SLEMAN (Kaliurang), May 30, 2026 – The Faculty of Law of Universitas Islam Indonesia (FH UII), through its Training and Education Center (PUSDIKLAT), organized an Intensive Lecture Program on Saturday, May 30, 2026. The event featured Members of the House of Representatives (DPR RI) and Parliamentary Experts as speakers under the theme “Challenges and Implementation of the Personal Data Protection Law in the National Legislative Program (Prolegnas).” This program is conducted every semester to provide supplementary learning for students enrolled in the Legislative Drafting Course and to develop highly competent human resources, particularly FH UII graduates, in the field of legislative drafting.

The Intensive Lecture Program was attended by approximately 750 participants, consisting of students enrolled in the Legislative Drafting Course for the Even Semester of Academic Year 2025/2026, lecturers, course tutors, and faculty leaders. The event invited speakers affiliated with two political factions in the DPR RI: the Prosperous Justice Party Faction (PKS) and the National Mandate Party Faction (PAN).

The program was divided into two sessions: the Morning Session and the Afternoon Session.

Morning Session

Auditorium Hall

The morning session was held in the Auditorium Hall on the fourth floor of the Faculty of Law UII from 09:00 AM to 11:30 AM and was attended by approximately 200 students from Classes A, B, C, and D. The session was officially opened by Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum., Dean of the Faculty of Law UII, and H. Totok Daryanto, S.E., Member of the DPR RI from the PAN Faction.

In his remarks, Prof. Budi Agus Riswandi emphasized the importance of developing an adequacy assessment framework within Indonesia’s personal data protection regime. According to him, adequacy represents the most strategic mechanism for enabling cross-border data transfers without additional requirements. However, Indonesia currently faces challenges due to the absence of a comprehensive methodology for assessing adequacy.

Meanwhile, H. Totok Daryanto highlighted the significance of the Personal Data Protection Law in safeguarding privacy rights, ensuring legal certainty, improving national data governance, and imposing sanctions on parties that misuse personal data. He also encouraged younger generations to become guardians of digital ethics.

The lecture continued with presentations by Yusran Isnaini, S.H., M.Hum., Parliamentary Expert of the PAN Faction, who discussed “The Effectiveness of the Implementation of Law Number 27 of 2022 on Personal Data Protection in Safeguarding Citizens’ Privacy Rights Amid Increasing Data Breach Incidents.” The second presentation was delivered by Dr. Faedurrohman, M.Pd.I., Parliamentary Expert of the PAN Faction, on “The Urgency and Direction of Revising the Personal Data Protection Law in the National Legislative Program to Strengthen Institutional Frameworks, Legal Certainty, and Regulatory Harmonization in the Digital Sector.” The session concluded with discussions and a question-and-answer segment.

Audiovisual Hall

Simultaneously, a parallel session was conducted in the Audiovisual Hall on the fourth floor, attended by approximately 150 students from Classes E, F, and H. The session was opened by Drs. Agus Triyanta, M.A., M.H., Ph.D., Vice Dean for Religious Affairs, Student Affairs, and Alumni, Faculty of Law UII. The first presentation was delivered by Dr. Muhammad Aga Sekamdo, S.IP., M.B.A., Parliamentary Expert of the PKS Faction, followed by Aza El Minadiyan, S.Si., M.M., also a Parliamentary Expert of the PKS Faction. Both speakers addressed topics concerning the implementation and future revision of the Personal Data Protection Law within the framework of the National Legislative Program. The session ended with discussions and an interactive Q&A session.

Afternoon Session

Auditorium Hall

The afternoon session took place in the Auditorium Hall from 02:00 PM to 04:30 PM and was attended by approximately 200 students from Classes G, I, J, and K. The session focused directly on the substantive presentations delivered by Yusran Isnaini and Dr. Faedurrohman, covering the effectiveness of the Personal Data Protection Law and the urgency of its revision to enhance institutional capacity, legal certainty, and regulatory harmonization in the digital era. The session concluded with discussions and a Q&A segment.

