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This study aims to analyze the factors contributing to the success of e-government implementation through the Wargaku application as a digital-based public service innovation in the city of Surabaya. The Wargaku application is designed to facilitate the community in submitting complaints, aspirations, and service needs in a faster, more efficient, and transparent manner. This study employs a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques including observation, interviews, and documentation. Analysis is conducted using an interactive model. The results of the study indicate that the success of the Wargaku application in supporting public complaint services is determined by five key factors: information and data, information technology, organizational and managerial aspects, legal and policy frameworks, and institutional or environmental factors. These five factors are interrelated in forming an effective and adaptive digital-based public service system. Although the application has achieved significant results with a complaint resolution rate above 90%, challenges remain, such as limited access for iOS users, technical system constraints, and the need to improve public digital literacy. This study recommends strengthening technological infrastructure, expanding cross-device accessibility, and enhancing user capacity as strategic steps to support the sustainability of local e-government.

Policy implementation is an effort to realize objectives through operational programs. The Village Government of Siwalan implemented the Village Information System Program (OpenSID) as part of the digital transformation initiated by the Gresik Regency Government under Regent Regulation No. 38 of 2023. This study aims to describe the implementation of OpenSID in Siwalan Village using a descriptive qualitative approach. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation, and analyzed using George C. Edward III’s policy implementation model, which includes communication, resources, disposition, and bureaucratic structure. The findings indicate several challenges in implementation, particularly in communication, limited human and financial resources, lack of incentives, and the absence of standard operating procedures (SOPs). The study recommends improving communication strategies, developing SOPs, strengthening human resource capacity, providing incentives, and upgrading to the premium version of OpenSID.  

The exploitation of street children is a complex social problem in Indonesia, especially in large cities. Children living on the streets are highly vulnerable to exploitation. Although the government has regulated child protection through Law No. 35 of 2014 as a revision of Law No. 23 of 2002, the implementation of these protections has not been optimal in practice. This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Child Protection Law in addressing the exploitation of street children, identify obstacles in its implementation, and evaluate the suitability of legal norms with their practices. This study uses a normative legal method with a descriptive qualitative approach, based on an analysis of legal documents, scientific literature, and relevant data. The results of the study show that the implementation of child protection still faces many obstacles, such as a lack of supporting facilities, poor coordination between institutions, a lack of education for the community, and weak law enforcement. In addition, there is still a gap between ideal legal provisions and practices in the field. In conclusion, child protection is not sufficient with regulations alone but also requires integrated, sustainable, and participatory implementation so that Indonesian children, especially street children, can live safely, be protected, and develop optimally.

The Merdeka Curriculum is an educational policy innovation launched by the Minister of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology in 2022 in response to the need for more flexible, contextual, and student-centered learning. Its implementation at the elementary school level involves various parties, especially teachers and principals, in designing and implementing learning that adjusts to the characteristics and potential of students. Curriculum planning is focused on the preparation of individual learning, competency mapping, and the use of contextual teaching modules. Meanwhile, the implementation of the Independent Curriculum includes strengthening intracurricular learning and projects to strengthen the Pancasila Student Profile (P5), formative assessments, and collaboration between teachers. However, in its implementation, teachers face various challenges, such as limited facilities, difficulties in using digital platforms, and not yet optimal understanding of the concept of the new curriculum. Principal training, collaboration, and leadership support are important factors in overcoming these barriers. This article reviews in depth the aspects of planning, implementing, and evaluating the Independent Curriculum at the elementary school level as well as optimization efforts that can be carried out in improving the quality of education in Indonesia.

This article discusses the challenges of implementing the Merdeka Learning Curriculum in mathematics education at secondary schools. The study aims to identify the obstacles faced by educators in applying this curriculum, including teacher readiness, infrastructure, and project-based learning methods. Through literature review, it was found that many teachers struggle to understand the new curriculum concepts and access digital learning platforms. Additionally, limitations in facilities and government policies deemed overly prescriptive also pose significant hurdles. Nevertheless, the Merdeka Curriculum offers opportunities to enhance educational quality through a more flexible approach. This research provides recommendations for evaluation and increased training for teachers to support more effective implementation. The findings are expected to serve as a reference for educators and policymakers in optimizing the application of the Merdeka Curriculum in Indonesia.

