Collaborative research between students and faculty on gender studies is consistently encouraged to serve as a reference for gender studies in Indonesia and globally.

In addition to promoting research publications, female members of UGM’s academic community have equal rights and opportunities to receive student support and facilities during their studies at UGM. 

One example is the dissemination of information on handling sexual violence for students before assignments and deployment for the Community Service Program (KKN PPM). 

UGM also provides the necessary support for students to attend events requiring female representation and advocacy.

EduRank has recognized UGM’s success in promoting gender studies and strengthening the role of women in education and learning, placing UGM as the top university in Indonesia for Gender Studies. 

Internationally, UGM ranks 612th in the world. 

Based on the 2024 ranking results, UGM is among 49 universities with the best Gender Studies programs nationally and internationally.

Professor Indra Wijaya Kusuma, Head of the University Quality Assurance and Reputation Unit (SPMRU) at UGM, welcomed the results of EduRank’s assessment of gender studies. 

He explained that the ranking was based on indicators of graduate quality and research performance. 

“This indicator reflects a combined percentage, with graduates contributing 10 percent and research performance accounting for 45 percent,” he said on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025.

According to Professor Kusuma, the ranking agency uses the OpenAlex database as a proxy to gather scientific publications and citation results. 

Additionally, 45% of the ranking is based on non-academic excellence indicators.

Professor Sri Wiyanti Eddyono, a researcher from the Center for Legal, Gender, and Social Studies at UGM’s Faculty of Law (FH UGM), stated that UGM conducts extensive gender research that influences publications and curricula and has a societal impact through policy advocacy. 

“The cited publications indicate that UGM actively promotes gender mainstreaming and integrates gender issues into many faculties,” she said.

Research on law, gender, and social humanities needs to be supported by best practices and publications that benefit society. 

Moreover, UGM places special emphasis on the issue of preventing and protecting against sexual violence. 

“These best practices are one of the indicators that reflect the pioneering initiatives in sexual violence prevention on campus,” she explained.

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Dian Sartika Sari, a psychologist at Rumah Konsul Indonesia, stated that experiencing stress is natural and human, especially when there is a gap between expectations and reality. 

The challenge is managing stress so that it does not become harmful distress but transforms into eustress, a positive form of stress that can motivate someone to grow.

Sari emphasized the importance of balancing distress and eustress in daily life. She recommended allocating 60% of her time for productive activities and 40% for rest. 

“Rest doesn’t have to be sleep; it can also involve activities that are enjoyable, such as exercising, meditating, or pursuing hobbies,” she explained during the talk show and painting activity titled “Release Stress with Art” at the Multimedia Dining Room I, UGM Central Office, on Friday (Dec. 20).

In her session, Sari specifically addressed the challenges working mothers face, including balancing time between work and family, and provided strategies for managing dual roles in a balanced and healthy way. 

She stressed the importance of social support and self-care for working mothers and offered practical parenting tips, even for those with limited time spent with children. 

“Working mothers tend to manage their time better. At work, they focus on their tasks, while at home, they focus on their children and family. This makes their time management more effective,” she said.

Research shows that the amount of time working mothers and stay-at-home mothers spend with their families is relatively similar. 

However, each mother has a different approach to managing time and finding happiness. 

“Working mothers tend to have higher stress levels than stay-at-home mothers, but their well-being or happiness is also better,” she added.

Regarding happiness and a better quality of life, Sari explained that this is because working mothers have the opportunity to self-actualize, meet new people, and gain social support. 

“The difference lies in what makes each mother happy. This happiness ultimately determines the entire family’s mental health,” she added.

After the session, participants were invited to a canvas painting activity. Each participant was provided with a canvas and painting tools to create freely. 

This activity allowed mothers to express their emotions, relieve stress, and build self-esteem through art. Sari explained that painting is an effective therapy to help individuals become more mindful, understand themselves, and enhance their creativity.

Closing the event, Sari reminded the participants that regardless of whether a mother works, both choices are good as long as they lead to happiness. 

“A mother’s happiness greatly influences the mental health of the family. Every mother needs to maintain balance and give attention to herself. Do what makes you happy,” she concluded.

The event, held by the Integrated Health Service Bureau of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) to commemorate Mother’s Day, was attended by UGM employees who are mothers or expectant mothers. 

The event is hoped to have a positive impact on working mothers in the UGM environment. Participants are expected to better understand the challenges of managing dual roles and how to manage stress healthily. 

