Synthesis Report – Resilience Reimagined

The evolution of sustainable resilience in Indonesia reflects a paradigm shift from a reactive to a proactive approach in dealing with disasters. The establishment of a more systematic legal and policy framework, through key events and actions such as the passage of the Disaster Management Law in 2007 and the establishment of the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB), marks Indonesia’s commitment to strengthening disaster risk governance. The integration of various global initiatives such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the Hyogo Framework for Action (2005-2015) and its successor, the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (SFDRR), and the Paris Agreement on Climate Change into national and local policies also demonstrates awareness of the importance of a holistic approach to building resilience. Incorporating a Gender, Disabilities, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) perspective, Indonesia’s journey towards resilience also emphasises the need to address the unique vulnerabilities and capacities of all community members. Efforts to ensure that disaster preparedness and response strategies are inclusive and equitable are crucial. This includes recognising the specific needs of women, people with disabilities, and marginalised groups, and ensuring their full participation in disaster risk management processes. This journey has not been without challenges. Indonesia has invested heavily in narrowing the capacity gaps between central and regional governments, diversifying resources, and reducing bureaucratic complexity by streamlining cross-sectoral policies. In addition, Indonesia also recognises and continues to address the unique challenges related to its geographical and socio-cultural diversity, which require an approach tailored to the local context. This summary presents conclusions from the results of the study contained in the following chapters, as well as policy recommendations that, if prioritised, may help to strengthen sustainable resilience in the future.

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