Audiovisual Hall

At the same time, another session was conducted in the Audiovisual Hall for approximately 200 students from Classes L, M, N, and IP. The presentations were delivered by Dr. Muhammad Aga Sekamdo and Aza El Minadiyan, who discussed the implementation and prospective revision of the Personal Data Protection Law. The session concluded with discussions and an interactive question-and-answer session.

The Intensive Lecture Program was successfully conducted thanks to the contributions of all parties involved and the high level of enthusiasm demonstrated by the students. Through this program, the Faculty of Law UII hopes to cultivate highly skilled legal drafters capable of preparing high-quality legislative drafts and contributing to the development of Indonesia’s legal system.

On Monday, 4 May 2026, approximately 10 students from the Faculty of Law, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), commenced their academic activities at the Undergraduate Law Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia. The presence of the UKM students formed part of the Collaborative Offline International Learning (COIL) 2026 program, which was organized as an initiative to strengthen the international academic atmosphere within the Faculty of Law UII.

All participating students attended several courses offered under the International Program, including Community Advocacy taught by Mhd. Zaki’ul Fikri, S.H., M.A., LL.M., Constitutional Law taught by Rahadian Diffaul Barraq Suwartono, S.H., M.H., and International Law taught by Dodik Setiawan Nur H., S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D. All classes were conducted in English as part of the faculty’s commitment to strengthening students’ international academic competencies.

The Head of the Undergraduate Law Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, Dodik Setiawan Nur H., S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., stated that the COIL program is not the first international collaborative initiative organized by the Faculty of Law UII. The program has consistently developed opportunities for cross-border academic interaction and broadened students’ learning experiences within an international environment. According to him, the presence of international students in UII law classes is expected to enhance students’ confidence in engaging in global academic settings while simultaneously strengthening institutional partnerships with foreign universities. Furthermore, he emphasized the importance of expanding future collaborations beyond teaching activities, particularly in the areas of research and community engagement.

The activity was also attended by Prof. Madya Dr. Mohammad Rizal bin Abd Rahman and Prof. Madya Dr. Mohd Zamre bin Mohd Zahir from the Faculty of Law, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, who accompanied the student delegation. In addition to accompanying the students, both academics were allowed to deliver lectures to students of the Faculty of Law UII. Prof. Madya Dr. Mohd. Zamre bin Mohd. Zahir delivered a lecture entitled “Medical Negligence from the Medical Law Perspective,” while Prof. Madya Dr. Mohammad Rizal bin Abd Rahman presented the topic “Regulating the Spread of Prohibited Content.”

The Dean of the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum., emphasized in his remarks that the Faculty of Law UII has demonstrated its readiness to compete at the global level. The international community’s growing trust in studying at the Faculty of Law UII reflects the institution’s increasing recognition within international legal education. According to him, innovative programs such as COIL 2026 serve as important instruments in strengthening the academic attractiveness of the Faculty of Law UII, particularly.

Meanwhile, the head of the delegation from the Faculty of Law, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Prof. Madya Dr. Mohd. Zamre bin Mohd. Zahir stated that the program provides an excellent platform for comparative legal studies between Indonesia and Malaysia. Through the collaborative learning approach, both students and lecturers are able to learn from the strengths and challenges of each legal system, thereby fostering constructive and sustainable academic exchange. In addition to the academic aspect, he also highlighted Yogyakarta’s strategic and cultural significance, which offers a unique experience for international students.

Waroeng Steak, Jalan Kaliurang, Yogyakarta, hosted the welcoming event for the participants of the Collaborative Offline International Learning (COIL) 2026 program. The event began with remarks from the dean of the Faculty of Law UII, followed by a response from the head of the UKM delegation, and concluded with a networking session. During the gathering, in-depth discussions were also conducted to explore potential academic collaborations beyond teaching activities.

