Member of Commission E of the Jakarta Regional House of Representatives, Ghozi Zulazmi, expressed appreciation for the Regional Regulation Formation Agency after it completed discussions on the Draft Regional Regulation concerning Family Development. According to Ghozi, the deliberation of regulations related to family issues reflects a more productive legislative function within the regional parliament in addressing public needs. He described the discussion of various draft regulations as a positive step toward strengthening the institution’s role in social development. The initiative also highlights growing attention toward policies aimed at improving the quality of life in Jakarta beyond infrastructure and economic growth.
Ghozi Zulazmi emphasized that Jakarta’s ambition to become a global city should not rely solely on physical development and economic expansion, but also on the quality of human resources shaped within families. He stated that family serves as the smallest and most fundamental unit of society, making family development a crucial foundation for broader social progress. One of the important points within the draft regulation is the introduction of premarital education for residents before starting a family. According to him, many household problems stem from a lack of preparation before marriage.
In addition, Ghozi highlighted the importance of strengthening the role of fathers within the family structure. He argued that parenting responsibilities are often associated mainly with mothers, even though fathers also play a significant role in building healthy and harmonious households. The proposed regulation aims to encourage a more active paternal role beyond simply serving as the family breadwinner. This approach is viewed as part of broader efforts to strengthen family resilience and social well-being in Jakarta.
Beyond the family development regulation, Ghozi stated that the Regional Regulation Formation Agency is also preparing draft regulations on Women’s Protection and Child-Friendly Cities. He stressed that women require stronger affirmative protections, while children need safer public spaces and protection from violence. Ghozi also encouraged the revitalization of Integrated Child-Friendly Public Spaces, which were previously developed extensively as part of Jakarta’s child-friendly city initiative. He further expressed concern over the increasing number of violence cases involving children in schools and residential areas, emphasizing the need for stronger education, protection systems, and support mechanisms for victims.
Alexander Jason – Redaksi
