Abstract:The discourse on casino legalization in Indonesia arises as a response to the widespread illegal gambling that remains difficult to eradicate despite being prohibited under the Criminal Code (KUHP), Law No. 7 of 1974, and…
d the Electronic Information and Transactions Law (ITE). The gap between legal norms (das sollen) and social reality (das sein) shows that prohibition alone has not been effective. This research uses a qualitative method with a normative juridical approach based on legislation and a comparative approach, particularly examining Malaysia and Singapore, which have successfully managed casinos through strict regulations. The findings indicate that casino legalization in Indonesia could serve as an alternative fiscal policy, provided that clear regulations are established, ensuring economic benefits such as increased state revenue and effective control over illegal gambling, without undermining national morals and values.
Abstract:Justice collaborators, or "crown witnesses," have become essential in modern criminal justice systems, particularly in dismantling organized crime and uncovering complex murder cases. This study explores the legal protections…
tions afforded to justice collaborators in Indonesia through a doctrinal analysis of the Supreme Court Decision No. 1704 K/PID.SUS/2022, commonly known as the Richard Eliezer verdict. The objective is to critically examine the adequacy and application of legal safeguards provided to individuals who cooperate with law enforcement while implicated in serious crimes. Employing normative legal research methods and a statutory and case approach, the paper reveals discrepancies in the implementation of protections for justice collaborators. While the Indonesian Witness and Victim Protection Agency (LPSK) offers procedural protections, this analysis identifies significant gaps in enforcement, judicial interpretation, and institutional coordination. The findings underscore a need for stronger legislative frameworks and consistent judicial standards to uphold the rights and safety of justice collaborators. The implications extend to criminal law reform and the balancing of retributive justice with restorative mechanisms. This study contributes to the legal discourse on human rights protections in criminal procedure, particularly concerning vulnerable individuals assisting the justice system under duress or threat.
Abstract:Penelitian ini menganalisis gaya komunikasi pejabat publik dalam merespons krisis politik dan sosial yang terjadi pada 29–31 Agustus 2025 di Indonesia, ketika aksi demonstrasi besar-besaran pecah akibat kontroversi kenaikan…
aikan tunjangan DPR dan menimbulkan eskalasi berupa kerusuhan, penyerbuan gedung DPRD, serta pembakaran fasilitas publik. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengidentifikasi gaya komunikasi pejabat—baik defensif, teknokratis, maupun akomodatif—serta mengkaji dampaknya terhadap persepsi publik dan mobilisasi aksi massa. Penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif dengan metode analisis wacana kritis (Critical Discourse Analysis), berdasarkan pernyataan pejabat di media, konferensi pers, dan unggahan media sosial, yang kemudian dipadukan dengan respons publik melalui media digital. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa gaya komunikasi defensif dan teknokratis memperparah ketidakpercayaan publik, sementara respons akomodatif pemerintah datang terlambat dan gagal meredam eskalasi. Media sosial terbukti memainkan peran strategis sebagai arena counter-narrative yang mempercepat delegitimasi komunikasi elit, dengan memobilisasi solidaritas digital menjadi aksi nyata di jalanan. Nilai kebaruan penelitian ini terletak pada analisis integratif antara gaya komunikasi pejabat, dinamika digital, dan eskalasi demonstrasi kontemporer. Implikasi penelitian menunjukkan perlunya model komunikasi pejabat publik yang lebih transparan, empatik, dan partisipatif dalam menghadapi krisis demi menjaga legitimasi politik dan stabilitas sosial.
Abstract:This study investigates the communicative practices of youth volunteers involved in Surabaya’s Kelurahan Bersinar anti-drug initiative, highlighting the role of grassroots messaging in shaping public health discourse. Grounded…
Grounded in framing theory, narrative theory, and social capital theory, the research explores how volunteers construct persuasive anti-drug messages through culturally rooted storytelling, emotional framing, and symbolic communication. Using a qualitative case study approach, data were gathered through interviews, focus groups, observations, and campaign materials with 18 youth volunteers. The findings reveal that volunteers effectively used personal experiences and local narratives to foster trust and collective identity, transforming individual challenges into shared stories of hope and resistance. Emotional strategies, such as gain-framed and fear-based appeals, were deliberately crafted to trigger empathy and promote behavioral change. Volunteers also capitalized on their deep integration within community networks to enhance message credibility and reach, cultivating both bonding and bridging social capital. The study challenges top-down approaches in health campaigns, illustrating the power of peer-led, culturally resonant communication. It contributes a layered communication model for grassroots health advocacy and underscores the transformative impact of narrative-driven volunteer engagement. The study recommends integrating cultural framing in training programs and exploring digital channels to scale grassroots messaging in future research.