Additionally, through art activities, mothers are expected to feel more relaxed and valued and have a stronger sense of friendship with their colleagues.

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Although retired, Pudjiastuti has returned to business while actively engaging in social and environmental activities.  

Born on Jan. 15, 1965, in Pangandaran, West Java, Pudjiastuti grew up in a family that ran a livestock business. 

She made the bold decision to leave school during junior high and start learning about trade—a significant choice not everyone could make. 

She shared this experience during her visit to Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) on Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024, at the “Rembug Perempuan Jogja” event.  

“Back in school, I felt there wasn’t enough space to move and grow. It wasn’t that the system was wrong; I just decided to resign from school and do what I wanted,” Pudjiastuti explained.  

Armed with determination and self-confidence, Pudjiastuti began selling goods in Pangandaran. 

Besides offering bed covers, she ventured into selling various natural products from the southern coast of Java, such as fish, cardamom, and cloves. 

She recalled that Indonesia’s natural resources were abundant at the time and managed entirely by local farmers and fishers.  

Her initial capital for selling fish came from selling jewelry worth IDR 750,000. 

However, due to the small scale of her business, Pudjiastuti faced challenges obtaining bank loans. Despite the obstacles, she remained persistent in pursuing her fisheries business. 

Surprisingly, during Indonesia’s monetary crisis, her fisheries business thrived, opening up opportunities in the export market.  

Indonesia’s Waters Invaded by Foreign Vessels  

Soon after, fishery catch drastically declined, affecting Pudjiastuti’s business. 

“In 2001, the fish stock dropped dramatically. Initially, I didn’t understand why, but it turned out the fish in the sea were depleted because the government allowed foreign vessels to operate in Indonesia,” Pudjiastuti shared.  

Unregulated foreign or illegal fishing was the primary cause of the dwindling fish stock. 

Foreign vessels illegally entered Indonesian waters and exploited marine resources, not only catching market-ready fish but also juvenile fish, which should have been left untouched. 

In one case, foreign vessels harvested fish larvae from Java’s southern coast and transported them to Vietnam, where they were cultivated and turned into a significant export competitor.  

“I said those fish larvae, the country’s genetic resources, should never be taken. Things we can’t yet replicate with technology must not be exploited. Only ten fishing licenses were issued back then, but 100 vessels showed up,” Pudjiastuti explained.  

She emphasized the need to protect Indonesian waters to ensure they remain productive, effective, and efficient, especially in the capture fisheries sector, which is highly sought after by other countries. 

This conviction drove her to tighten fishing licenses in Indonesian waters during her tenure as Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries.  

Extraordinary Leadership of Women  

As a successful entrepreneur, Pudjiastuti encouraged all women in Indonesia to be fearless in making life choices. 

Opportunities won’t come without sacrifice, and being a woman should never hinder anyone from pursuing their dreams or starting a business.  

“Women are special. We have greater empathy, which makes us better at business,” Pudjiastuti stated.  

While biological and physical differences exist between men and women, these do not determine success without effort. 

She added that women need to develop strong leadership skills essential for business and family management.  

“Women should not be relegated to the background; they have the same capabilities as men. However, you must be responsible. You need to be a trustworthy individual with the knowledge to earn respect,” Pudjiastuti emphasized.  

She acknowledged that business is never easy, but that doesn’t mean women cannot succeed in business while being homemakers. 

She believes family plays a vital role in empowering women.  

“Love your family and cherish them. If you’re happy and content, your energy will grow. Strong love, togetherness, and mutual support are essential,” she concluded.  

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Unfortunately, most of these businesses remain in the micro category due to limited opportunities to work elsewhere. To strengthen the role of women in MSMEs, UGM has initiated women empowerment programs supported by cross-sector collaborations involving thousands of students.  

This time, UGM partnered with the Yogyakarta Office for Women Empowerment, Child Protection, and Population Control (DP3AP2) and Exporthub.id to elevate MSMEs into the digital and global market arenas. 

The program resulted in 51 MSMEs onboarding global e-commerce platforms, 102 MSMEs onboarding local e-commerce platforms, and three products joining Exporthub.id as partners, entering local and global markets.  

Erlina Hidayati Sumardi, Head of the Yogyakarta DP3AP2 Office, highlighted that women possess significant potential and opportunities to drive the nation’s economy but still face many challenges. She emphasized the need for collaborative efforts to build women’s enthusiasm, knowledge, and skills to propel MSME products into global markets.  

Amalia Prabowo, President Director of Exporthub.id, noted that while women manage 90% of MSMEs, only 24% currently utilize e-commerce. 

