Junaidi Junaidi earned a Master’s degree in Population Studies from Gadjah Mada University and a PhD in Regional and Rural Development Planning from IPB University (Bogor Agricultural University). He is now a Professor at the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Jambi. His work in population and regional development has resulted in numerous publications, academic presentations, and contributions to university-level courses. He is a member of several academic and professional organizations and currently serves as the Chairperson of the Indonesian Population Coalition in Jambi Province. His research interests include demographic change, rural development, and public policy.