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are the drivers of the Indonesian economy that have great potential to improve the economy and community welfare. The development of MSMEs, which has so far taken the form of training, technical guidance and entrepreneurship workshops attended by ASIPA members and general MSMEs in the ASIPA Community of South Tangerang City, has had a positive effect on several actors, although not all of them have been able to implement what has been given during the training. This research aims to discuss how the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Development Policy is implemented in the ASIPA South Tangerang Community, using a qualitative approach with descriptive methods. This research analysis uses the theory put forward by Edward III (1980) with four indicators, namely: (1) Communication, (2) Resources, (3) Disposition, (4) Bureaucratic Structure. The data analyzed is the result of interviews, observations and documentation in the ASIPA South Tangerang Community. The results of research on the Implementation of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Development Policy in the South Tangerang ASIPA Community from four indicators are that (1) Lack of understanding in promotion to improve the business of MSME actors (2) In providing services, guidance and security for MSME actors in terms of quality, there are still administrators and members who lack competence. Apart from that, in terms of quantity, the number of administrators and members is still minimal to carry out improvement activities in innovation (3) There is still a lack of facilities and training activities as well as proposals for security equipment and others, not all of which can be fulfilled because limited budget resources (4) The administrators and members have carried out their duties in accordance with the SOP that has been regulated, however the performance of the administrators and members has not been optimal because there are still administrators and members who carry out concurrent work in other fields.    

The implementation of digital citizenship in public policy in developing countries still faces various challenges. Therefore, a comprehensive strategy is needed, including improving digital access, digital literacy education, and supportive regulations for active and responsible citizen engagement. This study provides insights for policymakers in designing more inclusive regulations to strengthen citizen participation in the digital era. In the research on the Application of Digital Citizenship Principles in Public Policy: Case Study of Developing Countries, the methods used refer to the approaches that have been used in the journals in the bibliography.  

This study aims to analyze the legal protection for insurance customers in the settlement of policy claims at PT Asuransi Bumi Putera, with reference to Law No. 8 of 1999 concerning Consumer Protection. The main problem faced by customers is the delay in payment of claims, which is contrary to the main purpose of insurance to compensate for losses experienced by customers. Based on available data, many claims have not been paid, indicating the non-compliance of insurance companies with their obligations. This research examines the forms of legal protection regulated in the Consumer Protection Law, particularly regarding the customer's right to obtain clear information, compensation, and dispute resolution. In addition, this study also highlights the preventive and repressive aspects of legal protection, where preventive protection aims to prevent disputes from occurring, while repressive protection provides legal avenues for aggrieved customers to obtain compensation. While the law has provided a clear basis of protection, consistent implementation and enforcement are still needed to ensure customer rights are fulfilled. This research is expected to contribute to improving legal protection for insurance customers in Indonesia, as well as encouraging insurance companies to fulfill their obligations in a timely manner in accordance with applicable regulations.

This study aims to analyze the availability of data centers and regional promotion needs in supporting e-government implementation through the Family Information System Application (SIGA) at BKKBN Gorontalo Province. It also assesses how SIGA and its integrated dialog features contribute to public services. The findings indicate that data input in SIGA has reached 100%, covering family planning services, field supervision, and families at risk of stunting, both in monthly and annual reports. However, this completeness does not fully reflect field realities, particularly regarding youth groups outside formal education who remain underdocumented. Despite this, SIGA data has become a reference for regional health information policy development. Overall, SIGA has improved public service efficiency through fast, accurate, and timely data delivery. Yet, the system remains limited in providing interactive, two-way communication between government and citizens. This study recommends enhancing SIGA’s dialog function and engaging underrepresented community groups to support inclusive and responsive public services.

