ABSTRACT
One of the consequences of the Covid-19 pandemic that is most feared by Indonesia and even developed countries around the world is economic uncertainty. Many economic activities must be temporarily stopped in response to the implementation of efforts to prevent the expansion of Covid-19 infections. Starting from large capital companies to rural MSMEs must close temporarily. This makes various social layers affected economically. Therefore, the government implemented several Social Safety Net (JPS) programs during the pandemic to ease the burden on the affected communities. This study aims to explain the impact of JPS for the economic improvement of vulnerable groups. In addition, this study seeks to explain the level of suitability of field implementation with central government regulations. The method used in this research is a qualitative method by conducting semi-structured interviews with beneficiary communities. The results of this study indicate that the policies set by the central government have not been maximally executed in the regions. There is a difference in the nominal value of obtaining assistance in Sidoarjo municipality compared to the nominal in other cities. An example of a case in the Surabaya city and Gresik municipality was that the recipients of massive aid were mis-targeted. However, most beneficiaries admitted that with this JPS their lives were helped and fulfilled economically.
