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From Peer Education to Legal Empowerment: Youth-Led Strategies for Preventing Sexual Violence in Indonesia

The Indonesian Journal of International Clinical Legal Education · Vol. 7 No. 2 (2025) · pp. 313–342

DOI
10.15294/iccle.v7i2.28329
ISSN
2721-8368
Published
2025-08-20
Publisher
Universitas Negeri Semarang
Language
eng

Abstract

Sexual violence against minors in Indonesia remains a critical issue that reflects deep structural inequalities and limited protective mechanisms. This study applies a normative juridical approach, drawing on statutory law, ministerial regulations, case reports, and scholarly commentary to examine how legal and community-based strategies intersect in addressing the problem. The method relies on secondary data rather than field research, with analysis focused on interpreting how legal frameworks connect with peer education and adolescent mentoring initiatives. The results point to three central gaps: the lack of a comprehensive sexuality curriculum in schools, limited recognition of bodily autonomy, and weak integration of prevention programs into existing legal structures. These shortcomings create vulnerabilities that leave young people without adequate tools to protect themselves or seek help. The discussion highlights four interrelated strategies to strengthen adolescent resilience: preparing trained peer educators, establishing structured mentoring and counseling systems, involving families and community organizations, and implementing targeted public-awareness campaigns. Each element contributes to both community-level support and the realisation of statutory obligations to protect children from sexual violence. Although this research does not provide empirical measurements, its interpretive analysis outlines a framework that may guide future studies and inform policymakers. By connecting legal obligations with practical community efforts, the study underscores that peer education and mentoring are not peripheral solutions but integral components of a rights-based approach to safeguarding adolescents.

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Ridwan ArifinAffiliation unknown12
Dian LatifianiAffiliation unknown12
Rasdi RasdiAffiliation unknown9
Siti Amatil UlfiyahAffiliation unknown8
Amel Ellsamia IndiyaniAffiliation unknown8
Adilia Putri KusumaAffiliation unknown8
Septhian Eka AdiyatmaAffiliation unknown5
Ali MasyharAffiliation unknown5
Ade AdhariAffiliation unknown4
Bagus Hendradi KusumaAffiliation unknown4
Muhammad Azil MaskurAffiliation unknown3
Rahmawati Melati SaniAffiliation unknown3
Choirul FuadAffiliation unknown3
Raden Muhammad Arvy IlyasaAffiliation unknown3
Pujiyono PujiyonoAffiliation unknown3
Duhita Driyah SupraptiAffiliation unknown3
Fahrur RoziInstitut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember2
Niken SubektiState University of Semarang2
Sonika MaulanaAffiliation unknown2
Rifa’atunnisa Rifa’atunnisaAffiliation unknown2
Juhadi JuhadiAffiliation unknown2
Rafli Zidan Eka RamadhanAffiliation unknown2
Diyah Satya RetnaniAffiliation unknown2
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Didik PurnomoAffiliation unknown2
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Nur RochaetiAffiliation unknown2
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Sonny Saptoajie WicaksonoAffiliation unknown2

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