IDP Workshop Report June 2003

FOLLOW-UP WORKSHOP
ON THE MANAGEMENT OF IDPs

IN INDONESIA
Sukabumi, 19-20 June 2003
REPORT
Bakornas PBP in Cooperation with UN OCHA Indonesia
Co-funded by USAID
Follow Up Workshop on the Management of IDPs in Indonesia
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FOLLOW-UP WORKSHOP ON THE MANAGEMENT OF IDPs IN INDONESIA
Organised by Bakornas PBP in cooperation with UN-OCHA Indonesia
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Executive Summary
• Introduction and Background page 3
• The Workshop page 3
• Recommendations page 4
Opening Session
• Overview and Presentation of Government Policy page 6
Mr. Budi Atmadi Adiputro, Vice Secretary Bakornas PBP
• Review of Recent Findings and Issues from the page 8
Joint Bakornas PBP/OCHA Missions
Mr. Michael Elmquist, Chief of OCHA Indonesia
Updates on Developments from the Provinces

• Maluku page 12
• North Maluku/ North Sulawesi page 13
• East Java/ Central Kalimantan page 16
• North Sumatra page 17
• Central Sulawesi page 17
• East Nusa Tenggara page 19
Common Issues, Concerns and Solutions page21
Closure page 26
Main Conclusions and Recommendations page 27
ANNEXES
I. Matrix by Province on Main Issues, Problems and Concerns page 31
II. Draft Conclusions page 34
III. Statistics (Remaining IDP Numbers in Indonesia-Year 2003) page 37
IV. List of Joint Bakornas PBP/ OCHA Missions and Mission Objectives page 38
V. Agenda page 39
VI. List of Participants page 41
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Executive Summary
Introduction and Background
In October 2001, the Government of Indonesia issued a National Policy on the Acceleration
of the Handling of Internally Displaced Persons/ Refugees1 in Indonesia. The policy
identified a three-pronged strategy or “patterns” of return, empowerment and resettlement as
a framework to find durable solutions for IDPs. At that time the official number of IDPs in
Indonesia stood at some 1.3 million. The policy as well as the progress of its implementation
and remaining obstacles and gaps was reviewed, at a Workshop on the Management of IDPs
in Bogor in May 2002, which also arrived at a number of conclusions for future interventions.
During 2002 and into 2003, relative stability has prevailed in most areas, and this has been
reflected in an improvement in the humanitarian situation and considerable progress towards
the solution of the problem of IDPs. In February-May 2003, Bakornas PBP and OCHA
undertook joint missions to eight provinces2 to assess the current conditions of IDPs, the
progress of implementation of the Government policy and the remaining number of IDPs still
in need of humanitarian assistance and of durable solutions. Due to the special emergency
situation in the Province of Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam, a mission to that area was not
feasible.
According to data from provincial authorities, as presented during the joint missions, the total
number of IDPs in Indonesia has been reduced to some 740,000 persons. At the same time,
however, it was noted that many relocated or returned IDPs are not yet fully integrated or
reintegrated.
A Follow-up Workshop on the Management of IDPs in Indonesia was then organised on 19-
20 June 2003, with the overall objectives to stimulate progress in the management of IDPs by
taking stock of the progress made towards the implementation of national policy on IDPs,
identifying possible obstacles and gaps, and planning options for future actions. Based on the
joint missions the major policy concerns and future planning options had been identified on
the following cross-cutting issues for the different IDP situations3:
• Reconciliation
• Protection and Security
• Land Ownership and Housing
• Coordination, Information and Data Collection
• Assistance and
• Economic Recovery and Development
The Workshop
This 1 ½ day workshop took place on 19-20 June in Sukabumi, some 60 km south of Jakarta
with a total of 70 participants, including 10 representatives from six provinces and
representatives from 15 Central Government departments and institutions, six UN agencies,
four donor agencies and 16 NGOs and ICRC. The workshop was opened by Mr. Budi
Atmadi Adiputro, Vice Secretary of Bakornas PBP, who outlined the Government strategy
towards the solution of the IDP problems in Indonesia, the continued need for international
1
The Indonesian term “Pengungsi” is used to signify both IDPs and refugees.
2
A list and the objectives of the joint missions can be found in Annex IV. The mission reports were made
available at the 2003 Follow-up Workshop and the findings were presented.
3
Presented in a Background Note for the Workshop and in the Matrix, see Annex I
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support and the expectations that the workshop would arrive at suggestions for solutions and
on how to implement the Government policy.
Mr. Budi Atmadi was followed by Mr. Michael Elmquist, Deputy UN Humanitarian
Coordinator and Chief of OCHA Indonesia, who presented the overall findings of the joint
Bakornas PBP/ OCHA missions. In closing, he indicated the need for greater and more
transparent information on solutions and rights; that the authorities and other organizations
can learn from the “best practice” experience in the different IDP situations; community
participation and the importance to solve land ownership problems.
The proceedings of the Workshop were co-chaired by Mr. Bakri Beck and Mr. Elmquist.
Updated presentations were made concerning the situation of IDPs in eight provinces, which
then led to a more general and cross-cutting discussion and review among all participants.
The already identified Issues, Problems and Concerns as well as Solutions were expanded
through this discussion and formulated into draft Conclusions.
During the morning of the second day, the draft Conclusions were presented for finalisation
and a number of participants had further proposals. In particular, two broad themes were
expanded on: (1) the long-term assistance and general support required for the populations
and areas affected by the conflicts and (2) the need to deal with, and reconcile, divided
communities that have experienced conflict.
Recommendations and Follow-up
On General Policy
1. Humanitarian assistance should be oriented towards longer-term solutions rather than
simply looking at extending existing projects and programmes.
2. Central Government policy should now:
• Have a greater strategic focus
• Tackle the root causes behind the conflicts and seek integrated solutions to the
problems caused by the conflicts
• Cooperate closely with Local Governments
• Focus resources on those IDPs still suffering severe hardship especially those
remaining in barrack accommodation
• Aim to protect the rights of IDPs and follow the Guiding Principles on Internal
Displacement to the extent possible in all programme and project development
Reconciliation
3. The process of reconciliation needs to be continued with greater involvement of all
stakeholders including community leaders, religious and adat leaders as well as by
those directly involved in the conflict.
4. Those traumatised by the conflict need the proper professional.
Protection and Security

5. The integration of Siskamling units at the sub-district level should receive budgetary
support from the district and municipal authorities.
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6. Government, NGOs and UN partners need to actively advocate for, and develop
socialisation programmes, to raise awareness of the importance of equal respect and
rights for all religious and ethnic groups in Indonesia, especially in those areas where
violence has occurred or the potential for violence exists.
Land, Property Rights and Housing

8. A special committee should be established to deal with problems of land ownership
and certification and the recovery of abandoned or surrendered property. This
committee should include representatives of the Department of Justice and Human
Rights, since the preservation and protection of property rights is an essential
component of their mandate. (This committee can only be established and provided
with necessary powers by Presidential Decree).
Coordination and Information

9. Coordination mechanisms need to be strengthened between provinces and between
the various tiers of government, including government coordination with UN and
international humanitarian organisations.
10. In accordance with Presidential Decree No. 3/2001 local Satkorlak PBP must be
properly resourced to effectively conduct their functions.
11. Bakornas PBP should compile a database on Operational Procedures and Standards
for the Handling of IDPs for consideration in formalising in Indonesian Government
regulations. The design and implementation of training in the application of
developed Standards is also an appropriate role for Bakornas PBP. Likewise, the
Department of Home Affairs is required to issue instructions to regional authorities in
the application of developed Operational Procedures and Standards.
12. Bakornas PBP has an important role to play in the development of more accurate and
applicable data systems, and as such should work closely and pro-actively with local
governments to further improve the collection and management of data.
Longer Term Planning and Recovery

13. Programmes need to focus on IDPs and surrounding affected communities as well as
communities affected by communal strife, but who did not flee.
14. There should now be a greater emphasis on budget support for infrastructure
development, the strengthening of local basic services and supporting the
development of the private sector. Follow-up support is also needed in resettlement
communities or those areas where people have recently returned.
15. Reconciliation strategies need to be integrated into long-term policy and programme
development: funds have to be adequately applied to such strategies including the
implementation and resourcing of effective prevention, mitigation and response and
early warning systems.
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DAY ONE
19 June 2003
Opening Session
The workshop was opened by Mr. Budi Atmadi Adiputro, Vice Secretary of Bakornas PBP,
together with Mr. Michael Elmquist, Deputy to the UN Humanitarian Coordinator and Chief
of OCHA, Indonesia.
In his remarks, Mr. Elmquist referred back to the May 2002 Bogor Workshop on the
Management of IDPs in Indonesia, as a watershed, both with regard to humanitarian
assistance and in regard to the fundamental rights of IDPs, as it had included a discussion on
the international standards contained in the Guiding Principles on Internal Displacement.
Overview and Government Policy Update