Abstract: Derived from Halliday's systematic functional linguistics, register analysis is useful not only for discourse analysis but also for planning linguistically effective advertising. Register analysis takes into account…
count cultural context, situational context, including field, tenor and form, and human interpretation of text meaning. With this method, assuming that language is an embodiment of a social process, advertising can be designed according to the social reality of the target market. Keywords: register analysis, context of culture, context of situation
Abstract:This study explores the recontextualization of Farid Esack's liberation theology in addressing the challenges of VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, Ambiguity) in the 21st century. Esack, a progressive Muslim theologian,…
logian, focuses on social justice, pluralism, and advocacy for the oppressed as a response to global uncertainties arising from economic instability, political conflict, and environmental crises. The research employs critical discourse analysis to examine how Esack's interpretation can provide a critical framework for Muslims to respond to the changing times full of uncertainty. The findings reveal that Esack's liberation theology offers an inclusive foundation for building global solidarity across religions and nations, emphasizing principles of social justice and equality. Esack's approach also promotes flexibility in religious interpretation, which is crucial in facing moral ambiguities and socio-political complexities in the modern era. This study aims to contribute to the development of a more contextual and responsive Islamic interpretation that addresses global challenges.
Abstract:Financial independence remains a critical challenge for Islamic educational institutions, primarily due to their persistent reliance on external funding sources. Such dependency not only undermines financial stability but…
t also constrains institutional autonomy and long-term sustainability. This article aims to conceptually examine pathways toward financial independence in Islamic educational institutions through a zero capital approach. Employing a qualitative library research design, this study critically analyzes scholarly books and peer-reviewed journal articles related to Islamic education management, social entrepreneurship, and non-profit organizational governance. The findings reveal that financial independence is not solely determined by the availability of financial capital, but rather by the institution’s capacity to optimize non-financial assets, including social capital, intellectual capital, and symbolic capital. The zero capital approach emerges as a transitional strategy that encourages the effective utilization of internal resources, competency-based productive innovation, and operational efficiency through digitalization. The novelty of this article lies in repositioning financial independence as a structural, asset-based process aligned with Islamic values, rather than as an instant outcome driven by monetary capital. This study contributes to the advancement of Islamic education management discourse and offers strategic insights for institutional leaders seeking sustainable financial independence under resource constraints.
Abstract:Discourse on constitutionalism often emphasizes the existence of a written constitution as the foundation of democratic governance. Yet, constitutionalism is not merely about the text but it is about the lived practices…
that give substance to constitutional ideals. This article interrogates the extent to which participation moves beyond symbolic consultation to become a substantive mechanism that embodies constitutionalism in practice. The central research question is how can meaningful public participation be conceptualized and operationalized as the essence of constitutionalism in legislative processes? It examines constitutional provisions, statutory frameworks, and judicial interpretations in selected jurisdictions. The analysis is enriched by theoretical frameworks of deliberative democracy and participatory constitutionalism, which highlight the normative value of inclusivity, transparency, and accountability in law making. The article concludes that embedding meaningful public participation transforms law-making from a formal exercise of authority into a constitutional practice that legitimizes governance, strengthens democracy.
Abstract:Sharia insurance in Indonesia is growing, because along with the increasingly complex disputes between parties, which cannot be avoided between Islamic insurance companies and policyholders, this is even though both of them…
hem help and protect each other. The problem is regarding the legal basis for sharia insurance dispute resolution which is still scattered in several laws and regulations. This has become a discourse and issue of legal norms for sharia arbitration as an option for sharia insurance dispute resolution, and so far the resolution of sharia insurance disputes through sharia arbitration is regulated by Supreme Court Regulation Number 14 of 2016. The research method used is descriptive normative. The research method used is descriptive normative by analyzing regulations laws governing sharia dispute resolution. The results of this study explain that state policy in managing sharia insurance disputes is still a discourse, so that constitutional authority still uses Article 58 of Law no. 48 of 2009 concerning Judicial Power. Therefore, it is necessary to amend Law No. 30 of 1999, specifically regarding the article regarding the District Court, which must be supplemented by the Religious Courts and procedures for resolving disputes through sharia arbitration.
Abstract:This article examines gender identity within a metaphysical framework by exploring the tension between essentialist and social constructivist paradigms. The core issue addressed in this research is the absence of a conceptual…
ptual framework capable of reconciling these two traditionally opposing approaches. Essentialism regards gender as a fixed, inherent attribute, whereas constructivism emphasizes that gender is shaped by social and cultural practices. The aim of this study is to formulate a hybrid metaphysical model that integrates both perspectives through dialectical synthesis. The methodology employed involves a philosophical literature review with thematic analysis of works published within the last five years. Findings reveal that a relationally grounded hybrid model successfully merges the strengths of both paradigms, offering a more inclusive and applicable approach for social policy development. This model is viewed as critical for advancing academic discourse while also providing a robust philosophical foundation for the recognition and protection of gender diversity in contemporary society.