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Featuring Experts from 4 Countries, UII Faculty of Law Successfully Hosts The 7th International Students Colloquium 2025

On Monday, December 1, 2025, the Undergraduate Law Study Program (International Program) at the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), once again organised the 7th International Students Colloquium (ISC) 2025. Carrying the theme “Navigating the Crossroads: Law, Democracy, and Constitutionalism in a Shifting Global Landscape,” the event featured expert speakers from various nations.

The invited speakers included Prof. Dr. Ni’matul Huda, S.H., M.Hum. (Universitas Islam Indonesia), Prof. Dr. Ildiko Bartha (University of Debrecen, Hungary), Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kabiru Adamu (Bayero University, Nigeria), and Prof. Dr. Ida Madieha Binti Abdul Ghani Azmi (International Islamic University Malaysia/IIUM). Serving as the moderator for the event was Faculty of Law lecturer Muhammad Addi Fauzani, S.H., M.H. Meanwhile, the keynote speaker was the Professor from Udayana University, Prof. Dr. I Dewa Gede Palguna, S.H., M.Hum.

This year marks the seventh edition of the ISC, attended by approximately 30 presenters, the majority of whom are undergraduate students. The participants hailed from diverse higher education institutions, including Universitas Islam Indonesia, Universitas Surabaya, Universitas Negeri Semarang, Universitas Lampung, Universitas Prasetiya Mulya, Universitas Hasanuddin, Universitas 17 Agustus 1945 Surabaya, UIN Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta, President University, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Universitas Bhayangkara Jakarta Raya, University of Malaya, Universitas Banten Jaya, and the International Islamic University Malaysia.

In his opening remarks, the Dean of the UII Faculty of Law, Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum., emphasized the importance of this event for students’ academic development. “This activity has been running for approximately seven years and serves as a means of enrichment and dissemination of student works, especially for those studying in the international program. It also aims to facilitate their work and research for publication at the international level,” stated Prof. Budi.

Echoing the Dean’s sentiments, the Head of the Undergraduate Law Study Program, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., PhD, conveyed the distinctiveness of this year’s ISC. “This time, the International Students Colloquium feels special as we have guests from Nigeria. This is part of our effort to strengthen relationships with Nigerian students currently studying in the international program,” he noted.

Issues regarding constitutional law became the main highlight of this colloquium, aligning with the plan to open a constitutional law specialisation within the International Program, Faculty of Law, UII. Through this activity, students are expected to absorb knowledge from diverse global perspectives, particularly from Malaysia, Hungary, and Nigeria.

The series of events concluded with a networking session and the presentation of mementoes by the Dean of the Faculty of Law UII. The agenda then continued with the call for papers session, divided into seven chambers (presentation rooms). Each room accommodated 4-5 presenters showcasing their research findings. The output of this activity will be an international proceeding published directly by the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia.

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LEM FH UII has held UII Legalpreneurship 2025

UII Legalpreneurship is a flagship program organized by the Career Development Department of LEM FH UII. This program provides a platform for students to build networks with legal practitioners, alumni, and various institutions in order to broaden their access to relevant information, experience, and career opportunities in the legal field. Through this activity, students are expected to be able to design their career paths in a more structured and directed manner with the support of strong professional connections and insights aligned with current workforce demands.

As a continuation of this commitment, the theme “Adapting to Society 5.0: Unlocking New Perspectives and Developing Adaptive Competencies for Future Legal Careers” was adopted to reflect the program’s dedication to preparing law students who are adaptive, responsive, and collaborative. This theme highlights the urgency of developing legal human resources who not only understand legal theory and practice but are also capable of actively participating in the dynamics of global change. Accordingly, the program is designed to shape participants’ mindsets and competencies so that they are not merely able to adapt to present conditions, but are also ready to face future challenges and opportunities in a more advanced era. This readiness includes the development of flexible skills, innovative insights, and a high level of adaptability in responding to the dynamics of the legal profession in the Society 5.0 era. Through this program, students are expected to strengthen their intellectual, emotional, and professional capacities in a comprehensive manner. This will serve as an essential foundation in shaping a future generation of jurists who are technologically literate, morally resilient, and visionary in contributing to national and global legal development.

