EXAMINING SOCIAL POLICIES IN INDONESIA FROM SUHARTO TO JOKOWI

Abstract

Poverty remains a critical global issue, notably in Southeast Asia and various countries worldwide, generating substantial efforts for innovation and welfare improvement, as observed in Indonesia. The current community development paradigm stresses the importance of collective efforts between the government and the community, recognizing poverty's multifaceted impact on health, income, community structures, and access to assets. The study delves into the intricate landscape of poverty, a pervasive challenge both nationally and in Makassar City. The research aims to uncover extensive insights into the effectiveness and relevance of these policies in alleviating poverty. It uses qualitative research methods (observation methods, interviews, searching for data) with informants 7 recipients of policy assistance, 1 informant from Tamalanrea Jaya's Program Facilitator/Social Worker, and 2 informants from civil servants of the Tama Lana Jaya Sub-District. The results show that the implementation of social policies aimed at reducing the poverty rate has shown positive outcomes, particularly when beneficiaries receive assistance in the form of financial support, essential food items like rice, milk, and eggs, contributing to an enhancement in the quality of life and overall welfare of the impoverished. Additionally, issues such as dependence on government assistance, redundancy in policy cards, and the impact of high birth rates on program eligibility underscore the complexity of poverty-related challenges in the city.