STRATEGY FOR REDUCING THE RATE OF OPEN UNEMPLOYMENT BY INCREASING LABOR-INTENSIVE JOBS IN CILACAP REGENCY

Abstract

Unemployment is a complex problem that has a significant impact on people's welfare. In Cilacap Regency, Central Java, Indonesia, the open unemployment rate is still a challenge that needs to be overcome. The Open Unemployment Rate in Cilacap Regency is still above the Central Java Province and National values. This makes it important to formulate strategies to reduce the open unemployment rate in Cilacap Regency. This study aims to examine various strategies that can be applied to reduce the open unemployment rate in Cilacap Regency by increasing the labor-intensive employment sector. Increasing the labor-intensive employment sector is one potential solution to overcome the unemployment problem. Through a comprehensive literature review, this study aims to identify effective strategies in developing the labor-intensive employment sector in Cilacap Regency, as well as analyzing the factors that influence the successful implementation of these strategies. The results of the study indicate that increasing labor-intensive employment has great potential in absorbing labor, especially in rural areas. Some strategies that can be adopted include the development of the agriculture, fisheries, tourism, and small and medium industries (SMEs) sectors. In addition, comprehensive policy support is needed, such as providing access to capital, skills training, and infrastructure development.