“The law’s substance must be more relevant, adaptive, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of today’s youth and those of the future,” the ministry’s deputy for youth services, Yohan, said in a statement on Wednesday.
He said the revision must reflect shifts in social, economic, political and technological dynamics.
The ministry expects the collaboration to deliver a progressive youth law that inspires young Indonesians to compete on national and global stages.
“We expect scholars to contribute critical perspectives and innovative solutions so the law can serve as a true foundation for developing youth policy in Indonesia,” Yohan said.
Assistant deputy for youth services system and strategy Amar Ahmad said the engagement of universities was meant to strengthen the law’s substance by drawing on academic expertise.
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He stressed that participation from academia is crucial to ensure the regulation reflects the needs of young people in full.
The ministry said it would continue to involve scholars, youth organizations and other stakeholders before finalizing the draft amendment.
Scholars taking part have emphasized the importance of strengthening youth capacities in entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership and social participation.
Youth and Sports Minister Erick Thohir, sworn in by President Prabowo Subianto, has said youth issues have often been overlooked in the ministry’s programs. He has pledged to expand initiatives supporting young people throughout his term.
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