Strengthening the Use of DTSEN to Support Better-Targeted Programs

Discussions on the vital role of data in policymaking took place during a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on the use of the National Unified Socioeconomic Data (DTSEN), organized by I.B. Rai Dharmawijaya Mantra, a Regional Representative Council (DPD RI) member representing Bali, on October 14.

The event was attended by various stakeholders, including representatives from local governments, the education and healthcare sectors, and public service institutions, as well as the heads of BPS and the heads of Social Affairs Offices across regencies and municipalities in Bali.

Through this FGD, stronger synergy and coordination among institutions are expected to be established to optimize the use of DTSEN as a supporting foundation for planning and implementing more targeted development programs.

Making optimal use of data is an important step toward ensuring that policies better address the needs of the community.