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Mainstreaming Law and Human Rights Education in Indonesia: How the National Training Institute Can Drive Legal and Policy Reform?

Journal of Law and Legal Reform · Vol. 5 No. 3 (2024) · pp. 1505–1542

DOI
10.15294/jllr.v5i3.16494
ISSN
2715-0968, 2715-0941
Published
2024-10-31
Publisher
Faculty of Law, Universitas Negeri Semarang, Indonesia
Language
eng
License
creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0

Abstract

This paper explores the integration of law and human rights education in Indonesia, with a focus on the role of the National Training Institute (NTI) in advancing these principles through governmental and public service training programs. As Indonesia continues its commitment to upholding human rights, both domestically and in line with international conventions, the mainstreaming of law and human rights education plays a critical role in promoting justice, equality, and legal literacy across society. Despite legal frameworks aimed at protecting human rights, there remains a significant gap in the effective implementation of such education, particularly within public institutions and civil service training. The study assesses how the NTI has integrated law and human rights topics into its curricula, examining the effectiveness of these programs in building awareness and understanding of legal rights and responsibilities. Drawing from interviews with trainers and participants, the paper identifies both strengths and limitations of current training methodologies, highlighting the challenges of addressing complex human rights issues in a culturally diverse context. Furthermore, the research underscores the importance of law and policy reform in advancing human rights education. It argues that a comprehensive and systematic approach to training in legal rights is not only crucial for improving compliance with national and international human rights standards but is also integral to broader legal reforms aimed at enhancing public participation and accountability in governance. The paper concludes by proposing recommendations for strengthening law and human rights education within the NTI framework, advocating for reforms that expand its reach and effectiveness as a tool for both societal change and legal empowerment.

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  • Universitas Media Nusantara Citra
  • State University of Semarang
  • Universitas Halu Oleo
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Tri Joko RaharjoAffiliation unknown6
Tri Joko RaharjoAffiliation unknown5
Widiyanto WidiyantoAffiliation unknown5
Syaiful AminAffiliation unknown4
Noor HudallahAffiliation unknown4
Joko SutartoAffiliation unknown3
Nina OktarinaAffiliation unknown3
Sucihatiningsih Dian Wisika PrajantiState University of Semarang2
Agus WahyudinAffiliation unknown2
Sugiyo SugiyoAffiliation unknown2
Titi PrihatinAffiliation unknown2
Atno AtnoAffiliation unknown2
Muhammad KhafidAffiliation unknown2
Kardoyo KardoyoAffiliation unknown2
Agustinus Sugeng PriyantoAffiliation unknown2
Masrukhi MasrukhiAffiliation unknown2
DYP SugihartoAffiliation unknown2
Nanda Julian UtamaAffiliation unknown2
Fakhruddin FakhruddinAffiliation unknown2
Sigit SusiloAffiliation unknown2
I Gusti Ayu Agung Aristi PutriUniversitas Media Nusantara Citra1
Ananda Fiky Dibanu KhaerUniversitas Media Nusantara Citra1
Norma ArifUniversitas Halu Oleo1
Laode AfaAffiliation unknown1
Venni AstutiAffiliation unknown1
Darwis DarwisUniversitas Halu Oleo1
Bambang Widjanarko OtokAffiliation unknown1
Muhammad ZulfadhliAffiliation unknown1
Riwi Dyah PangestiAffiliation unknown1
Muhammad Idham KurniawanAffiliation unknown1
Albertus Eka Putra HaryantoAffiliation unknown1
Nanik WijayatiState University of Semarang1
Muhammad Asnawi SabilAffiliation unknown1
Heri YantoAffiliation unknown1
Budi Argap SitungkirAffiliation unknown1
Ridwan ArifinAffiliation unknown1

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