Analysis of the Government's Role in Supporting Single Parents in Bulu Ara Village, Suro Makmur District, Aceh Singkil Regency
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Government Role, Single Parent, Policy Effectiveness, Village Development, WelfareAbstrak
This study aims to answer two research questions: (1) what is the role of the government in assisting single parents in Bulu Ara Village, and (2) how effective are these policies in improving their welfare? The study employed a qualitative approach using field research methods. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation. The informants consisted of single parents, village officials, community leaders, and social workers, and the data were analyzed descriptively using a thematic approach. The findings reveal that the village government has provided assistance in the form of social aid, such as direct cash assistance and basic necessities. However, there are no specific empowerment programs designed for single parents. Furthermore, the lack of targeted data collection means that village policies tend to be general and fail to address the actual needs of single-parent households. Access to assistance is also hindered by limited information, administrative barriers, and the absence of participatory forums involving single parents in the policy-making process. The study concludes that the effectiveness of existing policies remains low and that village policies need to be reformed to include single parents directly in data collection, planning, and empowerment programs.Referensi
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