The event was held over four days, from December 2 to December 5, 2025. The first day began with an opening ceremony and a symbolic inauguration at the 4th Floor Auditorium of the Faculty of Law, UII. The atmosphere became even more festive with a traditional Sumatran dance performance by Xaviera Unisi, symbolizing the opening greeting. The event continued with a keynote session delivered by the Director of the Directorate of Career Development and Alumni (DPKA UII), Mr. Allan Fatchan Gani Wardhana, S.H., M.H. He explained that the Society 5.0 era brings major changes to both lifestyle and working patterns, including in the legal field. Technologies such as artificial intelligence and big data are transforming the legal profession—not eliminating it, but shifting it toward a more strategic, analytical, and human–AI collaborative role. Therefore, law graduates must possess distinguishing advantages to compete at both national and global levels. DPKA UII also plays an important role in assisting students and alumni in preparing for these changes through career counseling services, mentoring, seminars, professional networking, and job vacancy information. In essence, the session emphasized the importance of adaptability, competency development, and career readiness in the ever-evolving digital era.

The event then continued with a Stadium Generale themed “Adaptive Legal Education: Character Building and Legal Competencies for Future Careers on the Path Towards Society 5.0,” delivered by Dr. Dodi S. Abdulkadir, B.Sc., S.E., S.H., M.H. He conveyed that in the Society 5.0 era, law must adapt because technology changes work patterns, objects of disputes, and law enforcement processes. Law graduates must master digital literacy, data analysis, digital ethics, and understand emerging issues such as privacy, data security, and technology regulation. Technology accelerates and enhances both legal education and practice, but it also presents challenges such as literacy gaps, ethical risks, and lagging regulations. Therefore, strengthening digital literacy, ethics, analytical skills, and technology-based learning is crucial.

On the second day of UII Legalpreneurship 2025, a Job Fair booth was held at the Hall/Lobby of the 1st Floor, Faculty of Law UII, featuring several companies and law firms, including LBH Yusuf, Sui Iuris Law Office, SNW & Partner, JRJ Law Firm, Law Is Me Law Firm, Firmly Law Firm, Cilacs, IONs Educational International, and DPKA UII. The event became even more lively with Company Profile sessions, allowing students to interact directly and obtain detailed information from each company and law firm. In addition, the event was enhanced by a free LinkedIn Photo Session booth provided by the UII Legalpreneurship 2025 Committee, which students could use to obtain formal or semi-formal photos for their LinkedIn profiles or Curriculum Vitae (CVs).

DPKA UII also provided free career consultation services with professional psychology counselors. After these counseling sessions, students were expected to be able to determine their career paths based on their interests, talents, and skills. Meanwhile, on the 3rd Floor in the Legal Drafting Room, two workshop sessions were conducted. The first was “Legal Drafting Workshop: Developing Systematic, Legitimate, and Efficient Legal Documents in the Era of Society 5.0,” presented by Dr. M. Rasyid Ridho, S.H., M.H. The second was “Legal Tech Workshop: Developing Adaptive Legal Proficiency within the Path to Society 5.0,” presented by Mr. Adam Mulyadi. These workshops were organized to equip FH UII students with the competencies needed in the modern era to prepare for future workplace challenges. Both workshops were conducted in collaboration with the Jimly School of Law and Government, enabling participating students to receive e-certificates directly from Jimly School, which can be used for future job applications and to strengthen their portfolios.

On the third day of UII Legalpreneurship 2025, the Job Fair booths, LinkedIn Photo Session, Career Consultation, and Company Profile sessions continued. To further enliven the event, a free photobooth was also provided so that FH UII students could capture memorable moments during the program. In addition, a Law Firm Seminar was held at the 4th Floor Auditorium of the Faculty of Law UII with the theme “Embracing the Path to Society 5.0: Preparing Future Legal Careers,” delivered by Prof. Dr. H. KRH. Henry Yosodiningrat, S.H., M.H. He explained that in entering the Society 5.0 era, prospective legal practitioners must be ready to face a workforce increasingly influenced by AI, big data, and digital technology. Many legal tasks are becoming automated; therefore, the main value of law graduates lies in analytical ability, technological ethics, cyber law knowledge, and digital literacy. Law students must prepare themselves with new skills, ranging from data privacy and digital forensics to strategic thinking, as future legal professions will demand collaboration between humans and AI as well as data-driven decision-making. Essentially, this seminar served as a call to adapt legal competencies to remain relevant in an ever-evolving technological era.

