SDG 16: Peace Justice & Strong Institutions
Indonesia’s Foreign Minister, Retno Marsudi, stated that the situation in Palestine is deteriorating over time due to ongoing Israeli attacks on Gaza and the weakening role of the UN agency handling Palestinian refugees, UNRWA. However, Indonesia continues to send humanitarian aid and strives for the recognition of Palestine as a state through diplomatic channels at […].
Indonesia commemorates the birth of Pancasila every June 1st. This sacred moment reminds us to continuously uphold Pancasila as the nation’s foundation and source of law and strengthen its relevance as a national philosophy. Therefore, practicing Pancasila values in national governance, democratic life, and maintaining unity among all citizens should be a shared goal upheld […].
Two alumni of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), Angelo Wijaya, an alumnus of International Relations at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (Fisipol UGM), and Fajar Sidik Abdullah Kelana, an alumnus of the Faculty of Engineering (FT UGM), represented Indonesia at the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum held on April 16-18 […].
Not long after the Russia-Ukraine war, the world was shocked by the outbreak of war between Iran and Israel.
The UGM Graduate School (SPs UGM) has contributed to the university’s achievement in ranking 61st globally in the field of Theology, Divinity, and Religious Studies in the 2024 QS World University Ranking by Subject. In this ranking of 141 universities worldwide, UGM is the only university in Indonesia listed alongside prestigious institutions like Harvard, Oxford, […].
Dr. Fahmy Radhi, an energy economics analyst at UGM, stated that the Iran-Israel conflict could raise global oil prices, increasing domestic fuel prices. He mentioned this due to the conflict’s location around the Strait of Hormuz, which could disrupt the world’s oil supply chain, thus hindering oil supply and raising distribution costs.
The global higher education ranking institution, QS Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), has released the 2024 QS World University Rankings (WUR) by Subject, which sees Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) securing the 263rd position globally, ranking 178th globally in the Social Sciences and Management field, 272nd in Art and Humanities, 316th in Engineering and Technology, and 451-500 in […].
The ammunition warehouse of Yon Armed 7/105 GS in Bantar Gebang, Bekasi, exploded and caught fire intensely on Saturday (Mar.
Faisal Rahman, a Protection Associate at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Indonesia, stated that although Aceh has long been receiving refugees from abroad, it has only been a temporary shelter.
As a public institution, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) remains steadfast in its commitment to delivering top-notch services to the community, spanning information dissemination, consultation avenues, and collaborative initiatives in education, research, and community engagement. UGM currently upholds 25 Public Service Standards (SPP) as of March 2024 to fortify the framework of quality service protocols. “We […].
The relentless Palestine-Israel conflict persists without a resolution in sight.
The UGM Balairung Forum has taken a proactive stance in reminding the nation about the critical aspects of democracy.
In celebrating its 12th anniversary, the UGM Academic Hospital has taken a significant step by declaring an integrity zone towards a corruption-free zone. Alongside this milestone, the hospital has unveiled several enhancements, including the inauguration of the Wijoyokusumo ICU room, Gadjah Mada Orthopedic Center, Gadjah Mada Stroke Center, BPJS Executive Polyclinic, and public amenities such […].
Islamic scholars KH Ahmad Bahauddin Nursalim (Gus Baha) and Professor Muhammad Quraish Shihab engaged in a National Dialogue on Maintaining National Brotherhood to Preserve Indonesian Unity, organized by UGM on Monday (Mar.
The nationwide voting held on February 14, 2024, has sparked public discussions regarding the ongoing data processing conducted by the General Election Commission (KPU). Umi Illiyyina, a member of the Election Supervisory Board (Bawaslu) in Yogyakarta, joined forces with a UGM political expert to provide insights and evaluations on the conduct of the 2024 election.
Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) now boasts a dedicated place of worship for Catholic believers.
At the Concert Hall of Taman Budaya Yogyakarta, the Center for Public Mental Health (CPMH) at the UGM Faculty of Psychology orchestrated a compelling art performance titled “A Visual Symphony for Mental Health” on Thursday, Feb 15. Collaborating with the Arts for Mental Health Advocacy (AMHA) network, this event represents CPMH’s commitment to advancing mental […].
Thousands of students exercised their voting rights at nine special polling stations (TPS Loksus) of UGM situated in five student dormitories.
Professor Ova Emilia, the Rector of UGM, oversaw the voting process at several locations of the special polling stations (TPS Loksus) at UGM on Wednesday (Feb.
UGM has affirmed its readiness to host the general elections on campus.
Special Polling Station (TPS) officials are crucial in the electoral process.
Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) conducted training for students who will serve as independent election supervisors for the 2024 elections at the special polling stations (TPS) within UGM on Friday (Feb.
The pulse of democracy beats stronger as Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) opens its doors for students to register as independent election supervisors at special Polling Stations (TPS) on UGM premises. This initiative is a proactive step to fortify the integrity of the upcoming presidential election in February.
In Indonesia’s evolving landscape of freedom of religion and belief (FoRB), the last two decades have seen regulatory strides, with the term enshrined in the constitution during the 2000 amendment to the 1945 Constitution. Despite these advancements, real-world challenges persist, marked by numerous FoRB violations that often sideline mediation practices and the rights of those […].
As the 2024 elections loom, political aspirations and agendas flood the public sphere, echoing the promises of presidential and vice-presidential hopefuls.
Mejan is one of the ancestral relics of the Pakpak Bharat community in North Sumatra.
Nezar Patria, the Deputy Minister of Communication and Information Technology, enthusiastically endorses research and studies probing the ethical dimensions of deploying artificial intelligence (AI) in industrial and educational domains. This resonates with the minister’s recently introduced policy, unveiling ethical guidelines for AI application in the public sector, a strategic move to ensure AI’s secure and […].
The curtains have closed on the third batch of the Merdeka Student Exchange Program (PMM) at UGM. Amidst a tapestry of diverse stories, a noteworthy narrative emerges from two PMM groups, Malioboro and Parangkusumo, who immersed themselves in the rich experiences of the Nusantara module activities.
From Dec. 6 to 9, a transformative training session on diversity and peace unfolded at D’Senopati Hotel Yogyakarta, engaging 35 pastors from the Indonesian Protestant Church in Western Indonesia (GPIB). The training, orchestrated by the Indonesian Consortium for Religious Studies (ICRS) at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), aimed to enrich the spiritual leaders in various facets […].
In a groundbreaking alliance, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), in collaboration with the Yogyakarta Government and the Yogyakarta Province Prosecutor’s Office, solidified their commitment by signing a Memorandum of Understanding. This strategic partnership, focusing on implementing legal services for the Suluh Praja Information System, unfolded on Friday (Dec.