Universities urged to prioritize impactful research over metrics and administrative compliance.
SDG 16: Peace Justice & Strong Institutions
Indonesia’s Press Freedom Index rises slightly, but UGM journalism professor warns that the fight for press freedom must continue.
RSA UGM doctor explains early signs, symptoms, and risks of Nipah virus infection and Indonesia’s preparedness measures.
A UGM-University of Nottingham survey reveals that most Indonesian campuses remain inaccessible for lecturers with disabilities
UGM Appoints New Directors of Prof. Soedomo Dental and Oral Hospital to Boost Service and Governance
UGM Rector inaugurates the new board of directors of Prof. Soedomo Dental and Oral Hospital to strengthen leadership and hospital governance.
Letters from Banyuurip Elementary School Students for Indonesia’s Future
Violent teacher–student conflicts highlight how education liberalization and transactional school relations undermine safe, democratic learning spaces.
UGM KKN students collaborate with Komnas Perempuan to raise awareness of gender-based violence among women in Morotai, North Maluku.
UGM economist urges stronger financial governance to curb Indonesia’s shadow economy and prevent tax leakages.
UGM sociologist says a child suicide case over school expenses reflects structural inequality and schools’ failure as spaces for dialogue.
UGM expert warns that a weak occupational health and safety culture has contributed to over 400,000 workplace accidents nationwide.
UGM nursing students join the AHS Emergency Medical Team to support health services for flood disaster refugees in North Aceh.
UGM and Hitachi Asia Indonesia reinforce long-term collaboration to advance impact-driven research, innovation, and talent development.
UGM economist warns that lack of transparency has made Indonesia’s capital market vulnerable to speculative shocks and declining investor trust.
With 66 islands and rich Kei culture, UGM encourages Tual City to develop special interest tourism to strengthen maritime-based destinations.
UGM sociologist urges culturally grounded law enforcement in Yogyakarta to strengthen social order through dialogue, participation, and justice.
UGM KKN students introduce a simple, low-smoke waste incinerator and hold a science festival to promote clean environments and hands-on learning.
UGM KKN students assist disaster-affected communities in Aceh by supporting economic recovery and providing psychosocial assistance.
Anies Baswedan urges universities to sustain student movement regeneration through cross-generational reflection and commitment to democracy.
UGM and the National Archives of Indonesia explore collaboration to strengthen archival management and preserve the nation’s collective memory.
Korpagama honors 11 UGM staff entering retirement with certificates and solidarity funds in recognition of their dedicated service to the university.
UGM’s international relations expert criticizes Indonesia’s decision to join Trump’s Board of Peace, calling it a serious foreign policy blunder.
A UGM lecturer warns that the buying and selling of public offices signals weak governance and urges merit-based appointments at the village level.
As Indonesia targets garlic self-sufficiency by 2029, UGM’s experts urge the government to prioritize farmers’ welfare and price stability.
Informal employment, low wages, and weak social protection drive overwork in Indonesia, says UGM economist Wisnu Setiadi Nugroho.
UGM research shows prison-based job training can build inmates’ self-efficacy, resilience, and hope for a meaningful second chance after release.
A UGM professor explains that Bank Indonesia’s independence rests on a collective leadership system, following Thomas Djiwandono’s appointment.
UGM journalism expert says Constitutional Court ruling reaffirms that protecting journalists ultimately safeguards the public’s right to information.
Thousands killed in Iran’s January 2026 protests reflect deep economic crisis and weakening regime legitimacy, says UGM security expert.
UGM graduates 39 smart forest city experts through a special training program to support human resource development for Indonesia’s future capital, IKN.
