THE NETWORK OF ACTORS, FUNCTIONS, AND STRUCTURES: A STUDY ON SLUM MANAGEMENT IN CIAMIS DISTRICT

Abstract

Ciamis Regency's slum areas are still unable to be successfully managed to assist the development of livable, healthy, and sustainable neighborhoods based on factors such as economic, social, and environmental significance. This research was conducted to examine the network of policies used to control slum villages. In-depth interviews, field research, and literature analysis were used as part of the qualitative research methodology. The results showed that in the context of policy networking, other stakeholders such as academics, CSOs, research institutions, mass media, and the private sector should be involved to provide input in designing policies on slum management. In addition, the private sector needs to be encouraged to contribute to slum upgrading. Then, institutional functions within the local government need to be more synergized and coordinated with each other in solving slum problems. This study reinforces that slums must be resolved with cooperation between actors, strengthening institutional functions, and a coordinated structure.