International Journal of Applied Business and International Management
Vol 9, No 1 (2024): April 2024

Population And Development: Employing The Capability Approach in Family Planning Policy for Women In Indonesia

Julius Ary Mollet (Universitas Cenderawasih, Indonesia)
Genoveva Chatleen C. Mollet (Universitas Cenderawasih, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
20 Apr 2024

Abstract

Presently, Indonesia ranks as the fourth most populous country globally. The country's population is on a constant rise, accompanied by escalating issues such as poverty, hunger, gender inequality, and disparity. To address these challenges, a solution was initiated in the 1980s when the government first introduced a family planning program aimed at regulating the population's growth within the country. Employing the capability approach, this research examined the influence of Indonesia's family planning policy on women, offering a comprehensive viewpoint. Additionally, gender disparity emerges due to insufficient population and family development support for human rights. The conversion factors significantly affect the freedom capability and women's capacity to translate available resources into action. The purpose of this study is to critically discuss the strengths and weaknesses of Indonesia's family planning policy and its impact on women. The outcome indicated that obstacles for women arose from factors like shifts in governance, conflicting policies, government inefficiency, and BKKBN's incapacity to handle family planning. Consequently, it is crucial for all sectors and agencies to efficiently execute the family program to alleviate gender inequality in women's health.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

IJABIM

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Subject

Humanities Decision Sciences, Operations Research & Management Economics, Econometrics & Finance Education Social Sciences

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The International Journal of Applied Business and International Management (IJABIM) is a peer-reviewed journal that provides a platform for scholars, professionals, and policymakers to share pioneering research in international business, management, and economics. Published quarterly, the journal ...