(Presented by Mr. Budi Atmadi Adiputro, Vice Secretary, Bakornas PBP)
In the opening address, Mr. Budi Atmadi gave an overview on the current situation of IDPs in
Indonesia. The communal conflicts, which struck Indonesia so savagely from 1998, have
since 2001 continued to abate. Many of the over one million internally displaced persons
(IDPs) who fled the conflicts are now, with the help of the Government and the international
humanitarian actors, resuming normal lives once again. But, many still live in circumstances
of considerable concern.
Government Strategy
As their continued displacement had been considered harmful to development, in September
2001 the Government adopted a three pronged strategy to solve the problem; the
encouragement and support of returns to places of origin as the main component; and only if
return is not possible, empowerment at the site of displacement; or supported relocation. All
efforts at assisting to solve the IDP crisis, including by the international humanitarian
organisations and local NGOs must be consistent with this policy.
There is still much more that needs to be done to solve the crises, particularly for the 740,000
persons that remain displaced. The National Government cannot do this alone and it is the
will and determination of local communities that is now most needed. Mr. Budi Atmadi
outlined the following key elements of a future strategy:
• The cause of the conflicts and violence need to be tackled and adequate law and order
needs to be ensured. Following the two Malino agreements4, developments have been
moving in the right direction, but the problems are not completely solved;
• The provincial governments will be the focal points in the search for solutions and for
assistance programmes. This will be in accordance with the Government’s plan to
decentralise social and other services.
• Priority will be given to solve the problems for IDPs in camps. This would help to
prevent radicalism and criminality, which are always dangerous factors in a
heterogeneous country such as Indonesia.
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The Malino I agreement of December 2001, concerning solutions for the conflict Central Sulawesi, and the
Malino II agreement on 18 February 2002, concerning the conflict in Maluku Province.
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The Government had signaled its plan that all IDP problems should be solved by the middle
of 2003, but in reality the problem of IDPs as managed at present, must continue until the end
of the year, and there will be no budget reduction. For these reasons it is essential that funds
remaining for the period 2003 to assist IDP solutions be put to maximum use. But the
Government will not allow the IDP problems to be used to disrupt the national elections
scheduled for mid 2004 and hence is determined to ensure durable solutions are put in place
for all IDPs by the end of this year. But this does not refute the rights of IDPs.
Those who continue to require support by this date will not be forgotten, although there will
be no central budget for IDPs in 2004. Their immediate needs and the development of long
term secure livelihoods for them will be delivered through the Government’s general social
programs already in place aimed at poverty alleviation, community and economic
development. The Government also recognises that assistance directed only at IDPs will not
fully resolve the problem.
The Central Government will continue to ensure that these strategic objectives are met,
through the provision of security, humanitarian assistance, coordination and empowerment of
local governments to overcome the challenges before us. As examples of coordination, he
mentioned the two regional inter-governmental evaluation meetings, which had been held in
Riau in April5 and in Manado in March 2003.
International Support
The assistance of the international community in meeting the humanitarian needs of the
affected population is appreciated and will continue to be needed. But, collaboration and an
integrated approach is essential to ensure that limited resources are put to best use and that we
have a common understanding of the problems and solutions required.
Mr. Budi Atmadi ended by welcoming the participation of the provincial Government
partners and the international humanitarian community to the workshop and expressed his
expectations that the workshop would arrive at suggestions for solutions and how to
implement the Government policy. Only through a coordinated and strategic approach can
the multiple crises before us be fully and totally solved.
In declaring the workshop opened, he stressed that it was an example of how the Government
had always coordinated closely with OCHA.
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Considerations for the Management of IDPs in 2003, presented by Bakornas PBP at the meeting in Pekanbaru,
Riau, was included in the documentation prepared for the Workshop.
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Review of Findings and Issues from the Joint Bakornas PBP/ OCHA Missions
(Presentation by Mr. Michael Elmquist, Chief of OCHA Indonesia)
Bakornas PBP and OCHA Indonesia conducted a series of joint missions to eight provinces
during the period of February-May 2003. The mission discussed the current situation of IDPs,
achievements and remaining problems with a range of officials and others concerned,
including displaced communities themselves. As a result, the joint missions identified six
recurring common issues6, of continuing concern, but also which in some provinces are
already being addressed by action:
• Reconciliation
• Coordination, Information and Data Collection
• Assistance and
• Longer-term Planning for Economic Recovery and Development
An additional objective of the missions was to assess the number of IDPs remaining in each
province. The teams were at times struck by the inadequacy of data on actual numbers of
IDPs. Data from the Provincial Government were compared with records at camp locations,
and in most cases estimates were found to be reliable, but in some cases significant
discrepancies existed, reinforcing the need for improved data management.
Based on the data obtained during the missions, the overall number of remaining IDPs in
these provinces would be some 740,000, almost a fifty-percent reduction in IDP number from
just one year ago7. This is a testimony to the success of recent efforts of the Government in
solving the crises.
Reconciliation – Protection and Security8

Of particular concern are the undercurrents of hatred and revenge that continue to infect some
communities that remain deeply divided along ethnic or religious lines. Recently established
or revived inter-communal working groups, aimed at encouraging dialogue, have in some
cases been slow in making real progress, particularly in those areas where violence was more
severe. Many people still live in fear, such as in Central Sulawesi and Maluku. Many persons
are still traumatised from witnessing severe violence and/ or losing loved ones.
Land Ownership and Housing

In every location the problem of property rights in land was stated as a major concern. There
are concerns over financial entitlements and whether the receipt of the “Termination
Package” will extinguish prior ownership and other rights relative to the community they
were forced to flee. There were many circumstances where properties left vacant are now
occupied by others, including areas used for cropping and harvesting. In most cases,
certification to this land does not exist compounding the problem.
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See summary matrix in Annex I. The Main Issues, Problems and Concerns were also elaborated in the
Background prepared for the Workshop, and all six mission reports made available in Bahasa Indonesia and
English.
7
Additional statistics presented at the Workshop from two provinces reduced the total number to some 660,000
as per Annex III.
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Mr. Elmquist made a power point presentation, of which the key issues are summarized here.
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Many houses had been destroyed and although the Government and the communities
themselves have made significant progress in rebuilding homes, some families complained
they were inadequate for their needs with an extended or large size family.
Coordination, Information and Data Collection

A lack of coordination of strategies, options, entitlements and assistance between the various
tiers of government, and across provinces and then back to communities themselves
suggested significant improvements could be made by enhancing the coordination,
management of data and information provided to affected communities. Many IDPs
mentioned that much of the information on available options, rights and entitlements is
inconsistent and uncertain. On the other hand some government staff remarked on the many
possible loopholes and incentives for re-registration and false claims, making the process of
assistance extremely difficult and fraught with possibilities for corruption.
Assistance and Long-term Recovery

Where there are still a large number of IDPs, their living conditions are typically cramped,
unhygienic and a strain on their host communities.
Delayed assistance has led to hardship for many IDPs, such as those uncertain as to their
future choices in North Sulawesi and North Maluku. This underscores the importance of the
effective use of budgeted funds for the remaining part of 2003. Although the concern for
security is still the major constraint to returns, a lack of livelihood opportunities in places of
origin has also proven to be a disincentive. Post return livelihood support and economic
development programming is needed in all of severely affected sites due to the widespread
destruction and/or abandonment livelihood assets.
In each location, all parties agreed that the imperative is to move to a normal life as soon as
possible.
Summing Up
Mr. Elmquist summarised the observations from the mission reports as follows:
• The need for greater and more transparent information of solutions and rights;
• That there is much experience and examples of lessons learned and of “best practice”
in provinces, which are useful examples for other areas;
• The need to involve the IDPs so they have ownership of their future;
• The need for community participation in the search for solutions to avoid some of the
problems mentioned above and to assist the reconciliation process;
• The problem of land ownership needs definite and immediate resolution; and
• That all parties should constantly remind themselves of the importance of ensuring
that the Guiding Principles on Internal Displacement be applied to the extent possible.
Comments from the floor

Delegates requested further clarification as to the planned changes in policy and status of
IDPs, including the impact of terminating the sectoral funds for IDP assistance at the end of
the year. Currently, Bappenas in partnership with the World Bank and UNDP is designing
programmes for post conflict area assistance in the sectors of education, health, community
empowerment and the development of the private sector. Some pilot projects are already
prepared. These plans and projects should be in accordance with the Government’s change in
policy for 2004.
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The representative from a Central Government department stressed the need for law
enforcement to be included in the programme; the importance of data to avoid duplication;
and inquired about Bakornas PBP’s role regarding coordination with NGOs and also about
OCHA’s policy for this year.
Problems of inadequate funding, particularly for post relocation support and impacted host
communities were also raised by some provincial delegates. This was exemplified for West
Kalimantan, where all IDPs had been relocated, but where no support had been given to the
surrounding population.
A delegate from Maluku pointed out that based on current budgetary allocations nearly
10,000 units (one unit per family) for required house reconstruction will not be funded this
year. He added that additional funds are also required for security and social guarantees. A
Central Government representative responded that although policies are being reviewed it is
better that full requirements are stated for this year to ensure full resolution. Bakornas PBP
should play a role in this regard through more intensive attention to data and needs on a
provincial basis. Accuracy of data is imperative to ensure sufficient budget allocations.
Responses
The Bakornas PBP Co-chair suggested the Department of Social Affairs is the most
appropriate agency to address some of these questions. The Government’s plan to offer
special assistance to IDPs and revoke their consideration as a special category in a budgetary
sense has partly been driven by concerns that the IDP issue could be used as a commodity
during electioneering preceding the national elections, and lead to the disruption of the
process. He reiterated that policy has to be solution oriented, otherwise if the period of
special assistance is extended surrounding communities will be affected and we may see a
growth in jealousies. Consequently, programme development needs to be more general in its
design and implementation.
In Maluku, the Departments of Social Affairs and Department of Settlement and Regional
Infrastucture will take the lead but solutions and reform will only be possible with adequate
security. Programmes have to focus on causes of the conflict as well as strengthening the rule
of law. There needs to be greater commitment and inputs into solutions by communities
themselves including NGOs and civil society groups. Government will continue its role of
coordination and facilitation to ensure consistency, avoiding overlap and transparency in
operations. International organisations can make a valuable contribution but it must be in the
context of Government policy. Coordination is key to improving the overall effort and
ensuring a common understanding of the problems and challenges. Donor countries can meet
gaps in the overall delivery of services and programmes that the Government is unable to
meet.
There are some regulations concerning the work of NGOs, although this is sometimes
perceived as bureaucracy. There needs to be a better understanding of the habits and cultures
of the various regions in which NGOs work. More effective coordination by government can
assist in this regard. We also have to guard against promises to communities that we are
unable, collectively, to meet. Victimising certain groups in the community is also counter-
productive. Misperceptions of the root causes of violence are common, and as a consequence
inappropriate interventions, thus the importance of collaborative forums such as this
workshop.
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In his response, the OCHA Co-chair stated that OCHA only has a coordination and data
management role. OCHA does not directly deliver services, programmes or funding. OCHA
works with other agencies within the UN and with international NGOs to develop a
coordinated strategy for assisting government in providing solutions to the people affected by
disaster including inter-communal violence. This strategy was constituted in appeals for
external assistance from donors throughout the world to meet gaps and/or enhance
governments’ capacity to manage the crisis effectively.
The current Appeal for Indonesia for 2003, launched in November 2002, requested a sum of
USD 72 million for programmes to assist the Government address the unmet needs of IDPs
and surrounding communities. To date some 40% of this amount has been received.
IDPs often have significant capacities as farmers, teachers, health staff and so on. OCHA
recognises that any successful strategy needs to build on these capacities rather than
perpetuate dependencies with external funding. It is the responsibility of the entire country to
assist their returns back to a normal livelihood and protect their well being and assets during
their time of displacement. The chronically poor throughout Indonesia were also included in
the Appeal, but solutions to their problems may need different responses. At that the same he
recognised the need for a balance between supporting IDPs and host communities.
Sustainable outcomes for those experiencing disaster or severe hardship is the best
investment for the future and, consequently, for the 2004 Appeal, OCHA will look towards
developing more longer-term solutions for the remaining humanitarian needs. This would
likely be the final emergency appeal for Indonesia as solutions are nearly realised. But, to get
to that point we join the Government in stressing the importance of good coordination and
broad participation by all those concerned, not least by those directly suffering as a result of
the multiple crises that have so seriously affected the country.
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Updates from the Provinces on Developments

since the Joint Bakornas PBP/ OCHA Missions
This session was co-chaired by Mr. Bakri Beck, Bakornas PBP, and Mr. Elmquist of OCHA.
Maluku
The IDP crisis in Maluku commenced following severe conflict between different religious
communities starting in early 1999. In the following 12 months nearly all of the areas in
Maluku were affected; some 30,000 homes and public infrastructure were destroyed.
Displacement occurred to neighbouring Sulawesi, where the lives of IDPs have partially
normalised. Apart from the large numbers of recent migrants or their descendants that
returned to Sulawesi, around 332,000 fled to other parts of Maluku, or were displaced within
Ambon. Further categories are those persons that fled from rural areas to other rural
communities where they felt safe, and those persons that moved to Maluku from other
provinces similarly affected by violence, notably North Maluku (just over 1,000 families).
Update provided by the Chief of the IDP Working Group for Maluku Province9
Due to the large numbers of IDPs in Ambon city, the Government has focused its efforts on
their plight. Basically there are two groups: those from rural Maluku that fled to the city and
those displaced within the city. Resolution of their problems requires two different strategies.
For those from rural areas the Government remains hopeful that most will return to their
communities of origin, once the situation is conducive. For those displaced within Ambon
their futures still remain uncertain as the city continues to be deeply divided along religious
lines, and most will probably seek assisted relocation.
In 1999 the Maluku Governor established a special working coordination group (Pokja) to
assist in the resolution of the crisis. The group is directly responsible to the Governor for
implementing strategies in coordination with Satkorlak and local governments. The group
(Pokja) was also tasked with to ensure the coordinated implementation of the February 2002
Maluku agreement in Malino. Data of IDP numbers, returns and home reconstruction is
collected from various provincial level offices, local governments and local NGOs. Most
IDPs from outside of Ambon have indicated a preference to return to their communities once
their safety is ensured, alternatively the Pokja is pursuing other options, in particular
relocation, so that their lives can be normalised as quickly as possible.
Some success in both relocation and rehabilitation of homes in communities of origin is being
realised: The number of destroyed houses before Malino agreement was 29,000 units and
after Malino some 19,500 units. In 2002, 21,776 houses were rehabilitated by the following:
1. Department of Resettlement and Regional Infrastructure 9,234 units

