DKI Jakarta, West Java lead Indonesia in reported violence against women cases

Indonesia's National Commission on Violence Against Women (Komnas Perempuan) has reported that DKI Jakarta and West Java have the highest numbers of reported cases of violence against women through mid-2026. As of June 30, 2026, DKI Jakarta documented 561 cases, followed by West Java with 457. These figures were presented by Komnas Perempuan Chair Maria Ulfah Anshor during a hearing in Jakarta. Other regions with significant reports include East Java (115 cases), Banten (109 cases), and Central Java (109 cases). Komnas Perempuan utilizes various channels for reporting, with digital platforms being the most frequently used. Throughout 2026, the commission received an average of 10 complaints per day, totaling 1,833. Of these, 1,279 cases were deemed actionable, while 554 could not be pursued due to incomplete information, withdrawal of complaints, or inability to contact the victim. Of the actionable cases, 641 have received a response. Analysis of gender-based violence indicates that 520 cases occurred within the personal sphere, encompassing violence against wives and dating violence. Additionally, 320 cases were reported in the public sphere, 232 via cyber channels, 31 in the workplace, 31 in residential areas, and 29 in other categories. Cases involving state apparatus and occurring in government offices numbered 22 for women facing legal issues and 4 others.