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Their lives transformed through ILO programmes in Indonesia
In commemoration of the 75th anniversary of Indonesia’s membership in the ILO, six beneficiaries from across the country share how ILO programmes have shaped their lives and strengthened their communities over the years.
29 December 2025
Lampung Province
Tri Endro Dudiyanto, an Adhoc Judge for Industrial Relations Dispute Settlement at the State Court of Tanjung Karang, has participated in various ILO programmes on strengthening industrial relations since 2006. These initiatives followed Indonesia’s labour reforms, including the enactment of the Industrial Relations Dispute Settlement Act No. 2/2004, the Manpower Act No. 13/2003 and the Trade Union Act No. 21/2000.
Reflecting on nearly two decades of engagement, Judge Tri shared: “Through various ILO programmes, I have become a more professional adhoc judge representing the trade union. I still use the ILO’s 2005 publication compiling the three major labour laws as a key reference. I hope the ILO will continue bringing benefits to trade unions and the labour movement.”
Banda Aceh Province
Nur Fajri Fahmi, General Manager of the Sharia Savings and Loan and Financing Cooperative Baitul Qiradh Baiturrahman, recalls the crucial support the ILO provided to the cooperative after the 2004 tsunami. The grant received in 2006 helped revive micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and restore local economic activity.
“Nearly two decades later, the grant continues to revolve and support MSME development in Banda Aceh. The ILO also helped us open two branch offices, allowing us to expand our reach and impact.”
Abdul Munir, Head of the Private Entrepreneurship Training Institute of PT Mitra Citra Away, has long collaborated with the ILO in delivering entrepreneurship training using modules such as Gender and Entrepreneurship Together (GET Ahead), Generate Your Business Idea (GYB), Start Your Business (SYB), Start and Improve Your Business (SIYB) and Excellent Consultant Skills. His institution also partners with the Ministry of MSMEs.
“I have participated in many ILO training-of-trainers programmes. The results are tremendous and long-lasting. As a trainer, I continue to use ILO entrepreneurship modules to support our clients.”
Papua Province
Cynthia Warve, a facilitator for cocoa farmers in Jayapura, began working with the ILO in 2013 under the People-centered Development Programme (PcDP-II), which aimed to strengthen sustainable livelihoods for Indigenous Papuan communities. She continues to empower local farmers, especially women, with financial literacy and entrepreneurship skills.
Reflecting on her ongoing commitment, she shared: “I have trained 900 farmers across 30 villages. After the training, they better understand financial management, especially the mama-mama (Papuan women). They now separate business and household finances and recognize the importance of saving for their children’s education and emergencies.”
Central Java Province
Nur Arifin, Senior Human Resources and General Affairs Manager at PT Ungaran Sari Garments (Busana Apparel Group), highlights the company’s transformation after joining the Better Work Indonesia (BWI) Programme, a joint initiative of the ILO and IFC. Since 2018, the factory has been recognized as a high-performing enterprise with strong compliance, continuous improvement, and effective social dialogue. The company has also embraced technological innovation to keep pace with the evolving textile sector.
“Since joining BWI, we have received tremendous support and feedback that have strengthened our company. We also benefit from its women’s empowerment initiatives through training and socialization at regional, provincial, and national levels.”
Jakarta Province
Larasati Riskia Adiani, currently a master’s student at Columbia University, served as the ILO’s Communication Consultant for Inclusion in 2023. She helped promote inclusive workplaces and equal employment opportunities by assessing and improving the accessibility of ILO communication channels and producing informative content on labour issues related to sustainability, equity, and inclusion.
“The ILO gave me space to promote inclusivity in its daily operations. I am proud that the team truly implemented the recommendations. An inclusive world of work is not impossible. The ILO has shown it through real action.”
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