An interdisciplinary team of UNS lecturers organized the event. The team was initiated by UNS Vice-Rector for Planning, Cooperation, Internationalization, and Information, Prof. Irwan Trinugroho, S.E., M.Sc., Ph.D. Members include:

• Dr. Erna Dyah Kusumawati, S.H., M.Hum., LL.M. (the Faculty of Law)
• Rachma Indriyani, S.H., LL.M., Ph.D. (the Faculty of Law)
• Dewanti Cahyaningsih, S.E., M.Rech. (the Faculty of Economics and Business)
• Likha Sari Anggreni, S.Sos., M.Soc.Sc. (the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP)
• Monika Sri Yuliarti, S.Sos., M.Si. (the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP)
• Representatives from Aston University, including Professor Hannah Bartlett (Lead Applicant) and Claire Richard

This collaborative initiative is a partnership between Aston University, UK, and UNS, Indonesia. The Gender Equality Program (GEP), funded by the British Council, addresses challenges faced by female university graduates entering the workforce. The program promotes gender equality through training, research, and institutional collaboration, supporting women’s empowerment and creating an inclusive educational environment.

The project integrates economic, cultural, and legal approaches to enhance women’s professional participation. The Matching Fund from Kedaireka under the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (Kemenristekdikti) provides additional support.

Research Methodology and Collaboration

The UNS research team employs various methodologies, including interviews, focus group discussions (FGDs), and expert consultations. A comprehensive literature review strengthens their analysis. Respondents include students, alumni, lecturers, administrative staff, and the Career Development Centre at UNS. The team also collaborates with universities in five regions with high gender inequality rates. They were Maluku, Central Kalimantan, Jambi, Papua, and Mataram.

Key Outcomes and Future Plans

“As a result of this project, we will publish a report. It will focus on the challenges female students face in employment and entrepreneurship in the short term. Additionally, we will develop educational resources for students and staff, followed by a written publication assessing their impact (medium-term). A dedicated website will also be launched to share these resources with universities in Indonesia and the UK. This will foster ongoing collaboration and best practice sharing,” Dr. Erna said.

Since late 2023, the team has proposed several recommendations. One recommendation is to integrate gender equality topics into university curricula. Others include revitalizing gender equality mainstreaming across academic communities and providing specialized training for graduates entering the job market.

Professor Hannah Bartlett, Lead Applicant from Aston University, expressed her enthusiasm. “I am honored to be part of this seminar. It is a privilege to conduct research alongside the UNS team in the Gender Equality Program. I hope the website we initiated will positively impact students and the wider community,” she said.

The seminar featured guest speaker Rahayu Purwaningsih, Director of Solidaritas Perempuan untuk Kemanusiaan dan Hak Asasi Manusia (SpekHAM) Surakarta. The event attracted 300 attendees, including representatives from Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta (UMS) and Universitas Jenderal Soedirman. It also included from Universitas Slamet Riyadi, and UHN Sugriwa.

Representing the UNS Rector, Prof. Dr. I Gusti Ayu Ketut Rachmi Handayani, S.H., M.M., delivered a speech. She serves as the Head of the Institute of Research and Community Service (LPPM) UNS. She congratulated the team on their research achievements and successful event organization.

As part of the seminar, the team introduced a research-based website accessible to the public. The Sherises Project website can be visited at https://sherises-project.org.

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The theme, “The Role of Nusantara Kingdoms in Welcoming Indonesia Emas 2045,” was chosen as the central focus of the discussion. The forum was attended by UNS Vice Rector for Academic and Research Affairs, Prof. Dr. Fitria Rahmawati, S.Si., M.Si.; Chairman of MAKN, Dr. KPH Eddy Wirabhumi, S.H., M.M.; Pangageng Sasono Wilopo, GKR Dra. Wandansari Koes Moertiyah, M.Pd.; and several royal representatives. The main agenda of the event was divided into two sessions: a seminar and the Musyawarah Agung (General Assembly).

The seminar featured prominent speakers, including Slameto Dwi Maryono, S.H., M.H., Special Advisor to the Minister of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning (ATR)/National Land Agency (BPN) on Agrarian Law and Indigenous Communities; PYM Edward Syah Pernong from the Skala Brak Kingdom of Lampung; Prof. K.P. Sahid Hadinagoro, M.Hum., Ph.D., Cultural Guardian of the Karaton Kasunanan Surakarta; Prof. Dr. Warto, M.Hum., Professor at FIB UNS; and KRT Djuyamto Rekso Pradoto, S.H., M.H., a cultural observer and alumnus of UNS. The seminar was moderated by Prof. Dr. Sunny Ummul Firdaus, S.H., M.H., Professor at the Faculty of Law (FH) UNS.

In her opening remarks, Prof. Fitria emphasized the importance of the existence and role of kingdoms as contributors to the idea of Indonesian unity. She highlighted the kingdoms’ role as cultural forces that actively serve as social, symbolic, and cultural capital to support government programs and efforts toward the success of Indonesia Emas 2045.

“We firmly believe that these roles and contributions can be carried out by the kingdoms in Nusantara, which have deeply rooted cultural traditions and strong social unity with their surrounding communities,” Prof. Fitria said.

Dr. KPH Eddy Wirabhumi, Chairman of MAKN, described the seminar as a timely occasion to discuss the role of Nusantara kingdoms in contributing to Indonesia’s development. He emphasized the importance of ongoing collaboration with the government to realize justice, prosperity, and welfare. He also expressed his appreciation to UNS for its contribution and partnership in hosting the event, noting that universities play a crucial role in preserving and advancing cultural heritage.

The main session of the seminar explored various topics under the chosen theme. Slameto Dwi Martono from the Ministry of ATR/BPN presented on “Registration of Customary Land and State Land within the National Land Law System.” Prof. Sahid, in his capacity as the Cultural Guardian of the Karaton Kasunanan Surakarta, delivered a talk on “Nusantara Kingdoms: The Silent Strength.” Prof. Warto, representing the academic community, discussed “The Role of Nusantara Kingdoms in Welcoming Indonesia Emas 2045 from a Historical Perspective.”

Echoing Prof. Warto, PYM Edward Syah Pernong and KRT Djuyamto Rekso Pradoto also provided insights from the MAKN and cultural perspectives, respectively. The seminar concluded with a discussion and a question-and-answer session, followed by the Musyawarah Agung MAKN.

This event underscores the UNS’s commitment to achieving Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 17: Partnerships for the Goals, by fostering collaboration between academic institutions, cultural stakeholders, and government agencies.

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