2) Govt to rebuild homes for 1,500 conflict refugees in West Papua
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1) UNICEF launches women, child-friendly villages in Southwest Papua
July 24, 2025 23:05 GMT+700
Sorong (ANTARA) - The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has launched the Women- and Child-Friendly Village initiative in Sorong District, Southwest Papua Province, to promote a safe and inclusive environment that upholds the rights of women and children.
UNICEF child protection officer Dhiana Anggraeni said in Sorong on Thursday that the program was developed through collaboration between UNICEF, the local government, and the community.
It aims to improve quality of life, protect vulnerable groups, and strengthen the role of women in village development.
“Through this initiative, we want to ensure that women and children in Southwest Papua have safe spaces, free from violence, and equitable access to essential services,” she said.
According to Anggraeni, two villages have been selected as pilot sites to promote active participation of women in village-level decision-making, the development of child-friendly facilities, and the enhancement of basic services such as education, healthcare, and social protection.
A key feature of these model villages is the strong involvement of village leaders, local governments, health cadres, women’s organizations (PKK), and village security officers (Babinsa), who work together to strengthen child protection at the grassroots level.
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“These villages run awareness campaigns on child and women protection to build a supportive environment and provide referrals to local technical implementation units (UPTD) when issues arise,” she said.
She emphasized that the initiative prioritizes prevention before moving to case management and response. “Therefore, synergy and cross-sector collaboration are essential. UNICEF encourages, supports, and works hand in hand with the local government,” she added.
She noted that UNICEF is mandated to support government actions to prevent violence and ensure child protection.
“We offer concrete solutions through the signing of cross-sector cooperation agreements, which form the foundation for joint preventive measures,” she said.
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UNICEF child protection officer Dhiana Anggraeni said in Sorong on Thursday that the program was developed through collaboration between UNICEF, the local government, and the community.
It aims to improve quality of life, protect vulnerable groups, and strengthen the role of women in village development.
“Through this initiative, we want to ensure that women and children in Southwest Papua have safe spaces, free from violence, and equitable access to essential services,” she said.
According to Anggraeni, two villages have been selected as pilot sites to promote active participation of women in village-level decision-making, the development of child-friendly facilities, and the enhancement of basic services such as education, healthcare, and social protection.
A key feature of these model villages is the strong involvement of village leaders, local governments, health cadres, women’s organizations (PKK), and village security officers (Babinsa), who work together to strengthen child protection at the grassroots level.
Related news: Ministries join forces to tackle issues affecting women, children
“These villages run awareness campaigns on child and women protection to build a supportive environment and provide referrals to local technical implementation units (UPTD) when issues arise,” she said.
She emphasized that the initiative prioritizes prevention before moving to case management and response. “Therefore, synergy and cross-sector collaboration are essential. UNICEF encourages, supports, and works hand in hand with the local government,” she added.
She noted that UNICEF is mandated to support government actions to prevent violence and ensure child protection.
“We offer concrete solutions through the signing of cross-sector cooperation agreements, which form the foundation for joint preventive measures,” she said.
Related news: Ministry warns of rampant violence against women, children
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Translator: Primayanti
Editor: M Razi Rahman
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2) Govt to rebuild homes for 1,500 conflict refugees in West Papua
July 24, 2025 22:51 GMT+700
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The government plans to rebuild housing for 1,500 refugees in West Papua who were displaced by the conflict in Maybrat District, allowing them to reunite with their families.
Human Rights Minister Natalius Pigai said that the housing reconstruction will prioritize essential services, infrastructure, and access to education and healthcare.
“We have discussed several topics, including the rebuilding of settlements for 1,500 residents,” he said at a press conference on Thursday.
According to Pigai, the reconstruction will involve collaboration with the Ministry of Housing and Settlements, Ministry of Social Affairs, Ministry of Health, and Ministry of Public Works.
Details of the plan will be announced next year after the government submits a post-conflict social recovery budget, he added. Currently, around 1,500 residents from conflict-affected areas in Maybrat have taken refuge in several locations across West Papua Province, including the Maybrat District office, Kumurkek Sub-district, Ayamaru Sub-district, and Sorong City.
So far, the ministry has taken several measures to address the escalating conflict in Maybrat, including urging ministries and institutions to open access roads, develop facilities and infrastructure, and mobilize resources to support equitable development.
Pigai believes that discrimination and development disparities may be contributing to the conflict in Maybrat, and he proposed that the road from Maybrat to Bintuni be designated a national strategic project.
He also emphasized the need for better healthcare services in the region and improved access to education, noting that many residents in the conflict-affected communities have not received even basic elementary education.
“Education can also contribute to conflict. Therefore, we are focusing on addressing the basic needs that can trigger it,” he said.
Development efforts will prioritize areas such as Aifat Timur, Aifat Timur Jauh, Kamundan, Aifat Selatan, and other conflict-prone zones in Maybrat.
On the same occasion, the Deputy Head of Maybrat District, Ferdinando Solosa, expressed his gratitude to the Human Rights Ministry for its continued support in resolving the conflict, which began in 2021 and remains unresolved.
He expressed hope that the collaboration would be implemented in stages and serve as a model for conflict resolution in Papua.
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Human Rights Minister Natalius Pigai said that the housing reconstruction will prioritize essential services, infrastructure, and access to education and healthcare.
“We have discussed several topics, including the rebuilding of settlements for 1,500 residents,” he said at a press conference on Thursday.
According to Pigai, the reconstruction will involve collaboration with the Ministry of Housing and Settlements, Ministry of Social Affairs, Ministry of Health, and Ministry of Public Works.
Details of the plan will be announced next year after the government submits a post-conflict social recovery budget, he added. Currently, around 1,500 residents from conflict-affected areas in Maybrat have taken refuge in several locations across West Papua Province, including the Maybrat District office, Kumurkek Sub-district, Ayamaru Sub-district, and Sorong City.
So far, the ministry has taken several measures to address the escalating conflict in Maybrat, including urging ministries and institutions to open access roads, develop facilities and infrastructure, and mobilize resources to support equitable development.
Pigai believes that discrimination and development disparities may be contributing to the conflict in Maybrat, and he proposed that the road from Maybrat to Bintuni be designated a national strategic project.
He also emphasized the need for better healthcare services in the region and improved access to education, noting that many residents in the conflict-affected communities have not received even basic elementary education.
“Education can also contribute to conflict. Therefore, we are focusing on addressing the basic needs that can trigger it,” he said.
Development efforts will prioritize areas such as Aifat Timur, Aifat Timur Jauh, Kamundan, Aifat Selatan, and other conflict-prone zones in Maybrat.
On the same occasion, the Deputy Head of Maybrat District, Ferdinando Solosa, expressed his gratitude to the Human Rights Ministry for its continued support in resolving the conflict, which began in 2021 and remains unresolved.
He expressed hope that the collaboration would be implemented in stages and serve as a model for conflict resolution in Papua.
Related news: Rebel in SW Papua's Maybrat surrenders to Indonesian army: Spokesman
Related news: Army personnel in Maybrat foil rebels' attempt to assault workers
Translator: Agatha Olivia, Resinta Sulistiyandari
Editor: M Razi Rahman
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