TERMS OF REFERENCE

KEYNOTE SPEECH: ‘INDONESIA’S DEMOGRAPHIC BOOST IN 2030’

BACKGROUND (OPTIONAL)
In the period of 2010 to 2050, Indonesia is expecting a major number of people in the working age
cohort (i.e. population aged 15-64). This so-called ‘demographic bonus’ is an exceptional opportunity
for the development of the country in many aspects. The demographic bonus, however, could be
illusory if it is not balanced by the development in its human capital (McDonald, 2014).

The rapid rise in education levels in Indonesia also holds an important role in Indonesia’s demographic
changes. Higher investment in education is seen as a positive result of Indonesia’s family-planning
programme since the 1960s, as fewer number of children causing parents to invest more in their
education and health. As a matter of fact, of every 10 children of secondary school age, about 7 are
enrolled in secondary school (Mason & Lee, 2012). The enrolment to tertiary school has also been
rapidly growing due to the substantial increase in both demand and supply of post-secondary
education. The diminishing disadvantages for girls and first-born children both in urban and rural areas
are also witnessed in the past few decades, indicating the Indonesian government’s success in
expanding school opportunities for its citizens (Maralani, 2008). Unfortunately, these growths on
education do not necessarily portray the state of the youth employment. About 16-23 percent of the
youth work force in Indonesia is defined as ‘unemployed’ caused by various factors, particularly
concerning their education level. McDonald (2014) stated that educated young people outside Jakarta
have limited employment opportunities. Delay of entry to the workforce likewise becoming a common
thing in Indonesia due to a wider chance of continuing to even higher education. As the patterns of
youth employment are very dynamic, it is important to ensure that any drift or delay will lead to higher
labour income in later years (Mason & Lee, 2012).

The development in the entrepreneurial sector is also indispensable as people in their 20s-30s are
getting more inclined to start a new business. Limited exposure to the challenges involved in
establishing a successful business risks to result in slower average productivity growth of (Hall & Stone,
2010). Problems faced in the first years of business including acquisition of resources and lack of
managerial competency (Lorrain & Laferte, 2006) should be foreseen by the young entrepreneurs in
order for their business to survive over a long span period.

Hence, this conference will be focused on preparing Indonesian young generation to overcome the
demographic bonus, which will last around 20-25 years ahead. Speakers from a range of background
covering higher education, entrepreneurship, and journalism are expected to share their point of view
on this upcoming growth. Mindful discussion with participants is also expected to further explore and
enrich the ideas presented.

DIMENSIONS TO BE ADDRESSED
1. Understanding demographic bonus in Asian developing countries, particularly Indonesia.
2. Discovering the challenges that will be faced by Indonesian young generation during the period of
demographic bonus (2010-2050).
3. Exploring Indonesian young generation’s potential to overcome upcoming demographic bonus.
4. Triggering the participants’ interest in maximizing their roles regarding the demographic boost.

STRUCTURE
How long speaker should deliver his/her speech?

LOCATION
Warwick Arts Theater.
The University of Warwick, Coventry, United Kingdom.

DATE AND TIME

Date: Monday, 24 July 2017.
Time: 10.30-12.00.

SPEAKERS
 H. E. Dr. Sri Mulyani – Minister of Finance, Republic of Indonesia
 The Right Honourable The Baroness Amos CH PC

It is expected that the speaker will give a speech, as an academic with particular interest in Indonesia
and/or Asian developing countries, sees the upcoming demographic bonus and how the country (i.e.
the government) should respond and take part in preparing the young generation. The aim is to give
foreign perspective of how this bonus could be both a challenge and opportunity for the country.
Following questions shall be answered through the presentation.

 What is the meaning of demographic bonus for a developing country?

 How would a demographic bonus would affect the economy of a country?

 What is the advantage and disadvantage of a country with such bonus?

What is the role of the government to maximize this historical phenomenon, especially in term of
opening opportunities to students and young professionals to develop and strengthen the country’s
economy?

PARTICIPANTS
This event invites Indonesian students across the globe, especially the selected presenters of
Indonesian Scholars International Convention – Simposium Internasional (ISIC-SI) PPI Dunia 2017, as
well as international student who would like to explore about several issues in Indonesia.

TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATION

1. All transport cost for speaker within UK will be fully reimburse.
2. All airplane fare cost will be covered in return ticket Economy class.
3. For the duration of the event, we will be providing:
 On site accommodation in the form of a conference hotel for yourself. Checking in on the
evening of 25th of July and checking out on the morning of 27th of July.
 Meals throughout your stay.
 Transport as required from 25th of July until 27th of July.