Indonesian Blind Digital Inclusion Index (IBD-II)
The first nationwide empirical index evaluating assistive hardware ownership, screen reader autonomy, internet connectivity, productive socio-economic utilization, and artificial intelligence adoption on a 0 to 100 standardized scale for evidence-based policymaking and academic research.
Filter Geographic Scope (National / Provincial)
The digital inclusion index is published at the National and Provincial (DPD) aggregates. Branch-level (DPC) monitoring data is available in the internal board dashboard.
💡 Note: Provinces are classified based on the availability of active verified respondent samples in the KTAP platform.
Digital Inclusion Index: Entire Indonesia (National Aggregate)
Calculated from the balanced average of 5 empirical pillars (Hardware 20%, Assistive Autonomy 20%, Connectivity 20%, Productivity 20%, AI Innovation 20%).
Condition Analysis: Members have established a digital foothold with baseline screen reader fluency. However, usage remains dominated by messaging/social media, while recurring internet quota affordability and AI adoption require further strengthening.
Policy Intervention: Deploy applied assistive AI training (visual recognizers), subsidize educational/vocational data packages, support online marketing for blind entrepreneurs, and enforce WCAG compliance on public portals.
5 Core Pillars of Blind Digital Inclusion
Disaggregated evaluation of the 5 constituent pillars of the index for Entire Indonesia (National Aggregate).
Hardware & Device Access
89% of respondents own a Touchscreen Phone or Laptop.
Assistive Autonomy
74% of respondents autonomously operate screen readers.
Internet Connectivity
60% of respondents have regular cellular data or Wi-Fi.
Productive Utilization
13% use technology for employment, business, or education.
AI Innovation & Adoption
15% regularly adopt assistive visual AI or conversational AI.
Provincial Digital Inclusion Index Rankings
Provinces with active verified respondent samples in the KTAP registry, ordered by composite index score.
| Rank | Province (DPD) | Sample Size | Hardware | Assistive | Connection | Productive | AI | Index Score | Maturity Level | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | DPD NUSA TENGGARA TIMUR | 2 people | 100.0 | 92.5 | 75.0 | 60.0 | 40.0 | 73.5 | Emerging & Developing | Detail ↗ |
| #2 | DPD DKI JAKARTA | 3 people | 100.0 | 95.0 | 66.7 | 53.3 | 41.7 | 71.3 | Emerging & Developing | Detail ↗ |
| #3 | DPD BALI | 9 people | 88.9 | 87.2 | 88.9 | 80.0 | 5.0 | 70.0 | Emerging & Developing | Detail ↗ |
| #4 | DPD JAWA BARAT | 10 people | 80.0 | 78.5 | 70.0 | 46.0 | 51.5 | 65.2 | Emerging & Developing | Detail ↗ |
| #5 | DPD SUMATERA BARAT | 2 people | 100.0 | 75.0 | 75.0 | 30.0 | 40.0 | 64.0 | Emerging & Developing | Detail ↗ |
| #6 | DPD JAWA TENGAH | 23 people | 97.4 | 90.7 | 63.0 | 52.2 | 6.3 | 61.9 | Emerging & Developing | Detail ↗ |
| #7 | DPD JAWA TIMUR | 4 people | 100.0 | 75.0 | 25.0 | 15.0 | 11.3 | 45.3 | Nascent & Vulnerable | Detail ↗ |
Catatan Representasi: Tabel di atas mencakup provinsi dengan sampel responden aktif. Sebanyak 28 provinsi lainnya sedang memproses sosialisasi pendataan mandiri anggota secara bertahap.
In-Depth Response Distribution
Proportion of respondent answers across 5 international benchmark variables for Entire Indonesia (National Aggregate).
1. Digital Hardware Ownership
Primary digital devices owned and used for everyday activities.
2. Screen Reader & Assistive Tool Usage
Level of operational independence using TalkBack, VoiceOver, NVDA, or JAWS.
3. Internet Connectivity & Access
Ease of cellular data plan or Wi-Fi access to stay consistently connected online.
4. Primary Digital Purpose
Primary application focus: communications, self-employment/livelihood, education, or news.
5. Assistive & Generative AI Adoption
Adoption rate of assistive visual AI (Be My AI, Seeing AI, Envision) and text/voice AI (ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Copilot).
Methodology for Constructing the Indonesian Blind Digital Inclusion Index (IBD-II)
This methodology guide provides a scientific framework for academic researchers, government policymakers (Ministry of Social Affairs, Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs, Bappenas), non-governmental organizations, and international development agencies to understand data construction, indicator weighting, and index replication.
1. Regulatory Framework & Disability Rights
This index aligns directly with human rights conventions and statutory Indonesian national mandates:
- Law No. 8/2016 on Persons with Disabilities: Article 19 affirms the right of disabled individuals to accessible, discrimination-free audio-digital information and communication.
- UN CRPD (Articles 9 & 21): Ratified via Law No. 19/2011, obligating the State to ensure equal accessibility to ICT infrastructure for persons with sensory visual impairments.
- Presidential Reg. No. 95/2018 (Electronic Government / SPBE): Mandates that all public electronic governance portals must comply with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1 AA).
