is essential for sustainable forest fringe ecosystem management.
Intergovernmental Relations between BKKBN and DP3APPKB in Strengthening Male Family Planning Participation through the Arjuna Mesra Group in Surabaya
Male participation in Indonesia’s Family Planning program through vasectomy remains very low, reaching 0.1% in 2024, indicating persistent structural and socio-cultural constraints in reproductive health governance. This study analyzes intergovernmental collaboration between the National Population and Family Planning Agency (BKKBN) and the Surabaya City DP3APPKB in optimizing the Arjuna Mesra male family planning group using Wright’s (1988) Intergovernmental Relations framework. A qualitative literature review was conducted using 26 relevant sources published between 2014 and 2026, analyzed thematically based on five IGR dimensions.The findings show that collaboration operates through hierarchical coordination, PLKB-mediated field implementation, community-based mobilization, and fiscal support via the BOKB DAK scheme. However, program effectiveness is constrained by structural dependence on PLKB, limited adaptive feedback in intergovernmental coordination, and persistent socio-cultural resistance to male contraception. These constraints suggest that low male participation is shaped by both institutional design limitations and normative barriers rather than a single causal factor. The study recommends strengthening standardized yet adaptive community facilitation mechanisms, improving intergovernmental feedback systems, and integrating behavior change communication involving local leaders to support SDG 5.
The Role of Family Social Support in Restoring Social Functioning among Child Victims in Conflict with the Law
Children in conflict with the law as victims are vulnerable to psychosocial problems, including fear, shame, social withdrawal, and low self-confidence, which may impair their social functioning. This study examines forms of family social support and their contribution to restoring the social functioning of child victims in Bengkulu City, Indonesia. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed using observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. Nine informants participated, comprising three child victims, four family members, one social worker, and one psychologist. Data were analyzed through open coding, categorization, source triangulation, and thematic interpretation based on the social support dimensions of Sarafino and Smith and the social functioning indicators of the Indonesian Ministry of Social Affairs. Findings indicate that emotional support fostered feelings of safety and confidence, informational support enhanced understanding of legal processes, instrumental support facilitated access to daily needs and services, and appraisal support strengthened self-acceptance. Comprehensive family support was associated with gradual restoration of social functioning, whereas inconsistent support hindered recovery. The study contributes by identifying how specific dimensions of family social support promote family-based rehabilitation and social reintegration of child victims in Indonesia.
Analysis of Collaboration Between the Ministry of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection and the Surabaya DP3APPKB in the PUSPAGA Program
Gender equality, as articulated in Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5, remains a major policy challenge in Indonesia, including the City of Surabaya. According to the 2025 SIMFONI-PPA database, 1,319 cases of violence against women were recorded in East Java, with domestic settings accounting for the majority of incidents. This study analyzes the implementation of intergovernmental relations (IGR) between the Ministry of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection (PPPA) and the Surabaya Office of Women's Empowerment, Child Protection, Population Control, and Family Planning (DP3APPKB) through the Family Learning Center (PUSPAGA) program in addressing domestic violence and promoting gender equality. This study employed a qualitative descriptive approach based on a literature review using Wright's (1988) Intergovernmental Relations framework, which comprises five analytical dimensions: All Units of Government, Interactions Among Officials, Continuous and Cumulative Relationships, All Public Officials, and Policy Emphasis. The findings indicate that vertical intergovernmental collaboration has been institutionalized through the localization of national policies, cross-sectoral coordination mechanisms, integrated digital reporting systems, and full implementation of the allocated program budget. Nevertheless, coordination remains predominantly reactive, highlighting the need for more consistent intergovernmental communication and stronger integration of information systems to improve the effectiveness and sustainability of the PUSPAGA program.
Collaborative Governance Between Surabaya City and Blitar Regency in Regional Economic Development
This study aims to analyze the implementation of cooperation between the Surabaya City Government and the Blitar Regency Government in supporting regional economic development through a collaborative governance approach. The study employed a qualitative approach using a literature review method. Data were collected from scientific journals, books, government policies, official reports, and publications related to interregional cooperation. Data analysis applied the interactive model through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing, supported by open, axial, and selective coding techniques. The findings show that interregional collaboration has been relatively effective in strengthening food commodity distribution, developing digital-based MSMEs, and promoting cross-regional tourism. The collaboration contributed to increased distribution of agricultural and livestock products from Blitar Regency to Surabaya, including the supply of approximately 5 tons of eggs, expanded MSME market access through digital marketing, and the establishment of integrated tourism promotion. However, several challenges remain, including low digital literacy among MSME actors, limited supporting infrastructure, and disparities in regional economic capacity. This study contributes to strengthening collaborative governance studies as a strategy for regional economic connectivity based on food distribution, MSME development, and interregional tourism.
