Human Capital Index: Through a Mother’s Eyes
I was astounded when I looked at this page . It presents the Human Capital Index, or HCI, developed by the World Bank. The index connects the quality of education and health with a person’s future productivity. It ranges from 0 to 1, with a higher score indicating a greater level of potential productivity. Indonesia's HCI score is 0.54. But this is more than just a number. As a mother, I believe it reveals something serious that we need to anticipate. A score of 0.54 means that a child born in Indonesia today is expected to achieve only 54% of their maximum potential productivity , compared with what they could achieve if they received a complete, high-quality education and enjoyed optimal health. Is that worrying?
