Aflia Riski, Mujiburrahman Mujiburrahman, Richa Meliza, Nur Hafni

Analysis of Barriers in the Implementation of the Slum-Free City Program in Lhokseumawe City, Aceh Province

Introduction

Analysis of barriers in the implementation of the slum-free city program in lhokseumawe city, aceh province. Analyzes barriers to Lhokseumawe's Slum-Free City Program in Aceh, Indonesia. Highlights budget, social, technical, participation, coordination, and legal challenges. Recommends solutions.

Abstract

The Slum-Free City Program is one of the strategic initiatives by the Indonesian government aimed at reducing slum areas in urban regions and improving the quality of life for the community. The establishment of Qanun Lhokseumawe City No. 11 of 2018 has made the Slum-Free City Program an effort to address slum settlement issues in Lhokseumawe City. This study aims to analyze the barriers faced in the implementation of the Slum-Free City Program in Lhokseumawe City. The research method used is qualitative with a descriptive approach, and the data were collected through interviews, observations, documentation, and literature review. The results of the study show that the barriers in the implementation of this program include insufficient budget allocation to meet all program needs, social, economic, and cultural constraints within the community, technical and infrastructure challenges, low public participation and awareness regarding the importance of cleanliness and supporting the Slum-Free City Program, and a lack of coordination among the various institutions (government, NGOs, and private sector) involved in the program. Additionally, legal issues related to land ownership and the limitations of regulations that support the Slum-Free City Program are also significant barriers. Based on these findings, the recommendations include increasing budget allocation, strengthening inter-agency coordination, improving socialization and education for the community, and enhancing technical and administrative mechanisms. This research is expected to contribute to improving the implementation of the Slum-Free City Program in the future and help realize cities free from slum areas.

Review

This study addresses a highly pertinent and critical issue concerning urban development in Indonesia: the implementation of the Slum-Free City Program in Lhokseumawe City. The abstract clearly articulates the program's strategic importance as a government initiative and the local context provided by Qanun Lhokseumawe City No. 11 of 2018. The stated objective to analyze barriers to implementation is well-defined and crucial for effective policy-making. The chosen qualitative, descriptive research method, relying on a diverse set of data collection techniques including interviews, observations, documentation, and literature review, appears appropriate for gaining a comprehensive understanding of the complex challenges involved in such a multifaceted urban development program. The research effectively identifies a broad spectrum of significant barriers hindering the program's success. These include practical constraints such as insufficient budget allocation and technical/infrastructure challenges, alongside crucial socio-cultural issues like low public participation, lack of awareness, and community-specific social, economic, and cultural dynamics. Furthermore, the study highlights critical institutional shortcomings, specifically a lack of coordination among government bodies, NGOs, and the private sector, and significant legal issues related to land ownership and regulatory limitations. This comprehensive categorization of barriers provides a robust framework for understanding the complexities faced on the ground, indicating a thorough investigation into the systemic and localized impediments. The recommendations provided are directly responsive to the identified barriers, proposing concrete steps such as increasing budget allocation, strengthening inter-agency coordination, improving community socialization and education, and enhancing technical and administrative mechanisms. These suggestions offer practical pathways for improving program efficacy. The study's anticipated contribution to enhancing future implementation of the Slum-Free City Program and helping realize slum-free cities is well-justified. This research serves as a valuable case study, providing insights that could be relevant not only for Lhokseumawe City but also for other urban areas in Indonesia facing similar challenges in their slum eradication efforts, thus holding potential for broader policy implications and future comparative studies.

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