GUMREGAH TENAN: Collaboration between Habitat for Humanity Indonesia and the Government of Yogyakarta to Create Decent Housing and Livable Settlements 

Gunungkidul, September 23, 2024 – Habitat for Humanity Indonesia, along with other stakeholders, kicked off a collaborative initiative with the theme “GUMREGAH TENAN” (Movement to Build Healthy, Productive Homes through Integrated and Collaborative Actions) in Gunungkidul Regency on Monday, September 23, 2024.

This initiative is driven by the Indonesian government’s commitment to tackling extreme poverty and improving community welfare, especially in housing and settlement areas. The kick-off event marks the initial step toward creating synergy among institutions to develop decent, resilient, and sustainable housing areas.

The “GUMREGAH TENAN” program was initiated in response to the ongoing challenges in handling housing and settlement issues, which are often sectoral and sporadic. Housing issues are complex and require a holistic approach that integrates and collaborates with various parties.

Through this program, the aim is to create housing areas that not only meet the basic needs of the community but also improve the quality of life and empower the local economy. The program includes key initiatives such as:

• Housing, Building affordable and decent homes.
• Sanitation, Providing adequate sanitation facilities.
• Clean Water, Increasing access to clean water.
• Health, Supporting improved healthcare facilities.

As a non-profit organization focused on providing decent housing for low-income communities, Habitat for Humanity Indonesia recognizes the importance of multi-stakeholder collaboration.

The “GUMREGAH TENAN” collaboration involves the participation of various governmental bodies, including the Central Government (represented by the Housing Provision Implementation Agency of Central Java III, Ministry of Public Works and Public Housing), local government of D.I. Yogyakarta (Paniradya Kaistimewaan, DPUPESDM DIY), Gunungkidul Regency government (Bappeda, DPUPRKP, DINSOS, DPMKP2KB), academia (Universitas Widya Mataram, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Universitas Teknologi Yogyakarta, Universitas Islam Indonesia, and Universitas Gunungkidul), and Habitat for Humanity Indonesia representing NGOs.

In this program, Habitat for Humanity Indonesia plays an active role in designing and implementing comprehensive and sustainable development programs in collaboration with various partners. The planned developments include:

1. Building five decent homes, 30 family toilets, and one posyandu (community health center) in Kalurahan Kedungkeris, Nglipar. Additionally, the program offers training on Building Safe Homes, Promoting Clean and Healthy Living Habits, and Strengthening Posyandu cadres and community awareness.
2. Constructing four climate-adaptive model homes and providing clean water facilities for 200 household connections in Kalurahan Wunung, Wonosari, along with water management training and training on Building Safe Homes.
3. Allocating complementary funding through the BSPS Program for building 109 homes, spread across three districts (Nglipar, Playen, and Patuk) in Gunungkidul Regency.

This development plan is meticulously designed to contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Specifically, it addresses key goals such as poverty eradication, improving health and well-being, providing access to clean water and proper sanitation, reducing social inequality, and strengthening partnerships to achieve common goals. With a focus on these aspects, the plan aims to make a significant positive impact on families in Indonesia.

Achieving the SDGs will help improve the quality of life for families, reduce expenses for basic needs, and create a healthier, more productive environment.

Handoko Ngadiman, National Director of Habitat for Humanity Indonesia, stated, “With a spirit of mutual cooperation, we are embarking on a new chapter in housing development in Gunungkidul. The ‘GUMREGAH TENAN’ collaboration is solid proof that by working together, we can create significant change for the community. This is not just about building homes; it’s about strengthening families and building a brighter future for the next generation.”

With the launch of the “GUMREGAH TENAN” program, it is set to make a significant impact on the lives of the people in Gunungkidul. Through this collaborative effort, the region is expected to become a model for sustainable and inclusive development.

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