2. Department of Manpower and Transmigration 1,400 units
3. Department of Social Affairs 5,000 units
4. Others (yet to be implemented) 6,142 units
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Of the some 332,000 IDPs (64,000 families) displaced within Maluku, around 129, 800 IDPs
(24,940 families) had returned, of the remaining 202,800 IDPs/ 39,000 families, 19,400
(34,500 families) plan to return in the near
future. Assistance packages in accordance
with the Government’s programme of 3.75
million IDR per family, provided by both the
Department of Social Affairs and the
Department of Manpower and Transmigration,
had only been received by 10,000 families as
at the end of 2002 from the total estimate of
64,000 families entitled to assistance. Of the
13,800 IDP families that were displaced within
Ambon, some 7,000 families had returned
home, and around 3,500 had been relocated.
However, it is recognised some data is unreliable due to re-registrations and false

registrations. Creating accurate data sets and eligibility criteria for assistance are now major
priorities for the Pokja. In implementing the return and relocation programme the Provincial
Government is faced with several constraints:
• Inadequate funds for putting in place the agreements as laid out in the Malino-II
Declaration;
• Weakness of rule of law (ROL) continues to make registrations difficult and is
creating a perception amongst host and home communities that the IDPs are not to be
trusted;
• Lack of access to land for relocation and property rights of those displaced are still
unresolved;
• Coordination among all the stakeholders is still difficult and services in return and/or
relocation sites are still not yet fully functioning.
North Maluku and North Sulawesi

From August 1999, North Maluku was ravaged by inter-communal strife, similar to that
affecting Maluku. The roots of the violence contained its own local dynamic but the way it
spread, pitting members of two religious communities against each other throughout the
Province in the succeeding months, set off similar consequences to those suffered in Maluku.
Thousands of Christians fled to neighbouring North Sulawesi and to Tobelo from all over the
province, and thousands of Moslems were displaced from Tobelo and other areas to towns
such as Ternate. Many areas still remain segregated along religious lines. The Provincial
Government however has been able to encourage the return of the majority of the population,
and in other instances different types of assistance have been provided. In North Maluku the
major focus has been on returns, and from the initial estimate of more than 220,000 persons
having fled either within the Province or to North Sulawesi, the majority have returned, to or
nearby their original place of residence, many of them spontaneously, shortly after the end of
the conflict.
Update provided by the Secretary of Satkorlak PBP10:

Department of Settlement and Regional Infrastucture has estimated that some 23,300 homes
were destroyed during the conflict. Of those displaced as a consequence, over 12,000 families
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The Secretary also provided some briefings on North Sulawesi, since no representative of the North Sulawesi
Provincial Government could participate at the workshop.
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have returned to rebuild their homes. A remaining 1,900 families continue to be displaced in
North Maluku, 2,600 families in North Sulawesi (not including those that have received a
“Termination Fund”) and around 1,100 families fled to Maluku Province. In addition, 329
families of IDPs from Maluku Province fled to North Maluku. The main focus on returns has
been rural displacements and IDPs in Ternate (capital city) to Tobelo; and those displaced in
Tobelo to their original communities especially Ternate. At this time around 70% of those
displaced from Tobelo have returned. Of those who have returned spontaneously to Galela,
Obi and Bacan the greater part are civil servants (including teachers). There are still some
4,400 remaining IDP families in Ternate. Assistance for remaining IDPs in North Sulawesi
will be provided but costs of repatriation are yet to be settled between the authorities of the
two provinces. But there have also been setbacks, such as the clashes in Morotai, causing
IDPs to return to their displacement sites in Tobelo.
As in Maluku there is a
problem with eligibility criteria
for IDPs and instances of abuse
by those inappropriately
claiming assistance either by
not meeting basic criteria or re-
registering. Following more
thorough checks of actual
displacement it was found that
there were very few remaining
IDPs, eligible for assistance.
Data and bona fides must be
verified to the level of the
village. Another complicating
factor is the variance in the extent of damage to abandoned housing. Previously, many IDPs
claimed that the 7.5 million IDR offered was inadequate for rebuilding. There is now
available a mix of assistance packages of up to 15 million IDR per family (the actual cost
and/or assistance packages offered need to be revised based on classification of destroyed
homes). The Government now recognises that there has to be a more efficient balance of
assistance to ensure effectiveness, consistency and transparency. But, there is confidence on
the part of the Government that IDPs are very aware of the range of assistance available to
them. To augment and accelerate the rebuilding programme, TNI personnel have assisted in
some cases, especially with rehabilitating damaged communal facilities, such as schools and
health facilities.
The assistance of the Central Government has been much appreciated. Although significant
progress has been made, provincial authorities are further requesting continued support from
the Central Government, particularly for infrastructure renewal. To monitor the progress of
the rebuilding programme and ensure an efficient use of funds, the Government has
established independent monitoring teams. These teams are confirming earlier indications
that families are fragmenting to multiply opportunities for assistance and that sometimes
assistance packages for IDPs are generating jealousies with unassisted neighbours.
Future efforts should be broader in scope to mitigate against this trend. Assistance, both
governmental, non-governmental as well as international, should now be directed to conflict
victims other than the IDPs and towards general community development in both return and
relocation sites to integrate reconstructing communities and avoid the potential for new
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divisions and jealousies evolving. Throughout the villages of Central Halmahera (300
families), communities now live together, but they do not yet live as neighbours. In all
efforts, the village leaders play a key role, as they have the confidence of the population.
The North Maluku authorities are confident all objectives for resolving the crisis can be
effectively met by the end of 2003.
Discussion:
The experience in North Maluku shows that programming has to be solution-oriented and
implementation of programmes should be part of an agreed and coordinated approach.
North Maluku is an example of successful efforts for the solution of IDP crises. The national
assistance in both provinces are examples of what the United Nations organisations consider
to be an outstanding example, by international comparison, of very serious government
commitment to IDPs.
One participant asked about the plight of IDPs displaced from Maluku to Southeast Sulawesi,
mentioning that some 15,000 families still have insecure livelihoods in the Province partly
because of weak family linkages, as many had been living in the Malukus for two and even
three generations. “Is their plight considered by the Maluku authorities?” he asked.
Considering community recovery programmes, the Chair stated a need for stimulation funds.
To ensure that such programmes be integrated as part of an overall strategy of assistance and
not issued piecemeal, Bappenas was mentioned as an agency that could play an effective role.
Representatives from Central Government Departments pointed out that data from the
provinces was still weak hampering budget allocations. This is all the more crucial, as the
Department of Finance has to make allocations to various departments involved. In the
future, if IDPs fulfil criteria for assistance, they should receive further support through
provincial level programmes of poverty alleviation and community development In addition,
support for returnees needs to encompass advocacy and reconciliation, and an NGO
representative stressed that it was unrealistic to plan technical and material assistance while
the key areas for the reintegration of communities to be stable are reconciliation, security and
protection of civilians.
In response the North Maluku representative stressed a number of additional factors:

• IDP populations are often willing to accept relocation to safer places;
• Reconciliation efforts by the Government are limited but there is a plan in place. Joint
activities such as sports are part of reconciliation efforts;
• Returns are always preceded by pre-departure negotiations with community leaders
from the original site of displacement, ensuring returnees are always invited to return.
• The condition of IDP status is often questionable as many IDPs work and live back in
their home area but still claim IDP status. Names are sometimes sold to others. But,
the Government recognises that this is a complex issue and parties need
encouragement to resume their lives with dignity rather than be punished.
The Bakornas PBP Co-chair expressed his hope that better transparency, consistency and
understanding of the problems could be developed in the near future.
The Maluku representative mentioned some cultural differences between Maluku and North
Maluku; in Maluku deep divisions still mitigate against successful returns. Thus, a different
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approach is required. Also, the package of assistance available in Maluku (5 million IDR per
family) is considerably less than in North Maluku, which has led to some IDPs foregoing
house reconstruction for consumer spending. The extent of the problem in Maluku, with the
added budgetary constraints, has meant that the same degree of successful returns as achieved
in North Maluku would not be possible in the foreseeable future.
Concerning the persons who had fled to Southeast Sulawesi, he agreed that many of them
now feel like foreigners there. In principle, they were welcome back, but at present this was
not possible on a large scale.
East Java and Central Kalimantan

From the 1970s large numbers of migrants had been entering Central Kalimantan in response
to the development of forestry, mining and tree-crop industries. Ultimately, a clash developed
between many of the migrants mainly from the island of Madura in East Java and indigenous
residents commonly referred to as Dayaks. The peak of the conflict occurred in early 2001
when hundreds of Madurese settlers were killed and some 130,000 fled to East Java, most of
them back to Madura, to escape the spreading violence.
Update provided by the Head of the Central Kalimantan Social Affairs Office11:
Of the over 93,000 persons that fled to East Java Province in the wake of the violence 43,400
have been assisted in finding durable solutions to their displacement. Most returns have been
spontaneous to the 3 districts, where violence was limited to intermittent skirmishes; in the
districts affected by severe violence returns have not occurred and the general feeling of the
resident community is that the “time is not ready” to receive large numbers of the IDPs that
fled.
At a coordination meeting in Surabaya in November 2002, organised for the purpose of

discussing the assistance for the IDPs from Central Kalimantan, it was decided that the
commencement of the return process could be initiated in the near future; that to assist the
returns the two provincial governments would need to liase closely; that areas least affected
by violence should be resettled first; that the central Government (Bakornas PBP) would
assist in the smooth return of IDPs to their original homes; and that funds required for returns
be administered through both provincial governments. The Central Kalimantan authorities
held a further coordination meeting on 18 February 2003.
Government regulations have been issued in the most severely affected districts to assist the
return process; and the key to success of this process is to support and follow up spontaneous
returns and providing administrative operational costs. A request for operational funding
support is pending with the central Government, which through Bakornas PBP has
committed itself to monitoring and organising inter-provincial coordination meetings and
providing other support, as nearly all the IDPs in East Java12 have expressed a willingness to
return when conditions are conducive. Already a number of events have been organised to
stimulate the process of re-integration such as a Koran reading contests.
Comments from the floor:
11
The provincial representative also presented a written update on the Programme of Management of IDPs in
2003. No representative of the East Java Provincial Government could participate at the workshop.
12
During the Joint Bakornas PBP/ OCHA mission to East Java in February 2003, the provincial authorities
reported that most IPDs now in Madura wished to return, but that most of those living on East Java “mainland”
wanted to remain there.
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The need for an inter-provincial, rather than a provincial approach was emphasised.
North Sumatra
The neighbouring Province of Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam has suffered conflict during many
decades, including violence in conjunction with a separatist movement since 1976. As a
result many earlier migrants from other parts of Indonesia, had fled from this Province to
North Sumatra, seeking refuge from the conflict or intimidation. An estimated 23,000
families have sought refuge in North Sumatra since the violence escalated in 1999.
Update provided by the Secretary of Satkorlak PBP, North Sumatra Province:

