The importance of pursuing national reconciliation to resolve and bring closure to lingering issues from the past—such as gross human rights violations and political crimes committed in the name of the state—is an integral part of democratic consolidation. However, to what extent have these efforts been carried out?
Currently, Indonesia needs to establish the principles and implementation mechanisms for the Personal Data Protection Act (PDP) in accordance with international standards, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) issued by the European Union. However, Indonesia also faces challenges in meeting these international standards and keeping pace with their evolution.
The COVID-19 pandemic has put the implementation of public services through digital technology (e-government) to the test and highlighted the importance of data in supporting, shaping, and informing public services. This was certainly unthinkable before the pandemic. The highly contagious nature of the virus necessitated measures requiring everyone to practice social distancing and self-quarantine. Information on infections must be shared openly to prevent further spread.
The topic of internet intermediary liability is currently a hot topic in internet governance. An internet intermediary can simply be defined as a platform that facilitates communication or interaction among its users via the internet. However, beyond this simple description, defining exactly what an internet intermediary is—along with the responsibilities and obligations attached to them—remains a distinct challenge.
Due to its sensitive and personal nature, personal data must be protected—not only by its owners but also by the state through the regulations it enacts. The Personal Data Protection Act is seen as an instrument capable of striking a balance between innovation, the economy, and the protection of personal data in the digital realm.
The Pusaka Bentala Rakyat Foundation and the Tifa Foundation view this protection guide for environmental human rights defenders as an urgent necessity. It is hoped that this guidebook will strengthen and enhance the capacity of indigenous and local communities in their advocacy efforts to secure and protect their rights to land, livelihoods, and the environment, as well as their right to participate in shaping development in their communities.
To date, many policymakers have not shown much interest in rural development. This is likely because many stakeholders
The changing times have brought about various new challenges in the pursuit of justice, ranging from independence and budget availability to the growing diversity of advocacy channels. In response to this, YLBHI, with the support of the Tifa Foundation, organized a Workshop on Innovation and Organizational Sustainability in Legal Empowerment from May to July 2021. During this event, participants were equipped with knowledge on systematic advocacy innovations that provide solutions to the legal needs of the community.
The One-Stop Integrated Service (LTSA) for migrant workers offers many potential benefits, one of which is protecting workers from exploitative intermediaries and the debt migration trap. However, is the LTSA actually functioning effectively in practice?
Every year, the government allocates a budget for development, with most of these projects funded by tax revenues. Therefore, the government must be accountable to the public for how these funds are used.