Indonesia is projected to dominate the Southeast Asian e-commerce market by 2025. Therefore, training and mentoring are essential for MSME products to compete in the global marketplace.  

Challenges for women in MSMEs often arise from limited time to manage their businesses. Many cases involve homemakers who spend significant time on production and family care, leaving minimal resources for marketing, a critical aspect of any business. 

Consequently, many MSMEs are treated as secondary income sources, merely fulfilling daily needs.  

“Not only training but also close mentoring is necessary. In collaboration with UGM, we have engaged 1,600 students who have proven capable of generating IDR 1.5–5 million per week. And that’s only 10% of the commission fee,” Prabowo explained during the Jogja Women’s Forum held at Grha Sabha Pramana on Thursday (Nov. 28).  

She added that this collaborative initiative offers a solution for homemakers looking to grow their businesses while maintaining a steady revenue stream. By delegating marketing operations to affiliate students, business owners can focus on production and product innovation. 

Prabowo stressed the importance of evaluating and innovating products to ensure they remain attractive to consumers. She hopes the partnership between Exporthub.id and UGM can provide a formula for overcoming women’s barriers to scaling up MSMEs.  

In alignment, Professor Wening Udasmoro, UGM’s Vice Rector for Education and Teaching, stated that this collaboration reflects UGM’s mission to advance the nation’s intellectual development. 

“Universities act as enabling factors. We need to motivate economic activities for women and ensure capacity building,” she concluded.  

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With the theme “Women’s Economic Progress,” this National Women’s Forum was a collaboration between UGM, the Regional Office of Women’s Empowerment, Child Protection, and Population Control (DP3AP2) of the DIY Provincial Government, and Exporthub.id, aiming to promote women’s MSME products to go global.

UGM Vice-Rector for Education and Teaching, Professor Wening Udasmoro, stated that the collaboration had resulted in 51 MSMEs going global via e-commerce, 102 local MSMEs onboarding to e-commerce, and three products becoming partners with Exporthub.id, entering local and global markets. 

Additionally, 422 students have become affiliates of Exporthub.id to market DIY women’s MSME products.

Professor Udasmoro emphasized that universities have a mandate to educate society, especially women. Women in the creative industry still face challenges in capacity building and skill development, particularly in mastering information technology for digital marketing. 

“Some sectors still show low female participation,” she said.

She added that few women possess the capacity and competence to engage in the creative industry. Therefore, universities are responsible for enhancing women’s competencies in creative MSME product development.

“Achieving this goal requires collaboration among bureaucrats, academics, corporations, communities, and mentors,” she added.

Amalia Prabowo, President Director of Exporthub, highlighted that although women dominate the MSME sector, only about 24% of women are involved in e-commerce businesses. This skill gap necessitates capacity development through student involvement. 

“We involve students to help MSME players reach markets and operate efficiently,” she explained.

Prabowo noted the vast potential of the e-commerce market, especially with internet penetration in Indonesia reaching around 79%. However, social media management requires dedicated teams. 

“We not only provide training but also intensive mentoring,” she said.

Meanwhile, Suci Hendrina, Head of CSR and Corporate Communication at Paragon Group, said that women have equal job opportunities as men. She noted that approximately 80% of Paragon employees are women. 

“Most of Paragon’s workforce consists of women. Starting as a home industry in 1985 with just two employees, we now have 14,000 employees,” she explained.

Erlina Hidayati Sumardi, Head of DP3AP2 DIY, stated that women entrepreneurs often begin their businesses due to a lack of job opportunities. The Jogja Women’s Forum acts as a facilitator to address the barriers and challenges faced by women in the economic sector. 

“This forum aims to discuss concrete steps and implementations to strengthen commitments between the government, private sector, universities, and other sectors,” said Sumardi.

Additionally, the congress provided integrated consulting services for women aspiring to start businesses. 

The event featured booths offering MSME consultations from the DIY Cooperatives Office, Business Identification Number (NIB) consultations from the Investment and Integrated Service Office, Food Distribution Permit consultations from the Food and Drug Supervisory Agency, and Certificate of Origin (SKA) creation services from the Industry and Trade Office.

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Speaking in front of 1,700 students from the 2024 Indonesia Smart College Card (KIP-K) program, Qodriyah recounted her journey from receiving financial aid for higher education to earning various degrees and achievements.

In 2010, Qodriyah received the Bidik Misi program in the Nursing Science program at the Faculty of Medicine. 