On the fourth day of UII Legalpreneurship 2025, the final Law Firm Seminar was held at the 4th Floor Auditorium of the Faculty of Law UII under the theme “Looking to the Future: Legal Skills for Careers in Society 5.0,” featuring Dr. Sangun Ragahdo Yosodiningrat, S.H., LL.M. as the speaker. He explained that in the Society 5.0 era, technologies such as AI, big data, and blockchain are transforming how the legal profession operates. Many routine tasks are becoming automated, requiring lawyers to be more adaptive, strategic, and technologically proficient. New challenges have emerged, including data privacy, digital evidence, cybersecurity, and AI regulation. Therefore, future lawyers must master legal technology literacy, cyber law, smart contracts, as well as possess strong analytical skills and digital ethics. Future lawyers are expected to think across disciplines and act as both problem solvers and innovators. To prepare for this, students, fresh graduates, and young practitioners are encouraged to develop legal tech skills, pursue certifications related to data privacy and AI ethics, expand their digital portfolios, and actively engage in the legal technology ecosystem.

The series of events concluded with a closing ceremony and symbolic closing, highlighted by a traditional Javanese dance performance by Xaviera Unisi.

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The 2nd Postgraduate International Conference on Law, Technology & Society

On Monday, 24 November 2025, the Faculty of Law of the Universitas Islam Indonesia held the 2nd Postgraduate International Conference on Law, Technology & Society (The 2nd Postgraduate ICLTS). This year’s conference carried the overarching theme “Law, Globalization, and Human Rights.” The event conducted as a collaboration between the Faculty of Law of Universitas Islam Indonesia, the Faculty of Law Universitas Kuningan, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, and Dicle University Turkiye. The conference took place at the Auditorium of the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia and also being streamed live from Zoom and YouTube. Rahadian Suwartono, the Chairman of the Committee of the 2nd Postgraduate ICLTS, mentioning the main purpose of the event was for enrich academic forum and a dissemination forum for all participants.

The 2nd Postgraduate ICLTS consist of three sessions: Plenary Session; Presentation Session; and Gala Dinner/Closing Session. The 2nd Postgraduate ICLTS aims to serve as a platform for academics, researchers, and legal practitioners to engage in dialogue, share insights, and produce relevant recommendations to address contemporary legal challenges. This International Conference is a mutually joint agenda among all the Postgraduate Study Programs at the Faculty of Law Universitas Islam Indonesia, hence becoming an opportunity for academic sharing among Masters and Doctoral students. However, professional researchers and lecturers are likewise welcome to participate.

The first session was an international seminar with a keynote speech and sharing of experience from four distinguished speakers from Indonesia, Malaysia, the Netherlands, and Switzerland. The session opened with a keynote speech delivered by Thomas Trikasih Lembong, Former Minister of Trade of the Republic of Indonesia (2015–2016), followed by presentations from Prof. Abu Bakar bin Munir (Professor of Law and Expert in Cyber Law and Data Protection Law, Universiti Malaya) on “Personal Data Protection, Cyber Law, and Its Contemporary Challenges”; Tamalin Bolus (Regional Legal Advisor at the ICRC, Switzerland) on “International Humanitarian Law and Contemporary Challenges”; Christopher Michael Cason, JD. (Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Law, Islamic University of Indonesia) on “Foreign Direct Investment: Law and Contemporary Challenges”; and Prof. Aurelia Colombi Ciacchi (Professor of Law and Governance at the University of Groningen) on “Human Rights Impact Assessments in the Digital Revolution and Globalisation.”

The second session featured research presentations by selected participants. The session was attended by more than 100 participants, both on-site and online. Participants were divided into nine chambers, each focusing on a specific theme: Technology, Business, and Government on Law and Globalization; Constitutionalism, Environmental Law, and Globalization; Criminal, Prophetic Law, and Human Rights; Government, International Law, and Globalization; Criminal Law and Human Rights; Islamic and Family Law; Environmental Crisis and Contemporary Challenges; Law, Technology, and Human Rights on Globalization; and Islamic, Prophetic, and International Law on Globalization. The presentation session followed by 65 papers and more than 200 presenters all around the globe, from Indonesia, Nigeria, Malaysia, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Turkiye.