Public Data Literacy and Integrated Statistical Services: A Case Study of Badan Pusat Statistik Bengkulu Province
Data literacy has become an essential competency in the digital era, particularly in supporting evidence-based decision-making. However, public understanding and utilization of statistical data remain limited, especially at the local level. This study examines the role of Integrated Statistical Services (Pelayanan Statistik Terpadu/PST) at Badan Pusat Statistik Bengkulu Province in supporting public data literacy. A qualitative participatory approach was employed, involving internship-based community engagement through observation, service assistance, and user education activities. Data were collected through field observations and interactions with service users and were analyzed descriptively to identify patterns in user engagement and comprehension. The findings indicate that PST functions not only as a data access point but also as an informal learning space that facilitates users’ understanding of statistical information. Student involvement in service assistance contributed to more interactive communication and improved user engagement with statistical data. However, the extent of literacy improvement remains context-dependent and requires further systematic measurement. This study highlights the potential of PST as a supportive platform for enhancing public data literacy, while emphasizing the need for more structured evaluation and standardized literacy indicators in future research.
The Role of Social Services at the Payung Besurek Elderly Social Welfare Institution in Improving the Quality of Life of Older Adults
The Payung Besurek Elderly Social Welfare Institution (LKS-LU) plays a role in providing social services to improve the quality of life of older adults. This study aims to examine the role of social services in enhancing the quality of life of older adults at LKS-LU Payung Besurek. A qualitative descriptive method was employed, involving data collection, processing, and analysis to draw conclusions relevant to the research objectives. The study involved six older adults, one institutional head, and one social worker. The findings indicate that LKS-LU Payung Besurek provides various social services, including case outreach and response, service advocacy and fulfillment of basic needs for older adults, individual social care, group capacity building, strengthening family roles in elderly welfare, social rehabilitation programs (Elderly Center/Teras Lansia), and productive economic activities for older adults. The study reveals that social services play an important role in improving the quality of life of older adults. These findings are consistent with social welfare concepts emphasizing the importance of fulfilling needs and providing social support for vulnerable groups. The holistic services provided by LKS-LU Payung Besurek help older adults live better and more meaningful lives. This study is expected to serve as an evaluation and development reference for elderly social welfare institutions.
The Role of Policy Implementation in Connecting International Labor Standards and Poverty Reduction among Migrant Workers
This study examines the implementation of International Labor Standards (ILS) at the local level within the context of integrating international labor law instruments into poverty alleviation strategies for former migrant workers and other vulnerable groups in Indonesia. It highlights how international normative instruments, including the ILO Constitution and the Declaration of Philadelphia, function not only as legal frameworks but also as discursive tools that shape policy agendas and government responses. Using a qualitative approach, this study employs a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) of scientific publications published between 2015 and 2025, sourced from the Dimensions and Scopus databases. The inclusion criteria consisted of full-text journal articles in English or Indonesian that addressed local poverty alleviation and labor-related issues. The findings reveal that effective implementation of ILS depends on the harmonization of national regulations with international standards and the capacity of labor inspectorates to enforce labor protections. Evidence from regions such as Central Lombok underscores the importance of intersectoral collaboration and evidence-based policymaking to support the reintegration of former migrant workers into decent employment. The study also highlights the gap between normative commitments and policy implementation at the local level.
Examining the Effectiveness of Indonesia's Independent and Active Foreign Policy: A Systematic Literature Review and Thematic Synthesis
This study examines the effectiveness of Indonesia's foreign policy within the framework of free and active principles through a systematic literature review (SLR) approach. Unlike previous studies that tended to be partial and case-based, this study specifically conducted a thematic synthesis of empirical findings to identify patterns, indicators, and linkages between dimensions of foreign policy effectiveness. Using the PRISMA framework, this study analyzed 22 Scopus indexed scientific articles for the period 2014–2026. The results of the study show that the effectiveness of Indonesia's foreign policy is multidimensional and contextual, which is formed through the interaction between policy orientation, diplomacy instruments, and domestic factors. The main findings reveal that the lack of consistency of effectiveness indicators and institutional fragmentation are the main obstacles in policy implementation. This study contributes through conceptual aggregation that integrates empirical findings into a structured analytical framework, thus offering a clear differentiator compared to previous SLRs that are still descriptive. These findings provide implications for the development of a more systematic and evidence-based foreign policy evaluation.
