Title:
PREPARING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES TO FACE THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION 4.0: POLICIES VERSUS ACTIONS

Authors:
Dr. Ir. Panji Hendrarso, MM

Abstract:
This study aims at answering the questions on how the government of Indonesia stipulated a policy related to the rights of people with disabilities in facing the Industrial Revolution 4.0 and what actions have been taken in relevant with the policies set. This study employed a phenomenological approach to understand how participants experienced the phenomenon. Semi structured interviews were conducted to a total of 15 participants, consists of the representative of the Ministry of Research, Technology and Higher Education, Republic of Indonesia to get the perspective on what strategy and actions have been implemented to prepare people with disabilities in facing the Industrial Revolution 4.0. Interviews were also conducted to employed and unemployed people with disabilities to know deeper their perspectives and experiences on the problems they faced in employment issues. Interviews with university students with disabilities can give us broader insights on what they really needs in preparing them to involve in Industrial Revolution 4.0. The research proved that the preparation should be considered seriously and the right actions should be taken in order that people with disabilities can implement their roles in country development towards Industrial Revolution 4.0. Further analysis indicated that the role of NGOs and society in preparing people with disabilities with demanded soft skills and hard skills is crucial. For future research, it is recommended to explore more on what kinds of training and education should be given to people with disabilities to face the IR 4.0 with different approach.

Keywords:
People with Disabilities, Industrial Revolution 4.0, Policies, Actions

DOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.37500/IJESSR.2020.3039