As return is not considered a realistic option at this time, and IDP communities have since
settled into their host areas, empowerment is the appropriate policy response. At present, no
other province is accepting the relocation of IDPs. Most IDPs started to arrive in 1998 and
then many more followed in 1999. Previously 24,747 IDP families were recorded from Aceh,
this then, after district verification, declined to 22,320 families. The Provincial Government
verifications indicate that there are 15,277 IDP families of whom 5,546 families/ 22,184
persons have the right to receive assistance. Another 2,000 families, who are claiming the
IDP status, require further verification while a total of 12,000 families have already received
the termination grant.
As in other places the Government is concerned over frequent fraudulent claims and in one
particular case is taking legal action against the alleged offender. When 7,643 families had
been paid, the Department of Social Affairs suspended assistance for another 3,000 families
until their claims are properly verified. These families have demonstrated against the
suspension. If the problem of verification and fraud can be quickly solved the Provincial
Government is confident that the IDP problem can be resolved by year’s end.
Given the current military operation in the province of Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam, the
Provincial Government is also putting in place contingency arrangements for the possibility
of new IDPs, but to date only 393 families have arrived, and these persons originated from
North Sumatra. It is considered that Acehnese are afraid to cross the border into North
Sumatra.
Another strain for North Sumatra is the repatriation of illegal Indonesian workers from
neighbouring Malaysia.
Comments from the Floor…

The Bakornas PBP representative confirmed that the number of 5,300 additional families
entitled to a “termination payment” for 2003 is the current working estimate.
Central Sulawesi
The inter-communal conflict in Central Sulawesi Province started in December 1998,
continuing through 1999 and 2000 and gradually decreased in 2001. Estimates of the number
of villagers killed vary from less than 200 to more than 800 as initially estimated. It led to the
destruction of some 11,000 homes and other buildings such as 60 schools and to the
displacement of around 110,000 persons. Intermittent violence since has perpetuated deep
social tension up to this time and creates difficulties for authorities in implementing the
Government’s policy of fully resolving the IDP problem by year’s end. Yet, thousands have
returned to their home areas, temporarily or on a more permanent basis.
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Update provided by the Secretary for Satkorlak, Central Sulawesi Province
During the course of the violence over the last four years IDP figures in Central Sulawesi
have fluctuated with both partial and full returns followed by new waves of displacement, as
violence re-flared. Currently the Provincial Government’s total estimate is 31,326 families, of
whom 13,256 families have received livelihood and capital assistance, leaving a balance of
18,070 families (90,350 persons). In addition, around 5,000 are displaced in neighbouring
provinces.
The continuing precipitating factor preventing significant returns is security. The uneasy
peace settlement signed in South Sulawesi (Malino I) is punctuated with periodic criminal
actions on both sides elongating tensions. It is still uncertain as to whether the present relative
present calm is enduring because the community wants security, or due to the heavy presence
of security forces. There are still automatic military weapons in the possession of some
community members, and attacks by masked provocateurs are still common. The
communities want the military to stay, while trying to activate their own security
arrangements.
The Government has instituted a process of district fragmentation to alleviate the inter-
communal rivalries over district leaders that many believe initially fed the violence. But, it is
believed that this will not be a solution and may only intensify the divisions. Still, today, due
to trauma, very few Christians are prepared to return to Moslem-dominated areas, and very
few Moslems are prepared to return to Christian-dominated communities.
Although many remaining IDP families are yet to receive Government assistance, the scope
of the problem is much wider. Following violence not all affected persons fled, thus
reconstruction and service needs as well as the problems of trauma and lost livelihoods affect
many more than those displaced. In Poso District, the Government’s policy of returns,
relocation and empowerment can only be achieved through greater security.
The different types of assistance provided by the Government are still a source for confusion.
The various tiers of government and humanitarian organisations working in Central Sulawesi
need to improve coordination, consistency and transparency of available assistance. If the
security environment in Poso and surrounding areas can be strengthened then spontaneous or
unassisted returns could be expected. But, significant support will be required for the
reconstruction of services and infrastructure. Still, there are no clear instructions from the
Central Government as to available funding for reconstruction work, or which departments
will take the lead.
Comments from the floor…

These presentations by provincial officials were followed by a more general discussion. One
NGO representative also stressed the problem of security, and then inquired about
Government plans for 2004 and beyond.
It was pointed out by a representative from a Central Government department that new
regulations, such as in Central Kalimantan, for transmigrant ethnic groups to comply with
local cultural standards, were considered discriminatory by some, and although possibly
helpful in the short-term, in the long-term, they were possibly an infringement of human
rights. Although, it is recognised that mutual cultural respect needs to be encouraged to avoid
the inter-ethnic conflicts of the recent past it was suggested the whole issue needs further
clarification. Of greater concern is how certain ethnic groups have been targeted in the
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violence and continue to remain dispossessed of property, land and other assets. This whole
question has been avoided by the Government but will require resolution. Concerning land
rights, a Special Committee has been foreseen within the Department of Social Affairs, and
this needs to be activated.
The value of teaching tolerance and respect for local culture and ethics was further given
weight by several other workshop participants. One participant mentioned that regulations
were sometimes necessary.
One NGO representative inquired about the role of the Central Government in coordinating
and assisting in inter-provincial cooperation, where displacement has occurred across
provincial boundaries, including how to avoid different amounts for “termination grants” to
be paid in neighbouring provinces.
A UN staff member mentioned that nothing had so far been said about the special needs of
women and children in conflict settings, and stressed the importance of maintaining a focus
on these needs. The OCHA Co-chair responded that the vulnerability of a particular part of a
community needs to be assessed in each situation. The Bakornas PBP Co-chair mentioned
several programs of the national Office of Women’s Empowerment but stressed that support
for the particular needs of women and children need to be implemented by provincial
authorities within the particular context of the province.
Concerning budgetary and coordination issues, Central Government representatives

emphasised the following:
• Funds for North Sumatra could be quickly transferred once a coordinated request
from the Provincial Government is made.
• Efficient functioning of the recently established joint working group for Central
Kalimantan needs input and support from Bakornas PBP.
• The decree on the preservation and transfer and/or sale of abandoned property by
IDPs was not issued but needs to be revisited.
• For Central Sulawesi adequate funds are available: the Department of Social Affairs
has assisted 4,000 families, the Provincial Government has assisted another 6,000
through allocations received from the Central Government, and an additional 7,000
units of assistance have been allocated to year’s end.
• In response to the questions of consistency and variations in amounts of assistance it
was pointed out that different families have different needs, and that the Government
has the responsibility to seek the most cost efficient solution in any particular case.
East Nusa Tenggara

Of the some 290,000 refugees who fled East Timor into West Timor following the
independence ballot, approximately 28,000 (9,809 families) remain. Most of them are ex-
civil servants, police and military personnel. Most reside in camps in Belu District, but some
have chosen to accept Government assisted housing elsewhere within the Province.
Update provided by Co-chair from Bakornas PBP:

At present all of the remaining former refugees, are in fact considered de-facto Indonesian
citizens, which can be individually formalised by a re-registration procedure. But, although
most swear strong allegiance to Indonesia, some have indicated their uncertainty about future
choices of residence and assistance. If the ex-refugees choose to return to Timor Leste, IOM
will provide transport, and the Government will provide staging facilities, but the programme
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is no longer a focus for the Indonesian Government. The main strategy at this time is
relocation within West Timor. The Department of Settlement and Regional Infrastructure and
the Department of Social Affairs are currently providing homes for relocation. UNDP and
UNHCR are also prepared to assist with relocation outside of West Timor, but the numbers
choosing this option are expected to be low at this stage.
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Common Issues, Concerns and Solutions

Summing up
In summing up, following the provincial updates the Bakornas PBP Co-chair reconfirmed
that the Government’s policy on IDPs is valid for 2003 and sectoral budgetary assistance to
the provinces specifically for IDPs will only be made up to year’s end. Commencing in 2004
the emphasis will be on province-led strategies of poverty alleviation and economic
development programming directed not only to the IDP communities most in need but also to
other affected populations as well as the chronically poor regardless of the origins of their
plight. The Government recognises that at least seven provinces will still have IDP problems,
including the province of Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam, Maluku and Central Sulawesi, where
significant numbers of IDPs will continue to suffer the uncertainties of their future, but
considers this the most appropriate strategy at this point in time.
Policies and programmes will continue to be supported on a province-by-province basis,

reflecting the unique context and problems experienced between the various areas affected by
conflicts. The return of the Madurese settlers back to Central Kalimantan remains a long-term
problem, but through concerted efforts it is hoped that solutions for all will be realised. The
Co-chair mentioned the spontaneous return of some 1,000 persons to East Kotawaringin
District and emphasised the right of all Indonesians to freedom of movement within the
country.
General Discussion, Questions and Responses
East Nusa Tenggara and East Timor (Timor Leste)

Some participants discussed the special situation of former refugees from East Timor in East
Nusa Tenggara, and one participant asked about residents of East Timor returning to
Indonesia.
The Bakornas PBP Co-chair responded that persons returning from East Timor are
considered illegal immigrants and should be returned. Full control of the border, however, is
still a major challenge for the security authorities and the incentives for smuggling due to the
price differentials on basic commodities and fuel lead to frequent border violations. The
Government has a proposal to streamline the official border crossing point for the residents
living along the both sides of international border. Among other bilateral issues, the above
have been the outcomes of recent talks between the President of Indonesia and the Prime
Minister of East Timor.
Concerning resettlement of former refugees within East Nusa Tenggara, one participant
pointed out that three major factors continue to impinge on this programme: (1) the priorities
of the Government’s resettlement policy continue to change; (2) the number of ex-refugees
continues to fluctuate and so do their desires and choices; and (3) coordination between the
various tiers of government is often inefficient.
It was stated by a participant from a Central Government department that there is clear policy
to encourage voluntary repatriation, although following consultations with the United Nations
agencies it was agreed that after 31 December 2002 the status of refugees for the East
Timorese residing in Indonesia had been lifted, and they could choose to re-avail their
Indonesian citizenship.
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Longer-term Planning Strategy:

