Bridging the Youth Development Index and SDG 8: East Java’s Strategy for Sustainable Youth Development

Aditya Wahyu Dwi Kurniawan; Amirul Mustofa; Ika Devy Pramudiana

doi:10.55927/ijis.v5i1.806

Authors

Aditya Wahyu Dwi Kurniawan Universitas Dr. Soetomo, Surabaya
Amirul Mustofa Universitas Dr. Soetomo, Surabaya
Ika Devy Pramudiana Universitas Dr. Soetomo, Surabaya

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/ijis.v5i1.806

Keywords:

Development Index, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGS), Decent Work, Economic Growth, Youth Employment Policy

Abstract

This study examines the contribution of the Youth Development Index (YDI) to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with particular emphasis on decent work and economic growth in East Java Province. Employing a qualitative approach with descriptive analysis, the study assesses the relationship between YDI indicators and progress toward these development goals at the provincial level. Although notable improvements have been observed in education and employment outcomes, significant development disparities between urban and rural areas, along with persistently high levels of informal employment, remain key challenges. The findings indicate that, despite overall improvements in the Youth Development Index, young people’s transition from education to decent work continues to be constrained by a mismatch between acquired skills and labor market demands. Accordingly, this study recommends the formulation of targeted priority programs focusing on the strengthening of vocational education, the promotion of youth entrepreneurship, and the enhancement of alignment between youth competencies and industry needs. These policy directions are intended to support the inclusive achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals and to be integrated into the development planning documents of the East Java Provincial Government

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