Redefining aging with
dignity and purpose
Imagine growing older in a society where your well-being is thoughtfully planned, where you are respected, connected, and supported instead of being sidelined.
Arunala is more than just a project. It is a call to action to build a future where aging in Indonesia is seen not as a burden, but as a phase of continued dignity, purpose, and care.
What Arunala Does
- Public engagement & aging education
- Policy research & evidence creation
- Government & private sector advisory
- Ecosystem and business model development
What Makes Our Work Distinct
- Integrated elderly care ecosystem
- Market-driven and investment-ready models
- Evidence-driven, Policy-to-implementation bridging
- Cross-sector collaboration (government, business, philanthropy)
The Future We Are Building
- Strong Public Awareness and Policy Decisions Based on Evidence
- A Ready and Skilled Workforce for Today’s and Tomorrow’s Elderly
- An Inclusive Ageing Ecosystem Accessible to All
Aging should not mean giving up life & passions
It should mean exploring them in new, exciting, and age-friendly ways. From hanging out, traveling, going to concerts, to discovering nature with their peers and families. These experiences should remain available for older adults and thoughtfully tailored to this stage of life.
Freeing the future generation from intergenerational burdens
We imagine a society where older people well-being is planned with care. Where systems allow older adults to stay connected, supported, and independent. Thus, they can live fully, and the next generation can build their productive life without guilt or pressure.
Investing in elderly is as important as investing in youth
As we are moving toward Indonesia Emas 2045, today’s most productive generation will age and retire. Without a strong elderly care ecosystem, the burden on the sandwich generation in 2045 will be twice as heavy as it is today. The time to act is now.
We must rethink how we age
Our goal is to help build a functioning, accessible, and affordable elderly care ecosystem for Indonesia. We are here to shift narratives, reshape perceptions, develop evidence-based policies, and advocate for solutions that empower both the elderly and the generations that follow.
Together with Us
Sahabat Arunala
Recent Updates
Recent activities that reflect our growth, learning, and commitment to change.
The Feminization of Care Work in Indonesia: An Economic and Social Crisis
Indonesia is facing a looming economic and social crisis driven by the "feminization of care work." With 55% of the rapidly growing elderly population being women and female labor force participation heavily impacted by marriage and childbirth, the massive burden of unpaid care disproportionately falls on mothers and daughters. This unequal responsibility forces many women to exit the formal workforce and later return via the informal sector, leaving them vulnerable, underpaid, and without adequate pensions for their own old age. Read the full article to explore the systemic roots of this gender gap, the startling data behind the motherhood penalty, and the critical macro-level policy shifts, like revising the National Social Security System (SJSN) and investing in the care ecosystem, needed to protect women's financial futures.
Starting with Data: Why ILAS Matters for Indonesia’s Ageing Future
Indonesia’s population is ageing fast, and not all added years are healthy ones. The Indonesia Longitudinal Ageing Survey (ILAS) provides data that helps policymakers, researchers, and communities understand the real experiences of older adults. By linking evidence with action, ILAS and Arunala aim to build a fairer and more human health system for Indonesia’s ageing future.
Memulai dari Data: Mengapa ILAS Penting untuk Masa Depan Lansia Indonesia
Indonesia’s population is ageing fast, and not all added years are healthy ones. The Indonesia Longitudinal Ageing Survey (ILAS) provides data that helps policymakers, researchers, and communities understand the real experiences of older adults. By linking evidence with action, ILAS and Arunala aim to build a fairer and more human health system for Indonesia’s ageing future.
This is
your call
Join us in building a future where aging is full of dignity, joy, and possibility for everyone.