The series of events of the 2nd Postgraduate ICLTS concluded with a Farewell Ceremony and Gala Dinner as the closing session. The agenda ran smoothly, and the organizers hope that this event can serve as a platform for dialogue among academics, practitioners, and researchers, while also contributing to addressing contemporary legal challenges.

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UII Student Wins Art Award at ASEAN Art Festival 2025 in Malaysia

BANGI, Malaysia (2 November 2025) – The spirit of international collaboration and cultural excellence shone brightly as Abi Abdullah, a mobility student from the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (FH UII), proudly represented UII at the 8th ASEAN Art Festival 2025 (UKM ARTSEAN), held at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) from 29 October to 3 November 2025.

The festival, themed “Diversity in Rhythm and Heritage,” gathered more than 300 participants from across ASEAN and beyond, including delegates from Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Brunei Darussalam, the Philippines, Malaysia, and special participants from China, Japan, South Korea, India, France, Canada, Kazakhstan, and Bangladesh.

Organised by the UKM University Cultural Centre, UKM Artisukma, Againstar Sdn. Bhd., and the Language and Library Council (DBP) in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC), the festival served as a vibrant platform for cultural exchange, creative collaboration, and artistic expression.

Representing FH UII, Abi Abdullah showcased exceptional creativity and cultural expression, earning an Art Award in recognition of his outstanding contribution during the event. His achievement reflects UII’s commitment to nurturing global-minded students who promote peace, unity, and cultural understanding through the arts.

“This recognition is not just an individual accomplishment but also a reflection of UII’s vision to build bridges of collaboration and understanding across nations through culture and creativity,” said Abi.

Throughout the five-day festival, participants engaged in a variety of activities, including ASEAN dance workshops, the ASEAN Malay Song Singing Competition, and cultural visits to the Mah Meri Cultural Village and the National Museum. These activities strengthened bonds among participants while promoting appreciation for ASEAN’s shared heritage and diversity.

The participation of FH UII in this international event underscores the university’s ongoing efforts to advance international mobility, cultural diplomacy, and academic excellence, further positioning UII as an active contributor to the global academic and cultural community.

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Guest Lecture on Islamic Banking Customer Data Protection: Malaysian Legal Perspective with Assoc. Prof. Sonny Zulhuda, Ph.D., MCL., LL.B

The International Program of the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), successfully organized an interactive guest lecture featuring a prominent legal expert from Malaysia, Assoc. Prof. Sonny Zulhuda, Ph.D., MCL., LL.B. The event, themed “Islamic Banking Customer Data Protection: Malaysian Legal Perspective,” took place on Friday, October 10, 2025, and was attended by approximately 50 students, lecturers, and educational staff.

In his presentation, Assoc. Prof. Sonny Zulhuda highlighted the urgency of customer data protection, especially in the context of Islamic banking, which has recently become a crucial issue in Indonesia, such as the data breach case at Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI). He drew comparisons with the situation in Malaysia, where personal data protection regulations are strictly enforced. “In Malaysia, personal data protection is extremely crucial, and many companies, especially in the banking sector, have faced legal action due to negligence in data management,” stated Assoc. Prof. Sonny Zulhuda.

The two-hour guest lecture provided new insights for participants into best practices and legal challenges related to Islamic banking customer data protection. The event concluded with the presentation of a souvenir by Mr. Bagya Agung Prabowo, S.H., M.Hum., Ph.D., as the Secretary of the Regular Program, Undergraduate Program in Law, at the Faculty of Law UII, as a token of appreciation to the speaker.

The Head of the Undergraduate Program in Law, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., expressed his appreciation. “The Study Program greatly appreciates the presence of Assoc. Prof. Sonny Zulhuda, Ph.D., MCL, LL.B., to deliver a guest lecture at the Faculty of Law, UII. We hope that more activities can be carried out to facilitate the transfer of knowledge, especially concerning legal developments in Malaysia, to students of the Undergraduate Program in Law, particularly those from the International Program,” he said.