A number of participants from Central Government departments addressed the longer-term
aspects of reconciliation, protection, security, prevention and preparedness. One delegate
considered that longer term planning issues were not being adequately addressed: (1) Some
areas have had a history of re-destruction, rebuilt homes have sometimes been destroyed for a
second time, and this highlighted the importance of longer-term strategies aimed at solving
the root causes of violence. (2) Preparation of contingency planning is essential for early and
adequate response for any future conflicts. (3) One suggestion is the establishment of an
inter-departmental team to look at the issue and develop longer-term strategies for effective
prevention and mitigation of the conflicts.
Another participant added his Department had made a study on the management of IDPs and
developed Operational Procedures and Standards on the handling of IDPs13. It is planned that
this document would form the basis of a new, proposed Presidential Decree for IDP
management throughout the country.
The representative from another Central Government department considered that

international assistance should include capacity building and training elements within state
institutions to ensure national capacity for dealing with these types of crises as they may
occur in the future. In particular data management and planning functions need to be
strengthened. Awareness and appropriate responses to humanitarian problems also needs to
be improved. The potentially damaging and negative impact that racial stigmatisation
throughout the country creates, and the probable role that this has played in the conflicts, was
also mentioned as an issue that needs to be challenged. A great deal more effort has to be
applied to rid the country of cultural or ethnic stereotyping in accordance with the
Government’s commitment to international charters.
Another participant from a Central Government department stressed the importance of

building trust between conflicting parties, as the basic building block for reconciliation and
underlying the creation of secure environments. Confidence building is the prerequisite for
protection and security. Reconciliation required dealing with the real cause of the problems.
Communication between communities and religious groups must become a permanent and
sustained process. Finally, if there were adequate and functional law enforcement, small
events that lead to larger conflict would have been avoided.
In this connection, the participant from a donor agency asked about the Government’s plans
for achieving longer-term sustainable solutions in North Maluku.
Land Ownership, Rule of Law

There was widespread agreement that more had to be done to protect the property rights of
displaced persons. The Government should lead the process of instigating legal redress and
claims for lost property. The rule of law needs strengthening in all affected provinces, and the
community at large, including ethnic and religious leaders, needs to be more intensively
engaged in the process of conflict avoidance and the conduct of moral and legal standards.
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This document was submitted to the Bakornas PBP Co-chair
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DAY TWO
20 June 2003
The Bakornas PBP Co-chair stated that the main conclusions from the presentations and
discussion from day 1 had been summarised in both languages and invited participants’
comments and suggestions. This led to a number of additional comments, and he also invited
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Other Issues - Presentation by the OCHA Joint Chair

The OCHA Co-chair referred to the additional issues mentioned in the agenda for the
Workshop, based on the findings of the Joint Bakornas PBP/ OCHA missions.
Consultations with IDPs

The traditional “top down” approach often adopted by governments frequently resulted in
sub-standard outcomes, where durable and sustainable solutions are not realised. Affected
communities feel their lives are being managed for them and fail to develop local responses
to the challenges and problems they confront. It is important to engage broad participative
processes in the early stages of developing solutions to empower communities, in order to
ensure that outcomes are those that are desired and fit best with the needs of the affected
communities. West Kalimantan is perhaps an example where such participation has resulted
in durable solutions for most of those displaced. The suitable mechanisms for consultation
and participation will also be different from one place to another, but policy makers and
programme implementers should strive to maximise community participation in both the
relief and reconstruction phases of post-conflict. Local NGOs can be involved in this process.
Role of Civil Society

In both relocation and returnee sites it is important to encourage the involvement of different
groups to discuss issues and problems. The active involvement of civil society groups in the
process of peace building can help to prevent jealousies and potential divisions and the
prevention of future conflict.
Implementation
Activities must always aim to maximise benefits for beneficiaries from available limited
resources.
Funding (international and national)

The Government’s specific budget for IDP assistance will end this year. International
assistance will not take over the budgetary requirements for future years. Rather, the
assistance of the international community will be to supplement the Government assistance.
It will `continue to assist Government and local capacities with funding and technical
assistance only where it is demonstrated that the Government cannot meet the requirements
alone. International funding and expertise could add value to the IDP problems through
enhancing data collection and management capacities. IOM, OCHA, UNHCR and WFP have
some capacity and expertise in this area and can share their experience and resources in
systems development, collection and monitoring of data. East Nusa Tenggara is one area
where this has been implemented.
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The initial draft, the ensuing discussion and the written comments have been summarised in Annex II,
Summary of Conclusions and Recommendations.
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Psychosocial Support Activities

Trauma and related psychological and sociological problems continue to be a large unmet
need in most affected areas. More has to be done to develop programmes to assist
communities not only physically reconstruct their lives, but also to repair the psychological
damage of witnessing violence or losing loved ones during the conflict. NGOs and
community groups are particularly active and well placed for trauma counselling and peace
keeping dialogue. These can sometimes be better undertaken by NGOs than by governments,
but this then has to be done within a common framework.
Overall
OCHA’s role is to ensure needed activities complement and support each other.
Comments from the floor and Concluding Discussion

The ensuing discussion focused both on the OCHA Co-chair’s presentation on these
additional issues, as well as to conclude the reviewing of the earlier issues, concerns and
proposals for solutions.
Funding
Some participants asked about the provinces where the IDP problem could not be resolved by
year’s end. An appeal was made for an increase in funding in accordance with their ongoing
needs and requirements. One participant pointed out that the national policy on solving the
IDP crisis by year’s end, and the subsequent cessation of funding, may be admirable in intent
but is unrealistic: in most cases provincial and local governments will not have the capacity
or resources to meet the challenges and problems that they face.
The Bakornas PBP Co-chair responded that the Central Government will not ignore the
problem: on the contrary the aim is to continue to work with local authorities finding
solutions to the problems. But there is a need to develop more innovative approaches in the
context of the particular post-conflict environment and that is why provincial authorities will
lead programmes aimed at future assistance.
Prevention, Preparedness and Reconciliation:

A participant from a Central Government department pointed out that the role of the UN and
other international agencies (INGOs) should aim towards building local capacities wherever
possible to build self-reliance within Indonesia in responding to similar crises in the future.
Hence, the parameters of operations and assistance in some circumstances could benefit from
review. To eliminate the problem of IDPs is linked to the elimination of conflicts. Without
addressing the underlying causes of conflict, future problems could easily ensue.
The Bakornas PBP Joint Chair again pointed out the value of strengthening local response
and prevention capacities specifically the Satkorlak and Satlak bodies. Other government
participants believed that the Satkorlak model used in provinces affected by complex
emergencies could be duplicated in other provinces to help develop programmes that prevent
crises from arising and enhance response efforts when there is an emergency.
Calls to bolster efforts at conflict prevention were also expressed by INGO participants. In
this process active engagement of local communities, IDP representatives and civil society
groups is considered essential. NGOs can also share exemplary experiences in building local
capacity for peace building.
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North Sumatra was raised as an example, where a partial focus on preventive strategies
during this period of conflicts elsewhere, has helped in resolution and avoiding the spread of
violence. Strategies have paid attention to economic imbalances; meetings of regional
leaders; sponsored discussions among religious groups; a coordinating forum for youth;
representation of all ethnic groups in government departments; and reducing discrimination
through active implementation of anti-discrimination policies.
In Ambon, it was pointed out, suspicions have been the cause of conflict thus eliminating
feelings of revenge would be the solution. There had been religious fanaticism and
competition for government positions. A solution cannot be forced, once again indicating the
centrality of psychosocial, tolerance and trust building mechanisms in society and
opportunities for dialogue, which should be the cornerstones of successful conflict prevention
strategy building.
Another NGO participant raised the question of how the press could be engaged in the
process of peace building, particularly in areas where biased reporting has been perceived.
The Bakornas PBP Co-chair suggested this would be a more appropriate role for civil society
groups to pursue rather than Government.
The OCHA Co-chair mentioned that OCHA and other UN agencies had instigated a number
of activities to improve the role of media, including the press and also radio, in conflict
situations. These had been conducted over the last several years, and he offered that similar
activities could be introduced into other areas.
One donor representative pointed out a willingness to consider further funding for
programmes that contributed towards building tolerance and trust and treating the types of
psychosocial problems that may contribute to ongoing violent episodes. This could include
support for media activities or forums such as this Workshop.
Some of the participants from provinces also pointed out the dangers of fanatic behaviours
and belief, which underline much of the problems, and the need to eradicate the source of
such thinking.
Planning, Coordination and Information:

A number of delegates stressed more specific instructions on handling IDP problems need to
be disseminated down to local levels to assist full resolution.
An NGO participant commented on the need to refocus policy and programmes on durable
solutions and the consequent imperative to pay greater attention to planning at local levels.
Therefore, cooperation had to shift from the sharing of information to truly joint planning
between Government and other agencies. It was also agreed that the unique problems found
in the diversely affected provinces required specific responses. Coordinated planning, action
and response should be regionally, rather than issue based.
Other issues raised included the standardising of operational procedures for Satkorlak and
Satlak level authorities and the role that Bakornas PBP can provide in strengthening their
capacity; the provision of adequate budgeting for contingency, training and capacity building
requirements of provincial level agencies; the support of community level dialogue; the
encouragement of activities that assist in the reintegration of divided communities; and the
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need for deeper analysis of the sources behind the violence such as disputes over natural
resource development.
Many participants called for greater coordination and dialogue between Government, the UN
agencies, international NGOs, local NGOs and civil society in Indonesia to help determine
integrated solutions and develop common understandings of the problems related to inter-
communal conflicts, which have infected vast swathes of the country.
Some participants pointed out we are in a learning process in this endeavour, especially as to
how to share experiences and ideas about increasing community participation in policy and
programme development.
Closure
The Bakornas PBP Co-chair thanked all participants for their contributions and promised
close follow-up by Bakornas PBP. He then asked his Co-chair to formally close the
Workshop.
The OCHA Co-chair expressed his great appreciation for a frank, open and very concrete
review of the problems faced, and the solutions being undertaken or proposed. “Now indeed,
it is time to act on these proposals.”
He again praised the Government for its positive and pro-active attitude towards solving the
IDP problems, and that this had already resulted in a significant reduction in the overall
number of IDPs. He expressed his confidence that a concerted effort, by the Central and
provincial governments, and supported by the international community, could help resolve
the remaining problems within a reasonable timeframe.
Mr. Elmquist thanked all participants and also the support staff and declared the Workshop
closed.
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MAIN CONCLUSIONS
In some provinces the IDP problem will be nearly fully solved by the end of the year but in
some provinces significant numbers of families will continue to be displaced. The focus
should now be on finding long-term durable solutions for those that remain.
The experience with solving the IDP crises in Indonesia shows that best practice is achievable
when local government and civil society groups closely coordinate activities and share
experiences along with thinking in dealing with the problems underlying the conflict, as well
as treating its effects including overcoming post-conflict trauma suffered by victims of the
conflict.
Starting from 2004, assistance to IDPs and victims of conflict will not comprise a special
sectoral fund, but instead will be integrated with general poverty alleviation strategies and
funding except in the three provinces where longer-term solutions for significant numbers of
IDPs and ex-refugees are likely to remain unmet (that is, Central Sulawesi, Maluku and East
Nusa Tenggara). This change shifts greater independence to the provinces in dealing with
IDP issues and avoids the potential problems of creating jealousies in local communities as to
who is eligible for assistance. It also encourages a more holistic area strategy rather than a
piecemeal approach focusing only on one category of person. The Government is also
concerned that the IDP issue could be manipulated to disrupt the forthcoming national
elections.
In some circumstances spontaneous or “natural” returns are most appropriate (for example in
Central Kalimantan).
The Indonesian Government’s commitment to resolving the multiple crises of inter-

communal conflict and the resulting displacement has been exemplary by international
standards.
Reconciliation
It is recognised that reconciliation is an essential component in the full resolution of the IDP
problem. The process of reconciliation needs to be continued with greater involvement of all
stakeholders including community leaders, religious and adat leaders as well as by those
directly involved in the conflict. The involvement of communities more closely and actively
in the process of reconciliation will empower them to find their own solutions to future crises
and tension. The particular problem of assisting the recovery of those traumatised by the
conflict especially needs greater attention. Programmes need to be implemented that
encourage people to live peacefully with one another, be tolerant of differences and respect
the rights of others. More has to be done than simply providing material and technical
assistance; cross-communal activities need to be encouraged, and mind-sets need to be turned
towards resolving differences peacefully.

