DELI SERDANG | INDATANEWS.COM- Ramunia I Village in Pantai Labu Subdistrict, Deli Serdang Regency, is focusing on women's empowerment, strengthening the family economy, and improving healthcare and education services to promote sustainable community welfare. These initiatives are part of the evaluation of the Integrated Program for Enhancing Women's Roles toward Healthy and Prosperous Families (PTP2WKSS) at the North Sumatra provincial level on Friday, October 9, 2026.
The North Sumatra provincial evaluation team, led by Budi Prayogi, representing the head of the North Sumatra Provincial Office for Community and Village Empowerment, Population Affairs, and Civil Registration, visited Ramunia I to assess the program's progress and its benefits for local residents. Also attending the event were
Deli Serdang Regent dr. H. Asri Ludin Tambunan, chairwoman of the
Deli Serdang Family Welfare Movement (TP PKK), Jelita Asri Ludin Tambunan, and representatives of the subdistrict and village administrations.
Ramunia I's participation in the provincial-level evaluation reflects the Deli Serdang Regency Government's efforts to advance village development through greater involvement of women. The regional administration expects the ongoing initiatives not only to meet the evaluation criteria but also to deliver lasting improvements in families' quality of life.
Village Development Strengthens Governance and Community Participation
Deli Serdang Regent Asri Ludin Tambunan praised Ramunia I for representing the regency in the provincial-level PTP2WKSS program evaluation. He said the village's progress resulted from a long-term development process that began when the government selected Ramunia I as a target village under the PTP2WKSS program in 2022.
In 2026, the
Deli Serdang Regency Government stepped up its support to ensure that the initiatives were implemented more effectively and delivered greater direct benefits to residents. According to Asri Ludin, the various activities in Ramunia I demonstrate improvements in village governance while encouraging greater community participation and local initiative.
The initiatives include support for the "One Village, One University Graduate" program, assistance to renovate uninhabitable houses, and efforts to prevent child growth disorders, commonly known as stunting. The village administration allocated a budget of up to 100 million rupiah for stunting prevention measures. Health workers and community volunteers, together with the local TP PKK organization, are carrying out the activities independently.
This community-led approach allows health workers, volunteers, and TP PKK members to participate directly in initiatives tailored to residents' specific needs. Their involvement is expected to strengthen community engagement while ensuring that development programs reach their intended beneficiaries.
"These are clear signs of progress and improvements in village governance. I hope all the efforts will produce positive results and that residents will genuinely feel the benefits," Asri Ludin said.
He emphasized that village development should not be measured solely by the number of programs implemented. More importantly, every initiative must address residents' needs, reach families requiring additional support, and deliver tangible improvements in their daily lives.
RECOGNIZING DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS IN RAMUNIA I: Deli Serdang Regent Asri Ludin Tambunan highlights development initiatives in Ramunia I Village, including women's empowerment, educational support, assistance to renovate uninhabitable houses, and stunting prevention measures. (PHOTO: Edi Saputra)
Women as Drivers of Family Welfare
Asri Ludin described women as an essential force in village development. In his view, their role extends beyond managing household affairs. Women can also lead numerous community initiatives that promote health, education, and social welfare.
Their contributions are evident in their participation in integrated health service posts known as Posyandu, family assistance programs, and the implementation of the six Minimum Service Standards (SPM) for public services. Their involvement in these essential service areas supports government efforts to improve family health and well-being.
The regent therefore urged village and subdistrict administrations to continue implementing empowerment initiatives so that women's participation can grow further. These efforts include strengthening the skills of community cadres, expanding public participation, and improving coordination among the stakeholders responsible for carrying out village development programs.
He said continuity was essential to ensure that the positive effects of the programs would not disappear once the evaluation ended. Village administrations must continue adapting their initiatives to residents' needs. At the same time, the regency government can strengthen its support and share successful approaches with other villages.
Asri Ludin also expressed hope that Ramunia I could serve as a model for other villages in Deli Serdang if it achieved strong evaluation results. The village's experience could provide guidance for other communities seeking to develop women's empowerment initiatives and improve family welfare.
Jelita Asri Ludin Tambunan, chairwoman of the
Deli Serdang TP PKK organization, similarly expressed hope that the
PTP2WKSS evaluation would provide a benchmark for determining whether all activities had achieved their intended objectives. She stressed that women's empowerment must focus on measurable outcomes and long-term impact rather than merely fulfilling the requirements of a time-limited assessment.
According to Jelita, sustaining these programs is crucial to improving families' quality of life, strengthening family relationships, and promoting broader social welfare. She therefore hoped that all stakeholders would remain committed to the initiatives after the evaluation process had concluded.
This long-term approach is necessary to ensure that ongoing initiatives continue to deliver tangible benefits. Families should receive not only short-term assistance but also sustained support that helps them improve their living conditions over time.
PROGRAM BENEFITS FOR FAMILY WELFARE: Budi Prayogi, head of the North Sumatra provincial evaluation team, explains that the PTP2WKSS program evaluation focuses on the benefits of development initiatives for family welfare, education, healthcare, the economy, and living conditions. (PHOTO: Edi Saputra)
Evaluation Focuses on Tangible Benefits for Residents
Budi Prayogi, head of the North Sumatra provincial evaluation team, said the team was assessing the success of development programs involving the regency, subdistrict, and village administrations, the TP PKK organization, and local residents.
The evaluation focuses on improvements in
family welfare, particularly in the economic, educational, and healthcare sectors. The team is also examining developments in local infrastructure and public facilities. These initiatives are intended to create more adequate housing conditions and improve the community's living environment.
Budi emphasized that the evaluation was not merely an administrative review of completed activities. The team also wanted to determine the extent to which the programs had brought about meaningful changes. Particular attention was being given to families facing economic hardship or having limited access to education and healthcare.
"Through this evaluation, the team wants to ensure that the programs implemented bring about tangible changes and directly benefit the community, particularly economically disadvantaged families and those facing difficulties accessing education and healthcare," he explained.
The evaluation gives the village administration and residents an opportunity to present the progress of their programs while identifying areas that require further improvement. Its findings can also serve as a basis for refining the planning and implementation of future development initiatives.
Later in the event, the participants submitted a report on the implementation of the
PTP2WKSS program to the provincial evaluation team. The Ramunia I village head, the chairwoman of the local TP PKK organization, and representatives of the assisted community jointly presented the report. They were accompanied by the
Deli Serdang regent and the chairwoman of the regency-level TP PKK organization.
Through this evaluation, the Deli Serdang Regency Government hopes Ramunia I will continue expanding women's empowerment, improving the quality of essential public services, and developing programs that respond to residents' actual needs. Ultimately, success is expected to be reflected in improved family welfare and stronger community participation in village development. (IDNC)
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