Before the guest lecture, Assoc. Prof. Sonny Zulhuda also had a friendly gathering in the Faculty Lounge with the leadership of the Faculty of Law UII, including the Dean, Vice Dean for Religious Affairs, Student Affairs and Alumni, Head of the Undergraduate Program in Law, Head of the Undergraduate Program in Business Law, and Secretary of the Regular Program. This meeting also discussed potential future collaborations between the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) and Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII).

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia Collaborates with the Faculty of Law UII to Organize an FGD & Workshop

The Faculty of Law at Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia (Kemenlu RI), successfully organized a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) and Workshop titled “Evaluation and Planned Amendments to the Foreign Relations Law” and “Foreign Law in the Indonesian Legal System.” This collaborative event took place over two days, from October 14 to 15, 2025, at the Faculty of Law UII.

The activities commenced with an FGD on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, in the Erasmus Room. This in-depth discussion featured three permanent lecturers from the Faculty of Law UII as speakers: Prof. Dr. Sefriani, S.H., M.Hum., from the Department of International Law; Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., from the Department of International Law; and Rahadian D. B. Suwartono, S.H., M.H., from the Department of Constitutional Law. The FGD generated numerous valuable inputs regarding the planned amendments to the Draft Law on Foreign Relations, both from international and national legal perspectives.

On that occasion, Prof. Dr. Sefriani, S.H., M.Hum., conveyed her hopes. “The Draft Law on Foreign Relations has been proposed for discussion and amendment for a very long time. We sincerely hope that with the inclusion of this draft in the 2025 National Legislation Program (Prolegnas), we can have a much more comprehensive legal norm that provides legal certainty, particularly concerning Indonesia’s foreign policy on the international stage,” emphasized Prof. Sefriani.

On the second day, Wednesday, October 15, 2025, a workshop titled “Foreign Law in the Indonesian Legal System” was held in the Stageroom on the west side. The event was attended by approximately 40 students, professors, and academics from the Faculty of Law UII. Two speakers from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, namely Kartini Eliva Angel, S.H., and Blandina Pella, S.H., LL.M., provided in-depth presentations and addressed the enthusiastic questions from participants regarding the direction of Indonesian law and foreign relations. Participants also received attractive souvenirs from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The workshop concluded with remarks from the Head of the Undergraduate Program in Law, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., “We greatly appreciate the harmonious collaboration between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Faculty of Law UII. This signifies that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is not only focused on Indonesia’s foreign policy but also pays attention to various roles, particularly those related to the legal field. The objective is to ensure that Indonesia’s foreign relations align with the mission outlined in the constitution and applicable international legal norms. We hope this cooperation will lead to more beneficial activities, not only for students but also for all academics of the Faculty of Law UII,” said Mr. Dodik.

The series of events concluded with a friendly gathering and an exchange of souvenirs. Representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs also took the opportunity to visit the museum and Kimpulan Temple located in the Library area of UII, adding to their insights into the rich cultural and historical heritage of UII.

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Guest Lecture by Prof. Stefan Koos on “Artificial Intelligence and Law”

Professor Stefan Koos from the Universität der Bundeswehr München, Germany, taught at the Undergraduate Law Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII). He served as a part-time lecturer for approximately one week, from Tuesday, September 30, 2025, to Thursday, October 4, 2025. Professor Koos taught several courses in the Undergraduate Law Program, including: Cyber Law, Commercial Law, Introduction to Indonesian Legal System, and Introduction to Legal Science. During his tenure at the UII Faculty of Law, Professor Koos delivered material covering several key themes, namely: Copyright and training of AI, International Company Law, Protection of Entrepreneurial Achievement in Unfair Competition Law, Consumer Protection in Germany, Digital Globalization and Law Development, and AI in Law. The public lecture, which was attended by students, took place in several rooms, such as the Erasmus Room, the Audiovisual Room, and the West Stageroom of the UII Faculty of Law Building. At the end of the final session, the Head of the Undergraduate Law Program, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., represented the Faculty in presenting a souvenir to Prof. Stefan, followed by a photo session with the students.

In addition to the public lecture, Prof. Stefan also conducted a workshop attended by lecturers at the UII Faculty of Law. The theme for this workshop was “Introduction to AI & Law for Lecturers.” The workshop, held in the Erasmus Room, was moderated by Sheila Noor Baity, S.H., LL.M., a lecturer at the UII Faculty of Law. Lecturers from several departments of the Faculty of Law, including Civil Law, Criminal Law, International Law, Constitutional Law, and State Administrative Law, were also in attendance.