Innovation of “Virtual Living Room” in Improving the Quality of Public Services at the Bengkulu Food and Drug Administration: A Case Study
This study aims to analyze the “Virtual Living Room” innovation at the Bengkulu POM Office in improving the quality of public services. The Virtual Living Room is a video conference-based consultation service that allows the public to connect directly with BPOM officers via the Zoom application without having to physically come to the office. The study uses a qualitative approach with a case study method. Data collection techniques include in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and documentation. The results of the study show that the Virtual Living Room innovation has contributed positively to improving the quality of public services, particularly in terms of ease of access, speed of response, and time efficiency. This innovation has also been expanded to the MPPs of Central Bengkulu and North Bengkulu Regencies. Challenges faced include public digital literacy, network infrastructure, and suboptimal socialization. The study recommends strengthening the capacity of officers, optimizing socialization, and developing service features to ensure the sustainability of the innovation.
Capacity Development of Social Workers in Enhancing Social Welfare Service Delivery
This study examines social workers’ capacity development in enhancing social welfare service delivery at Sentra Budi Perkasa Palembang. The study contributes to the literature by explaining the relationship between social welfare human resource development, social workers’ competencies, service quality, and welfare outcomes for beneficiaries. Unlike previous studies that primarily describe human resource development as a set of training activities, this research conceptualizes it as a continuous institutional process. A qualitative case study approach was employed. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, non-participant observation, and document analysis involving 10 purposively selected informants, including managerial staff, social workers, support personnel, and beneficiaries. Data validity was ensured through source and method triangulation as well as member checking. The findings indicate that orientation programs, training, competency certification, and further education improve social workers’ understanding of tasks, assessment skills, case management capacity, interprofessional collaboration, and adaptive service delivery. However, program effectiveness remains limited because post-training evaluation is not systematically implemented and digital competency development has not yet become a strategic institutional priority. The study concludes that capacity development should extend beyond training participation and focus on strengthening competencies, improving service quality, and enhancing beneficiaries’ social functioning.
Implementing Digital Public Services in Local Government: Evidence from Bengkulu City, Indonesia
Digital transformation has become a central agenda in public sector reform; however, empirical evidence from secondary cities in developing countries remains limited. This study examines the implementation of digital public service policies in Bengkulu City, Indonesia, and analyzes their administrative and institutional implications. Using a qualitative case study design, data were collected through in-depth interviews with six key informants representing managerial, operational, and citizen perspectives, complemented by policy document analysis and limited observation. The findings reveal that digitalization has contributed to improved procedural efficiency, reduced processing time, and enhanced service accessibility through online monitoring mechanisms. Nevertheless, implementation remains uneven due to infrastructural instability, disparities in digital literacy, and initial organizational resistance to procedural change. Rather than producing an immediate structural transformation, digital reform in this context reflects incremental institutional adaptation shaped by leadership mediation and resource constraints. The study identifies leadership commitment, human resource capacity, inter-unit coordination, and system integration as critical determinants of implementation effectiveness. By situating local administrative realities within broader national digital reform mandates, this research contributes to the growing scholarship on digital governance in emerging economies and offers policy insights for secondary cities pursuing sustainable e-government development.