The application and strengthening of the role of law, order and security will help lesson
rumours and suspicion from spiralling out of control leading to violence. In several situations
such as Central Sulawesi and Maluku security forces will still be needed until the situation
becomes safer. New policies and support is required from the government to develop
independent, local security systems to fulfil the security role prior to the withdrawal of
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specialist TNI and Police Mobile Brigade forces. In several areas community leaders have
already assumed the responsibility for security.

The certification and recovery of land
and ownership rights is a problem
requiring urgent attention. The
establishment of a special committee to
deal with the problem of land and
property ownership claims in areas
affected by conflict has been mooted,
but requires a Presidential Decree to
authorise its formation and functions.
Limited funding from the Central

Government for house reconstruction
has restricted the rebuilding programme. Further external assistance will be required. The
variation of allocation and construction types of housing was noted between provinces and in
some instances within the same province but no recommendations for changing the current
approach were agreed to.

Coordination needs to be strengthened between the various levels of government and across
provincial boundaries. Coordination between UN and INGOs and the various levels of
government also needs further attention and improvement.
It is essential that Central Government, including Bakornas PBP are more responsive to
needs in provincial areas and take a pro-active role in ensuring the proper management of
data and standards of assistance are met at the provincial and municipal levels. In
acknowledging that there are significant variations in types and quantities of assistance
between, but also within, provinces, national Procedural Standards in the Handling of IDPs
were advocated by some participants. To advance this it was suggested Bakornas PBP
compile a database on Operational Procedures and Standards and design appropriate
activities for their implementation, including the training of staff from local authorities.
In accordance with Presidential Decree No. 3/2001 local Satkorlak PBP must be resourced to
adequate levels, this includes the authority to obtain, use and develop resources at provincial
levels. Provincial and local governments require instructions on the handling of IDPs from
the Department of Home Affairs to better improve local mechanisms.
All delegates agreed that there is significant scope for engaging more actively with
community and religious leaders, civil society groups and local NGOs in the development of
strategies, which have the potential to widen and build on the reconciliation process.

Programmes need to focus on both IDPs and surrounding affected communities to prevent
growing antagonisms based on jealousies over privileged assistance. An area approach will
also aid a more holistic strategy of reconciliation and reintegration of divided communities.
Assistance should also focus on the needs of those affected by the communal strife but chose
not to flee. There should now be a greater emphasis on budget support for infrastructure
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development, the strengthening of local basic services and supporting the development of the
private sector. Follow-up support is also needed in resettlement communities or those areas
where people have recently returned such as in West Kalimantan and Sulawesi Tenggara to
ensure even development with the surrounding area, reducing alienation of ex-IDPs, and
ensuring that basic services are met.
To prevent the emergence of new conflicts arising ongoing attention to security and law and
order are essential. Reconciliation strategies need to be integrated into long-term policy and
programme development: funds have to be adequately applied to such strategies including the
implementation and resourcing of effective prevention, mitigation and response and early
warning systems. These processes must be ongoing and permanent.
Data Collection
Common and agreed data are important for central budgeting, efficient planning and
prioritising those areas most in need with adequate and appropriate resources. The overall
figure of IDPs in Indonesia of 740,000 as determined during the joint Bakornas PBP/ OCHA
missions, appears to be in the right order of magnitude, although in some cases provincial and
district level data varied and hence requires more rigorous attention. Data should always be
disaggregated by gender and age to enhance planning and response.
RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Humanitarian assistance should be oriented towards longer-term solutions rather than
simply looking at extending existing projects and programmes.
2. Central Government policy should now:
• Have a greater strategic focus
• Tackle the root causes behind the conflict and seek integrated solutions to the
problems caused by the conflicts
• Cooperate closely with local governments
• Focus resources on those IDPs still suffering severe hardship especially those
remaining in barrack accommodation
• The rights of IDPs has to be protected and the Guiding Principles on Internal
Displacement should be implemented to the extent possible in all programme and
project development
Reconciliation
3. The process of reconciliation needs to be continued with greater involvement of all
stakeholders including community leaders, religious and adat leaders as well as by
those directly involved in the conflict.
4. Those traumatised by the conflict need the proper professional support to help them
overcome the problems of mental trauma.
5. Programmes need to be implemented that encourage people to live peacefully with

one another, be tolerant of differences and respect the rights of others; and cross-
communal activities that promote peaceful reintegration of divided communities need
to be encouraged where possible.
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6. The integration of Siskamling units at the sub-district level should receive budgetary
support from the district and municipal authorities.
7. Government, NGOs and UN partners need to actively advocate for, and develop
socialisation programmes, to raise awareness of the importance of equal respect and
rights for all religious and ethnic groups in Indonesia, especially in those areas where
violence has occurred or the potential for violence exists.

8. A special committee should be established to deal with problems of land ownership
and certification and the recovery of abandoned or surrendered property. This
committee should include representatives of the Department of Justice and Human
Rights, since the preservation and protection of property rights is an essential
component of their mandate. (This committee can only be established and provided
with necessary powers by Presidential Decree.)

9. Coordination mechanisms need to be strengthened between provinces and between
the various tiers of government, including government coordination with UN and
international humanitarian organisations.
10. In accordance with Presidential Decree No. 3/2001 local Satkorlak PBP must be
properly resourced to effectively conduct their functions.
11. Bakornas PBP should compile a database on Operational Procedures and Standards
for the Handling of IDPs for consideration in formalising in Indonesian Government
regulations. The design and implementation of training in the application of
developed Standards is also an appropriate role for Bakornas PBP. Likewise, the
Department of Home Affairs is required to issue instructions to regional authorities in
the application of developed Operational Procedures and Standards.
12. Bakornas PBP has an important role to play in the development of more accurate and
applicable data systems, and as such should work closely and pro-actively with local
governments to further improve the collection and management of data.

13. Programmes need to focus on IDPs and surrounding affected communities as well as
communities affected by communal strife, but who did not flee.
14. There should now be a greater emphasis on budget support for infrastructure
development, the strengthening of local basic services and supporting the
development of the private sector. Follow-up support is also needed in resettlement
communities or those areas where people have recently returned.
15. Reconciliation strategies need to be integrated into long-term policy and programme
development: funds have to be adequately applied to such strategies including the
implementation and resourcing of effective prevention, mitigation and response and
early warning systems.
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Annex I
Main Issues, Problems and Concerns
Based on the Joint Bakornas PBP/ OCHA Missions and other Documents15
Issues Problems and Maluku N. N. East Central North Central East Nusa West Papua
Concerns Maluku Sulawesi Java Kaliman Sumatra Sulawesi Tengara Kalimanta
tan n
a a a
Reconciliation Returns taking place to
segregated communities
a a a
Hatred & a sense of
revenge exist
a a a
Forums established
(Pokja), progress still
slow
a a a
Dialogue between IDPs
and host communities of
concern
a a a
Protection Fear of personal security
and Security still remains
a a a
Termination grants risk
precluding further
assistance
a a a a a
Issuance of new ID
cards to former IDPs
a
IDPs are not consulted
before decisions made
a a
Prevalence of conflict
trauma
15
The “ a” indicates that the issue or concern is highlighted in the joint mission reports; either that the issue needs to be addressed or is being addressed. It is therefore
incomplete, and could be reviewed and completed during the Follow-up Workshop on IDPs, 19-20 June 2003.
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Issues Problems and Maluku North North East Central North Central East Nusa West Papua
Concerns Maluku Sulawesi Java Kalimanta Sumatra Sulawes Tengara Kalimanta
n i n
a a
Land Protection of rights to
Ownership and land/housing/harvests
a a a a a a a a a
Housing Registration and
certification of land
ownership
a
Discontent with the
provided housing
a a a
Destroyed and also
occupied houses
a a
Coordination, Information
Information and campaign essential to
Data Collection make IDPs aware of
their options, rights
and obligations
a a a a a a
Communication
between interlinked
provinces on IDP
issues
a
Communication
between different
levels of government
a a a a a
Inconsistent or
uncertain data on
IDPs at various level
of government
a a a
Needs IDPs
registration/
verification
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Issues Problems and Maluku North North East Central North Central East West Papua
Concerns Maluku Sulawesi Java Kalimantan Sumatra Sulawesi Nusa Kalimantan
Tengara
a a
Assistance Halted Govt.
assistance to IDPs has
led to hardship
a a
Limited and delayed
fund transfers caused
slow implementation
and ineffective fund
usage
a a
Economic Lack of jobs and
Recovery & livelihood income
Development sources discouraged
IDPs return
a a
Inadequate essential
services in return/
relocation sites
a a
Post -return/ relocation
follow-up by
authorities
a a a a
Design and
implementation of
Integrated programmes
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Annex-II
DRAFT Conclusions
General
1. Shift from humanitarian assistance to durable solutions.
2. Humanitarian aid should be oriented towards solution approaches and not to
project approaches.
3. Best practice is provincial government and related parties cooperating or
exchanging experience including in managing post conflict trauma.
4. Central Government policy update:
a) Strategy to be more focused.
b) Solve problems that cause conflict by adopting an integrated problem and solution
approach.
c) Leadership to be provided at the provincial level.
d) Concentrate on IDPs still living in camps.
e) From 2004, no special budget for IDPs or victims of socio-economic problems in
the sectoral budget; has to be integrated by each province in provincial budgets for
poverty alleviation and development programmes, except for Maluku, Central
Sulawesi and West Nusa Tenggara Provinces which still can receive sectoral
funds after the end of 2003.
f) The rights of IDPs will remain and be considered.
5. Some provinces (North Maluku and North Sumatra) expect to close special IDP
programmes by the end of 2003. Others (Maluku, Central Sulawesi) will not be
able to.
6. In some situations (Central Kalimantan), spontaneous returns are more feasible
and appropriate.
7. The commitment on IDP issues by the Government of Indonesia is exemplary by
international standards.
Reconciliation
1. Reconciliation is the most important component in closing the IDP crises.
2. The process of reconciliation is incomplete; need to continue with external efforts
that involve the participation of IDPs and the community, etchnic-group leaders,
religious leaders, community leaders, and youth leaders.
3. Important to involve the IDPs themselves, for their own empowerment.
4. Need to deal more effectively with traumatic problems caused by the conflicts.
5. Community members should be encouraged to live side by side and respect each
other as good neighbours that value rights.
6. Technical solutions are not enough.
7. Inter-community activities, for example, sporting activities could help. Though the
activity has to be designed so as not to create rivalry but support cooperation.
8. Conflicting parties should be made part of the sustainable development process.
9. Important that different communities are not stigmatised.