On Wednesday, 29 April 2026, students of the International Program, Undergraduate Law Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, had the opportunity to gain knowledge at the Centre of International Law, Faculty of Law, National University of Singapore. This campus is one of the leading universities, with a QS World Ranking of number 1 in Southeast Asia (particularly for the Faculty of Law). In this academic visit, the students of the International Program, Undergraduate Law Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia were directly received by Mr. Johan Fahlepi, S.H., LL.M. and Mr. Conrado M. Cornelius, S.H., LL.M.

“The internationalization program continues to be developed and expanded by providing opportunities for students to undertake studies outside their home university, including at reputable foreign universities such as the National University of Singapore. The Centre for International Law, National University of Singapore becomes one of the focal points of the visit for students of the International Program, Undergraduate Law Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, with the expectation of deepening their understanding in the field of international law, which is currently a highly relevant topic in addressing global issues.” Thus stated Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., Head of the Undergraduate Law Study Program, in his opening remarks at the welcoming session held at Bukit Timah Campus, National University of Singapore.

A matter of great pride is that one of the alumni of the International Program, Undergraduate Law Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, namely Johan Fahlepy, S.H., LL.M., also delivered a presentation to the students. “The reputation of the National University of Singapore is built not only on academic excellence but also on other fields such as research. This university is highly supportive, particularly for researchers who possess strong research capabilities and align with the vision and mission of the National University of Singapore. At the Centre for International Law, the research focus is directed towards exploring several aspects of international law (ranging from humanitarian law, diplomatic law, environmental law, refugee law, to air and space law), including training, and currently also focusing on improving the quality of international law education (TRILA). Each year, the Centre for International Law, National University of Singapore actively organizes Teaching and Researching on International Law (TRILA), which has been one of its flagship programs since 2018 to support the strengthening of international law capacity among academics and researchers in Asia.” stated Johan Fahlepy.

Johan also shared that initially, he did not believe he could be accepted as a researcher at the Centre for International Law, National University of Singapore. This demonstrates that selection based on research capability is prioritized over educational background. Although Johan is an alumnus of FH UII, his research competence has been the key to his successful career at the Centre for International Law, National University of Singapore. Currently, his research focuses on treaty-making and ASEAN.

“If one becomes a researcher at the Centre for International Law, National University of Singapore, one of the main advantages is the opportunity to meet judges from international judicial institutions and professors in international law who possess strong global research reputations. Almost all judges of the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court have attended, either to teach or as keynote speakers, at the National University of Singapore. From this, academic relationships and scholarly discussions continue sustainably, resulting in numerous research outputs and publications of international standard and quality.” Thus explained Mr. Conrado M. Cornelius, S.H., LL.M.

Before entering the class, the students were invited to tour the Botanical Garden, which has been recognized by UNESCO, as well as to observe the old building of the Faculty of Law, National University of Singapore. The event concluded with an interactive question-and-answer session. Several students appeared enthusiastic in asking questions and preparing their careers in the field of international law.

This activity is part of international exposure that can directly provide positive impacts, particularly in increasing self-confidence and preparing to compete in the international arena. In addition, their involvement in classroom discussions will provide a distinct experience, especially in terms of enhancing learning motivation.” Thus added Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., Head of the Undergraduate Law Study Program.

 

On Monday, April 27, 2026, students of the International Program of the Undergraduate Law Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, conducted a field-based learning activity focusing on the practical aspects of legislative drafting at the Legal Division of the Batam City Government and the Regional House of Representatives (DPRD) of Batam City. 15 students from the International Program attended this activity.

In his opening remarks, the Head of the Legal Division of Batam City Government, Mr. Joko Satrio Sasongko, S.H., expressed his appreciation to the Faculty of Law UII for facilitating direct learning opportunities within the Batam City Government. He emphasized that Batam possesses distinct characteristics compared to other regions, both in terms of resource composition, economic structure and its designation as an industrial city as well as a free trade zone. Historically, Batam was designed by B.J. Habibie as a miniature of Indonesia, with a strategic orientation toward investment development as an alternative within the regional economic landscape, particularly in relation to Singapore. Batam is projected as a region with sustainable economic development potential.

