On Tuesday, (25/2/2025), the Faculty of Law at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), through the Legal Aid Consultation Center (PKBH), in collaboration with the High Prosecutor's Office of the Special Region of Yogyakarta (DIY), successfully conducted the Suluh Praja legal counseling program at the Semanu Village Office, Semanu District, Gunungkidul Regency, DIY Province. This legal counseling aimed to provide legal insights and knowledge to the participants, which included village officials and the local community, to enhance their legal awareness and understanding. This session of Suluh Praja focused on the theme "Islamic Inheritance Law, Wills, and Grants" to equip village officials and the surrounding community in Semanu Village with legal knowledge and awareness.
The event commenced at 10:00 AM WIB with the collective singing of the Indonesian national anthem, Indonesia Raya. It was followed by an opening speech from the Head of Semanu Village, Mr. Harto Muadzan. Subsequently, representatives from the DIY High Prosecutor's Office delivered an introductory speech and a presentation on the roles, duties, and functions of the Civil and State Administrative Affairs division of the Attorney General's Office of the Republic of Indonesia, specifically within the scope of the DIY High Prosecutor’s Office.
The session continued with legal counseling presentations by guest lecturers from the Faculty of Law, UGM. The first speaker, Dr. Yulkarnain Harahab, S.H., M.Si., presented on "Islamic Inheritance Law" to provide an introduction to Islamic legal principles related to inheritance. The second speaker, Dr. Destri Budi Nugraheni, S.H., M.S.I., also from the Faculty of Law, UGM, delivered a presentation on "Wills and Grants" to provide the latest insights on wills and grants within the framework of Islamic law.
All speakers, including representatives from the DIY High Prosecutor’s Office and UGM law lecturers, actively engaged in discussions during the Q&A session with village officials and the local community. The presentations were designed to be interactive and engaging, fostering meaningful discussions. The guest lecturers also provided clear and solution-oriented responses to participants' questions. This legal counseling initiative is expected to contribute to the strengthening of an inclusive and peaceful society, in line with SDG Goal 16, which aims to promote peace, justice, and strong institutions, starting with good governance at the village level in Semanu.
Author: Ruth Jessieca Margareth Togar (PKBH)