While in Yogyakarta, Professor Stefan Koos also enjoyed culinary tourism and attended a dinner reception hosted by the entire leadership of the UII Faculty of Law. The dinner was held on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at Swasana Restaurant. During the meeting, Professor Koos expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome and the hospitality extended by the UII Faculty of Law. He expressed hope that he would be able to return to teach at the UII Faculty of Law annually, perhaps focusing on one or two specific courses, to allow students to gain a deeper focus on the material provided by Professor Stefan Koos.

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Initiation of Cooperation between the Faculty of Law, UII, and the Faculty of Law, Pablo de Olavide University, Spain

During his visit to Yogyakarta, Prof. Raúl Gabriel Sánchez Gómez from Pablo de Olavide University, Spain, conducted an exploratory visit for cooperation with the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII). During his visit, Prof. Raúl offered an Erasmus cooperation, particularly in the field of clinical law. It is hoped that this cooperation can be submitted next year and further strengthen the legal clinics already run by the Center for Legal Aid and Consultation (PKBH) UII.

During a dinner reception, the Vice Dean for Religious Affairs, Student Affairs, and Alumni, Drs. Agus Triyanta, M.A., M.H., Ph.D., stated, “We highly appreciate this cooperation initiative. We also strongly hope that it can be further developed, particularly as offered by Prof. Raúl, to provide opportunities for lecturers from the Faculty of Law, UII, who specialize in civil procedural law and clinical law, to pursue or study for a Ph.D. at Prof. Raúl’s university, Pablo de Olavide University, Spain.”

Currently, Prof. Raúl is in Yogyakarta and is also part of a team tasked with conducting a review of Erasmus Masudem (Master Studies in Sustainable Development and Management), for which the Faculty of Business and Economics, UII, is coincidentally the recipient of the Erasmus grant. The event concluded with a friendly gathering, discussion, and a group photo at one of Yogyakarta’s restaurants.

 

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Guest Lecture by Prof. Raúl Gabriel Sánchez Gómez (Pablo de Olavide University, Spain)

On Thursday, September 25, 2025, a guest lecture was held featuring Prof. Raúl Gabriel Sánchez Gómez from Pablo de Olavide University, Spain. This guest lecture was attended by approximately 75 students from the International Program of the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII). The theme of this guest lecture was “The Procedural Law and The Legal Clinics: An Experience from Spain.”

During the public lecture, Prof. Raúl presented material related to Civil Procedural Law in Spain and the development of legal clinics, particularly their evolution in the European Union. The event, held in the Audiovisual Room on the 4th floor of the Faculty of Law, was moderated by Rizky Ramadhan Baried, S.H., M.H., a lecturer at the Faculty of Law, UII.

In this public lecture, Prof. Raúl stated, “Legal clinics in the European Union are developing very rapidly, considering the many land-related issues, including in Spain. Thus, there is a great need for support and academic discussions at our university, Pablo de Olavide University, Spain. Currently, we also offer specializations in legal clinics for undergraduate (S1), master’s (S2), and doctoral (S3) programs.” Prof. Raúl conveyed this while delivering the lecture at the Faculty of Law, UII.

As the moderator, Mr. Rizky also mentioned, “Currently, the Faculty of Law, UII, has a Center for Legal Aid and Consultation (PKBH) as a platform for legal clinics at the Faculty of Law, UII, which is the oldest and one of the most active faculties of law with an extraordinary role. These legal clinics have developed rapidly after many communities entrusted PKBH UII to provide legal assistance and consultation. Currently, a new building is also under construction, and we are not only building facilities but also developing activities that can support law enforcement in Indonesia. We hope that with the presence of Prof. Raúl, we can gain comparative knowledge.” Mr. Rizky concluded his remarks.

In his closing remarks, Dodik Setiawan Nur H., S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., as the Head of the Undergraduate Study Program in Law, stated, “We highly appreciate this guest lecture, which even features an expert from Spain sharing knowledge related to legal clinics. And we hope that this knowledge can be further developed, not only for PKBH but also for the entire academic community. This event is one of our internationalization activities, enabling students to build comparative legal knowledge.”