The woman from Bantul, who now runs a furniture business, reflected on her college days, emphasizing that everyone has the opportunity to achieve success. 

“On the first day I found out I was accepted at UGM, I wrote down that I would become UGM’s top student, even though I didn’t know at the time what it meant to be the best student,” Qodriyah recalled.

Through hard work, Qodriyah realized her dream three years later when she was named UGM’s Most Outstanding Student in 2013. 

From this experience, Qodriyah learned that determination can come from anywhere. As long as someone has confidence and affirms that their goals are attainable, the effort and resolve needed to achieve them will be eased. 

This was something Qodriyah experienced firsthand. 

“I used to see my seniors chatting with the president, and in my heart, I prayed that I could also meet and talk with the president one day. And, as it turned out, Allah SWT granted that wish,” she revealed.

Qodriyah was eventually selected as the representative for Bidik Misi students from across Indonesia and had the opportunity to deliver a speech in front of then-President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono in 2014.

After graduating from UGM, Qodriyah pursued a master’s degree at the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, with an LPDP Indonesia scholarship. She also actively participated in international conferences and built global networks. 

Qodriyah later started a furniture business called “Cabinesia,” motivated by her desire to create jobs. 

“The state has funded my education, so I must contribute. It may not be much yet, but this is my way of giving back for what I have received,” Qodriyah said.

In addition to sharing her experiences, Qodriyah also outlined the challenges students will face in the future. She predicts that in 30 years, there will be a phenomenon of academic inflation. 

As more and more people graduate from higher education institutions, intense competition will arise, especially in the job market. UGM graduates are expected to master various competencies and become pioneers in every generation. 

Therefore, Qodriyah stressed the importance of exploring experiences and soft skills during college.

“We live in a technological era. Unfortunately, many of us lack essential soft skills. We spend much time on social media, but only as consumers,” Qodriyah explained.

She reminded students not to waste opportunities to learn and create while still in college. Studying is important, but students should also consider the contributions they can make to society and the country.

The KIP-K program, which has been running since 2021 under the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (Kemendikbudristek), has opened broad access to education for the lower-middle class. 

The provision of financial aid is also part of UGM’s effort to ensure students’ education is not hindered by economic conditions. This year, UGM accepted 1,676 KIP-K students and 24 additional students nominated by the community.

Vice-Rector for Student Affairs, Community Service, and Alumni Dr. Arie Sujito emphasized the need to uphold the commitment to educational inclusivity. 

“Expanding access to higher education, especially for marginalized groups, is necessary. It is also crucial to improve human resource quality, particularly for national development,” Dr. Sujito explained.

The Director of Student Affairs, Dr. Sindung Tjahyadi, expressed a similar sentiment. The KIP-K scholarship has helped students gain access to education at UGM. 

“It greatly helps them improve access to education,” he stated.

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She felt overwhelmed after attending UGM’s Bachelor and Applied Bachelor Graduation Ceremony on Thursday (Nov. 21) at Grha Sabha Pramana. 

She held tightly onto her Bachelor of Economics degree from the UGM Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB UGM).

For Yogi, earning a degree from UGM was no easy feat. Hailing from Awabutu in the Paniai District of Central Papua Province, she had always aspired to receive the best education despite coming from an underdeveloped, frontier, and outermost (3T) region. 

After finishing elementary school, she continued her studies at SMP Santa Maria in Bandung. When she entered grade IX, she returned to Jayapura to complete her education at YPPK Kristus Raja Junior High School. 

Fortunately, she received the ADEM (Affirmative Middle Education) scholarship, allowing her to continue her studies at SMA Negeri 1 Bojong in Pekalongan. After graduating from high school, she received the Affirmative Higher Education scholarship, which brought her to FEB UGM.

The daughter of Jonas Yogi and Theresia Gobai admitted that the early days of her university studies were challenging. She experienced stress and had difficulty adjusting to campus life. 

“I doubted whether I could make it. Seeing my friends’ backgrounds shocked me, and I felt mentally overwhelmed. I felt insecure, but reality wasn’t as bad as I imagined. My friends on campus were very helpful and supportive,” she recalled.

Yogi expressed her gratitude for the openness and kindness of her friends at FEB UGM. They were always willing to study together and provide guidance when she had trouble understanding certain subjects. 

“They were very helpful whenever I didn’t understand something. I could ask them questions, and they even allowed me to photocopy their materials. So, I didn’t feel alone or left behind,” explained her.

