Gender Politics In Aceh: Gender And Masculinity Ideology In The Makings Of Local Regulations

The fact that the Governor Regulation (Pergub) as an operational base and one of considerations is not formulated contributes to developing such an understanding. Specifically, in fulfilling the mandate of the President Instruction (Inpres) on gender mainstreaming, chapter 5 of the Qanun can also be a reference in the implementation of Education for All that brings gender perspectives and consider the needs and interests of both women and men. It has been said that the efforts of building non-discrimination and gender equality in Aceh, including in education sector are a rhetoric only endeavor with a tendency to a political interest. As a consequence of the weak understanding of stakeholders in education on the concept and strategy of gender mainstreaming, the efforts in a policy to enhance gender equality do not reflect a strong understanding on the contextual need and a commitment to implement them; instead, political reasons are more evident. Nevertheless, as an initial phase, the political effort is an important entry point toward the development of the right understanding to the qanun.