Penguatan Sinergi Aparatur dan Masyarakat dalam Rangka Implementasi Keterbukaan Informasi Publik untuk Mendorong Pencapaian SDGs 16

Abstract

Public information disclosure is a crucial foundation for building a transparent, participatory, and accountable government. Law No. 14 of 2008 concerning Public Information Disclosure (UU KIP) serves as a legal instrument that guarantees the public's right to know and encourages government officials to be more transparent in managing information. However, in practice, there is still a gap between policy and implementation, particularly in terms of synergy between officials and the community at the local level. Low levels of public information literacy and limited public participation pose challenges in achieving these goals. This community service program aims to build strong synergy between village government officials and the community in implementing the UU KIP through participatory-based education, mentoring, and training. This program also aligns with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) point 16, which aims to promote a peaceful, inclusive society and access to justice through effective and transparent institutions. The results of the activity indicate an increase in village officials' understanding of the principles, types, and mechanisms of public information services in accordance with the UU KIP. In addition, this activity resulted in the development of a standard operating procedure (SOP) for village public information services as an administrative guideline, as well as increased public awareness and participation in accessing and monitoring public information. Implemented transparency practices, such as the management of the Merah Putih Cooperative in Sebunga Village, serve as concrete examples of the implementation of public information disclosure at the village level. It is hoped that this program can serve as a pilot model for optimizing the implementation of the Public Information Disclosure Law while supporting the achievement of SDGs 16 at the grassroots level.