INDONESIA
Violations of Human Rights
by sofia ciobanu,giorgia maddalosso,stoppa petra e giulia baron
Human Rights in Indonesia
Like in many countries, there are several rights that are not always fully respected. Some violations happen more often, while others are more serious and affect people’s lives in extreme ways. In our presentation, we will focus on four of the most serious and frequent human rights violations in Indonesia. These are child labor, the death penalty, freedom of press and expression, and human trafficking. We will explain what each of these issues is, how they affect people, and why they are considered serious violations of human rights. By the end of the presentation, we hope you will have a better understanding of the challenges Indonesia faces in protecting human rights, and why it is important to discuss and raise awareness about these problems.
CHILD LABOUR
DETH PENALITY
Violations of Human Rights
HUMAN TRAFFICKING
FREEDOM OF PRESS
Child Labour
Child labour
What it consist of?
Examples
• Agriculture (Palm Oil): This is a major issue because Indonesia is the world's top palm oil producer. • The Fishing Platforms: It’s extremely risky. • Tin & Gold: In places like Bangka-Belitung, minors work in unregulated pits to extract tin, which is often used in our smartphones.
In Indonesia, child labour is often linked to the informal economy. It is not just helping parents.
• Dangerous: Exposure to chemicals and heavy machinery. • Exploitative: Very low pay or no pay at all
Main causes
• Geography: Indonesia is an archipelago of thousands of islands, making it hard for the government to monitor remote areas. • Poverty
Death penality
1. Legal situation
- The death penalty is still legal
- Provided by Indonesian criminal law
- Not abolished despite international pressure
2. Crimes Punished by Death
- Drug trafficking (most common case)
- Terrorism
- Premeditated murder (in some cases)
3. Method of Execution
- The death penalty is carried out by firing squad.
- The prisoner is usually executed in a special location.
- A group of soldiers shoots at the prisoner’s heart.
4. Human Rights Concerns
- Violates the right to life
- Risk of unfair trials
- Limited access to legal assistance
5. International Reaction
- Opposed by organizations like Amnesty International
- Considered a violation of fundamental human rights
- Debate between justice, deterrence, and human dignity
6. Ongoing Debate
- Some believe it ensures justice
- Others believe it violates human dignity
- Continuous discussion inside and outside Indonesia
Freedom of press
Introduction
The story
After abolishing President Suharto's law, in 1998, the country saw a reform with President Habibie.
Restrictions
Freedom of the press is hampered by corruption and in many areas of conflict and ethno-religious tension. Journalists here are extremely limited in their relase of information.
Info
Consequences
The press in Indonesia today enjoys greater freedom, however limitations persist. There are still limiting laws and the big media are controlled by big groups.
Human trafficking
What is human trafficking?
is a clandestine activity that involves the recruitment, transportation, transfer, housing, or reception of pople, through the use of force, for the purpose of exploitation.
some data
How is this crime punished?
how it works?
Victims are exploited in their own countries or abroad for the benefit of traffickers.When border crossings occur, trafficking often occurs from less developed to more developed countries. The majority of victims are trafficked within the borders of their own country or geographical area.
Unfortunately, even when cases reach the courts, the outcome is often unsatisfactory.
Human trafficking is a serious crime in Indonesia, with a maximum sentence of up to fifteen years in prison.
But on average, criminals spend only three years in prison.
Human rights concernes
The death penalty raises serious human rights issues in Indonesia. Many activists argue that it violates the fundamental right to life and human dignity. There are concerns about unfair trials, limited access to proper legal assistance, and the risk of judicial errors. In some cases, prisoners are executed even if new evidence or appeals could prove their innocence. Human rights organizations also highlight that the death penalty disproportionately affects poor and marginalized people, who often cannot afford strong legal representation.
Execution
In Indonesia, executions are carried out by firing squad. They usually take place at night in isolated locations, such as prison facilities on remote islands. Before the execution, the prisoner is informed and given time for a final meeting with family members and religious support. The process follows strict legal procedures, but it remains a very controversial practice..The prisoner can choose to stand or sit. A group of soldiers shoots at the prisoner’s heart. If the person does not die immediately, the commander can order a final shot to ensure death.
causes of human trafficking
It is well known that poverty, gender discrimination, and conflict are some of the main causes of trafficking.
International Reaction
The death penalty in Indonesia has received strong criticism from the international community. Organizations like Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch say it is cruel and violates human rights.Many countries have asked Indonesia to abolish the death penalty and replace it with life imprisonment. Critics also say it is not effective in reducing crime and is sometimes applied unequally, affecting foreigners and poor people more.Some believe the government uses it to fight serious crimes like drug trafficking, but international organizations argue that education, rehabilitation, and fair trials are better solutions.
While democracy is guaranteed, journalists face limitations in reporting sensitive topics. Freedom of speech in Indonesia is therefore still in evolution phase, because laws clash on a pratical political level.
The Indonesian Ministry of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection recorded only 256 reported cases of human trafficking over the past year.
