The President Director of Transjakarta, Welfizon Yuza, outlined the company’s commitment to making public transport safer and more inclusive for women and children. Transjakarta is working with the Provincial Office for Women’s Empowerment, Child Protection, and Population Control to ensure buses and facilities are secure spaces. Dedicated women’s sections are now available on all buses, and pink-colored women-only buses operate on the busiest routes. The initiative positions gender-friendly service as a core operational standard rather than an optional feature.
The company is also pushing to increase the number of female drivers in an industry traditionally dominated by men. Women currently make up only a small fraction of Transjakarta drivers, but the company aims to raise that share to between 20 and 30 percent within three years. This effort is framed as both a workforce transformation and a cultural statement about gender equality. It is intended to challenge stereotypes and expand economic opportunities for women.
To prevent sexual harassment, Transjakarta has launched Lentera, a volunteer-based task force focused on early detection and response. The program is designed to grow into a community-based movement so that passengers themselves become part of the safety network. In parallel, the company has opened a daycare facility at its Cawang headquarters to support working parents and customers with young children. The daycare program is planned for gradual expansion to major transit hubs.
The Head of the Provincial Office for Women’s Empowerment and Child Protection, Dwi Oktavia, welcomed the initiative and emphasized the importance of strengthening the Women and Children Friendly Posts already operating at dozens of bus stops. She highlighted the need for continuous training for frontline staff in handling violence and harassment cases. The collaboration is presented as a tangible expression of state responsibility toward vulnerable groups. Together, these measures aim to embed dignity, safety, and care into Jakarta’s public transport culture.
Alexander Jason – Redaksi