At the initial stage of the visit, the students received an introductory presentation from Ms. Nur Asmi, S.H., M.H., regarding the structure and characteristics of the Batam City Government. It was explained that Batam covers an area of approximately 1,080 km² and is supported by around five thousand civil servants. The Batam Municipal Minimum Wage (UMK) is the highest in the Riau Islands Province, with the United States as the largest export destination. The institutional structure of governance in Batam reflects a dualism between the Batam City Government and the Batam Development Authority (BP Batam), particularly in the administration of regional management. Administratively, both institutions operate under the direct coordination of the mayor of Batam, where the head of BP Batam concurrently serves ex officio as the mayor. In the legislative domain, Batam adheres to the same regulatory framework as other regions; however, there are distinctions in authority concerning regulatory formation to support the development of the Batam area.

The team subsequently continued the field learning activity with a visit to the DPRD of Batam City. The Chairman of DPRD Batam City, Mr. Haji Muhammad Jamaludin, formally received the student delegation. In his presentation, he explained that Batam demonstrates unique normative and spatial characteristics, including regulatory zoning between industrial and residential areas. Geographically, Batam’s proximity to Singapore and its location along the strategic Malacca Strait position it as a critical node in international trade. This condition has driven Batam’s development as a transit city and as a strategic representation of Indonesia within the global context. Over the past two years, the central government has intensified its attention toward Batam, as evidenced by the issuance of four presidential regulations in early 2026 to reinforce Batam’s special status.

Furthermore, it was explained that the DPRD of Batam City performs three principal functions: legislative, budgeting, and supervisory (monitoring and evaluation). In executing its legislative function, there are notable differences compared to the national parliament (DPR RI), particularly because regional regulations (Peraturan Daerah) must align with and not contradict higher-level national legislation. Current policy orientation does not solely emphasize the quantity of regional regulations but also prioritizes regulatory effectiveness to avoid constraining the operational space of local government. The budgeting function is implemented through the formulation of the Regional Revenue and Expenditure Budget (APBD), its amendments, and periodic evaluations conducted every three months concerning governmental performance and financial reporting. In terms of supervision, the DPRD of Batam City also engages in cross-institutional coordination, including with the DPR RI, although certain authorities of the Batam Development Authority are directly coordinated with Commission VI of the DPR RI. Institutional synergy remains essential, facilitated through coordination with regional apparatuses and the Regional Leadership Coordination Forum (Forkopimda) to strengthen governance and promote Batam’s development.

During the visit, they also conveyed that the day coincided with the commemoration of Batam Authority Day. All elements of the Regional Leadership Forum, along with institutional leaders across Batam, held ceremonial observances in their respective institutions during the morning. The visit concluded with the presentation of tokens of appreciation and a guided tour of several facilities, including the Leadership Meeting Room and the Plenary Session Hall of the DPRD of Batam City.

On Wednesday, 29 April 2026, students of the International Program, Undergraduate Law Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, conducted an academic visit to gain direct insights into international transport law at BBC Chartering, Singapore. Approximately 15 students enthusiastically participated in the session that the managers and staff of BBC Chartering delivered.

“BBC Chartering is an international shipping company engaged in ship chartering services and the transportation of heavy project cargo. Its activities involve maritime transport contracts; compliance with international maritime law, including IMO conventions; contract law; carrier liability; as well as safety and environmental protection regulations in global trade,” as explained by the Manager of BBC Chartering, Lars Traumer Schonneman.

During this occasion, Lars, the manager of BBC Chartering, delivered a presentation, and other executives and staff members also presented additional materials. The explanation regarding chartering or ship leasing was delivered by Ben Wakefield, while the technical and operational aspects were presented by Sergi Potanpeko, Nicole Nellen, and Harvey Kalmus.

The Head of the Undergraduate Law Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, SH, MH, LLM, PhD stated that within the curriculum, students have studied transport law primarily within the domestic context. Through direct learning at BBC Chartering, students will develop a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics and challenges of cross-border transport law. Thus, theoretical knowledge gained in class can be enriched by practical insights into the technical and operational aspects of chartering large vessels, as well as the regulatory frameworks governing international logistics.

