Daftarsbmptn.com – Commission D of the Yogyakarta Special Region (DIY) Regional People’s Representative Council (DPRD) continues to strengthen its oversight of social problem management programs run by the Yogyakarta Special Region Social Service. This step is taken to ensure that all policies and social assistance are implemented professionally, on target, and fairly, while maintaining public trust in public services.
The Chair of Commission D, which oversees social welfare, emphasized that active oversight is key to the success of social programs in Yogyakarta.
“We want every program implemented by the Yogyakarta Special Region Social Service to truly reach those in need, without any deviations or inaccurate targeting,” he said during a recent working visit to the Social Service office.
Focus of Oversight and Monitoring
Commission D conducts monitoring through several mechanisms, ranging from direct field visits, monthly report evaluations, to regular coordination meetings with the Yogyakarta Special Region Social Service staff. The focus of oversight covers various programs, such as food assistance, social rehabilitation, care for neglected children, people with disabilities, the elderly, and community empowerment programs.
In practice, this monitoring is conducted using a participatory method. Commission D not only receives administrative reports but also conducts direct inspections at the locations where aid is received. This approach is crucial to ensure accurate data and information, so that each policy can be tailored to the needs of the community on the ground.
Addressing Challenges on the Ground
The Yogyakarta Social Service faces various challenges in implementing social programs, ranging from budget constraints, varying social conditions, to geographical constraints in rural and remote areas. Commission D is present to provide support and evaluate the steps taken to ensure the program remains effective and sustainable.
A member of Commission D explained, “It’s not uncommon for us to find discrepancies between administrative data and actual conditions on the ground. Direct monitoring helps identify problems early so that improvements or policy adjustments can be made.”
Transparency and Accountability
In addition to ensuring programs are on target, Commission D also emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability in all Yogyakarta Social Service activities. Reports on budget utilization, aid distribution mechanisms, and program evaluation results must be transparent and accountable.
This practice of transparency is believed to increase public trust in social programs while minimizing the potential for misuse of funds or aid. Commission D encourages the Yogyakarta Social Service to continue developing a digital-based reporting system so that data can be monitored in real time and facilitate the evaluation process.
Collaboration with Other Stakeholders
In carrying out its oversight, Commission D does not work alone. They collaborate with various parties, including community organizations, NGOs, and local leaders, to obtain direct input from the community. This collaborative approach allows for faster problem identification and the search for solutions that are appropriate to local social and cultural conditions.
Furthermore, collaboration also helps strengthen the capacity of the Yogyakarta Social Service in implementing programs. For example, through training and mentoring from partner institutions, field social workers can be better prepared to deal with various situations and community needs.
Significant Monitoring Results
Commission D’s monitoring results so far have shown significant improvements in the distribution of social assistance in the Special Region of Yogyakarta. Many programs that previously experienced delays or mistargeting are now more timely and effective. Handling of social cases, particularly those involving neglected children, the elderly, and people with disabilities, has also become more coordinated.
Furthermore, Commission D’s evaluation has encouraged the Yogyakarta Social Services Agency to improve service quality. For example, the compilation of aid recipient data is now more systematic, with cross-verification across multiple sources, thereby reducing the risk of distribution errors.
The Way Forward
Going forward, Commission D plans to expand its monitoring mechanisms by more intensively incorporating digital technology, including an aid recipient mapping application and an online reporting system. This step is expected to accelerate the evaluation process, improve data accuracy, and strengthen the accountability of social programs in the Special Region of Yogyakarta.
The Chair of Commission D emphasized, “The role of oversight does not stop at budget monitoring or routine reporting. We want to ensure that every citizen, especially the most vulnerable, truly benefits from the social programs being implemented.”
With consistent and collaborative oversight, Commission D is believed to be an effective guardian of the equitable distribution of social services, ensuring that every program implemented by the Yogyakarta Social Services Agency is professional, equitable, and well-targeted. Their presence on the ground is tangible evidence of the regional government’s commitment to building equitable social welfare for all residents of Yogyakarta.