- National AI Strategy (Stranas KA 2020-2045): Promotes ethical AI adoption and equitable artificial intelligence benefits for vulnerable communities.
2. Data Assurance & Integrity Protocols
To ensure empirical validity and statistical reliability, PERTUNI institutes a multi-tiered verification pipeline:
- Continuous Verified Census: Data is reported directly by active PERTUNI members via self-service portal or guided branch administrator verification.
- Civil Identity Verification (NIK): Each respondent is bound to an encrypted 16-digit National Identity Number (NIK) and official membership registry (NIA).
- Tiered Governance Authorization: Visual impairment status and membership authenticity are validated by branch (DPC) officers and endorsed by provincial/national boards.
- Data Privacy Compliance (Law No. 27/2022): Public reporting is strictly aggregated, with all Personally Identifiable Information (PII) stripped and safeguarded.
3. Measurement Architecture & Mathematical Formulation
The Indonesian Blind Digital Inclusion Index (IBD-II) adopts an equally weighted multi-dimensional composite index model referencing UNESCO Digital Literacy Framework and ITU ICT Development Index standards:
| Pillar | Weight | Assessment Target | Response Weight Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pillar 1: Hardware Access | 20% | Primary hardware ownership | Smartphone / Laptop = 100 | Keypad Phone = 40 | None = 0 |
| Pillar 2: Assistive Autonomy | 20% | Screen reader operational fluency | Autonomous = 100 | Magnifier = 85 | Assisted = 50 | Non-user = 0 |
| Pillar 3: Internet Connectivity | 20% | Stability of data access / Wi-Fi | Consistent = 100 | Intermittent = 50 | No Access = 0 |
| Pillar 4: Productive Utilization | 20% | Livelihood & learning impact | Work/Business = 100 | Education = 90 | Messaging = 60 | Entertainment = 40 | None = 0 |
| Pillar 5: AI Adoption | 20% | Adoption of visual & text AI tools | Both (Visual & Text) = 100 | Visual AI = 90 | Text/Voice AI = 80 | Tried = 45 | Never = 0 |
4. Maturity Tier Classification
The composite index standardizes regional digital readiness into three distinct maturity tiers:
Score 80.0 to 100.0: Advanced & Autonomous Tier.
Mature digital inclusion ecosystem, high assistive literacy, modern touchscreen smartphones, active productive application in livelihood, and routine artificial intelligence adoption.
Score 50.0 to 79.9: Emerging & Developing Tier.
Solid baseline device ownership and screen reader literacy, but constrained by data package affordability, limited productive monetization, and developing AI literacy.
Score 0.0 to 49.9: Nascent & Vulnerable Tier.
Critical digital divide, prevalence of basic keypad phones without screen reader support, reliance on sighted assistance, and scarce internet connectivity.
5. Academic Citation & Research Collaboration
For academic researchers, legislative drafting teams, or policy analysts referencing this registry, please cite using APA 7th Edition format:
To request anonymized microdata for graduate dissertations, legislative drafting, or non-profit disability policy analysis, please contact the Head of the Department of Research & Technology, DPP PERTUNI, Dimas Prasetyo Muharam, via email at [email protected].
Empirical Advocacy Action Plan: Entire Indonesia (National Aggregate)
Based on real-time empirical findings from 53 active respondents in Entire Indonesia (National Aggregate), the following targeted interventions are generated dynamically for relevant ministries (Kemkomdigi, Kemensos, Kemendikdasmen), local governments, and technology partners:
Accelerate Assistive Visual AI Training Across Branches (DPC)
Empirical findings indicate that only 15% of respondents in Entire Indonesia (National Aggregate) regularly utilize assistive visual AI (such as Be My AI, Seeing AI, Envision) or conversational AI. Given that AI exponentially multiplies independence in reading print, verifying currency, and navigating environments, PERTUNI urges government and industry partners to co-fund community-level workshops for local blind peer trainers.
Broadband Quality Enhancement and Cybersecurity Literacy
With 60% of members maintaining regular internet connectivity in Entire Indonesia (National Aggregate), priorities should advance toward digital fraud protection, secure digital transactions, and low-latency broadband.
Digital Livelihood Incubation and Accessible E-Commerce Training
Only 13% of respondents utilize technology for business, employment, or academic studies in Entire Indonesia (National Aggregate), with the remainder limited to basic social messaging. PERTUNI urges government agencies to provide vocational digital marketing, accessible point-of-sale systems, and remote work readiness programs.
Mandatory Digital Accessibility Enforcement for Public Services
With 89% of members owning touchscreen hardware and 74% operating screen readers autonomously in Entire Indonesia (National Aggregate), the primary barrier is non-compliant external software. Government electronic services (SPBE), mobile banking, and transport apps must undergo rigorous audits to remove unlabeled buttons and inaccessible CAPTCHAs.
For PERTUNI Members: Complete Your Digital Profile
Your data is invaluable in strengthening the organization’s bargaining position in advocacy dialogues with government and technology partners. Log into the Member Portal to complete the 5 digital inclusion questions.