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UI Law Faculty Sexual Violence Case: 20 Victims, 13 Examined, Investigation Underway

From Tempo · (16m ago) Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Universitas Indonesia is investigating 20 victims and 13 individuals (7 students, 6 lecturers) in a sexual violence case at its Faculty of Law.
  • The university's task force is interviewing alleged perpetrators individually and consulting with a team of experts to determine sanctions.
  • The investigation aims to conclude within 79 days, following regulations for handling such cases, with sanctions considering both the perpetrator's actions and the victim's impact.

Universitas Indonesia is committed to thoroughly addressing the serious allegations of sexual violence within the Faculty of Law. The university's task force is diligently working through the investigation process, which involves interviewing all 20 reported victims and 13 individuals identified as potential perpetrators, including students and lecturers. This meticulous approach, involving individual interviews and consultation with a specialized team of experts in law, psychology, and digital forensics, underscores UI's dedication to uncovering the full truth.

Hasil pemeriksaan korban oleh tim satgas dan tim ahli, berita acara pemeriksaannya ada 7 mahasiswa dan 6 dosen.

— Erwin Agustian PanigoroDirector of Public Relations, Media, Government, and International Affairs at Universitas Indonesia, confirming the number of individuals examined.

The process is designed to be comprehensive, ensuring that sanctions are not only based on the alleged actions of the perpetrators but also on the profound impact these actions have had on the victims. This victim-centered approach is crucial for delivering justice and fostering a safe environment within the university.

Penilaian sanksi bukan hanya didasarkan pada apa yang dilakukan terduga, tetapi juga pada dampak yang dirasakan korban.

— Erwin Agustian PanigoroExplaining the criteria for determining sanctions, emphasizing the impact on victims.

UI aims to complete this complex investigation within the mandated 79-day timeframe, adhering to national regulations. The university's commitment to transparency and due process is evident in its structured handling of the case, balancing the need for speed with the imperative for a thorough and fair examination. This situation highlights the ongoing challenges universities face in combating sexual violence and the importance of robust institutional mechanisms to address such issues.

Ini mengharuskan satgas memeriksa setiap terlapor secara individual, memverifikasi bukti digital secara teknis, serta melakukan pendampingan korban dengan pendekatan berbasis korban.

— Erwin Agustian PanigoroDescribing the detailed examination process for each reported individual and victim support.
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Originally published by Tempo in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.