Furthermore, Harvey Kalmus explained that BBC Chartering technically operates heavy-lift vessels to transport project cargo through route planning, loading processes, stowage arrangements, and cargo securing. Operationally, the company manages charter parties, coordinates port activities, and oversees multimodal logistics. These activities are closely linked to maritime law, particularly in relation to transport contracts, carrier liability, navigational safety, and compliance with international regulations.

The event concluded with a group photo session and the presentation of a souvenir in the form of a miniature wooden design of an Indonesian pinisi ship. BBC Chartering expressed appreciation for the visit of the students from the International Program, Undergraduate Law Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, noting that the occasion marked the first visit from Indonesia.

On Monday, April 27, 2026, a joint public lecture was held in collaboration between the Undergraduate Law Study Program (S1) of the Faculty of Law, Batam International University, and the Undergraduate Law Study Program (S1) of the Faculty of Law, Islamic University of Indonesia. On this occasion, two lecturers from these long-standing partners collaborated to deliver the public lecture: Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, SH, MH, LLM, PhD, and Ninne Zahara Silviani, SH, MH. Both speakers share a common field of expertise in international law.

The public lecture took place in a classroom in the Faculty of Law Building, Batam International University, and was attended by students from both the Undergraduate Law Study Program (S1) of the Faculty of Law, Batam International University, and the Undergraduate Law Study Program (S1) of the Faculty of Law, Islamic University of Indonesia.

The public lecture addressed the issue of “The Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz under International Law.” Approximately 60 students, along with several lecturers and academic staff from both institutions, attended. “This collaborative public lecture is a very positive thing, and of course, students will gain comparative and comprehensive knowledge. We welcome this collaboration and hope to expand it to other specific legal fields. UII and UIB have been partners for quite a long time, and it is time for collaboration in the academic field to become part of this long-standing relationship,” said Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lu Sudirman, SH, MM, MHum, Dean of the Faculty of Law, UIB, while welcoming the students and lecturers from the Faculty of Law, UII.

“The topic of international legal developments in the Strait of Hormuz was chosen very appropriately, as this issue remains a hot topic. From the perspective of international maritime law, the strait should remain open, given that Article 37 of UNCLOS provides for the right of innocent passage through international straits. The Strait of Hormuz holds a strategic position as it contributes to international trade routes, particularly for the distribution of oil and gas,” explained Ninne Zahara Silviani, SH, MH, at the beginning of the lecture. Ninne Zahara Silviani, SH, MH, specializes in international maritime law.

“However, from a humanitarian law perspective, Iran has the right to defend itself. When Iran is attacked during the ongoing peace process in Oman, it has the right to retaliate. They must be prepared on land, sea, and air to retaliate against attacks by the United States and Israel. Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz is part of Iran’s strategy to strengthen its defenses. Of course, when war breaks out, all warring parties must respect and adhere to the written and unwritten principles of international humanitarian law, such as the principle of distinction, the principle of balance, and the principle of limitation,” stated Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, SH, MH, LLM, PhD, who also delivered the public lecture.

 

Following the presentation, students enthusiastically asked questions. Following the event, a souvenir exchange and a brief tour of several facilities at the UIB Faculty of Law were held.

On Monday, April 27, 2026, students of the International Program of the Undergraduate Law Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, conducted an industrial field study at Panasonic Industrial Devices Batam. The field study commenced with a safety briefing intended to ensure that all guests/visitors comprehended the procedures applicable during their presence within the company’s premises. This was followed by a screening of the company profile video. All students were formally received and directly accompanied by Mr. Adityo Putro as a representative of the management of Panasonic Industrial Devices Batam, Mr. Budisila Hutasuhut, along with several members of the company’s staff.

Subsequently, all students were directed to a designated room containing a comprehensive series of informational displays regarding the implementation of manufacturing processes at Panasonic Industrial Devices Batam. Through the available information boards, various aspects could be systematically identified, including waste management practices; sorting mechanisms; recycling achievements reaching 100 percent; and traceback systems detailing the total weight of each category of waste and the extent of its recycling. The information boards further illustrated the application of the Internet of Things (IoT), enabling the entire manufacturing process to operate in an automated and integrated manner.

