Yogyakarta, April 10, 2026 – The employment landscape in the digital era is now facing new complexities, alongside the increasingly massive intervention of artificial intelligence across various job-providing platforms. Responding to this phenomenon, a lecturer from the Department of International Relations at FISIPOL UGM, Suci Lestari Yuana, held a participatory research training entitled “The Impact of AI on Gig Workers in Indonesia”. This innovative research is part of the UGM EQUITY grant program funded directly by the Indonesia Endowment Fund for Education (LPDP) and simultaneously serves as a continuation of Yuana’s previous research highlighting the issue of AI Colonialism entitled “The Plight of Female Gig Workers in Indonesia”. read more

Yogyakarta, April 9, 2026─The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FISIPOL UGM), has once again presented the “FISIPOL Free Breakfast” program as a form of support for students during the 2025/2026 midterm exams period. The program is held every morning starting at 06:30 AM in the east corridor of FISIPOL UGM, specifically around the Security, Occupational Health and Safety, Emergency, and Environment Office (K5L). This initiative has been running for almost a decade since it was first held in 2017, making it a pioneer in providing free breakfast for students within the academic environment. read more

Yogyakarta, April 9, 2026 – The Toyagama Drinking Water Supply System, an initiative by Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), is available across various faculties, including FISIPOL. The presence of the Toyagama facility on campus is a manifestation of the Green Campus movement, which continues to be actively promoted from the university down to the faculty level. The initiative to provide these water stations aims not only to ensure the availability of healthy, safe, and high-standard drinking water, but also serves as a concrete and measurable step in reducing the volume of single-use plastic waste, particularly bottled water, which is often the largest contributor to waste on campus. read more

Yogyakarta, April 8, 2026—The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FISIPOL UGM), continues to demonstrate its commitment to the principle of inclusivity. One tangible example is the availability of various facilities specifically designed to meet the needs of members of the academic community with disabilities. This initiative is a crucial part of the effort to create an equitable and comfortable campus environment for all, including students, faculty, and staff. Some of the disability-friendly facilities found within FISIPOL UGM include wheelchair ramps, dedicated restrooms, passenger elevators, and accessible parking. Ramps located at various locations facilitate access for wheelchair users to lecture halls, auditoriums, and administrative areas. These ramps facilitate daily mobility and reduce dependence on assistance from others. Meanwhile, the disabled-friendly restrooms meet adequate accessibility standards, including wall-mounted handrails, ample space for wheelchairs, non-slip flooring, and other necessary facilities to ensure the safety and comfort of disabled students.

For vertical mobility, a passenger lift facilitates access to different floors, eliminating the need to move between lecture halls and workspaces.

Finally, the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) UGM also provides dedicated disabled parking located near the main building and other important campus facilities. This parking area facilitates access for students with disabilities to campus facilities.

In line with FISIPOL UGM’s latest mission, “Committed to Science for a Better Society,” FISIPOL believes that every small step we take to create a more inclusive and sustainable environment is a significant contribution to achieving the broader SDGs. FISIPOL is committed to continuously supporting our vision and mission and realizing the SDGs. read more

Yogyakarta, April 7, 2026—The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences at Universitas Gadjah Mada (FISIPOL UGM) has installed special chairs for students who take notes using their left hand. This facility is part of the faculty’s efforts to create a more inclusive and comfortable learning environment for the entire academic community.

Have you ever noticed how a left-handed student writes on a lecture chair? The chair design, with a desk attached to the right side of the body, is common in most classrooms and often presents a challenge for those who are left-handed. As a result, many left-handed students are forced to sit sideways or even use the chair to their left as a makeshift desk. read more

Yogyakarta, April 2, 2026 ─ The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) once again held its annual gathering, Syawalan 1 Syawal 1447 H, on Thursday (2/4). Taking place at the West Hall of FISIPOL UGM, the event, which started at 10.00 AM WIB, raised a central theme highly relevant to current global dynamics: “Strengthening Ukhuwah Insaniah in Facing the Polycrisis”. This Syawalan event was attended by the faculty leadership, lecturers, educational staff, retirees, and students who mingled together. read more

Yogyakarta, March 30, 2026—The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FISIPOL UGM), through the Center for Digital Society (CfDS), in collaboration with the Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF), held the 23rd Informal ASEM Seminar on Human Rights (ASEMHRS23): Capacity-Building Training entitled “Future-Proofing AI: Building Human-in-the-Loop Governance Skills for Rights-Respecting AI.”

This event is an international forum bringing together participants from various countries in Asia and Europe, including representatives of governments, civil society, academics, and human rights institutions. Held over three days, from March 30 to April 1, 2026, in Yogyakarta, this program focused on strengthening capacity to understand and respond to the impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) on human rights, while also encouraging cross-sector and cross-regional collaboration. read more

Yogyakarta, March 31, 2026─The Department of International Relations, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), in collaboration with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), held a public lecture titled “JICA Chair Public Lecture: A Japanese Approach to International Cooperation” on Tuesday (31/3) at the 4th Floor Mandiri Auditorium, FISIPOL UGM.

The event was presented by Prof. Kato Hiroshi from the International University of Japan and moderated by Drs. Siti Daulah Khoriati. This public lecture was part of the Japanese Political Economy and International Relations course in the International Undergraduate Program in International Relations (IUP in IR) and the Japanese Political Economy and International Relations course in the regular Bachelor of International Relations study program. read more

Yogyakarta, March 30, 2026─The Department of International Relations, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL), Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), hosted 34 students from the International Relations Study Program at Universitas Mulawarman (PSHI Unmul) for the 2026 Study Excursion on Monday (30/3). The event, held in Room BG204 of the Faculty, was divided into three main sessions: a scientific discussion, an introduction to the UGM Master of International Relations Study Program, and a student experience sharing session. read more

Yogyakarta, March 12, 2026 ─ Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) Universitas Gadjah Mada demonstrates its commitment to safeguarding the direction of public policy in Indonesia by contributing to a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) entitled “Public Consultation on the Bill of Population Administration,” held at the Dean’s Meeting Room on Thursday (12/3).

This event was attended by the Vice Chairman of Commission II of the DPR RI, Zulfikar Arse Sadikin, S.I.P., M.Si., and the Head of the Center for Legislative Drafting (PUU) in the Field of Politics, Law, and Human Rights, Novianto Murti Hartanto, S.H., M.H. The presence of these lawmakers on campus aimed to absorb aspirations and critical perspectives from both academics and practitioners regarding the Population Administration Law Bill. read more