SDG 16: Peace Justice & Strong Institutions
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.
UGM graduates 1,061 postgraduate students, highlighting academic excellence, research impact, and leadership in higher education.
Ending direct local elections could weaken popular sovereignty and strengthen political elites, a UGM political analyst warns.
UGM’s Christian community held a joint Christmas celebration emphasizing love, harmony, and unity amid diversity across the university community.
UGM expert supports the government’s Grok AI block and urges firm action against digital platforms that harm users and violate ethical norms.
UGM expert warns that Trump’s bid to seize Greenland could undermine sovereignty, weaken international law, and destabilize global order.
An emotional story behind Professor Zainal Arifin Mochtar’s inauguration, as he fulfills a lifelong promise to his late father at UGM.
UGM expert warns that regional elections via local councils could weaken democracy and limit political opportunities for youth and ordinary citizens.
Kagama’s Central Board inaugurates 47 new regional leaders in West Sulawesi, reinforcing alumni collaboration for regional development.
UGM inaugurates Professor Zainal Arifin Mochtar, who warns of rising conservatism and authoritarianism weakening independent state institutions.
Indonesia ranks second most disaster-prone globally. A UGM expert urges stronger community preparedness and greater investment in mitigation efforts.
UGM Nuclear Engineering student wins an international Grand Prize at the Youth Multimedia Arts Competition in Bangkok, promoting a nuclear-free world.

