Peradi Profesional Partners with 112 Campuses to Build Advocate Education Ecosystem

Jakarta: The Indonesian Advocates Association (Peradi Profesional) has partnered with the Directorate General of Islamic Education at the Ministry of Religious Affairs, Universitas Indonesia (UI), and 112 state and private universities to bolster advocate education. This collaboration aims to create a seamless connection between higher education, professional training, and the practice of law.

The signing ceremony, held in Jakarta on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, was attended by Minister of Religious Affairs Nasaruddin Umar, Chairman of Peradi Profesional Harris Arthur Hedar, Rector of UI Heri Hermansyah, and Director General of Islamic Education Amin Suyitno. Minister Nasaruddin Umar emphasized the growing importance of collaboration between universities, professional organizations, and the government in addressing the complex legal issues faced by society. He noted that legal problems are no longer solely text-based but intertwined with social, economic, cultural, technological, and power dynamics.

Minister Umar highlighted the crucial role of advocates in maintaining the balance of the judicial process and protecting citizens' rights. He urged advocate organizations to continuously improve their services, competence, ethics, and professional education. "I hope Peradi Profesional continues to strengthen the quality of professional services, ethics, competence, legal literacy, and continuous legal education for advocates," he stated.

Peradi Profesional Chairman Harris Arthur Hedar affirmed that the cooperation extends beyond the memorandum of understanding, focusing on developing advocate professional education, including the Advocate Professional Education Special Program (PKPA). "This is not just a ceremony. We are uniting forces to build legal education based on knowledge, integrity, and character," Harris said. He added that Peradi Profesional plans to enhance advocate quality through training and professional education, including sharia-based schemes.

Rector of Universitas Indonesia Heri Hermansyah stated that the collaboration strengthens the synergy between academia, government, and professional organizations, ensuring graduates have a smooth transition from education to professional practice. Director General of Islamic Education Amin Suyitno mentioned that strengthening the competency of graduates from Sharia and Law faculties is a key focus of the partnership.