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1st Int. Transborder Conf. of the Timor Island: Timor %u2013 Science without borderDili, 7-8 May 202584Senior Entrepreneurship In Indonesia: An Emerging Response to Aging And Economic Necessity Antonio E. L. Nyoko1*, Zhong Xueyun2 and Yana R. Dewi31Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis, Universitas Nusa Cendana, Jl. Adisucipto, Kupang, NTT 85001, Indonesia2Faculty of Economics & Management, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia %u2013 Malaysia3Fakultas Ekonomi, Universitas Negeri Malang- IndonesiaAbstractThe phenomenon of senior entrepreneurship%u2014entrepreneurial activity among individuals aged 50 and above%u2014is gaining traction in Indonesia. Amid increasing life expectancy, economic uncertainty, and evolving perceptions of retirement, older Indonesians are turning to entrepreneurship as a means of financial stability, personal fulfillment, and social engagement. This paper explores the motivations, challenges, and opportunities facing senior entrepreneurs in Indonesia, drawing from current literature, demographic data, and policy frameworks. It highlights key barriers such as age-related stigma and limited access to capital while also identifying drivers like life experience, social capital, and family support. The study concludes by recommending inclusive policies and training programs to support this growing demographic in their entrepreneurial journeys.Keywords: Senior Entrepreneurship, Indonesia, Aging, Economic Participation, Older Adults, Retirement, SME.