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BEM UI Demands Strict Sanctions for Campus Sexual Violence Cases

From Republika · (2d ago) Indonesian Critical tone

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The Indonesian Student Union (BEM UI) strongly condemns sexual violence incidents on campus.
  • BEM UI urges the university rectorate to immediately issue a decree for the dismissal or expulsion of 16 alleged perpetrators from the Faculty of Law.
  • The organization also calls on the public to respect the privacy of victims.

The Indonesian Student Union (BEM UI) has issued a strong condemnation of the sexual violence that has occurred on campus. In a press conference held on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, BEM UI representatives, including Vice Chairman Fathimah Azzahra and Faculty of Law Student Union Chairman Anandaku Dimas Rumi, alongside the victim's legal counsel Timotius Rajagukguk, voiced their outrage.

BEM UI is demanding decisive action from the university, specifically calling for the immediate issuance of a decree to dismiss or expel the 16 students implicated in these heinous acts. This stance underscores the student body's commitment to ensuring a safe and just environment for all students.

Furthermore, BEM UI has appealed to the broader community to uphold and respect the privacy of the victims. This call highlights the importance of protecting those who have been affected by such incidents and ensuring they are not subjected to further harm or intrusion.

BEM Ul mengutuk keras dan tegas atas tindakan kekerasan seksual yang dilakukan oleh 16 terduga pelaku dari mahasiswa Fakultas Hukum Ul serta mendesak pihak rektor untuk segera mengeluarkan SK pemberhentian atau drop out terhadap pelaku dan mengimbau masyarakat untuk menjaga dan menghargai privasi korban.

— BEM UIStatement from BEM UI condemning sexual violence and demanding action.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.