Alleged Leak of WhatsApp Group for Parents of UI Law Faculty Sexual Harassment Suspects! They Request Their Children Not Be Expelled
Depok, VIVA – The case of alleged sexual harassment involving students from the Faculty of Law at the University of Indonesia (FH UI) has once again drawn public attention. Following previous discussions on the number of victims and the campus’s internal handling process, a new controversy has emerged after screenshots of conversations purportedly from a WhatsApp group of parents of the involved students circulated widely.
The conversations went viral on social media and elicited varied reactions. The content of the chats has been deemed controversial for showing an attitude among some parents that appears to defend the alleged perpetrators more than showing empathy for the victims.
In the screenshots, several group members focused on the party that first publicised the case.
“If only the person who spread it had been wiser, not disseminating it like this straight away,” wrote one group member in the circulated conversation, quoting a post on X @screamerdiva, Wednesday 15 April 2026.
This statement drew criticism for being seen as diverting attention from the substance of the alleged harassment.
Concerns about the impact of media coverage also dominated the parents’ discussions.
“If it’s spread like this, it becomes a runaway ball. Everyone could be affected,” read another message.
Several parents even assessed that the widespread reporting has worsened the situation and could harm many parties, including the students’ families.
“As parents, we are naturally worried; this has become national news. The impact on the children will be long-lasting,” wrote one group member.
The aspect that most captured public attention was the request for the campus not to impose severe sanctions in the form of dropping out (DO) on the suspected students. In the conversations, some parents openly called for more lenient policies.
“We request wisdom from the campus authorities; don’t let these children be dropped out. It’s a pity for their futures,” read one message.
This request was followed by similar views from other members who considered heavy sanctions not a solution.
“If possible, avoid DO; counselling would suffice. They are still young and can be reformed,” said another group member.
The circulation of these conversations immediately drew widespread condemnation from the public. Many parties view the attitude of some parents as reflecting a lack of empathy for the victims and a tendency to focus on protecting the perpetrators.