Progress in Advocacy of Benhil Domestic Workers’ Case: The State Had To Be Present, Perpetrator(s) Had be Detained
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Jakarta, 12 May 2026 – Advocacy Team for Benhil Domestic Workers continued monitoring the tragic case of two domestic workers in Bendungan Hilir, Jakarta Pusat, which led to the death of one domestic worker and a serious injury to another after she jumped from the fourth floor. The case showed strong suspicion of exploitation, violence, and inhuman recruitment practices of young women.
Add a commentCivil Society Coalition Submitted an Appeal, Rejecting the State Administrative Court Decision Which Perpetuated Impunity in May 1998 Case
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The Civil Society Coalition rejected impunity and stated that it would appeal the State Administrative Court decision in Jakarta which rejected the lawsuit against Cultural Minister Fadli Zon – re. denial of mass rape in May 19 tragedy. The judges’ decision stating that the lawsuit was not declared inadmissible (Niet Ontvankelijke Verklaard/NO) ignored the key issue of the case and perpetuated impunity culture in Indonesia. The statement was issued during a press conference on Wednesday (22/4) and uploaded at YouTube account @Yayasan LBH Indonesia.
Add a commentIn the Land Perceived as Vacant/Empty
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The Film “Pesta Babi” (Pig Party) lasted for 95 minutes and was directed by Dandhy Laksono and Cypri Dale with collaboration of Watchdoc, Jubi Media, Greenpeace Indonesia, and a number of other civil society organisations. Through investigative approach, “Pesta Babi” tried t present Papuan voices who were at the fore front against change in their ancestral land.
Add a commentAfter more than 22 years of fight, domestic workers finally got the protection they sought, when the draft domestic workers’ protection became law. This meant that domestic workers were recognised as workers by the State. This victory came about after thousands of domestic workers, activists, media and solidarity civil society groups pushed relentlessly.
Add a commentFood as Right, Not Just a Program
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One basic question was often ignored amidst the country’s big ambition to pursue food security. The legal framework was in fact strong enough. The 1945 Constitution, Articles 28C and 28H stated that it was the rights of every person to live a prosperous life physically and spiritually and to meet their basic needs, including food. This guarantee was further elaborated in Law No. 39 Year 1999 on Human Rights which placed rights above welfare as part of human rights. In specific detail, Law No. 18 Year 2012 on Food stated that meeting food was a State’s responsibility by ensuring availability, accessibility, and safe, quality and nutritious consumption.
Add a commentSix State Human Rights Agencies Released Findings with regards to Human Rights Violation during August-September 2025 Action
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The fact-finding team of six State agencies explained the result of investigation regarding protest and the ensuing violence in August–September 2025. The findings were presented in a press conference with representatives of agencies, including the National Human Rights Commission, Indonesian Child Protection Agency (KPAI), The National Women’s Rights Commission, the National Disability Commission (KND), the Witness Protection Office (LPSK), and the Indonesian Ombudsman on Monday (20/4).
Add a commentClimate Crisis and the Future of Children: From Awareness to Collective Action
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Climate Festival was a series of programs initiated by Yayasan SHEEP Indonesia to celebrate Earth Day on 24-25 April 2026 at Taman Pintar, Yogyakarta. The program served as an education media and campaign for how to protect the earth, and was packaged in cultural-art presentation and discussions.
Add a commentGirl Up UNS Discussed Patriarchy during International Women’s Day Celebration 2026
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In celebrating International Women’s Day 2026, Girl Up UNS Student Group launched a series of programs titled “Beyond Labels: Advancing Equity Together.” The activities occurred on Saturday (18/04) at i Baron House Resto, featuring talkshows, art exhibition, and band.
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