Jakarta, Nov. 13 -- Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf has urged social welfare centers across Indonesia to take the initiative in expanding their services, including providing education for vulnerable groups.

"In line with the President's directive, these centers are expected to open special education services for vulnerable communities. However, this plan is still under discussion as we are preparing the next steps," he said here on Thursday.

The minister emphasized that every center must optimize services for people in need, ranging from social security and rehabilitation to empowerment for beneficiary families.

"These services should be provided both residually for those staying at the centers and through outreach visits to be...