Repressive Efforts of the Social Service URC in Addressing Silver Human Beggars as PPKS: Challenges and Solutions

Nabila Agustin; Fajar Utama Ritonga

doi:10.69725/csri.v1i2.131

Authors

Nabila Agustin Social Welfare Science, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Indonesia
Fajar Utama Ritonga b. Social Welfare Science, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.69725/csri.v1i2.131

Keywords:

Silver Man, Beggars, URC

Abstract

This qualitative study investigates the forms of repression carried out by the Unit Reaksi Cepat (URC) of the Medan City Social Service Office in overcoming "Manusia Silver" silver painted beggars in the city. Data were collected through interviews, participant observation, and documentation over a five-month period. These aspects in the study are based on the such a study and are researched with the help of the URC work which included both the street patrols, health screenings, psychological support, as well as rehabilitation shelter. These findings support the potential effectiveness of the URC’s intervention program to provide clean clothes to their homeless clients and address the underlying issues of substance abuse and mental health difficulties, helping to get the Manusia Silver off the streets. This study argues that a complete mechanism, which will be a combination of repressive and preventive methods, will contribute greatly to social welfare work in cities. Nevertheless, the study points out that continued effort over time and access to post-rehabilitation opportunities are crucial for permanent improvements in life quality. Long-term effectiveness of such interventions and their applicability to other urban areas remain to be investigated.

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Author Biographies

Nabila Agustin, Social Welfare Science, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Indonesia

Nabila Agustin
Social Welfare Science, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Indonesia
Fajar Utama Ritonga, b. Social Welfare Science, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Indonesia

Fajar Utama Ritonga

Social Welfare Science, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Indonesia

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