Yogi’s university journey didn’t go smoothly. In 2019, she had to pause her studies due to widespread racial tensions against Papuan students in various regions. 

As a result, she took a break during her second year and returned to her hometown. 

“I considered transferring to another university. But after some thought, I realized my sacrifices were too great to give up, both physically and emotionally. Fortunately, I could persevere with my family and friends’ support,” she said.

After obtaining her degree, Yogi plans to return to her hometown of Awabutu to serve her community. She explained that her hometown is rich in potential but has not been fully developed. 

With the education she has achieved, she dreams of making the area a prime destination and improving the welfare of its residents. 

“Awabutu is like Dieng, with fertile land and a beautiful lake. If well-managed, it could become a major destination and help boost the local economy,” she added.

Although there are many schools in her hometown, she noted that accessibility to education services remains difficult, especially for students living in villages across the lake. Yogi’s mother, a counseling guidance teacher, has even opened her home to accommodate children who need a place to stay to continue their education. 

“I hope to return to Awabutu and contribute to both education and the local economy,” she concluded.

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This event, themed “Women in Stream,” was a collaboration between UGM and two renowned international universities: the National University of Singapore (NUS) and Tsinghua University (THU) in China. 

GIFTS opened on Thursday (Nov. 14), and dozens of academics, experts, and industry professionals participated.

UGM Vice-Rector for Education and Teaching Professor Wening Udasmoro commended the collaboration between the three universities in developing the technopark concept, which integrates academics with technology. 

“We want to address socio-cultural, environmental, and inclusivity issues. The hope is that we produce innovations and impact society,” said Professor Udasmoro.

She further explained that UGM aims to create a platform for industry players to collaborate with the academic sector. 

GIK UGM is one way to implement this commitment. Through this initiative, academics can align their perspectives with the industry, leading to innovations that contribute to national development. 

She also highlighted technology as the largest channel for innovation capable of driving change.

Brian Koh from NUS echoed similar sentiments. He emphasized that universities are centers for innovation, technological development, and evaluations for the future. 

The academic sector must collaborate across countries and disciplines. Koh stated that innovation is meaningless if it is not realized for society’s benefit. 

“Innovation is the process of transforming and finding solutions. There’s always a problem that needs solving. This element is essential for our innovation to have an impact,” Koh explained.

Moreover, he hopes that GIFTS 2024 will inspire further collaborations in addressing the various global crises of today.

In line with this, Wang Xiaoxiao from THU emphasized the need to promote the role of women in academics and information technology. 

“We aim to create real-world solutions, and that is the purpose of our collaboration. We want to create an inclusive world, which is our theme,” Wang stated.

The THU representative added that this collaboration is intended to be sustainable and impactful, not just limited to one or two programs. 

GIFTS 2024 focuses on inclusivity, particularly the role of women in technological advancements. 

This urgency stems from data showing that women’s involvement in the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Management (STREAM) industry is only 28%, and the field is still largely dominated by men. 

GIFTS 2024 hosted seminars and various science and technology skills training sessions for women in response to this issue.

It featured a series of programs, including seminars, talk shows, workshops, and exhibitions, aimed at opening opportunities for women to contribute according to their interests and talents. 

Bringing together experts in their respective fields, it focused on discussing social issues, particularly the role of women in technology, science, entrepreneurship, the arts, and management. 

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The film festival aims to highlight various women’s issues through Korean cinema and expand students’ and the public’s understanding of the culture and lives of women in Korea. 

Held in Room 709 and the auditorium of the UGM Faculty of Cultural Sciences (FIB UGM), the festival features several well-known films, including Kim Ji-Young: Born 1982 (2019), Sunday Morning in Victoria Park (2010), Before, Now, & Then (2022), and Cart (2014).

The festival opened with a screening of Kim Ji-Young: Born 1982, a South Korean film adapted from the controversial novel by Cho Nam-joo. 

The story follows the life of Kim Ji-Young (played by Jung Yu-mi), a stay-at-home mother in her 30s who experiences psychological changes. These changes lead her to start speaking and acting like significant figures from her past, including her mother and a close female friend. 

Her husband, Dae-Hyun (played by Gong Yoo), becomes increasingly concerned about Ji-Young’s condition and supports her as she faces the pressures she is experiencing.

Through Ji-Young’s life story, the film addresses various challenges Korean women face in a patriarchal society that restricts their freedom, whether as wives, mothers, or daughters.

Ji-Young grows up in an environment that often undermines her aspirations, imposes high expectations, and disregards her individuality.