Digital governance Public service reform Institutional adaptation Local government; Bengkulu Indonesia
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National Disaster Policy: Criticism of the State's Response to the Disaster in West Sumatra
The determination of national disaster status in Indonesia is frequently misconstrued as a purely technocratic decision governed by objective metrics of casualties and material loss. This article challenges that positivist assumption by analyzing the state's refusal to elevate the status of the May 2024 cold lava flood (galodo) in West Sumatra, despite catastrophic damage that exceeded regional fiscal capacities. Utilizing a Critical Policy Analysis (CPA) framework synthesized with Joel Migdal's State-in-Society theory, this study demonstrates that disaster status determination functions as a political mechanism for fiscal preservation and the management of central-regional power relations. The analysis reveals three primary policy patterns: (1) the discursive manipulation of legal definitions regarding "government paralysis" to avoid statutory obligations; (2) the deployment of "politics of survival" strategies to protect the central state budget from unlimited liability; and (3) the depoliticization of ecological causality to shield extractive political-economic interests from scrutiny. The findings indicate that the current disaster governance regime operationalizes a logic of containment that subordinates social justice to macro-political stability, effectively shifting the burden of recovery to peripheral local governments with limited resources. This article concludes that without structural reform to the legal framework specifically the objectification of disaster indicators the state will continue to perpetuate structural inequalities through discretionary exclusion
Class Position, Political Clientelism, and Opinion Formation in Brebes Regency
This study examines how class position shapes the experience and meaning of political clientelism and how these experiences form political opinion in the context of the 2024 local election in Brebes, Indonesia. It explores how different social classes interpret clientelistic practices and how these interpretations influence political attitudes. Using a qualitative case study approach, the research draws on in-depth interviews and thematic analysis of narratives from informal workers, farmers, fishers, lower middle-class citizens, and political brokers in areas where patronage is prevalent. The findings show that clientelism is not merely a transactional exchange but a socially embedded practice rooted in class-based vulnerabilities and moral relations. Labourers view political gifts as survival strategies that foster pragmatic attitudes. Farmers and fishers interpret assistance through reciprocal moral logics that generate obligation. Lower middle-class citizens express ambivalence as democratic ideals confront social pressures. Brokers personalise politics by framing assistance as care. The study concludes that political opinion in Brebes is shaped less by programmes or ideology than by classed experiences and personalised exchanges, and argues that strengthening universal social protection and institutional presence beyond election periods is essential to reduce dependence on clientelistic relations and improve local democracy
Assessing the Impact of Institutional Renaming Policies on State Asset Administration: Evidence from the Directorate General of Higher Education, Indonesia
Institutional nomenclature changes within government ministries are part of broader bureaucratic reforms aimed at improving organizational effectiveness and policy coordination. However, such structural adjustments often generate administrative consequences at the operational level. This study aims to evaluate the impact of institutional renaming policies on the administration of State-Owned Assets (Barang Milik Negara/BMN) at the Secretariat of the Directorate General of Higher Education, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology, Indonesia. The study focuses on asset recording and the legal status of asset utilization following the institutional transition.This research employs a qualitative case study approach, with data collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and document analysis during the transition period. Data were analyzed using a descriptive-analytical approach based on the policy evaluation framework of Charles O. Jones, emphasizing policy substance, implementation, and outcomes.The findings indicate that nomenclature changes have had significant administrative impacts, including delays in asset recording, postponement of asset disposal processes, reduced data accuracy, and legal uncertainty regarding asset utilization. These issues are exacerbated by rigid bureaucratic procedures, limited inter-unit coordination, and insufficient human resource capacity. Consequently, a gap emerges between administrative records and the actual physical condition of assets, potentially affecting the accountability of public financial reporting.
EFEKTIVITAS KLAIM PESERTA JAMINAN HARI TUA (JHT) DI BADAN PENYELENGGARA JAMINAN SOSIAL (BPJS) KETENAGAKERJAAN KANTOR CABANG BENGKULU
Layanan klaim Program Jaminan Hari Tua (JHT) merupakan salah satu layanan utama BPJS Ketenagakerjaan yang memberikan manfaat tunai kepada peserta yang memasuki usia pensiun, mengalami cacat total tetap, atau meninggal dunia. Meskipun program JHT berperan penting dalam perlindungan finansial pekerja, masih banyak pekerja di Kota Bengkulu yang belum tercakup sebagai peserta. Selain itu, jumlah pengajuan klaim JHT menunjukkan penurunan dalam beberapa tahun terakhir, yang mengindikasikan adanya permasalahan dalam efektivitas layanan klaim. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis efektivitas layanan klaim JHT di Kantor BPJS Ketenagakerjaan Cabang Bengkulu. Penelitian ini menggunakan teori efektivitas layanan Borril CS et al. (2001) yang meliputi empat indikator, yaitu ketersediaan, aksesibilitas, keterjangkauan, dan akseptabilitas. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah deskriptif kualitatif dengan teknik pengumpulan data melalui observasi, wawancara mendalam, dan dokumentasi terhadap petugas layanan dan peserta JHT. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa efektivitas layanan klaim JHT belum optimal. Keterbatasan sumber daya manusia, kendala akses layanan terutama bagi peserta lanjut usia, adanya biaya tidak langsung, serta keterlambatan layanan dan kurangnya kejelasan informasi menjadi faktor utama yang memengaruhi rendahnya efektivitas layanan klaim JHT.