This study analyzes the readiness for digital transformation at the North Sumatra Department of Population and Civil Registration (Dispendukcapil), which faces several challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, limited human resource competencies, and suboptimal internal policies. The findings indicate that infrastructure development, skill enhancement for human resources, and effective digital service integration can improve public service quality and increase public trust. Furthermore, national policy support and collaboration with external parties can accelerate the digital transformation process. Recommendations include sufficient budget allocation, regular training, the development of comprehensive standard operating procedures (SOPs), and periodic evaluations to identify and address implementation challenges. By implementing these measures, Dispendukcapil North Sumatra is expected to achieve a more efficient, transparent, and reliable digital-based public service system.

The number of layoffs during Covid-19 due to the presence of the Large-Scale Social Restrictions (PSBB) policy not only has an impact on the health sector, but also has a wide impact on social and economic coverage, especially in the formal and informal employment sector. One of the main problems that arises is the increasing cases of Termination of Employment (PHK) which causes economic uncertainty for workers and their families. The researcher is encouraged to conduct an in-depth analysis of this condition after the enactment of the Job Creation Law, especially in the perspective of fulfilling the rights of workers affected by the pandemic. This study uses a normative legal research method with a legal legal approach, focusing on the employment aspect. Data was obtained through literature studies which included primary sources in the form of laws and regulations, as well as secondary sources in the form of literature, journals, scientific articles, and relevant court decisions. The results of the study show that there are still differences in implementation in fulfilling the rights of workers who have been laid off during the pandemic. Based on the decisions analyzed, it was found that there are still cases where workers do not get their rights in full, either related to severance pay, service award money, or other compensation money that should be guaranteed by law. These findings indicate that the role of judges in deciding layoff cases is very important to ensure maximum justice and protection for workers. Therefore, the author recommends that judges in deciding cases related to layoffs be guided by the principles of labor law, the principles of social justice, and applicable laws and regulations.

This study aims to analyze the role of the Quick Response Code Indonesian Standard (QRIS) as a key driver in the development of Financial Technology (Fintech) that contributes to increasing financial inclusion in Indonesia. Using qualitative methods through a descriptive approach, this study focuses on exploring and understanding phenomena related to QRIS implementation and its impact on the national digital financial ecosystem. Research data was obtained through literature studies from various relevant primary and secondary sources, thus providing a strong theoretical and practical foundation. The results show that QRIS functions as a link between cross-platform digital payment ecosystems, enabling interconnection between service providers, and facilitating non-cash transaction processes in a faster, safer, and more efficient manner. Furthermore, QRIS not only supports the development of financial technology in urban areas but also expands the reach of digital financial services to remote areas that were previously difficult to access by conventional banking services. Thus, QRIS plays a significant role in encouraging public participation in the formal financial system and helping achieve the national financial inclusion targets set by the government. This study concludes that QRIS is a strategic instrument in strengthening the foundation of Indonesia's digital economic transformation. Increasing financial inclusion not only impacts equitable access to financial services but also contributes to more inclusive and sustainable economic growth. These findings illustrate that QRIS is a technological policy innovation with strategic value, not only as a transaction tool but also as a driving force for digital financial integration in the era of national economic transformation. QRIS is a strategic tool in realizing national financial inclusion targets and supporting the vision of transformation towards Indonesia's digital economy.

This study aims to analyze and identify the position, types, and ideal concept of curriculum within the educational system, particularly in the context of Indonesia's national education. The curriculum is regarded as the core of the educational system as it serves as the foundation for lesson planning, educational goal setting, material selection, and ensuring equitable access to quality education. The role of the curriculum in education carries strategic functions, including serving as a guide for teachers, a reference for evaluating the learning process, and a framework for developing students' holistic and sustainable competencies. The types of curriculumare classified based on orientation (traditional to modern), value systems (from humanistic to reconstructionist), and modes of implementation (theoretical or practical). This study employs a qualitative approach through literature review, drawing on educational books, peer-reviewed journal articles, and government policy documents. In the Indonesian context, the evolution of the curriculum from 1947 to 2023 reflects socio-political dynamics and shifts in global educational paradigms. The latest curriculum reform, known as Kurikulum Merdeka, represents an effort toward modernization and responsiveness to contemporary needs, emphasizing differentiated learning, character building, and flexibility in developing students' potential. The ideal curriculum concept proposed in this study is one that integrates academic, humanistic, technological, and social reconstruction approaches to create relevant, participatory, and meaningful learning experiences for students in addressing the challenges of the 21st century.

