Poverty Alleviation Policy: The Role of Universitas Hasanuddin in Shaping Strategies to End Poverty in All Its Forms

Universitas Hasanuddin (UNHAS) continues to strengthen its commitment to supporting national and global efforts to eradicate poverty through research, policy engagement, and cross-sector collaboration. As a leading academic institution rooted in Eastern Indonesia, UNHAS plays an active role in the formulation and analysis of public policies at the local, regional, and national levels—particularly in the fields of socio-economic development, labor, and sustainable growth.

One of the most tangible examples of this contribution can be seen in the participation of UNHAS leadership in strategic policy forums, such as the Preparatory Meeting for the Determination of the 2025 Minimum Wage, attended by university representative Jayadi Nas. In this forum, UNHAS academics provided data-driven insights on fair wage policy for workers in South Sulawesi. This engagement reflects the university’s active role in shaping labor policies aimed at reducing economic inequality and improving the welfare of the working class.

Beyond labor policy, UNHAS has also contributed to research and policy development focused on improving the welfare of coastal communities, which often represent some of the most economically vulnerable groups in Indonesia. Through collaboration with The Partnership for Australia–Indonesia Research (PAIR), UNHAS participated in socio-economic analysis presented in the article “Tackling Poverty in Coastal Communities.” The study highlights the structural challenges of poverty in coastal regions and proposes evidence-based approaches to enhance livelihoods and promote sustainable economic resilience.

In the realm of human capital development, the DWDG ShARE UNHAS Program serves as a platform for nurturing young leaders with strong social vision and strategic capabilities to address poverty-related issues. The program integrates leadership training, critical thinking development, and policy analysis skills—empowering students to become change agents capable of crafting innovative solutions to complex socio-economic challenges.

UNHAS also strengthens its research and policy collaboration with international partners through initiatives such as the UNHAS–Australia–Indonesia Centre (AIC) Forum on Research Strengthening in Sulawesi. This dialogue explores strategies for advancing multidisciplinary research, particularly in social and economic development, which are closely tied to poverty alleviation efforts across the Sulawesi region. The initiative underscores how academic research can serve as a foundation for the creation of public policies grounded in social justice and aimed at improving community well-being.

Through these interconnected initiatives—ranging from labor policy advocacy and community-focused research to leadership development and international collaboration—Universitas Hasanuddin continues to play a pivotal role in advancing poverty eradication efforts. By aligning its academic and research endeavors with sustainable development priorities, UNHAS demonstrates that universities are not merely centers of learning, but also engines of equitable and inclusive transformation.