The event then concluded with a question-and-answer session and a souvenir handover. Simultaneously, Prof. Raúl also visited the UII Museum and conducted a campus tour of the Faculty of Law, UII.

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Indonesian Association of Law Journal (APJHI) Holds Integrity Pact Ceremony at the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia

On September 16, 2025, the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), hosted the Ratification of the Code of Ethics and Signing of the Integrity Pact organized by the Indonesian Association of Law Journal (APJHI). The event was held in the 2nd-floor meeting room of the Faculty and attended by representatives from law journal managers across Indonesia—from the western, central, and eastern regions of the country.

In his opening remarks, Dr. Kukuh Tejo Murti, S.H., LL.M., Chairman of APJHI, expressed hope that this event would contribute significantly to maintaining and enhancing the quality of law journal publications in Indonesia. “This Integrity Pact is a vital milestone, particularly as many Indonesian law journals have already obtained national accreditation (SINTA) and even international indexation (Scopus or Web of Science). Through today’s signing, we aim to strengthen the scholarly foundation of Indonesian legal publications and elevate their credibility globally,” he said.

The ceremony began with speeches from the Chairman of APJHI and the Dean of the Faculty of Law UII. It served as a follow-up to the outcomes of the APJHI Annual Meeting previously held at Universitas Pasundan, Bandung, in June 2025, where the draft Code of Ethics was deliberated collectively to establish a shared commitment to quality improvement in legal journal publications.

In his remarks, Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum., Dean of the Faculty of Law UII, emphasized the faculty’s dedication to academic integrity: “We strongly support this Code of Ethics and Integrity Pact as mechanisms to uphold the credibility of Indonesian law journals. At UII, integrity is one of our core values, especially as journal managers now face increasing challenges and ethical dilemmas. This collective commitment is essential to ensure that Indonesian legal publications serve as global academic references in the field of law.”

Meanwhile, Dr. Saru Arifin, S.H., LL.M., Ph.D., a member of the APJHI Executive Committee, also stressed the importance of preserving academic integrity in Indonesian higher education institutions: “UII was chosen as the host for this ceremony because of its strong track record in upholding academic ethics. APJHI has established a dedicated Division of Publication Ethics, particularly as more Indonesian law journals are indexed by Scopus. However, we are also aware of negative international perceptions about some journals. If left unchecked, this could lead to the erosion of academic integrity and damage the reputation of Indonesian legal scholars. Our aim must go beyond indexation; it must focus on elevating academic standards and scholarly recognition on the global stage.”

The event was also attended by prominent figures in legal academia and journal management, including:

  • Bambang Sutiyoso, S.H., M.Hum. (Head of Department, FH UII)
  • Ni’matul Huda, S.H., M.Hum. (Professor of Constitutional Law, FH UII)
  • Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, Ph.D. (Head of Undergraduate Law Program, FH UII & Editor-in-Chief of Prophetic Law Review)
  • Dhiana Puspitasari, S.H., LL.M., Ph.D. (Professor at Universitas Brawijaya & APJHI Board Member)
  • Fajri Matahati Muhammadin, S.H., LL.M., Ph.D. (Legal Academic & Journal Manager at Universitas Gadjah Mada)
  • Nindry Sulistya Widiastiani, S.H., M.H. (FH Atma Jaya Yogyakarta)
  • Setyo Utomo, S.H., M.Hum. (FH Universitas Panca Bhakti)
  • Jufryanto Puluhulawa, S.H., M.H. (Universitas Negeri Gorontalo)
  • Saru Arifin, S.H., LL.M., Ph.D. (FH Universitas Negeri Semarang)

In addition, representatives from Hukum Online and several media outlets were present to the event.

Prof. Dhiana Puspitasari, serving as a Senior Advisor to APJHI, concluded with an insightful reflection: “I strongly support this initiative. Our early goal was to promote the internationalization of Indonesian legal scholarship by encouraging local authors to publish in domestic journals, rather than spending excessively to publish abroad. Over time, however, we’ve encountered new challenges. This Code of Ethics is essential to restore balance and ensure that while we pursue global indexation, we remain committed to academic excellence and integrity.”