<![CDATA[The rapid advancement of digital technology and social media has significantly transformed various aspects of social life, including children's interactions and activities in the digital environment. In response to growing concerns regarding children's online safety, the Indonesian government, through the Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (Komdigi), introduced a policy restricting social media access for children under the age of 16. This study aims to examine the policy from the perspective of public policy communication, focusing on policy dissemination, regulatory objectives, and its potential societal implications. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach through a literature review, this research analyzes relevant academic publications, government regulations, and policy documents related to child protection in digital spaces. The findings suggest that the policy constitutes a strategic regulatory measure to mitigate the adverse effects of social media use among children, including cyberbullying, exposure to inappropriate content, and excessive digital dependency. Furthermore, the study highlights that the effectiveness of policy implementation is closely linked to the government's ability to communicate the policy effectively and foster collaborative engagement among key stakeholders, including parents, digital platform providers, and educational institutions. The study contributes to the growing discourse on digital governance.]]>
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