Higher Education Minister on FHUI Sexual Harassment Group Chat: No Tolerance
The Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology (Mendiktisaintek), Brian Yuliarto, has responded to the alleged sexual harassment case involving a group of students from the Faculty of Law at the University of Indonesia (FHUI). Brian emphasised that there must be no tolerance for any form of violence in the higher education environment.
“Higher education must be a safe, dignified, and integrity-filled space for the entire academic community. Therefore, we emphasise that there must be no tolerance for any form of violence on campus, in any form,” said Brian, quoted by Antara on Wednesday (15/4/2026).
Brian stressed that higher education institutions are obliged to ensure a safe, inclusive environment free from all forms of violence, whether physical, verbal, psychological, sexual, or digital-based. Violations of this, he said, must be handled with a bias towards the victims.
“Every action that degrades human dignity is a serious violation and must be handled seriously, fairly, and with protection for the victims,” he stated.
In terms of policy, Brian explained that the handling of this case refers to Ministerial Regulation No. 55 of 2024 on the Prevention and Handling of Violence in the Higher Education Environment. This regulation covers all forms of violence, including sexual, verbal, psychological violence, bullying, as well as discrimination and intolerance.
The regulation requires every higher education institution to establish and strengthen the Task Force for the Prevention and Handling of Violence in the Higher Education Environment (Satgas PPKPT), and to guarantee protection and recovery for victims.
If criminal elements are found in the handling process, Brian continued, law enforcement will refer to Law No. 12 of 2022 on Criminal Acts of Sexual Violence in accordance with applicable provisions.
“I have also coordinated with the Rector of UI, and we are continuously monitoring the progress of this case handling, including ensuring that the parties who are victims receive the proper protection and support,” Brian affirmed.
Brian continued that his ministry is coordinating with UI to ensure the handling process runs according to procedure, supervising the performance of the Satgas PPKPT, ensuring victims receive protection, support, and recovery services, and encouraging transparency and accountability in the investigation process.
Mendiktisaintek stated its commitment to ensuring the consistent implementation of policies on the prevention and handling of violence in all higher education institutions by strengthening prevention systems through education, supervision, and institutional strengthening.
In addition, Mendiktisaintek is pushing for strict enforcement of administrative and legal sanctions; and guiding the creation of a safe, inclusive, and integrity-filled campus culture.
“Mendiktisaintek emphasises that higher education must be a space that upholds humanitarian values, justice, and integrity, and is free from all forms of violence,” said Brian.