How family planning and female labor force participation influence population growth in North Sumatra?

This study examines the impact of family planning programs and female workforce participation on population growth in North Sumatra, Indonesia. Understanding these factors is crucial for demographic policy and economic development. Using secondary time-series data from 2003 to 2022, this study employs multiple linear regression analysis to evaluate the relationships among the variables. The findings indicate that family planning programs have a positive but statistically insignificant effect on population growth, whereas female workforce participation has a positive and significant impact. Furthermore, both variables collectively have a significant influence on population growth. These results suggest that while family planning programs alone may not strongly affect population trends, the increasing participation of women in the workforce contributes notably to demographic changes. Policymakers should consider integrating employment and reproductive health policies to achieve sustainable population management.