INVOS 2027 | Indonesia Vocational Summit

WELCOME LETTER

Dear Colleagues in the Industry,

On behalf of the Director Forum of State Polytechnics Indonesia (FDPNI), it is my great pleasure to invite you to participate in the Indonesia Vocational Summit (INVOS), which will be held in Jakarta.

Indonesia's vocational education is entering a new phase of transformation toward applied universities and sustainable employment. Polytechnics are expanding their mandate through Applied Bachelor and Applied Master's programs to strengthen applied research, industrial innovation, and the national link-and-match agenda in line with Indonesia Emas 2045.

At the same time, the national commitment to increase green workers by 2029 underscores the urgency for vocational institutions to realign curricula toward sustainability, green technology, and future-oriented competencies.

However, challenges remain. Data from Statistics Indonesia (BPS, February 2025) indicate that the open unemployment rate among D4-S3 graduates reached 6.23 percent, reflecting the need for stronger alignment between education outcomes and industry absorption.

Through collaborative initiatives, structured industry partnerships, and expanding international cooperation, Indonesia's vocational ecosystem is moving toward a more adaptive and globally connected future. INVOS is designed as a strategic platform for policymakers, polytechnic leaders, industry stakeholders, and global partners to exchange insights, strengthen collaboration, and accelerate vocational transformation.

Together, we can build a resilient, innovative, and sustainable applied education system that drives Indonesia's future competitiveness. On behalf of FDPNI, I warmly invite you to join us in Jakarta and be part of this important movement. I look forward to welcoming you.

Yours sincerely,

Ahyar Muhammad Diah

Chairman, Director Forum of State Polytechnics Indonesia (FDPNI)