Institutional Design In Collaborative Governance In Childhood Prevention Program In Central Mamuju District

Abstract

Child marriage is a multidimensional problem that is still rampant in Indonesia, including in Central Mamuju Regency which has a high prevalence rate. This study aims to analyze institutional design within the framework of Collaborative Governance in the child marriage prevention program in Central Mamuju. The study uses a qualitative descriptive approach with a case study strategy. Data were obtained through in-depth interviews, observations, documentation, and FGDs with various stakeholders, and analyzed using the Miles and Huberman interactive model. The focus of the study was directed at institutional design elements including inclusive participation, exclusive forums, basic rules, and transparency processes. The results of the study indicate that the collaborative structure in Central Mamuju has accommodated participatory principles by involving various parties such as local governments, villages, sub-districts, health sectors, education, and civil society. Basic regulations and collaborative forums have also been implemented transparently and formally through MoUs and national and regional regulations. However, the active involvement of vertical institutions such as the Ministry of Religion still needs to be strengthened so that collaboration runs more effectively and sustainably. This study concludes that inclusive and transparent institutional design is an important foundation in strengthening collaborative governance to significantly reduce child marriage rates in the region