The oil price surge from the Iran conflict tests the global economy, while Indonesia shows strong resilience and stability.
SDG 1: No Poverty
Ngada tragedy reveals gaps in poverty metrics and calls for structural policy reform in Eastern Indonesia.
Over 201 regional leaders are implicated in corruption as experts cite high political costs and weak oversight systems.
UGM economist warns that rising digital fraud in Indonesia could weaken trust in digital transactions and influence investor confidence.
UGM law expert urges passage of the Indigenous Peoples Bill to strengthen legal protection for indigenous communities in Indonesia.
UGM alumnus Rif’an overcomes financial hardship to study abroad and pursue a PhD in the Netherlands through the LPDP scholarship.
UGM expert calls for waste management reform after the Bantargebang landfill tragedy that claimed seven lives.
UGM economist says government performance should focus on public impact, not budget absorption, despite Indonesia’s large state budget.
UGM expert warns pension protection in Indonesia remains limited, risking elderly poverty and future generational burdens.
Speaking at a Ramadan lecture at UGM, Jusuf Kalla highlighted inequality in governance as a key factor behind several major conflicts in Indonesia.
Anies Baswedan calls on students to critically read social realities and revive the spirit of Iqra during a tarawih sermon at UGM.
UGM expert urges better governance and oversight of LPDP scholarship service obligations after public controversy over alumni’s social media posts.
Authors and scholars highlight writing as a way for women to find identity and empowerment in society.
UGM economist says Indonesia’s 8% growth target is hard to achieve, with 2026 growth projected at 5%.
UGM scholar urges cross-sector collaboration and outcome-based policies to eliminate extreme poverty by 2026.
UGM Accounting graduate Cynthia Fransisca earns cum laude honors after excelling in academics, organizations, and competitions.
LPS provides scholarships, internships, and 60 computers to UGM, strengthening research and financial education partnerships.
UGM scholars highlight Indonesia’s layered crisis, calling for epistemic freedom and stronger democratic resilience.
UGM psychologist says Gen Z’s rising protests reflect societal change, crisis conditions, and digital activism shaping youth perspectives.
UGM urges stronger mental health literacy and stigma reduction as Indonesia records over 1,000 suicide cases annually.
Vice Minister Dahnil Simanjuntak highlights justice, integrity, and literacy in Ramadan lecture at UGM.
UGM mosque urges mosques to foster social cohesion, dialogue, and community empowerment beyond worship.
UGM economist warns Indonesia’s shrinking middle class signals fragile job quality and stalled social mobility.
UGM Rector and Ustaz Wijayanto urge social compassion at the Ramadan 2026 campus opening event.
UGM lecturer urges stronger regulations to ensure fair wages and social protection for online motorcycle taxi drivers.
UGM economist clarifies false claims that Indonesia is the world’s second poorest country.
UGM expert calls for precautionary planning of 1,582 new fishing vessels to prevent overfishing and protect fish stocks.
UGM alumnus Anselmus Wau turns pandemic layoff into success with MAMOKA cassava chips and culinary ventures.
UGM opens admissions for the 2026 Tridharma Affirmation to top students from Indonesia’s 3T regions. Registration closes Feb. 24.
UGM lecturer warns that rising layoffs and informal work threaten social cohesion, urging inclusive policies and stronger social protection.