“We extend our welcome to the delegation from FH UII. This visit constitutes the first visit from outside Batam and is also the farthest, originating from Java. Panasonic Industrial Devices Batam is one of the entities under the Panasonic Group. The company originates from Japan and operates as a fully Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) entity. The products manufactured include inductors, capacitors, and resistors, all produced within this facility and exported overseas. These components serve as primary elements supporting various Panasonic products. The company also requires legal aspects, including intellectual property protection and contractual arrangements.” This statement was delivered by Mr. Adityo Putro as Head of Management of Panasonic Industrial Devices.

“This company has been established since 1995. At present, there are three factories with a total area of 83 hectares. The products manufactured include capacitors, varistors, and resistors. The company also develops digital applications and continues its technological transformation to ensure that it effectively implements existing innovations. Artificial intelligence systems are utilized in the automation of company operations. In addition, robotic automatic systems are employed to enhance manufacturing efficiency. The company’s activities encompass not only manufacturing but also non-manufacturing sectors such as management, legal affairs, and finance.” This explanation was presented by Mr. Budisila Hutasuhut.

During this field study, the students were accompanied by the Head of the Undergraduate Law Study Program and lecturers from the Faculty of Law UII, namely Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, SH, MH, LLM, PhD (Head of Program), Dr. Aroma Elmina Martha, SH, MH (Secretary of the International Law Program), and Eko Rial Nugroho, SH, MH (Lecturer of the Civil Law Department).

“We express our appreciation for the opportunity provided to our students to directly observe manufacturing processes as well as to understand the legal dimensions that support the entirety of industrial activities at Panasonic Industrial Devices Batam. Thus far, students have engaged with legal studies in a predominantly theoretical manner. Through this field study, students can empirically observe how law functions in supporting the complexity of manufacturing environments within large-scale corporations such as Panasonic.” The Head of the Undergraduate Law Study Program conveyed this statement at the conclusion of the field study session.

As a follow-up plan, the Director of PT Panasonic Industrial Devices is scheduled to visit Universitas Islam Indonesia and formalize a cooperation agreement. This initiative is expected to create broader opportunities for UII alumni to contribute to the development of human resources within PT Panasonic Industrial Devices. In particular, the Faculty of Law UII, through the Dean, has expressed the expectation that students will be able to undertake internships and contribute to legal functions within Panasonic Industrial Devices.

On Sunday, April 26, 2026, an International Community Service Program was held in Tanjung Uma, Batam, involving Lecturers, Educational Staff, International Program Students, the Law Undergraduate Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, as well as children in Tanjung Uma, Batam. The children involved were approximately 40 (forty) children consisting of Elementary School students, Junior High School students, Senior High School students in Tanjung Uma Batam and students from the Faculty of Law, Universitas Internasional Batam. The activity lasted for 4 (four) hours with the discussion of materials Understanding Rights and Responsibilities and Legal Literacy for the Future.

This International Community Service activity was successfully organized thanks to the collaboration between the Law Undergraduate Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Internasional Batam and the Law Undergraduate Study Program, Faculty of Law UII. From the Faculty of Law, Universitas Internasional Batam was represented by Mrs. Emiliya Febriani, S.H., M.H. as the Head of the Law Undergraduate Study Program, along with her colleagues Mrs. Ninne Zahara Silfiani, Mrs. Nadia, Mr. Antoni, and the Chairman of the Al Muttaqin Mosque Takmir of Tanjung Uma, Ustadz Mulyadi.

“The material provided was regarding basic understanding of Human Rights, especially Children’s Rights, so that children in Tanjung Uma Village, Batam can understand what basic rights they receive from existing legal regulations both in Indonesia and International Law,” said Emiliya Febriani.

