Yogyakarta, June 5, 2025 – Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), through the Directorate of Human Resources, has strengthened its commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful academic environment by organizing the Sexual Violence Prevention Training for lecturers, educational staff, and the general public. Conducted on May 26–27 and June 5, 2025, the training combined self-paced learning via the UGM Online MOOC platform with interactive discussion sessions on Zoom, drawing 212 participants from both within and beyond the university.
This initiative reflects UGM’s proactive stance in responding to the urgent need for awareness, prevention, and handling of sexual violence in higher education institutions. The program aimed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to recognize, prevent, and respond appropriately to sexual violence, ensuring that UGM continues to foster a safe campus ecosystem for all.
Diverse Participation Across Communities
The training was notable for its inclusivity, welcoming participants from across backgrounds and generations. Of the 212 participants, 52% were women and 48% men. The largest age groups were 41–50 years (34%) and over 51 years (25%), followed by those aged 31–40 years (22%) and 20–30 years (18%).
In terms of education, most participants held Bachelor’s degrees (35.9%), followed by senior high school graduates (30.6%), Diploma holders (17.2%), and others with Master’s, Doctoral, and professional qualifications. Professionally, 93% were educational staff, while 7% were lecturers, with most being UGM employees (61.3%) alongside civil servants (36.8%) and a few participants from external institutions such as ISI Surakarta and Sekolah Tinggi Teknologi Kedirgantaraan.
Strong Curriculum and Expert Facilitation
The training was facilitated by Sri Wiyanti Eddyono, S.H., LL.M.(HR), Ph.D., a distinguished expert in law and human rights, whose sessions were highly praised for their clarity, depth, and sensitivity. Evaluation results showed that 87% of participants gave the highest rating for her delivery, emphasizing her ability to present complex and sensitive issues in an accessible and engaging way.
Participants described the training as “very useful,” “eye-opening,” and “relevant to the campus context.” One respondent shared, “This training really boosted my confidence in knowing what to do if faced with cases of sexual violence.” Another praised the facilitators as “professional, patient, and accommodating.”
Effective Use of MOOC and Online Platforms
The integration of MOOC UGM Online with interactive Zoom sessions proved to be a successful learning model. Over 75% of participants gave the highest ratings for platform usability, navigation, and flexibility, noting that the self-paced modules, complemented by videos, quizzes, and discussions, made the learning experience more dynamic and effective.
One participant wrote, “MOOC UGM made it very easy for us to arrange our own study schedule. Thank you for this accessible format.” Another emphasized that the combination of online modules and live discussions enriched their understanding and kept them engaged.
High Satisfaction with Organization and Implementation
The evaluation highlighted strong satisfaction across all dimensions. Nearly 80% gave the highest ratings for the committee’s professionalism, praising the organizers for being responsive, informative, and courteous. The curriculum and schedule were also well-received, with over 75% stating that the materials were systematic, relevant, and appropriately timed.
Participants expressed enthusiasm for the continuation and expansion of such programs, urging that “trainings like this should be held regularly for the entire academic community” and that they should cover broader issues related to well-being, gender equality, and workplace ethics.
Looking Forward: Sustaining a Culture of Safety
Overall, the Sexual Violence Prevention Training successfully met its objectives, with 87.5% of participants rating the program with the highest score. The overwhelmingly positive response demonstrates the importance of this initiative in shaping a more aware, resilient, and proactive academic community.
By embedding such training into its human resource development agenda, UGM is not only responding to national and institutional mandates but also setting a standard for higher education institutions in Indonesia. Moving forward, the university plans to sustain and expand similar initiatives to ensure that every member of its community can thrive in an environment free from harassment and violence.
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(HR/Rista)
