Jakarta, 15 April 2026 — Indonesia’s Ministry of Manpower, together with the Australia–Indonesia Partnership Towards an Inclusive Society (INKLUSI), is promoting a more accessible and inclusive labour market for older workers as Indonesia’s older population continues to grow.
This commitment was reflected in the workshop “INKLUSI for All: Older People at Work, Older People Prosper”. The event brought together government representatives, businesses and industry, older people’s groups, INKLUSI civil society partners, development partners, advocates on ageing issues, and other stakeholders.
The workshop explored employment and productive enterprise opportunities for older people, good practices in placing older workers in formal and informal sectors, and ways to build stronger cross-sector networks. It also promoted greater understanding of the importance of inclusive workplaces that respond to the needs of older workers.
The event formed part of the collaboration between the Ministry of Manpower and INKLUSI that began in 2025. One of its early outcomes was the development of the General Guidelines for the Placement and Empowerment of Potential Older Workers, which provide a reference for expanding employment opportunities and supporting the economic empowerment of older people.
Through the workshop, stakeholders were encouraged to translate the guidelines into concrete and practical action.
Acting Director General for Manpower Placement Development and Employment Opportunity Expansion, Estiarty Haryani, emphasised that an inclusive employment ecosystem for older people cannot be created by government alone.
“Collaboration is key to ensuring that policies are not only practical to implement but also deliver tangible results on the ground,” she said.
This work is becoming increasingly important as Indonesia’s older population grows. According to Statistics Indonesia, older people accounted for approximately 11.93 per cent of the country’s population in 2025.
Rising life expectancy also means that more older people continue to have the skills, experience and capacity to work. With appropriate policies, workplaces and opportunities, they can remain active participants in social and economic life.
Through this partnership, the Ministry of Manpower and INKLUSI hope that more older people will have opportunities to work, pursue productive enterprises and contribute according to their capacities. This effort forms part of a broader commitment to inclusive development, ensuring that everyone can participate in and benefit from development without being left behind.