The presenters were Lecturers from UIB and UII. From the Faculty of Law UII was represented by Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., L.LM., Ph.D (Head of the Law Undergraduate Study Program), Dr. Aroma Elmina Martha, S.H., M.H. (Secretary of the Law Undergraduate International Program), Eko Rial Nugroho, S.H., M.H. (Permanent Lecturer of FH UII), Sri Achyuniwati, S.T. (Head of General and Household Division), and Desi Wulandari, S.SOS. (Head of Resource Affairs) as well as assisted by a Student Team from the International Program, Law Undergraduate Study Program, FH UII. In addition, this activity also involved Tom Oscar Burgess, who is an exchange student from Griffith University, Australia.

In the remarks delivered, the Head of the Law Undergraduate Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., L.LM., Ph.D, stated that “this International Community Service Program is a program expected to provide an understanding to the children in Tanjung Uma Village, Batam, particularly regarding the law. The children in this village were chosen because it is one of the oldest villages in Lubuk Baja, Batam, which is historically inhabited by Malay and Bugis communities of Riau Lingga Royal descent. Located on the coast near Singapore, this village was named Tanjung Uma because it is situated between Tanjung Pangkal Leppu and Tanjung Kubur. Although Batam has developed into an industrial center given the very close trade relations between this city and Singapore, Tanjung Uma Village still maintains its traditional characteristics to this day. Since the past, its people have lived as fishermen, although some have now worked in the industrial sector. Strengthening the understanding of the children here about the law is very important so that they are ready to develop themselves while remaining based on the laws and customs that exist in society.”

The material was provided by giving a basic understanding of legal patterns, especially the distinction between the types of laws existing in Indonesia and customary law. The presenter, Dr. Aroma Elmina Martha, S.H., M.H., who is also a criminal law expert, packaged the material attractively so that the children understood legal concepts, particularly regarding legal sanctions in criminal matters. “The hope is that children begin to know what is prohibited and what is permitted. For example, bullying is something that must not be done. This includes physical altercations or hitting, which can fall into the category of physical violence,” said Dr. Aroma.

Separately, Eko Rial Nugroho, S.H., M.H., also stated that as a community with high historical value, customary law can still be implemented even though the various buildings and economic foundations of the Tanjung Uma community have developed rapidly. “Customary law, especially Malay law, can also be maintained and transformed into modern law, considering there are many traditions that can still be preserved to serve as a characteristic and basic legal pattern in society,” he said.

During the event, students from the FH UII International Program distributed souvenirs in the form of books and stationery to the children and created small games as ice breaking so that the children could easily understand the material presented. Various games were chosen to suit the material delivered. Students from Australia, Tom Oscar Burgess, and from Nigeria, Adedoyin Yusuf Olatunji, became the center of attention during the event because they used Indonesian brokenly, although they still used a lot of English to improve the English language skills of the children in Tanjung Uma; even at the end of the event, the children enthusiastically invited them to take photos together to capture the beautiful memory that language barriers are not an obstacle to sharing laughter, while also serving as a reminder for the children of Tanjung Uma that the world is vast and their dreams can take them across national borders.

The event closed with a joint prayer, the presentation of mementos, and a group photo. After the event, the community directed and guided the lecturers, educational staff, and students to see the Tanjung Uma old village, which is geographically very close to the coast.

On April 17, 2026, located at Menara I Bank Mandiri Headquarters in Jakarta, the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (FH UII), and PT Bank Mandiri (Persero) Tbk officially formalized their collaboration regarding the Implementation of QRIS Payment Acceptance through Application Programming Interface (API) Integration. The meeting commenced with remarks from Ms. Yolanda, the Group Head of the Commercial Solution Group, who emphasized that Bank Mandiri is an ideal partner to facilitate payment processes within FH UII. She noted that their established system is based on the widely recognized “Livin'” Superapp, and they are fully prepared to support the digital payment infrastructure at the faculty to promote greater financial transparency for all users.

