The Strategic Role of HIMPAUDI in Advancing Early Childhood Education Educators

Gunawan, Muhamad Rifki

Journal of Advanced Islamic Educational Management
Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024): Journal Of Advanced Islamic Educational Management

This study explores the role of HIMPAUDI in supporting Early Childhood Education (PAUD) in Indonesia. It focuses on promoting S1 qualifications, fostering educator development through tiered training, advocating for welfare improvements, and facilitating national-level training. Using observation, interviews, and documentation, the findings reveal HIMPAUDI’s success in raising awareness of higher education, organizing skill-enhancing programs, securing government-backed incentives, and providing access to professional training. HIMPAUDI plays a crucial role in improving educator quality and welfare, contributing significantly to the advancement of PAUD services nationwide.