UPN Veteran Yogyakarta investigates 7 lecturers for alleged sexual violence; 5 suspended

UPN Veteran Yogyakarta University is actively investigating seven lecturers suspected of sexual harassment and violence, with five already suspended from their academic responsibilities. The accused faculty members come from various departments, including Agriculture, Social and Political Sciences, and Mineral and Energy Technology. One lecturer is also a guest from another institution.

“

There are six lecturers we are processing with indications of sexual harassment, and because, in quotes, there is a kind of tolerance or during the process.

Hendro Widjanarko, the Vice Rector for Student Affairs, Alumni, and Cooperation, confirmed the ongoing process. "There are six lecturers we are processing with indications of sexual harassment, and because, in quotes, there is a kind of tolerance or during the process," Widjanarko stated during a press conference on Friday. He emphasized the university's firm stance against any form of sexual violence within its community.

“

Since the beginning, we do not tolerate and will never tolerate sexual harassment or sexual violence in the UPN Veteran Yogyakarta campus environment.

Widjanarko reiterated that UPN Veteran Yogyakarta does not and will not tolerate sexual harassment or violence. "If it is proven, we will take firm action in accordance with applicable regulations," he added. The university's commitment to a safe campus environment is underscored by these immediate actions against the accused lecturers.

“

If it is proven, we will take firm action in accordance with applicable regulations.