In response, the Dean of the Faculty of Law, UII, explained that the high intensity of interaction and services provided to the academic community necessitates a digital transformation to simplify payment procedures. The Dean expressed strong confidence in Bank Mandiri as the right partner to support their own platform, the UIILaw Superapp. Having already been launched, the Superapp is envisioned to be more user-friendly through ongoing innovations, serving as an integrated application for both academic and non-academic needs. This initiative is expected to build a robust digital legal ecosystem within the FH UII environment.

The event was attended by key representatives from Bank Mandiri, including Ms. Abeka Natalia (Group Head Transaction Banking Retail Sales Group), Ms. Yolanda (Group Head Commercial Solution Group), Liswanto Utomo (Department Head H Transaction Banking Retail Sales Group), Robin Noviandry Panggie (Team Leader Commercial Solution Group), Adiyatma Mahardika (RM Transaction Commercial Solution Group), and Antysa Chlara (Officer Beyond Banking Solution). From the Faculty of Law, UII, the Dean was accompanied by Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, Ph.D. (Head of the Undergraduate Law Study Program), Sri Achyuniwati (Head of General Affairs and Household Division), Fitriati Khotimah, S.E. (Head of Finance Division), and Arief Satejo Kinady (Head of Academic Division).

The agenda proceeded with the formal signing of the partnership and a technical discussion regarding the integration of the payment application into the Superapp, before concluding with a group photo session.

On Tuesday, April 22, 2026, the Faculty of Law at Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII) organized a Joint Lecture program in collaboration with the Islamic Criminal Law Study Program from the Faculty of Sharia and Law at UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung. The event was held at the Mini Auditorium, 4th Floor, Faculty of Law, UII Building, Yogyakarta. The joint lecture featured a strategic theme: “The Development of Islamic Criminal Law Studies within National and Global Legal Contexts,” delivered by the keynote speaker, Prof. Dr. H. Ali Abdurrahman, M.Ag., a professor from UIN Sunan Gunung Djati.

In his presentation, Prof. Ali Abdurrahman emphasized that the development of Islamic criminal law must transcend classical fiqh (jurisprudence) to become a legal instrument that is adaptive and capable of solving modern national and global legal challenges. He outlined strategies for harmonizing Jinayah principles—such as the concept of forgiveness (al-‘afw) and restorative justice—with the spirit of reform in the Indonesian National Penal Code (KUHP), as well as international human rights standards. “It is crucial to reconstruct Islamic legal thought to address the dynamics of modern crime. This positions Islamic law not as a rigid system but as an active contributor that enriches the development of a just national legal system that remains globally relevant,” stated Prof. Ali.

The Head of the Undergraduate Program in Law at Faculty of Law UII, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., noted in his welcoming remarks that the program holds significant strategic value as a platform for mutual knowledge sharing and academic enrichment between the two institutions. “The primary goal is for FH UII students to learn directly from experts at UIN Sunan Gunung Djati. Beyond academic strengthening, this activity is expected to serve as a medium for students to network, collaborate, and build new professional relationships. This agenda has become a routine academic tradition at Faculty of Law UII, reflecting our commitment to continuously enhancing the quality of education,” Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., explained.

The event was attended by approximately 50 Faculty of Law UII students, accompanied by Faculty of Law UII faculty members Ahmad Sadzali, Lc. M.H., and Ayu Izza Elvany, S.H.M.H. Meanwhile, the delegation from UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung consisted of nine representatives, including Prof. Dr. H. Ali Abdurrahman, M.Ag. (Professor), Dr. Muhamad Kholid, M.H. (Head of Department), Deden Najmudin, M.Sy. (Secretary of Department), Dr. H. Syahrul Anwar, M.Ag. (Lecturer), Dr. Enceng Arif Faisal, M.Ag. (Lecturer), Dr. Didi Sumardi, M.Ag. (Lecturer), Yusuf Azazy, M.A. (Lecturer), Dr. Yayan Muhammad Royani, M.H. (Lecturer), Mamduh Hilmi, L.C., M.A. (Lecturer). 

The program concluded with an exchange of tokens of appreciation between the two institutions as a symbol of their close partnership, followed by a group photo session with the speakers, lecturers, and all participating students.