As a major contributor to GDP and job creation, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) play an important role in the Indonesian economy. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the extent to which MSME business actors are able to support tax compliance while maintaining their business continuity through the implementation of the Income Tax (PPh) Article 23 policy. in the form of services, rent, profits, interest, and royalties are subject to PPh Article 23 tax. The implementation of the Income Tax Article 23 policy using taxation theory, public policy theory, tax law theory, and public management theory, this study uses a descriptive analysis methodology. The impact of the implementation of this tax on the financial and administrative aspects of MSMEs is examined, as well as the efficiency of the tax deduction system in increasing tax compliance. The results of the study, the application of a final rate of 0.5% based on PP No. 23 of 2018 and the supporting deduction / collection method in the PPh Article 23 policy, help ease the tax burden for MSMEs. The source deduction scheme has succeeded in increasing state revenues and ensuring tax compliance. There are still issues regarding the effectiveness of this policy, especially related to administrative compliance, such as processing certification, which is required to obtain a lower final rate. The main obstacles are literacy among MSMEs, lack of knowledge about the tax administration process, and the possibility of double taxation for MSMEs that do not have certificates are the main challenges noted. have not utilized the available incentives optimally due to lack of awareness and familiarity with the policy. This study concludes that in order to increase the effectiveness of the Income Tax Article 23 policy for MSMEs, significant efforts need to be made, such as tax education, simplification of administration, and strengthening supervision. The suggestion that can be given is that this policy can provide the greatest benefits for the growth and sustainability of MSME businesses which are the foundation of the national economy.  

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of criminal law policies in efforts to eradicate narcotics networks in Indonesia during the 2015-2024 period. The drug problem continues to be a serious threat to national resilience, with increasingly organized crime patterns and utilizing sophisticated technology. This research uses a juridical-empirical approach with a qualitative research method to analyze the implementation of criminal law policies towards eradicating drug networks. Data was obtained through literature study and in-depth interviews with stakeholders in the field of drug law enforcement. The results show that criminal law policy in Indonesia still faces various challenges, including inconsistencies in the application of penalties, limited coordination between institutions, and problems in implementing rehabilitation programs. Factors affecting policy effectiveness include aspects of legislation, law enforcement, public awareness, and international cooperation. This research recommends comprehensive policy reform, increasing the capacity of law enforcement officials, strengthening the rehabilitation system, and optimizing regional and international cooperation in combating drug networks

This study discusses the phenomenon of increasing corruption cases in Indonesia, which is caused by the lack of effective criminal penalties. Although Law No. 20/2001 concerning the Eradication of Corruption regulates the threat of the death penalty for perpetrators of corruption, in practice it has never been implemented. This study uses the approach of the law enforcement system theory and the theory of punishment, with normative legal methods and literature studies. The results show that the difficulty of implementing the death penalty in corruption cases in Indonesia is caused by the pros and cons and rejection from the community and law enforcement. This finding indicates the importance of reforming the death penalty policy for perpetrators of corruption to provide a deterrent effect and prevent similar cases in the future. Therefore, this study recommends improving the law enforcement system and more effective anti-corruption policies.

