Ministry of Labor Strengthens Training and Job Placement for People with Disabilities
The Ministry of Labor (Kemnaker) remains committed to improving access to employment for people with disabilities by enhancing competencies, strengthening training programs, and expanding collaboration with the business sector.
These efforts were highlighted by Minister of Labor Yassierli during a visit to the Employment Promotion Center (BPKK) in Kendari, Southeast Sulawesi, on Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
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During his visit, the Minister observed the implementation of the employment promotion program at the BPKK in Kendari, including training for people with disabilities to prepare them for entry into the labor market. Currently, 40 people with disabilities are participating in an introductory and training program at the center prior to being placed in light industry roles.
According to the Minister of Labor, strengthening competencies is essential to ensure that people with disabilities are competitive and able to meet labor market demands.
“The key issue we are currently focusing on is training and equipping people with disabilities so that they possess competencies aligned with labor market needs,” said Yassierli.
To increase employment opportunities, BPKK Kendari is also organizing a strategic event in Makassar, bringing together around 50 companies committed to employing people with disabilities.
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This event is expected to further strengthen collaboration between the government and the private sector in creating a more inclusive employment ecosystem.
The Minister of Labor emphasized that BPKK Kendari plays a strategic role due to the wide geographical area it serves. The center will therefore function not only as a training facility but also as a driving force behind collaboration with various stakeholders to boost employment opportunities for the community.
“This center is expected to serve not merely as a training hub, but also as a driving force for community collaboration within the region through the optimal execution of its various tasks and functions,” he said.
The Minister of Manpower called upon all centers under the Ministry—including both the Vocational and Productivity Training Center (BPVP) and the BPKK—to take a more proactive approach in offering programs that deliver a tangible impact on the community, particularly for groups requiring special attention in the labor market.
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“We continue to encourage the centers—both BPVP and BPKK—across Indonesia to be more proactive in making a concrete contribution, especially to community groups that require special attention in the workplace,” he said. ***REL
