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Gendered Power in Green Economy Practices in Aceh, Indonesia Hajad, Vellayati; Ikhsan, Ikhsan; Herizal, Herizal
Jurnal Antropologi: Isu-Isu Sosial Budaya Vol 27 No 2 (2025): December
Publisher : Universitas Andalas

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25077/jantro.v27.n2.p236-248.2025

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Climate change and environmental degradation have led Indonesia to implement green economy policies to harmonise economic growth with ecological sustainability and social justice. However, gender mainstreaming remains peripheral within these policy frameworks, especially in regions like Aceh, where Islamic-patriarchal values strongly influence governance and public participation. This study explores how cultural values shape gender dimensions in green economy initiatives in Aceh Province. Using Mary Douglas’ Cultural Theory, extended by Michael Thompson and Steve Rayner, the research analyses how distinct cultural orientations—hierarchical, individualist, egalitarian, and fatalist—affect gender inclusion in environmental policy-making. A qualitative case study approach was employed, drawing on purposive interviews with women activists, government officials, civil society leaders, academics, customary figures, and women involved in agriculture and green entrepreneurship. Thematic analysis, supported by NVivo 12 Plus, was used to uncover dominant cultural narratives, structural barriers, and forms of resistance in gender and environmental governance. Findings indicate that hierarchical cultural norms, reinforced by religious and customary structures, limit women’s roles to supportive rather than strategic functions in policy processes. Nonetheless, egalitarian ideas and transnational feminist movements create space for women’s agency through environmental activism and entrepreneurship. The study underscores the need for gender-responsive and culturally rooted strategies to support a just green transition in Indonesia
Optimising Child-Friendly Districts: Overcoming Challenges in West Aceh Regency Hildhah, Fitriah; Hajad, Vellayati; Herizal; Ikhsan; Setyaningsih, Distya
Soshum: Jurnal Sosial dan Humaniora Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): November 2025
Publisher : Unit Publikasi Ilmiah, P3M, Politeknik Negeri Bali

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31940/soshum.v15i3.203-212

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This study evaluates the role of the Women's Empowerment, Child Protection, and Family Planning Service in implementing the Child-Friendly Areas concept in West Aceh Regency, as mandated by the West Aceh Regent Regulation Number 40 of 2018. Using a descriptive qualitative method, data were collected through observations, interviews, and documentation with six informants. Findings indicate that while the policy aspect has been implemented optimally, the strategy and communication roles have not been effective. Key obstacles include insufficient human resources, facilities, budget, and inter-organizational communication. Additionally, public awareness of the Child-Friendly District status remains low. Despite ongoing efforts, significant improvements are needed to achieve optimal implementation.