The incentive program for Al-Qur'an Education Park (TPQ) teachers in Batam City is part of a regional policy aimed at supporting the role and function of Al-Qur'an teachers in fulfilling Al-Qur'an literacy certification and basic religious understanding for elementary and secondary school students. This program has been implemented since 2009 and has experienced a gradual increase in incentive values until 2024. However, in Nongsa District, the implementation of this program still faces several obstacles. Identified problems include delays in fund distribution, inaccurate data verification, and inaccurate targeting of incentive recipients. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of the incentive program managed by the Al-Qur'an Teacher Consultative Body (BMGQ) of Nongsa District by the Batam City Government. The research method used is qualitative, with data collection techniques through in-depth interviews, documentation, and observation. The results show that this program has had a positive impact, especially in increasing teachers' teaching enthusiasm, helping their economy, and maintaining the sustainability of Al-Qur'an education in the region. However, the effectiveness of program implementation is not yet optimal. Obstacles identified include a lack of publicity regarding the program's objectives to the community and beneficiaries, limited incentive recipient quotas, the lack of a real-time data monitoring system, and delays in the document signing process (amprah), which has delayed incentive disbursement. Therefore, ongoing evaluation by the local government and the BMGQ (Regional Teachers' Association) is necessary to ensure that incentive distribution is more targeted, equitable, and in line with the program's initial objectives, so that all TPQ teachers in Nongsa District can experience maximum benefits.

Pancasila learning at the elementary school level has a strategic role in forming the ethical and moral foundations of the younger generation from an early age. This article aims to analyze the influence of Pancasila learning on the formation of ethical and moral character of elementary school students with a descriptive qualitative approach. Data were obtained through classroom observations, interviews with teachers, and documentation studies in several elementary schools in urban and rural areas. The results of the study indicate that Pancasila learning that is implemented consistently and contextually can foster an attitude of tolerance, responsibility, mutual cooperation, and a sense of love for the homeland in students. Pancasila values ​​conveyed through a thematic approach and based on real experiences have proven to be more effective in forming positive student behavior in the school environment and at home. However, challenges remain, such as the lack of teacher understanding of effective learning methods and low support from the environment outside of school. Therefore, there needs to be continuous teacher training and synergy between schools, families, and communities so that Pancasila learning can function optimally in forming children's character. In conclusion, Pancasila learning has a significant influence on the formation of ethics and morals of elementary school students, but the success of its implementation is highly dependent on the method, consistency, and support from various parties. This article is expected to be a reference for educators and policy makers in designing a more adaptive and applicable value curriculum.

Manipulation of public data in criminal policy is a strategic practice that selects and frames information to cover up institutional violations, and legitimizes repressive policies that ignore the principle of justice. Unfortunately, the development of communication technology has accelerated the circulation of information, leading to the birth of repressive policies based on popularity and distorted narratives. This study uses a qualitative research method with a conceptual approach. The data collection method was collected using library research, then analyzed using qualitative methods and presented descriptively. The results of the study indicate that manipulation of public data in criminal policy shifts the orientation of policy from fact-based rationality to biased emotional responses, so that it not only widens inequality and creates selective law enforcement, but also damages institutional legitimacy and erodes public trust in the criminal justice system. A transformative mitigation strategy is needed institutionally and culturally, through the implementation of comprehensive transparency in the entire data management cycle, strict and enforceable regulations, increasing public data literacy as a bulwark against misleading narratives, and the ethical use of digital technology, in order to return policy to a basis of evidence that is fair, accountable, and relevant to the social complexity faced.

This study examines the role of local governments in strengthening religious education through the policy of exempting Education Development Contributions (SPP) in the era of regional autonomy. The free tuition policy is one of the local government's strategic efforts to increase access and equity in religious education, especially for the underprivileged. Using a qualitative approach, this study analyzes policy implementation, obstacles faced, and the impact of policies on the quality and equity of religious education in religious education units. The results of the study show that local governments play the role of regulators and facilitators by providing supportive budgets and regulations, thereby encouraging an increase in student participation and the quality of religious education. However, challenges in data validation and budget management still need to be overcome for more optimal policy effectiveness. This study emphasizes the importance of synergy between local governments and communities in developing inclusive and sustainable religious education in the era of decentralization.