Kata Kunci : BPJS Ketenagakerjaan, Jaminan Hari Tua (JHT), Klaim
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Soybean Imports and the Construction of Global Dependence in Indonesia's Food System
Indonesia's dependence on soybean imports, which accounts for 70–75% of national demand, cannot be understood solely as a technical failure of agriculture, but rather as a social construct resulting from an unequal global political economy. This article analyzes how the discourse of development, trade liberalization since the 1990s, and the dominance of multinational corporate oligopolies have institutionalized dependence as a “practical inevitability” that normalizes Indonesia's subordination in the global food system. Unlike the technocratic approach that dominated previous literature, this study integrates a constructivist perspective with new dependency theory to unravel the asymmetrical power relations hidden behind narratives of comparative efficiency and market integration. The main novelty lies in proving that food dependency is not the result of rational economic calculations, but rather a discursive product reinforced by state policies, the WTO trade regime, and corporate control over the global value chain. Findings show that domestic policies biased towards rice, the absence of producer price protection, and permissive imports create a self-reinforcing cycle of dependency. The transformation towards food sovereignty requires breaking the structure of dependency through agrarian reform, strengthening local production, and repositioning the paradigm from global market integration towards development based on food sovereignty.
ADAPTIVE LOCAL GOVERNANCE DALAM PENGELOLAAN RISIKO BANJIR DI KAWASAN GAMBUT TUMBANG NUSA KALIMANTAN TENGAH
This study examines the implementation of adaptive local governance in flood-risk management using a qualitative case-study approach through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and document analysis involving 28 informants. The findings indicate that adaptive governance in Tumbang Nusa is characterized by Indigenous community participation, multi-stakeholder collaboration, social learning, and institutional flexibility. The novelty of this research lies in the construction of a hybrid governance model that integrates Dayak traditional ecological knowledge-such as the Pali system, Belum Bahadat, and Mamapas Lewu—with modern risk-management systems through mechanisms of knowledge co-production. Key challenges include limited technical capacity, competing interests between economic and ecological actors, and policy inconsistencies across government levels. The theoretical contribution of this study is the enhancement of the adaptive governance concept by embedding local wisdom within the context of tropical peat ecosystems. Strategic recommendations include strengthening local capacity, improving cross-sector coordination, formalizing customary institutions within governance structures, and developing community-based adaptive monitoring systems.
Adaptive governance, local governance, flood-risk management, peatland, Indigenous knowledge.
STRATEGI CAPACITY BUILDING DALAM MENINGKATKAN KINERJA SDM PERENCANA DI BADAN KESATUAN BANGSA DAN POLITIK PROVINSI KALIMANTAN TENGAH
This study analyzes capacity-building strategies to enhance the performance of planning personnel at the Central Kalimantan Provincial Agency for National Unity and Political Affairs. For non-technical public organizations with limited resources, it remains unclear how capacity-building approaches can be adapted to support digital transformation demands. This qualitative case study was conducted over six months through in-depth interviews with seven informants, participatory observation, and document review. Data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman interactive model. The findings reveal a gap between implemented strategies and organizational needs: current initiatives emphasize individual competency development through small-scale formal training and online learning with low participation, while organizational capacity elements such as knowledge management systems and structured collaborative learning forums remain underdeveloped. The study demonstrates that non-technical public organizations require low-cost, high-impact approaches grounded in internal collaborative learning to maximize limited human resource development investments.
Capacity building, planning personnel, SWOT, collaborative learning, public organizations.
Improving Village Bookkeeping and Accountability Report (SPJ) Competence through Local Government Initiatives in Kaur District
This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of the training conducted by the Regional Inspectorate of Kaur District in improving the competence of village officials in financial management, particularly in bookkeeping and the preparation of the Accountability Report (SPJ). The method used is a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and document analysis. The research informants consisted of 12 village officials, village heads, and officials from the Regional Inspectorate of Kaur District. The results show that although training has been conducted, many village officials still struggle to understand and implement the procedures for bookkeeping and preparing SPJ according to the applicable standards. The training, which is more theoretical and lacks practical involvement, is one of the factors causing these difficulties. The findings also revealed that many villages still use manual systems for financial recording, which risks creating discrepancies in financial reports. This study recommends that the training for village officials be more practice-based and encourages the adoption of information technology in village financial management to improve transparency and accountability. More practical training is expected to enhance the competence of village officials in accountable and efficient financial management.
