The Institute of International Studies (IIS), Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada, in collaboration with UN Women Indonesia, has officially launched the Feminist Participatory Action Research (FPAR) Report. This report highlights gender inequality and the intersecting vulnerabilities faced by women in fragile contexts.
The study examines the root causes of gender inequality across settings shaped by disasters, social conflict, and violent extremism. Conducted in Kupang (East Nusa Tenggara), Bima (West Nusa Tenggara), and Sigi (Central Sulawesi), the research adopts a participatory approach that positions women as active subjects rather than passive objects of study.
By foregrounding women’s lived experiences, the report reveals how structural inequalities are reproduced in crisis situations and underscores the importance of inclusive, community-based knowledge production. It also highlights the need for gender-responsive policies that are grounded in local realities.
The FPAR approach emphasizes empowerment through participation, enabling women to articulate their perspectives and contribute to transformative social change.
Overall, the report reflects a collaborative commitment between IIS UGM and UN Women to advancing gender equality and strengthening inclusive policy responses in vulnerable regions, in line with broader global development agendas.