Ji-Young’s deteriorating mental health illustrates the effects of the injustices she experiences, reflecting the societal pressures faced by women in South Korea.

This movie has received widespread praise for daring to tackle sensitive issues such as gender inequality and women’s mental health. 

It also has raised public awareness and sparked important discussions on women’s rights and mental well-being in Korea.

After the film screening, the event continued with a “Star Talk” session featuring director Kim Ji-Young: Born in 1982, Kim Do-Young, who joined via Zoom. 

Kim Do-Young, who began her career in theater and has been active in the film industry for 19 years, shared insights into the creative process and the challenges she faced during the film’s production. 

Febriani Elfida Trihtarani moderated and translated the interview. In it, she discussed the relevance of the issues raised in the film and acknowledged that the project had faced significant criticism, especially from conservatives who viewed it as controversial due to its feminist themes.

However, she and the production team remained confident in pushing forward with the film. 

“At that time, feminism was a hot topic, and we felt it was the right moment to address it through cinema. We were confident that this film would offer an important perspective despite the challenges,” Kim Do-Young explained.

With screenings and discussions of movies like Kim Ji-Young: Born 1982, “Women’s Film Festival” is expected to provide a deeper understanding of the various issues facing women in Korea while opening up a dialogue on gender inequality, women’s rights, and mental well-being.

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The award was presented on Wednesday (Oct. 16) at Kuningan Hotel, Jakarta. The commission’s chairperson, Andy Yentriyani, handed the certificate of appreciation directly to the Chairperson of Satgas PPKS UGM, Professor Yayi Suryo Prabandari.

This award was given in commemoration of the National Commission on Violence Against Women’s 26th anniversary and as a gesture of appreciation to its partners. 

The commission acknowledged 26 ministries/agencies, mass media, and universities that have made significant breakthroughs in creating safe spaces for women.

Professor Prabandari expressed her gratitude that UGM, through its Satgas PPKS, was recognized by the National Commission on Violence Against Women. She pointed out that UGM was the only university among the 26 awardees to receive this honor. 

“We are truly grateful that UGM’s efforts through Satgas PPKS, established in 2022, have been acknowledged by the National Commission on Violence Against Women,” Professor Prabandari told reporters on Thursday (Oct. 17).

Andy Yentriyani, Chairperson of the National Commission on Violence Against Women, stated that this recognition encourages collaborative efforts and inspires cross-sectoral cooperation to continue advancing women’s rights. 

“We hope this inspires everyone to see that by working together, we can achieve a lot,” said Andy Yentriyani.

During the 2024 National Commission on Violence Against Women Appreciation Ceremony, there were three awards categories. The first was for coordination in handling gender-based violence and strengthening victim support institutions. 

The Ministry of Women’s Empowerment and Child Protection, the National Police Commission, Jakarta’s regional government, and the Witness and Victim Protection Agency were among the recipients.

The Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology, the Ministry of Religious Affairs, the Ministry of Manpower, the Ministry of Youth and Sports, and the DPR Commission III received awards for conducive policies for eliminating gender-based violence. 

PT KAI, AJI (Alliance of Independent Journalists), JALA PRT (Domestic Workers Network), and the Archdiocese of Jakarta were among the recipients in the category of pioneers in creating safe spaces from violence.

Professor Prabandari mentioned that besides receiving the award from the commission, on Monday (Oct. 7), UGM also received the Cerdas Berkarakter University Award 2024, along with four other universities: Universitas Budi Luhur (Jakarta), Universitas Negeri Cendana (Kupang), Politeknik Negeri Bandung, and Politeknik Negeri Batam.

This award was presented by the Center for Character Strengthening (Puspeka), Secretariat General, Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology to educational stakeholders who have implemented strategic and practical programs/policies in creating inclusive, diverse, and violence-free learning environments to fulfill the Pancasila Student Profile.

In response to reporters’ questions about the handling of sexual violence cases at UGM, Professor Prabandari explained that all reports are addressed as quickly as possible and followed up by an investigative team if there is suspicion of sexual violence. 

“If the nature of the sexual violence is unclear, we consult with the faculty of the reported party or refer the case to the appropriate unit,” she elaborated.

Professor Prabandari acknowledged that handling sexual violence cases poses significant challenges, as the process requires an investigative team from various elements, which can take time. 

“Especially when external parties are involved, coordination is necessary, which also takes time. Meanwhile, victims often want their cases resolved quickly. We mitigate this by collaborating with various parties, streamlining the organization, and increasing human resources,” she explained.

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