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Dukungan kepada P3A Lentera Hati

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Dokumentasi pertemuan rutin di dusun oleh P3A Lentera Hati

Oleh Safitri, Wasem Bilial Iqsom, Darmilah

Pada awal terbentuknya organisasi P3A Lentera Hati di Desa Berta tidak serta merta mendapat respon positif. Berbagai upaya koordinasi pun selalu dilakukan dengan terus melakukan pendekatan. Koordinasi dengan Pemerintah Desa Berta merupakan strategi yang harus ditempuh. Hal ini bertujuan agar pemerintah tanggap dan merespon beragam persoalan perempuan dan anak. Berbagai upaya terus dilakukan oleh anggota P3A Lentera Hati dan selalu didampingi oleh Mitra Wacana WRC dengan harapan ada regulasi yang berpihak pada kaum perempuan dan anak di Desa Berta.

Kehadiran organisasi P3A Lentera Hati di tengah-tengah masyarakat dan pemerintah mengalami berbagai macam fase. Namun sesuai dengan visi dan misi P3A Lentera Hati yakni, “Demi terwujudnya masyarakat yang adil, demokratis, pluralis, dan egaliter,” P3A Lentera Hati terus berjuang dengan upaya melakukan berbagai sosialisasi ke sekolah-sekolah dan masyarakat. Satu hal yang membuat P3A Lentera Hati yakin, kesadaran dan kebutuhan informasi akan membuat P3A Lentera Hati diterima oleh Pemerintah Desa Berta.

Akhirnya sekarang Pemerintah Desa Berta memberi peluang dan dukungan kepada P3A Lentera Hati. P3A Lentera Hati diberi fasilitas sebuah gedung kecil. Gedung Kecil tersebut diberi nama “Bilik Konseling dan Taman Belajar Masyarakat (TBM) oleh P3A Lentera Hati. Pemerintah Desa melalui dana desa juga memberikan anggaran kepada P3A Lentera Hati sebesar dua juta rupiah.

Dengan segudang harapan agar keberadaan P3A Lentera Hati benar-benar dapat menjadi seberkas harapan untuk kemajuan kaum perempuan di Desa Berta. P3A Lentera Hati akan berusaha menguatkan kelompoknya untuk terus melakukan berbagai upaya dalam menggerakkan peran aktif kelompok perempuan, termasuk dalam bidang kegiatan ekonomi produktif. Transformasi informasi terus dilakukan, tentunya masih dalam dampingan dan bimbingan Mitra Wacana WRC yang bertugas di Desa Berta.

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Click with Caution: Keeping Indonesian Kids Safe Online

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Author: Sarah Crockett (Intern from Australia)

The world has become increasingly interconnected, with the use of smartphones and the internet skyrocketing globally. Children and young adults in particular are heavy users of social media and are at the forefront of digital usage. This rise in digital engagement has brought with it a host of opportunities, but also significant risks for young users. As children navigate the online world, they are increasingly exposed to dangers such as cyberbullying, online sexual exploitation, and harmful content. Addressing online safety is thus an urgent priority for all countries. However, Indonesian children in particular have a high rate of access to the internet and all of the potential accompanying issues. 
 
According to the 2023 report by Asosiasi Penyelenggara Jasa Internet Indonesia (APJII), over 80% of children aged 10-17 in Indonesia have access to the internet, with the majority engaging through mobile devices. Popular platforms include TikTok, YouTube, WhatsApp, and Instagram, often used without adequate supervision. While internet use can support learning and creativity, it also poses challenges when digital literacy and parental guidance are lacking. Many parents are less, or totally unfamiliar with some or all of these platforms, making it difficult to warn against same of the dangers of online engagement.
 
Children in Indonesia face a range of online risks. Cyberbullying has become prevalent on social media and there is also a risk of online grooming and sexual exploitation. These issues are exacerbated by the anonymity and accessibility of online communication, the ability of individuals to hide their identity emboldens them in their actions. ECPAT Indonesia noted a significant rise in online child sexual exploitation cases during the COVID-19 pandemic. Exposure to harmful content, including pornography, hate speech, and graphic violence, is also widespread and frequently insufficiently regulated. Girls in particular are more at risk of facing online harassment and discrimination.
 
Indonesia has enacted several laws to address online risks, including Law No. 11/2008 on Electronic Information and Transactions and Law No. 35/2014 on Child Protection. While these frameworks provide a foundation for action, enforcement remains inconsistent, and child-specific digital protections are still evolving. The Ministry of Communication and Information (Kominfo) has launched digital literacy campaigns, but their reach and impact vary. Regional disparities and limited teacher training further constrain effective implementation.
 
To address this growing concern, the Indonesian government is preparing stronger safeguards for children on digital platforms. Inspired by recent steps taken by countries like Australia, Indonesia is considering a law that would restrict access to social media for users under the age of 16. The move follows increasing reports of online abuse and growing concerns among parents, educators, and child protection advocates. There has been a mixed response to this proposed safeguard, with some feeling it is overly restrictive and authoritarian while others feel it is a necessary measure to protect the mental health and safety of Indonesia’s children.
 
Kominfo is also working on interim child protection guidelines. These guidelines aim to regulate digital content, enforce stricter age verification mechanisms, and compel social media companies to take greater responsibility for harmful content on their platforms. While some critics worry about overregulation and the potential to limit young people’s access to information, many experts argue that the safety of children must come first. “Digital literacy alone is not enough,” says a child rights activist based in Jakarta. “We need infrastructure, policy, and corporate accountability to protect our children in cyberspace.”
 
There are various strategies that can be utilised to improve the safety of children online. In the home parents can be empowered with tools and knowledge about how to protect their children’s safety online through workshops. Schools can implement digital literacy programs into the curriculum to help children to understand the potential risks. Reporting systems for instances of online abuse can be created and made readily accessible and child-protection laws can also be enhance and updated to reflect the current online landscape.
 
Online safety for children in Indonesia is a pressing concern requiring coordinated action across sectors. With its growing digital youth population, Indonesia is well-positioned to lead regional efforts in child online protection. Prioritizing inclusive, culturally sensitive, and rights-based strategies will help ensure that all children can explore the digital world safely and confidently.
 
References
• APJII. (2023). Penetrasi & Perilaku Pengguna Internet Indonesia.
• ECPAT Indonesia. (2020). Online Child Sexual Exploitation in Indonesia.
• Kominfo. (2023). Digital Literacy Campaigns.
• Raharjo, B. (2022). Digital Parenting in Indonesia: Challenges and Cultural Contexts.
• UNICEF Indonesia. (2021). Digital Literacy for Children and Adolescents in Indonesia.
• UNICEF Office of Research – Innocenti. (2020). Growing Up in a Connected World.
• UNESCO Jakarta. (2019). Safe Internet Use for Indonesian Youth.

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