Yogyakarta, May 19, 2026—The Social Movement Institute (SMI), together with POLGOV Fisipol UGM, held a conference as a space to unite forces, gather initiatives, and build a bold, creative, militant, and imaginative youth politics.

Amidst political deadlock, the dominance of power, military strengthening, and the arrest of over 6,000 young people, this event focused specifically on igniting youth political awareness to bring about change.

Prof. Amalinda Savirani, one of the speakers, emphasized the importance of realizing change through our communities. “Return to the community, organize yourself, and continuously connect one point with another. In this way, hopefully, the desired change can occur,” she said. read more

Yogyakarta, May 12, 2026—As a manifestation of the educational institution’s commitment to facilitating inclusive dialectical spaces, the Social Research Centre (SOREC) of the Sociology Department, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) UGM, took a strategic initiative by hosting the ‘Papua Solidarity Space for Land, Food, and Life Sovereignty’ (Ruang Solidaritas Papua Untuk Kedaulatan Tanah, Pangan, dan Kehidupan). This event was realized through a screening, collective viewing, and discussion of the documentary film entitled Pesta Babi (Pig Feast). Held on Tuesday (12/5) in the Auditorium on the 4th Floor of FISIPOL UGM, this agenda sparked widespread enthusiasm and was attended by various elements, ranging from the academic community to the general public. read more

Yogyakarta, May 12, 2026─SOREC FISIPOL UGM initiated the “Papuan Solidarity Space for Land Sovereignty, Food, and Life,” which included a screening and discussion of the film “Pig Feast.” Held on Tuesday (May 12) in the 4th Floor Auditorium of FISIPOL UGM, the event was well-attended by members of the FISIPOL UGM academic community and the general public.

The event began with a screening of “Pig Feast,” directed by Dandhy Dwi Laksono and the entire documentary team. The discussion continued with a discussion session moderated by Sana Ulaili (Forum Cik Di Tiro) and invited three moderators: Bagus Sulistiono (Center for Capacity Development and Cooperation (PPKK) FISIPOL UGM), Made Supriatma (CRRS, Knowledge Council YLBHI), and Herni Saraswati (Women Farmers). The discussion focused on the issues raised in the film, which were then addressed by the Papuan Student Alliance (AMP) and the Papuan Indigenous Peoples of the Meepago, Lapago, and Animha Regions. read more

Yogyakarta, May 8, 2026─The Department of Politics and Government (DPP) of the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) UGM reaffirms its commitment to advocating for democracy and human rights issues. Through the Master’s Program in Political Science, DPP FISIPOL UGM organized a guest lecture titled “Religious Freedom as a Test of State Capacity and the Rule of Law” on Friday (8/5). The event, held at the Big Data Lab, featured Dr. Hurriyah, an academic from the Department of Political Science, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP) Universitas Indonesia (UI), as the guest lecturer. read more

Yogyakarta, May 7, 2026─In an effort to respond to the increasingly challenging dynamics of national politics, the Politics and Government Student Corps (KOMAP), Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) Universitas Gadjah Mada, in collaboration with the Association for Elections and Democracy (Perludem), successfully organized an interactive talkshow. Presenting the main theme “From Campus for Democracy: Safeguarding Election Reform Through the Revision of the Election Law,” the event took place solemnly and enthusiastically on Thursday (7/5) in the open area of the West Corridor (Selasar Barat), FISIPOL UGM. read more

Yogyakarta, May 7, 2026 – The Center for Digital Society (CfDS), Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) Universitas Gadjah Mada, once again held CfDS Response, carrying the theme “The Enactment of PP TUNAS: Interpreting Equality in Child Protection on Digital Platforms.” This event was held online on Thursday (7/5).

CfDS Researcher and event host, Semeion Bintang Ridho Aunillah, opened the discussion session by highlighting the crucial urgency behind the emergence of this policy, which restricts social media use for children. “The use of digital technology by children is like a double-edged sword. On one hand, digital platforms offer a space for children to learn, express themselves, and develop. But on the other hand, there are numerous negative impacts that arise when children use digital media, such as exposure to harmful content, privacy data exploitation, and, most severely, digital violence against children,” Semeion stated. read more

Depok, May 6, 2026─The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FISIPOL UGM), through the Department of Management and Public Policy (MPP), attended a strategic international collaboration agenda held at Building M, Faculty of Administrative Sciences, Universitas Indonesia (FIA UI), Depok Campus, on Wednesday (May 6).

This event marked a significant milestone in strengthening cooperation between the Center for the Study of Governance and Administrative Reform, Universitas Indonesia (CSGAR UI), Crawford School of Public Policy, The Australian National University (ANU), and FISIPOL UGM through MPP as the implementing unit. read more

Yogyakarta, April 28, 2026—The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FISIPOL UGM), concluded its nearly month-long Visiting Scholar series with Dr. Priyambudi Sulistiyanto on Monday (April 21).

Dr. Priyambudi Sulistiyanto is known for his expertise in Indonesian political studies and comparative politics in the Southeast Asian region, with over three decades of field research experience. His presence at FISIPOL UGM is expected to strengthen critical research methodologies, inspire young researchers to get directly involved in the field, and open up a richer discourse space through reflections on the intellectual heritage of regional thinkers. read more

Yogyakarta, April 26, 2026─The deployment of Fisipol Mengajar volunteers to Central Aceh Regency and the Bala Gadjah Mada Team to the Indonesian Capital City (IKN) from January to February 2026 brought urgency to the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) to hold an event titled “Exhibition and Dissemination of FISIPOL Documentation in Aceh and IKN” on Friday (April 24). This event served as a collaborative space that bridged students’ empirical experiences with academic reflection and policy discourse. Fisipol Mengajar focused on community support in disaster-affected areas in Aceh, with an emphasis on post-disaster educational recovery and strengthening social interaction. Meanwhile, Bala Gadjah Mada initiated an expedition to the Indonesian Capital City (IKN) area focusing on environmental management issues, particularly waste management in the development buffer zone. read more

Yogyakarta, April 24, 2026 – The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) UGM held an “Exhibition and Dissemination of FISIPOL Volunteer Documentation in Aceh and the IKN.” The event, themed “Recording Teaching, Reflecting on Learning, and Strengthening Service,” took place on Friday (April 24) at 1:00 PM WIB in the 4th Floor Auditorium and West Corridor of FISIPOL UGM.

The Dean of the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Gadjah Mada University, Dr. Wawan Mas’udi, expressed his appreciation for the students who are members of the Bala Gadjah Mada Setrajana team who have visited the IKN and the Fisipol Mengajar team in Aceh. “The venues are different, the activities seem different, but they share the same mission: the disaster situation and potential for disaster that require special attention from the campus, so I express my gratitude,” Wawan said in his remarks. read more