But these numbers, of course, refer only to the cases that are reported. Many organizations, in fact, report that the number of people trapped in human trafficking is vastly higher. Between 80,000 and 100,000 girls and boys are victims of trafficking.Another problem to address is the fact that families often don't report the crime to the authorities. Some don't do so out of shame, others for their own interests.
Why doesn't everyone report crime?
It's not uncommon for these situations to be resolved in exchange for a certain sum of money, so they aren't reported to the authorities.
INDONESIA
Ciobanu, Sofia
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INDONESIA
Violations of Human Rights
by sofia ciobanu,giorgia maddalosso,stoppa petra e giulia baron
Human Rights in Indonesia
Like in many countries, there are several rights that are not always fully respected. Some violations happen more often, while others are more serious and affect people’s lives in extreme ways. In our presentation, we will focus on four of the most serious and frequent human rights violations in Indonesia. These are child labor, the death penalty, freedom of press and expression, and human trafficking. We will explain what each of these issues is, how they affect people, and why they are considered serious violations of human rights. By the end of the presentation, we hope you will have a better understanding of the challenges Indonesia faces in protecting human rights, and why it is important to discuss and raise awareness about these problems.
CHILD LABOUR
DETH PENALITY
Violations of Human Rights
HUMAN TRAFFICKING
FREEDOM OF PRESS
Child Labour
Child labour
What it consist of?
Examples
• Agriculture (Palm Oil): This is a major issue because Indonesia is the world's top palm oil producer. • The Fishing Platforms: It’s extremely risky. • Tin & Gold: In places like Bangka-Belitung, minors work in unregulated pits to extract tin, which is often used in our smartphones.
In Indonesia, child labour is often linked to the informal economy. It is not just helping parents.
• Dangerous: Exposure to chemicals and heavy machinery. • Exploitative: Very low pay or no pay at all
Main causes
• Geography: Indonesia is an archipelago of thousands of islands, making it hard for the government to monitor remote areas. • Poverty
Death penality
1. Legal situation
2. Crimes Punished by Death
3. Method of Execution
4. Human Rights Concerns
5. International Reaction
6. Ongoing Debate
Freedom of press
Introduction
The story
After abolishing President Suharto's law, in 1998, the country saw a reform with President Habibie.
Restrictions
Freedom of the press is hampered by corruption and in many areas of conflict and ethno-religious tension. Journalists here are extremely limited in their relase of information.
Info
Consequences
The press in Indonesia today enjoys greater freedom, however limitations persist. There are still limiting laws and the big media are controlled by big groups.
Human trafficking
What is human trafficking?
is a clandestine activity that involves the recruitment, transportation, transfer, housing, or reception of pople, through the use of force, for the purpose of exploitation.
some data
How is this crime punished?
how it works?
Victims are exploited in their own countries or abroad for the benefit of traffickers.When border crossings occur, trafficking often occurs from less developed to more developed countries. The majority of victims are trafficked within the borders of their own country or geographical area.
Unfortunately, even when cases reach the courts, the outcome is often unsatisfactory. Human trafficking is a serious crime in Indonesia, with a maximum sentence of up to fifteen years in prison. But on average, criminals spend only three years in prison.
Human rights concernes
The death penalty raises serious human rights issues in Indonesia. Many activists argue that it violates the fundamental right to life and human dignity. There are concerns about unfair trials, limited access to proper legal assistance, and the risk of judicial errors. In some cases, prisoners are executed even if new evidence or appeals could prove their innocence. Human rights organizations also highlight that the death penalty disproportionately affects poor and marginalized people, who often cannot afford strong legal representation.
Execution
In Indonesia, executions are carried out by firing squad. They usually take place at night in isolated locations, such as prison facilities on remote islands. Before the execution, the prisoner is informed and given time for a final meeting with family members and religious support. The process follows strict legal procedures, but it remains a very controversial practice..The prisoner can choose to stand or sit. A group of soldiers shoots at the prisoner’s heart. If the person does not die immediately, the commander can order a final shot to ensure death.
causes of human trafficking
It is well known that poverty, gender discrimination, and conflict are some of the main causes of trafficking.
International Reaction
The death penalty in Indonesia has received strong criticism from the international community. Organizations like Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch say it is cruel and violates human rights.Many countries have asked Indonesia to abolish the death penalty and replace it with life imprisonment. Critics also say it is not effective in reducing crime and is sometimes applied unequally, affecting foreigners and poor people more.Some believe the government uses it to fight serious crimes like drug trafficking, but international organizations argue that education, rehabilitation, and fair trials are better solutions.
While democracy is guaranteed, journalists face limitations in reporting sensitive topics. Freedom of speech in Indonesia is therefore still in evolution phase, because laws clash on a pratical political level.
The Indonesian Ministry of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection recorded only 256 reported cases of human trafficking over the past year. But these numbers, of course, refer only to the cases that are reported. Many organizations, in fact, report that the number of people trapped in human trafficking is vastly higher. Between 80,000 and 100,000 girls and boys are victims of trafficking.Another problem to address is the fact that families often don't report the crime to the authorities. Some don't do so out of shame, others for their own interests.
Why doesn't everyone report crime?
It's not uncommon for these situations to be resolved in exchange for a certain sum of money, so they aren't reported to the authorities.