Statement on STPDN incident

Statement on STPDN incident

From Republika

In connection with the unnatural death of a student of the
Public Administration Institute (STPDN), Wahyu Hidayat, on Sept.
9, 2003, the Islamic Cooperation Forum of Civil Service Colleges
(FOKRI-PTK) has issued the following statement over the incident:

While offering its deepest condolences, FOKRI appeals that all
relevant parties avoid emotional impulses and follow their
consciences in responding to the incident. High morality and
intelligence should be upheld in order to prevent similar cases.
In the meantime, the authorities need support in handling the
present case.

The STPDN leadership should be held responsible for the image
of the college and rehabilitate its good name by making a
statement to the media. The press needs to act professionally,
observe its ethical code and respect STPDN rules. Whereas STPDN,
should tighten control over all its students.

The time has come for the management of all civil service
institutes to review the rules on, and assess the application of,
student development. In addition, it is necessary for senior
students to avoid violence in guiding their juniors.

MOHAMAD MUHLAS

FOKRI Secretary-General,br>
Jakarta