9. STRATEGIES, CHALLENGES, AND IMPLEMENTATION OF GENDER EQUALITY IN THE POLICE

Abstrak

This study aims to analyze the implementation of gender mainstreaming policies
within the Indonesian National Police (Polri) and identify challenges and gaps in their
implementation. This study uses a qualitative approach with descriptive analysis methods to
evaluate how the Indonesian National Police (Polri) has integrated gender equality principles
into its operations and human resource policies, including policy documents, internal reports,
and interviews with Polri personnel. The results indicate that although the Polri has
demonstrated its commitment to gender mainstreaming through the issuance of Police Chief
Regulation Number 1 of 2022, its implementation remains suboptimal. Significant disparities
exist between male and female police officers in recruitment, promotion, and job placement.
Female police officers (Polwan) often face certain limitations not experienced by male police
officers (Polki), such as specific recruitment criteria and a lack of opportunities for open
promotions. Consequently, the majority of female police officers remain confined to
administrative and health roles, with few reaching senior leadership positions.