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A Conversation with Dr. Suhariyanto, Indonesia’s Chief Statistician
As the BPS-Statistics Indonesia made history with the first online and combined-method population census in the country, we recently talked to Dr. Suhariyanto, the BPS Chief Statistician, online.... Read more
BPS Introduces Innovative Approach to Population Census
The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted numerous plans and projects. The 2020 population census is not an exception. However, it must go on despite numerous challenges. “We are only left with 25... Read more
Addressing Older Persons Vulnerability during the COVID-19 Pandemic
One in nine persons in the world is aged 60 years or over. This number is projected to increase to one in five persons by 2050, demonstrating that population ageing is a global phenomenon that we can... Read more
Indonesia Continues Commitment to Universal Access to Family Planning Services
Indonesia has been globally recognized as one of the pioneers in family planning for its success in slowing down the rate of population growth. In turn, it has changed social norms, empowered women,... Read more
Syahruni: A reproductive health hero in disaster response
“Umm, I don’t know… We have been provided with vitamins. As for the rest, we get it all under control so far…” Syahruni has a hard time naming the support she needs to do her job as the Coordinator... Read more
Community of Practice: a support system for young content creators
“Nothing for youth without youth” is a statement that rings true in all contexts, including in the current COVID-19 pandemic. In this time of heightened public health risks, young people as digital... Read more
Indonesia One Disaster Data ensures better coordination during humanitarian crises
“Indonesia is prone to disasters. Therefore, it is necessary to have a disaster statistics framework, which can be used as a good reference for the government as a basis for policy making related to... Read more
Reaching domestic violence survivors amid the pandemic
Jakarta, 5 June 2020 “For many women and girls, the threat looms largest where they should be safest. In their own homes. And so I make a new appeal today for peace at home — and in homes — around... Read more
Prioritizing youth needs in national COVID-19 response
Jakarta, 10 June 2020 Ninety percent of young people in Indonesia feel anxious during the COVID-19 pandemic, with social distancing measures forcing schools and workplaces to close. This is one of... Read more
Private midwifery practice provides sense of safety and comfort to expecting mothers during COVID-19
Jakarta, 5 May 2020 "I feel safer to go to a midwife than to go to a hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic. The midwife is caring with thoughfulness. The midwife clinic is also clean and comfortable... Read more