Progress in Social Development
Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): January 2026

THE CHILDREN AND YOUTH CREATIVITY SCHOOL (SEKAR): PREVENTIVE SOCIAL INNOVATION FOR CHILDREN OF INDONESIAN MIGRANT WORKER

Ashlihul Hayati (PT Pertamina EP Zona 7 Subang Field)
Ratnasari Putri Utami (PT Pertamina EP Zona 7 Subang Field)



Article Info

Publish Date
25 May 2026

Abstract

The high number of Indonesian Migrant Workers (PMI) has contributed to complex socio-economic challenges in Compreng Village, Subang Regency, including limited parental care among children left behind. In 2023–2024, 327 residents were recorded as migrant workers, affecting more than 200 children and increasing their risk of psychosocial vulnerability. This study examines the Purnama Subang Program, focusing on the Children and Youth Creativity School (SEKAR) as a preventive social innovation. Using a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews with children, caregivers, and facilitators, and document analysis. The analysis is guided by Attachment Theory and Self-Determination Theory. The findings indicate that SEKAR functions as a community-based safe space that provides complementary caregiving, psychosocial support, and capacity development. Participation in creative activities and migration literacy enhances children’s self-confidence, learning autonomy, and social relationships. Facilitators also serve as alternative attachment figures that strengthen emotional security. SEKAR demonstrates strong potential as a scalable model to mitigate the intergenerational impacts of parental migration.

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Journal Info

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psd

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Subject

Humanities Environmental Science Social Sciences

Description

Progress in Social Development published by the Department of Social Development, Faculty of Social Science and Political Science Universitas Mulawarman, which is published twice a year in January and July. Articles are written in Bahasa ...