Analysis of the implementation process of the Cild identity card program policy at the Sukabumi Regency Population and Civil Registration Service in 2024

Abstract

The Child Identity Card (KIA) Program is a government policy aimed at providing official identification to children aged 0–17 who are not yet married, as a form of fulfilling the constitutional rights of citizens. However, in Sukabumi Regency, the ownership rate of KIA remains relatively low, at only 38.52% in 2023, failing to meet the national target of 60% by 2024. This study aims to evaluate the implementation of the KIA program by the Population and Civil Registration Office of Sukabumi Regency. The research uses a qualitative approach with data collection techniques including interviews, observation, and documentation. The evaluation model used is based on William Dunn’s policy evaluation theory, which includes six indicators: effectiveness, efficiency, adequacy, equity, responsiveness, and appropriateness. The findings show that the implementation of the KIA program has not been optimal. Inhibiting factors include the lack of public awareness, limited socialization by the implementing agency, the perception that KIA is not yet necessary for accessing public services, and the absence of KIA as a mandatory document for administrative purposes such as education and healthcare. Moreover, the utilization of digital technology through the Digital Population Identity (IKD) application has not been fully optimized by the community. There is a need for enhanced cross-sector coordination, optimized use of information media, and affirmative policies to increase public awareness and KIA ownership.