EDUCATION STRENGTHENING PROGRAM (PPK) & SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDGS) PROGRAM AS STEPS TO IMPROVE EDUCATION

Abstract

Education is one of the key aspects in a country's development. However, Indonesia still faces a number of challenges in providing education which include unequal access, low quality of education, and lack of adequate educational infrastructure. This is exacerbated by the global phenomenon of the Covid-19 pandemic which is an obstacle to education development in Indonesia. To overcome this problem, Indonesia has created a Strengthening Education and Character (PPK) program and has participated in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Program which provides a foundation for improving the quality of education. By utilizing the SDGs, Indonesia can overcome education problems by directing educational development efforts towards achieving the SDGs goals, especially in the education sector. This includes increasing equitable access to education, improving the quality of education, as well as developing better educational infrastructure. By involving all stakeholders and committing to achieving the SDGs targets, Indonesia can advance the education system for the better, thus having a positive impact on national development and the welfare of society as a whole.