HARIANEXPRESS – WiLAT Indonesia highlighted the critical role of gender equality in accelerating the green economy transition during its 2026 gathering.
The WiLAT Indonesia Gathering 2026 took place in Jakarta, carrying the theme “Beyond ESG: When Women Become Architects of the Circular Economy.” This significant event was actively supported by Policy+ and ViriyaENB, bringing together key stakeholders.
The forum emphatically underscored the crucial importance of integrating gender equality into sustainable development policies and strategies. Such integration is deemed essential for significantly expediting the nation’s transition towards a robust green economy.
A core message from the discussions stressed that Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles must evolve beyond mere compliance requirements. Instead, these frameworks should actively empower and position women as fundamental drivers of transformative change within the economy.
Nurmaria Sarosa, the esteemed Chairperson of WiLAT Indonesia, firmly asserted that women must actively participate as solution-makers and architects of economic evolution. They should not be perceived or treated merely as passive beneficiaries of these initiatives.
According to Ms. Sarosa, embedding gender equality must be considered a primary strategic imperative within the broader development of a green economy. This perspective highlights the necessity for women to assume leading roles in confronting the climate crisis and guiding economic transformation processes.
Elaborating on this vision, Chairperson Sarosa further stated, “Transisi menuju ekonomi sirkular membutuhkan investasi pada teknologi hijau sekaligus investasi pada manusia. Ketika perempuan diberikan kesempatan yang setara untuk memimpin dan berinovasi, kita sedang membangun fondasi ekonomi yang jauh lebih tangguh bagi Indonesia,” ujar Nurmaria Sarosa (Ketua WiLAT Indonesia).
The gathering also emphasized that fostering diverse perspectives demonstrably leads to more inclusive innovation across sectors. This diversity is crucial for achieving higher-quality decisions and developing truly sustainable solutions for future challenges.
Ultimately, the discussions reinforced the pivotal role of comprehensive investment in both green technology and human capital. Ensuring equitable opportunities for women to lead and innovate is seen as the cornerstone for building a far more resilient economic foundation for Indonesia.