PERMASALAHAN MANAJAMEN PADA BUMN STUDI KASUS PT GARUDA INDONESIA (PERSERO) TBK
Penelitian ini membahas kesesuaian strategi manajemen sumber daya manusia (SDM) dengan strategi bisnis pada PT Garuda Indonesia (Persero) Tbk menggunakan pendekatan strategic fit. Dalam menghadapi dinamika industri penerbangan yang semakin kompetitif, Garuda Indonesia perlu memastikan bahwa strategi bisnis sejalan dengan strategi pengelolaan SDM. Studi kasus menunjukkan bahwa perusahaan telah menerapkan manajemen SDM berbasis kompetensi, peningkatan layanan pelanggan, dan penguatan budaya organisasi untuk mendukung strategi bisnis berbasis diferensiasi layanan. Analisis kerangka manajemen strategik menyoroti kekuatan perusahaan pada kualitas layanan dan profesionalitas SDM, namun juga mengidentifikasi kelemahan pada efisiensi operasional dan manajemen keuangan. Oleh karena itu, perbaikan diperlukan dalam integrasi strategi SDM dengan strategi bisnis, terutama pada pelatihan berkelanjutan, optimalisasi teknologi, dan penerapan manajemen kinerja yang adaptif. Hasil kajian menegaskan bahwa keberhasilan strategi bisnis Garuda Indonesia sangat bergantung pada kemampuan perusahaan mengelola SDM secara tepat untuk menghadapi tantangan global dan meningkatkan daya saing.
Strategic fit; manajemen sumber daya manusia; strategi bisnis; Garuda Indonesia; daya saing perusahaan
ADMINISTRASI PERTANAHAN DAN PENYELESAIAN SENGKETA DI BENGKULU: ANALISIS KEBIJAKAN DAN SOLUSI
Permasalahan pertanahan di Bengkulu tetap menjadi isu kompleks yang mencakup aspek administrasi, hukum, dan sosial. Konflik tanah adat dengan hak guna usaha (HGU) perkebunan dan pertambangan, tumpang tindih sertifikat akibat lemahnya basis data pertanahan, serta sengketa lahan antara masyarakat dengan pemerintah atau pihak swasta menunjukkan masih rapuhnya tata kelola pertanahan. Minimnya literasi hukum di kalangan masyarakat juga memperburuk penyelesaian konflik. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif berbasis kajian literatur terkini dan data berita untuk menganalisis dinamika permasalahan pertanahan di Bengkulu. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penyelesaian sengketa pertanahan memerlukan penguatan administrasi melalui digitalisasi data, penegakan hukum yang konsisten, serta peningkatan literasi hukum masyarakat. Rekomendasi solusi meliputi penyusunan kebijakan pertanahan partisipatif, integrasi data pertanahan secara nasional, dan penyuluhan hukum secara berkelanjutan. Implementasi langkah-langkah tersebut diharapkan dapat meminimalisasi konflik agraria dan menciptakan pengelolaan tanah yang lebih adil serta berkelanjutan.
Administrasi pertanahan; Sengketa tanah; Hak guna usaha; Konflik agraria; Bengkulu; Solusi kebijakan
TANTANGAN DAN STRATEGI IMPLEMENTASI LAYANAN SKCK ONLINE DI POLRES BENGKULU UTARA
The digitalization of public services is an essential component of bureaucratic reform aimed at improving efficiency, transparency, and accessibility for citizens. One of its implementations is the Online Police Clearance Certificate (SKCK) service, which has been introduced since 2018 at the North Bengkulu Police Resort (Polres Bengkulu Utara). This study aims to analyze the influence of assertive communication and active listening on marital relationship quality through enhanced emotional awareness and behavioral change. A qualitative case study approach was employed involving 8 informants-six married couples who had attended interpersonal communication training. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and analyzed using thematic analysis. The results indicate that assertive communication improves couples’ ability to express feelings and needs honestly without creating conflict, while active listening strengthens empathy, enhances mutual understanding, and fosters emotional intimacy. The combination of these skills contributes to healthier, more open, and respectful communication patterns. However, the study identified challenges such as persistent communication habits, resistance to change, and difficulty managing negative emotions. Future research is recommended to assess the long-term effectiveness of assertive communication training and to explore cultural factors influencing communication patterns in marital relationships.
Public services, digitization, online SKCK, policy implementation