1. Law enforcement, security and order needs to be strengthened in the
neighbourhood to reduce suspicions between the inter-ethnic/ religious
communities.
2. In certain situations (Central Sulawesi, Maluku) security forces from Police and
TNI are still needed until the situation is conducive for community reconciliation
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and until communities indicate they are ready while they develop their own,
independent security arrangements.
3. In other areas, community leaders can assume responsibility.
4. Integrate community security systems and to allocate a special budget from the
district government to the sub-district government to empower community
security system. All stakeholders need to conduct information and advocacy
activities to the community to ensure that every Indonesian citizen is entitled to
security protection regardless of their ethnicity and religion, (especially relevant in
conflict prone areas).
5. TNI does not have the authority to act on its own in conflict situations but must be
issued with orders from the President to assist Police with the restoration of order.
6. Greater focus and assistance needs to be provided to other victims of conflict, in
addition to the IDPs.
Land, Property and Housing

1. Land ownership and availability is a crucial problem.
2. A special committee on land and property has been foreseen, initially led by the
Department of Social Affairs, but as yet awaits a Presidential Decree; this issue
needs to be followed up considering that this is a part of the Government’s
responsibility. This committee will involve related Government institutions,
including Department of Justice and Human Rights since land ownership and
housing issues have some relation to justice and rights.
3. Housing construction has sometimes stopped due to funding issues, such as when
provinces have had to top up Central Government funding from inadequate
resources.
4. There are variations in housing construction and allocations. Consistency is
important to avoid disputes while meeting particular needs and aiming at
minimising costs in any particular location are desirable.

1. Needs further strengthening between different levels of the Government.
2. Also needs strengthening between authorities and NGOs, examples were given of
how different approaches had been modified.
3. Important that the central authorities, including Bakornas PBP, need to be more
responsive by standardising organisation or institution units of the team from
provincial to district levels.
4. Variations of payments were noted between different provinces.
5. The establishment of national Standard of Procedures for Management of IDPs
was suggested, but the proposal needs further discussion and clarification.
6. Bakornas PBP has a central role regarding information and also in coordinating
authorities of different provinces.
7. Provincial, district and municipalities need to operationalise the President Decree
No. 3/ 2001 to empower Satkorlak PBP in handling cross-sectoral IDP issues.
8. Local policies need to include preventive action through community participation
(ethnic-group leaders, community leaders, religious leaders, youth organisations
and NGOs).
9. Provinces, districts and municipalities are expected to carry out local policies on
the management of IDPs. The Home Affairs Ministry to develop and provide
instructions.
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10. Bakornas PBP to develop software of General Guidelines, Procedures and

Standards.
11. Bakornas PBP to have a human resources training programme.
12. Bakornas PBP has a central role regarding data availability and accuracy, and to
coordinate with related institutions in order to develop a macro policy on the
management of IDPs.
13. Need to strengthen coordination efforts through common planning between
institutions within provinces, between provinces and between government, NGOs
(local and international) and UN agencies.
Longer-Term Planning and Recovery

1. Programmes should focus jointly on the surrounding community as well as the
IDP themselves since there have been some jealousy and violent incidents and it is
also important to prevent new conflicts.
2. Programmes should also focus on areas of destruction, and on the populations,
which were affected by conflict, yet stayed in the conflict areas.
3. Stimulation funds, strengthening of services and development of the private sector
are needed. Economic empowerment should consider market approaches,
4. In general, post-conflict assistance was emphasised: important in areas where the
IDP problems have been solved, such as in West Kalimantan and Southeast
Sulawesi, but where many IDPs still feel like strangers.
5. Prevention of conflict reoccurring: a special team should be established to look at
the issue and develop longer-term strategies for effective prevention, mitigation
and response; law enforcement and litigation are important.
6. Process of reconciliation must be ongoing and permanent.
7. The allocation of funds is necessary for contingency planning.
Data Collection
1. Overall figure of IDPs in Indonesia: some 740,000 as determined during the joint
Bakornas PBP/ OCHA missions appeared to be the right order of magnitude, but
some variations by province were reported.
2. Data should always be disaggregated by gender and age to enhance planning and
response.
3. Variations in data between different institutions should be reconciled.
4. Common and agreed data are important for central budgeting.
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Annex III
Remaining IDP Numbers in Indonesia (Year 2003)16
Provinces As reported during the joint As modified during the

Bakornas PBP -OCHA workshop
missions (Persons) Persons Families
Maluku 332,5481 202,783 39,018
North Maluku 49,580 34,166 12,832
North Sulawesi 2,865 **13,000 2,600
East Java (Madura) 173,969 **129,919 30,294
North Sumatra 115,76518 22,184 5,546
Central Sulawesi 36,071 156,620 31,326
East Nusa Tengara 28,000 **28,097 9,805
Other (Papua) 466 X X
Total17 (rounded) 740,000 586,769 130,701
Notes:
- Estimated number of IDPs compiled from the OCHA/ Bakornas PBP joint
report indicates the remaining number of IDPs in Indonesia is 739,264
- Reports from various provincial representatives on the remaining IDPs
number during the workshop could not be computed due to incomplete data.
- ** Representative of the province was not present at the workshop.
- Data (for the provinces which were not represented at the workshop) are the
estimation number of IDPs based on the confirmation of Bakornas PBP with
provincial Satkorlaks.
16
Data verification exercises are planned, notably in Maluku and North Sumatra
17
In addition, there is a fluctuating number of IDPs in the province of NAD (Aceh), considering the special
emergency situation in the province.
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Annex IV
Bakornas PBP and UN-OCHA Joint Missions in 2003 and

Regional Coordination Meetings of the Government
In February-May 2003, Bakornas PBP and OCHA undertook the following joint missions to
the provinces with the major IDP populations:
East Java 17 - 19 February

Central Sulawesi 11 - 15 March
Maluku 26 - 29 March
North Sumatra 31 March - 3 April
West Kalimantan (OCHA only) 1 - 4 April
East Nusa Tenggara (West Timor) 22 - 23 April
North Maluku and North Sulawesi 6 - 10 May
The objectives of the missions were to assess:

• The current conditions of IDPs;
• Progress in implementing the National Policy;
• The number of IDPs, especially those still in need of humanitarian assistance and of
durable solutions. This assessment was of importance for planning and programming,
and for continued donor support.
Reports from these missions were presented at the Follow-up Workshop, 19-20 June 2003,
both in Bahasa Indonesia and English. Separate visits also took place to other provinces,
including Papua, during which situation updates were also obtained.
The Government also reviewed its policy implementation at two regional coordination
meetings in Pekanbaru and Manado, at which the following principles were outlined18:
• The policy implementation is now focused on the seven provinces of Aceh, North
Sumatra, Maluku, North Maluku, Central Sulawesi, Madura in East Java and East
Nusa Tenggara;
• Policy implementation in other areas will be handled by the Department of Social
Affairs;
• Returned or relocated IDPs will be handled through the Poverty Alleviation
Programme;
• The handling of IDPs has to consider the socio-political situation in respective
provinces;
• Termination is replaced by an empowerment programme/concept; priority is for
IDPs in camps.
18
As outlined in a presentation by the Deputy of the Handling of IDPs of Bakornas PBP at a regional
coordination meeting of the Social Affairs Offices (Dinas Sosial) and Satkorlak PBP of the western Indonesia
area, in Pekanbaru, Riau, 4-6 April 2003. Document available in Bahasa Indonesia and unofficial translation in
English.
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Annex V
FOLLOW-UP WORKSHOP ON THE MANAGEMENT OF IDPs IN INDONESIA

(19 – 20 June 2003, Lido Sukabumi)
Day One Day Two
08.00 Registration 08.30 Discussions:
• Summing-up from Day 1
09.00 Welcome and Official Opening, • Presentation of draft conclusions re. main policy
Mr. Budi Atmadi, Vice-Secretary of Bakornas PBP issues
Welcome from OCHA,
Mr. Michael Elmquist,Chief of OCHA Indonesia
09.30 Government Policy, Update 09.30 Other Issues

Mr. Budi Atmadi, Vice-Secretary of Bakornas PBP • Consultations with IDPs
• Role of Civil Society
10.00 Review of joint OCHA/Bakornas PBP report from missions • Implementation
to provinces in February-May 2003, main issues • Funding, national/international
Mr. Michael Elmquist, Chief of OCHA Indonesia
• Data collection
• Reconciliation • Other
• Coordination and Information
• Longer-term Planning and Economic
Recovery
Questions
10.45 Tea/Coffee Break 10.30 Tea/Coffee Break
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11.15 Updates of developments since the Joint Bakornas PBP/ 11.00 Plenary
OCHA missions Action Plan
- short presentations by province/ situation: Conclusion
1. Maluku (15 min.)
2. North Maluku/North Sulawesi (20 min.) 11.20 Closure
Questions and discussion Mr. Budi Atmadi, Mr. Michael Elmquist
12.30 Lunch Break 11.45 Prayer Time and Lunch - END

13.30 Short presentations (continued):
3. East Java/ Central Kalimantan (20 min.)
Questions and discussion
4. North Sumatra (10 min.)
5. Central Sulawesi (10 min.)
15.00 Tea/coffee Break
15.30 Short presentations (continued):
6. East Nusa Tengara (10 min.)
7. Other provinces (Bakornas, 15 min.)
Questions and discussion (30 min.)
16.30 Summing up of Key Policy Issues

• Reconciliation
• Coordination and Information
• Longer-term Planning and Economic
Recovery
Bakornas PBP & OCHA

