Indonesia
As part of the ongoing transition to democracy, Indonesia’s government has worked to create an inclusive society that respects the rights of women and girls, ethnic minorities, cultures, and the poor. Important new policies have been put in place, and vibrant civil society movements are striving to uphold these hard-won reforms.
Today, Indonesia’s democracy is at a crossroads. Despite high rates of economic growth, inequality has increased and marginalized groups continue to be vulnerable. Corruption and intolerance are hampering the country’s progress in fighting inequality and building a society that values diversity. Indonesia’s future depends on the effective implementation of reform. Without it, new policies can do little to address deep-seated inequality—the country’s abundant natural resources will not be used for the benefit of all and groups that have traditionally been excluded from decision making and access to economic opportunities will continue to be left out.
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A Path to Justice: The Ford Foundation’s Commitment to an Energy Transition in Indonesia
The shift away from coal is just one story playing out against the backdrop of a broader emerging energy change in Indonesia—and it is powered by the Indonesian Just Energy Transition Partnership program (JETP).
The Cultural Leaders Protecting Civic Space Worldwide
Meet the artists and organizations of Ford’s Creativity and Civic Space initiative, which addresses the importance of protecting and expanding civic space around the world. The initiative provides support to nine artists working to create open spaces and dialogues about the issues that affect their communities most.
Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities Must Lead the Way to a Just Energy Transition
As leaders from government and the private sector convene for COP28 to find new frameworks for climate finance and a just energy transition, local and Indigenous voices must be front and center. And there must be a verifiable commitment to respect and protect their rights
Let’s Invest in Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities
In Indonesia and around the world, indigenous peoples and local communities (IP and LC) are on the front lines of the fight to save our planet.
Representing millions of Indigenous Peoples and local communities, Indonesian organizations join movement to deliver funds directly to traditional communities worldwide
‘World’s largest private economic sector,’ communities on the ground combat threats to food security and tropical forests, but boosting their role requires secure tenure, investments in homegrown solutions
Urgensi Alokasi Dana Masyarakat Adat dan Komunitas Lokal
Dana langsung untuk masyarakat adat dan komunitas lokal dapat menjadi solusi perlindungan keanekaragaman hayati.
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