Jakarta –
The University of Indonesia (UI) has imposed sanctions on 15 out of 16 reported individuals in a case of alleged sexual violence in an obscene chat group within the Faculty of Law (FH). Among the perpetrators, some received a three-semester suspension penalty.
“UI handles every report of violence seriously, fairly, and with a focus on supporting victims. The sanctions imposed are based on the results of a thorough investigation and the recommendations of the Task Force for the Prevention and Handling of Violence and the Expert Team, with sanction levels proportional to the proven violations,” stated Erwin Agustian Panigoro, Director of Public Relations, Media, Government, and International Affairs at UI.
Based on the examination results, of the 15 reported individuals proven to have committed violations, 3 were subjected to a suspension of academic activities for 3 semesters, 7 for 2 semesters, and 4 for 1 semester.
One reported individual received a light administrative sanction according to applicable regulations. Meanwhile, another reported individual was found not to have committed any violation based on an evaluation of all available evidence.
In addition to suspension sanctions, the reported individuals are required to undergo psychological counseling and attend courses on anti-sexual violence as a preventive measure to avoid recurrence.
UI emphasizes that the enforcement of rules regarding violence is carried out consistently for every proven violation, regardless of status, position, faculty, or background of the parties involved.
UI states that all reports are processed based on applicable regulations and objective investigation results, so that every decision can be accounted for.
Since the report was received, the UI Task Force for the Prevention and Handling of Violence has carried out a series of handling stages, including receiving and verifying reports, examining victims, witnesses, and reported individuals, collecting and deepening evidence, additional assessments, and discussing examination results in internal meetings to formulate recommendations. This entire process serves as the basis for university leadership in determining the final decision.
UI says it is committed to continuing to accompany and protect victims throughout and after the handling process, including ensuring the availability of recovery services and guarantees for victims’ academic rights.
At the same time, UI is strengthening preventive measures across the entire campus environment so that similar incidents can be prevented and every member of the UI community can study and work in a safe environment.
“Handling this case is not an end, but part of UI’s ongoing efforts to build a campus environment that is safe and free from violence. Our focus is on victim recovery and prevention, so that every member of the UI community is protected,” said Erwin.
He mentioned that the handling of this case is carried out in accordance with applicable regulations, referring to the Minister of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology Regulation Number 55 of 2024 and the UI Rector Regulation Number 37 of 2025 concerning the Prevention and Handling of Violence within the University of Indonesia.
This determination is the result of a careful examination process that upholds the principles of due process, accountability, and victim protection, and is outlined in UI Rector Decrees Number 504/SK/R/UI/2026 through 519/SK/R/UI/2026.
This decision follows up on the investigation results and recommendations of the UI Task Force for the Prevention and Handling of Violence together with the Expert Team established through Rector Decree Number 360/SK/R/UI/2026.
Sanctions are imposed in a tiered manner, considering the form of violation, severity level, and degree of involvement of each reported individual as proven through examination.
The sanction framework is established according to Ministerial and Rector Regulations, covering administrative sanctions, suspension of academic activities, up to dismissal as a student, applied according to the severity level of the violation.
UI states that this tiered approach ensures every decision is proportional to the proven actions and can be objectively accounted for.