General discussion, conclusions for preliminary drafting
17.30 Close
19.00 Dinner
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Annex VI
LIST OF PARTICIPANTS
FOLLOW-UP WORKSHOP ON THE MANAGEMENT OF IDPS IN INDONESIA
Lido Lakes Hotel, Sukabumi, 19-20 June 2003
No. Name Title Govt/ Agency/ Orgs Telephone E-mail Address Cellphone
Government
1 Budi Atmadi Adiputro Wakil Sekretaris Bakornas PBP Bakornas PBP 345-8400 0811-833-510
Kepala Biro Perlindungan dan
2 Bakri Beck Penyelamatan Pengungsi Bakornas PBP 345-8400 0811-889-098
3 Sugiharto Kepala Bagian Bimbingan Mental Bakornas PBP 345-8400 0812-892-3390
4 Maria Sidangdoki Kepala Bagian Sosialisasi Bakornas PBP 345-8400 0812-924-3224
5 Iwan Subiantoro Staff Bakornas Bakornas PBP 345-8400 0817-482-0056
6 Bambang Sulistianto Kepala Bagian Penyelamatan Pengungsi Bakornas PBP 345-8400 0813-103-55549
7 Agus Sadiyarso Kepala Bagian Pengembalian Pengungsi Bakornas PBP 345-8400 0812-921-3664
8 Endang Istiani Kepala Biro Pemberdayaan Pengungsi Bakornas PBP 345-8400 0811-852-663
9 Tatang Chaidar Kepala Biro Rekonsiliasi dan Sosialisasi Bakornas PBP 345-8400 0811-857-095
10 Wibowo Kepala Bagian Bantuan Sosial Bakornas PBP 345-8400 0812-185-6170
11 Hosna, S. Ip Kepala Seksi Anggaran Departemen Keuangan 0811-841-536
12 Mardi Direktur BSKBS Departemen Sosial 3100-469 0812-804-0879
13 Doti Indrasanto Kepala Pusat PMK Departemen Kesehatan 0811-173-712
14 Setio Utomo Kelompok Kerja Bappenas 314-2757 bigbergola@yahoo.com 0817-993-5174
15 Haris Kelompok Kerja Bappenas 314-2757 dliya@yahoo.com 0816-616-73230
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No. Name Title Govt/ Agency/ Orgs Telephone E-mail Adress Cellphone
Departement Tenaga Kerja dan
16 Ma'fitah Direktorat PK Transmigrasi 799-666
17 Deddy E. Rivai Kepala Biro Departemen Pertanian 780-4016
18 Bunyan Saptomo Direktur Departemen Kehakiman dan HAM bsaptomo@yahoo.com 0812-804-1411
19 Primanto Hendrasmoro Departemen Luar Negeri 384-2714 primantohendrasmoro@hotmail.com 0912-9593-198
20 Dr. Ir. Yusuf Yuniarto, MA. Dir. Perkim Wilayah Timur Dep. Kimpraswil 726-9232 tatokyy@yahoo.com 0811-183-835
21 Drs. Agoes Santoso, MM. Kepala Bagian Evaluasi Program Biro Perencanaan Setjen Depdiknas
Kementrian Pemberdayaan
22 Hudiono Asisten Deputy Perempuan 380-5563
23 Drs. Soetarto, MM Staff Ahli Bidang Penerapan Nilai Dasar Kementrian Koperasi & UKM 5299-2879
24 Drs. Affani Mirza Kasubang Politik dan Keamanan Departemen Dalam Negeri 344-1522
25 M. Harris Sitompul Asdep 3 Urs Partisipasi Masyarakat Kementrian Polkam 384-0846 0812-975-2206
Kepala Badan Kesbang Linmas/ Sekretaris Badan Kesbang Linmas, Maluku

26 Drs. Bachrun Mansur Satkorlak Maluku Utara Utara (0921) 328292 0812-444-1373
27 Kasman AK, SH. Wakil Ketua Bidang Adm Umum Sekretariat Satkorlak PBP Prop NAD 0812-690-1103
28 Ir. A. Rahman Soemena Ketua Posko Dinas Pekerjaan Umum Maluku 0812-417-1823
29 Ir. W. Linggar Dinas Pekerjaan Umum Maluku 0812-414-9968
30 Gumyadi Sekretaris Satkorlak PBP Sekretariat Satkorlak PBP Sulteng (0451) 424-992 0811-452-400
31 Edy Saragih Sekretaris Satkorlak PBP Sekretariat Satkorlak PBP (061) 457-009 0812-601-4029
32 Drs Ishak Hasamy Kasudin Bantuan dan Jaminan Sosial Dinsos Prop NAD 0811-690-0583
33 Drs. HM Jusuf Mansyah Kepala Bidang Kesbang Sekretariat Satkorlak PBP Kalbar (0561) 737-7844
34 Mochamad Helmi Kepala Dinas Sosial Maluku Utara (0921) 21260 0812-475-0455
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35 Drs. Suroso Kepala Dinas Kesejahteraan Sosial Dinsos Prop Kalimantan Tengah
36 Kol. Inf. Hikayat Paban IV/ Banter Ster TNI Mabes TNI Cilangkap 8459-5487
UN Agencies
1 Zhigang Weng Adviser World Food Programme 570-9004 zhigang.weng@wfp.org 0811-909-412

United Nations High Commissioner
2 Caroline Verma Assistant Regional Representative (Legal) for Refugees 391-2888 spannuth@unhcr.ch 0811-193-875
United Nations Development
.4 Kusuma Adinugroho Senior Programme Officer Programme 314 1308 kusuma.adinugroho@undp.org 0811-952-684
5 Ayda Eke Emergency Project Officer United Nations Children's Fund 570-5816 ext 290 aeke@unicef.org
6 Lily Widia Puspasari Consultant United Nations Population Fund 314-1308

Office for the Coordination of
7 Michael Elmquist Chief, OCHA Indonesia Humanitarian Affairs 314 1308 elmquist@un.org 0811-996-948
8 Staffan Bodemar Consultant, OCHA Humanitarian Affairs 314 1308 staffan.bodemar@undp.org 0813-1045-0607
9 Kevin O'Reilly Head of UNRC Central Sulawesi Humanitarian Affairs 314 1308 oreilly1@un.org o811-456-801
10 Angeline Dian Paramita Secretary, OCHA Humanitarian Affairs 314 1308 paramitaa@un.org 0811-836-277
Donors
1 Prisca Seridanta Program Officer AusAID 2550-5564 prisca_serianta@ausaid.gov.au

European Community Humanitarian
2 Linda Ivonne Rupidara Program Assistant Office 573-8308 linda-ivonne.rupidara@cec.eu.int 0815-932-0271
Third Secretary (Political and Public
3 Jennifer Hart Affairs) Canadian Embassy 2550-7823 jennifer.hart@dfait-maeci.gc.ca 0816-738-693
4 Zullia Saida Program Officer USAID 3435-9000 ext 9358 Zsaida@usaid.gov
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NGOs (National & International) & International Organisation

Tim Relawan untuk Kemanusiaan
1 Jefferson Tasik Koordinator Ambon 0911-356216 jefferony@yahoo.com 0813-4270-2175
Centre IDPs Service GAMKI-GMKI
2 Winston Neil Rondo Koordinator Umum Timor 0380 - 833210 cis_timor@telkom.net 0811-383-960
3 Herve de Baillenx Country Director CARDI 726-2452 hdebaillenx@cbn.net.id
4 Samuel Nuhamara Project Manager Project Concern International 739-9708 snuhamara@yahoo.com
5 Leopold Sudaryono Programme Officer Oxfam GB (0274) 584 722 lsudaryono@oxfam.org.uk
6 Stina Carlsson Communications Officer Save the Children UK 719-7681 stina@savethechildren.or.id 0811-887-254
7 Budi Raharjo Assistant Representative Save the Children UK 719-7681 budi@savethechildren.or.id 0816-187-6662
8 Catherine Rothenberger Program Director Mercy Corps 782-8611 rothenberger@mercycorps.or.id
9 Firlana Mahardi Civil Society Coordinator Mercy Corps 782-8611 firlana@mercycorps.or.id

International Catholic Migration
10 Barbara Porter Lauer Regional Director Commission 720-3910 porterlauer@icmc.int 0811-184-246
11 Johan Kieft Program Leader CARE International 7279-6661 johanveby@samarinda.org 0811-586-602
12 Herry Pirade Assistant Programme Manager Church World Service 719-7929 henpirade@cwsindonesia.or.id 0856-1014-324
13 Jimmy Nadapdap Commodity/ Logistic World Vision International 327-467 ext. 317 jimmy_nadapdap@wvi.org 0818-471-074
14 Rachel Schiller Program Coordinator International Relief & Development 0912-326-696 rachel@ird.or.id 0812-475-1098
15 Damasus Food Resource Manager Catholic Relief Services 725-3339 damasus@crs.id 0816-190-8312
16 Edith Koesoemawiria Radio Program Officer Common Ground 392-3738 edith@indorg.org 0812-868-5076
Field Officer, Kalimantan-Madura
17 Wasis Sasmito Programme Common Ground 392-3738 wasis@indorg.org 0812-1755-933
18 Marjon Kuijs Project Manager IRCT marjon@jikade.com 0812-9706-039
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19 Karine Milhorgne Head of Mission Action Contre la Faim 913-9274 acfindo@cbn.net.id 0811-157-556
International Committee of the Red
20 Dinihari Puspita ICRC Field Officer Cross 720-7252 djakarta.dja@icrc.org 0811-147-661
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FOLLOW-UP WORKSHOP

ON THE MANAGEMENT OF IDPs

Bakornas PBP in Cooperation with UN OCHA Indonesia

Organised by Bakornas PBP in cooperation with UN-OCHA Indonesia

REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Updates on Developments from the Provinces

Common Issues, Concerns and Solutions page21

Main Conclusions and Recommendations page 27

Recommendations and Follow-up

4. Those traumatised by the conflict need the proper professional.

Protection and Security

Land, Property Rights and Housing

Coordination and Information

Longer Term Planning and Recovery

Overview and Government Policy Update

Reconciliation – Protection and Security8

Land Ownership and Housing

Coordination, Information and Data Collection

Assistance and Long-term Recovery

Comments from the floor

Updates from the Provinces on Developments

1. Department of Resettlement and Regional Infrastructure 9,234 units

However, it is recognised some data is unreliable due to re-registrations and false

North Maluku and North Sulawesi

Update provided by the Secretary of Satkorlak PBP10:

In response the North Maluku representative stressed a number of additional factors:

East Java and Central Kalimantan

At a coordination meeting in Surabaya in November 2002, organised for the purpose of

Comments from the floor:

Update provided by the Secretary of Satkorlak PBP, North Sumatra Province:

Comments from the Floor…

Comments from the floor…

Concerning budgetary and coordination issues, Central Government representatives

East Nusa Tenggara

Update provided by Co-chair from Bakornas PBP:

Common Issues, Concerns and Solutions

Policies and programmes will continue to be supported on a province-by-province basis,

General Discussion, Questions and Responses

East Nusa Tenggara and East Timor (Timor Leste)

Longer-term Planning Strategy:

The representative from another Central Government department considered that

Another participant from a Central Government department stressed the importance of

Land Ownership, Rule of Law

Other Issues - Presentation by the OCHA Joint Chair

Consultations with IDPs

Role of Civil Society

Funding (international and national)

Psychosocial Support Activities

Comments from the floor and Concluding Discussion

Prevention, Preparedness and Reconciliation:

Planning, Coordination and Information:

The Indonesian Government’s commitment to resolving the multiple crises of inter-

Protection and Security

Land, Property Rights and Housing

Limited funding from the Central

Coordination and Information

Longer Term Planning and Recovery

5. Programmes need to be implemented that encourage people to live peacefully with

Land, Property Rights and Housing

Coordination and Information

Longer Term Planning and Recovery

Protection and Security