Unisa Yogyakarta Strengthens Campus Violence Prevention Through the PPKPT Task Force

‘Aisyiyah University (Unisa) Yogyakarta continues to strengthen its commitment to creating a safe and violence-free campus environment. Through the Task Force for the Prevention and Handling of Violence in Higher Education (Satgas PPKPT), various preventive measures and response mechanisms have been systematically put in place.

The head of Unisa Yogyakarta’s Satgas PPKPT, Wantonoro, explained that the task force’s primary duty is to implement preventive measures as well as respond to incidents of alleged violence on campus.

“The primary duty of the Satgas PPKPT is to carry out preventive efforts against acts of violence on campus by raising awareness about the types of violence and the applicable regulations within the Unisa Yogyakarta community. Additionally, the Task Force is responsible for handling reports of suspected violence,” explained Wantonoro on Monday (November 10, 2025).

According to Wantonoro, the reporting mechanisms and follow-up procedures for cases are clearly outlined in Unisa Yogyakarta Rector’s Regulation No. 2/PR-UNISA/Au/VII/2025. “Every report will be processed in accordance with the rector’s regulation. We have a clearly defined resolution process, starting from receiving the report, verifying the data, to providing recommendations to university leadership,” explained Wantonoro.

In carrying out its duties, the Unisa Yogyakarta PPKPT Task Force comprises members from various academic disciplines, including psychology. Task Force members have also undergone training in crisis response and management to ensure they can respond to every report professionally and empathetically.

“We have completed training on crisis management and response. The Task Force team also includes psychologists, so we can provide comprehensive support tailored to the priorities of the issues that arise,” said Wantonoro.

He added that the Task Force also collaborates with the Unisa Yogyakarta Psychology Services Office to provide support for members of the academic community in need of psychological assistance.

Encouraging Victims of Violence to Come Forward

Wantonoro acknowledged that there have been no significant obstacles in the Task Force’s operations. However, he hopes that in cases of suspected violence, victims will have the courage to file reports supported by appropriate evidence and statements.

“So far, there have been no significant obstacles. Our hope is that, in cases of alleged violence, victims will have the courage to provide accurate and honest statements. They can even be accompanied by student organizations if necessary, with clear official documentation and informed consent,” he said.

Regarding privacy, Wantonoro emphasized that the Task Force strictly maintains the confidentiality of the identities of both the complainant and the accused. “If a report is filed, we ensure that the identities of the complainant, the alleged perpetrator, and the chronology of events are properly documented. However, only the Task Force has access to this data. Privacy is guaranteed to be safe and protected in accordance with the ethics of Task Force members,” he asserted.

Although established via a Rector’s Decree (SK), Wantonoro emphasized that the PPKPT Task Force operates independently in carrying out its technical duties. “The Task Force is indeed appointed via a Rector’s Decree, so structurally we coordinate with the rector’s office, but technically, the Task Force operates independently without interference. “The results of our review will be presented in the form of recommendations to the leadership as a basis for decision-making,” Wantonoro concluded.