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This study analyzes the role of Women legislators of Commission II local legislative in Pasuruan city in promoting the empowerment of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME). Using a qualitative case study approach and guided by the Actor Network Theory (ANT), this research highlights structural constraints and weak interconnections among policy actors. Data was collected through interviews, observations, and documentation. Findings show that women legislators often play symbolic roles due to male-dominated power structures, limited institutional support from political parties, and minimal access to strategic forums involving local technical agencies (OPD) and MSME communities. While their advocacy style tends to be empathetic and community-based, it remains disconnected from formal decision-making processes. ANT analysis demonstrates that women legislators have not yet become strategic nodes within the policy network. To shift from symbolic to substantive representation, it is essential to enhance their political capacity, improve institutional support, and strengthen inter-actor collaboration. These efforts will contribute to more inclusive and gender-responsive MSME policies.

Conclusion

The study reveals that while the presence of women legislators in Pasuruan City has improved quantitatively, their influence in the policymaking network, particularly in the MSME sector, remains limited and symbolic.The effectiveness of womens representation depends on their access to strategic nodes and ability to establish connections with actors in the policy system.To move beyond symbolic roles, coordinated efforts are needed to enhance political capacity, institutional support, and cross-actor collaboration for more inclusive and gender-responsive MSME policies.

Future Research

Further research should investigate the specific mechanisms through which political parties can provide more effective support for women legislators, including tailored training programs and mentorship opportunities. Additionally, studies could explore the impact of gender quotas on the quality of policy outcomes related to MSME development, examining whether increased representation leads to more gender-responsive policies. Finally, research is needed to understand how to strengthen the networks between women legislators, local government agencies, and MSME communities, potentially through the creation of formal platforms for dialogue and collaboration. These investigations, building on the findings of this study, will contribute to a more nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities for advancing womens political representation and promoting inclusive economic development in Indonesia. This will require approximately 200 words to fully articulate these research directions and their potential impact.

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Subjects

1. #msme policy#msme policy

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