Sabutu (June 28, 2025), Sri Wiyanti Eddyono, S.H., LL.M.(HR), Ph.D., a lecturer at the Faculty of Law, Gadjah Mada University (FH UGM), served as a speaker at a public discussion titled “Women’s Narratives in National Development” held at the Kaliurang Literacy Room. This event was part of the series of activities titled “A Week with Bung Besar”, which revisited Sukarno’s ideas on women’s emancipation through his work Sarinah. Sri Wiyanti’s presence underscored FH UGM’s role in mainstreaming gender equality as a vital component of Indonesia’s development.
During the discussion, Sri Wiyanti highlighted the various challenges still faced by Indonesian women, ranging from the rise in child marriage rates following the pandemic, discrimination through hundreds of local regulations, to the feminization of poverty, which makes women more economically vulnerable. According to her, this situation demonstrates that development that is not gender-responsive will only exacerbate social inequality. She emphasized the need for legal and social policies that prioritize women, as well as active civil society participation to advance the equality agenda.
The event also featured Fanda Puspitasari and was moderated by Wasingatu Zakiyah. The presence of academics, activists, and members of the general public made this discussion both a space for reflection and a strategic forum for strengthening the role of women in national development. Through a dialogue that brought together diverse perspectives, the event enriched participants’ understanding of Sukarno’s legacy and its relevance to Indonesia’s current context.
This forum aligns with the global commitments of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). First, SDG 5 (Gender Equality), which emphasizes the importance of eliminating discrimination and promoting women’s roles in both public and domestic spheres. Second, SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), through advocacy for fairer policies for vulnerable groups, including poor women and minorities. Third, SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions), by strengthening the rule of law that protects women’s rights. Through the active role of Sri Wiyanti, the Faculty of Law at UGM affirms itself as an academic center that continues to bridge critical scholarship with an inclusive sustainable development agenda.
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