On Friday, July 5, 2024, the Faculty of Law at Gadjah Mada University (UGM) through the Legal Aid Consultation Center (PKBH) carried out a Legal Education activity at the Class IIB Sleman Penitentiary as part of the implementation of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education. The implementation of this activity is also an effort by the Faculty of Law to achieve point 16 of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by building an inclusive institutional correctional facility.
The Legal Education activity at LAPAS featured two lecturers as speakers: Dr. Sigid Riyanto, S.H., M.Si. and Anugrah Anditya, S.H., M.T.. Dr. Sigid Riyanto, S.H., M.Si. provide education regarding "Prisoner's Rights" to provide insight to detainees regarding what rights they should receive. Meanwhile, Anugrah Anditya, S.H., M.T. explained the topic "Basics of Taxation" to provide insight regarding the importance of the obligation to pay taxes, especially for UMKM.
The presentation of materials by both speakers was delivered in an interactive and engaging manner, allowing for a successful discussion. The lecturers also provided clear and solution-oriented answers to participants' questions. The implementation of this legal education is expected to be an effort in strengthening an inclusive and peaceful society.
Author: Ruth Jessieca Margareth Togar (PKBH)
