Contemporary Issues on Indonesian Human Rights Law and Policy
Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): April, 2026

The Right to Accessible Transportation in Indonesia: Evaluating Disability Inclusion in Jakarta's Public Transport System

Ahmad Ilyas (Universitas Pancasila)



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28 Apr 2026

Abstract

Accessible transportation is essential for the effective enjoyment of education, employment, healthcare, and participation in public life by persons with disabilities. Jakarta has expanded public transportation infrastructure and introduced accessibility measures, yet physical, informational, and institutional barriers may continue to limit independent mobility. This article examines the implementation of the right to accessible transportation in Jakarta. Using normative juridical and policy analysis, the study evaluates disability rights law, transportation regulation, accessibility standards, and public-service obligations. The article argues that accessibility should be understood as a legally enforceable right rather than merely a service improvement. Compliance should encompass stations, vehicles, pedestrian connections, ticketing systems, digital information, emergency procedures, and staff assistance. The study proposes an accessibility governance framework incorporating universal design, measurable service standards, regular accessibility audits, disability participation, and effective complaint mechanisms. Persons with disabilities should be directly involved in evaluating transportation policies and infrastructure. The article concludes that Jakarta's public transportation system can become a model of rights-based urban mobility if accessibility requirements are integrated into planning, procurement, monitoring, and enforcement mechanisms.

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Contemporary Issues on Indonesian Human Rights Law and Policy (e-ISSN: 3164-5585) is a peer-reviewed academic journal focusing on human rights law and policy in Indonesia, with relevance to Southeast Asian contexts. The journal examines the legal frameworks, policies, institutions, and mechanisms ...