The Urgency of the Indigenous Peoples Bill: Developing a Legal Framework for the Protection of Environmental Activists in Indonesia
(1) Warmadewa University Bali
(2) Indragiri Islamic University
(3) Meranti Institute of Technology and Science
(4) Indragiri Islamic University
(5) Indragiri Islamic University
(6) Research Center, Indonesian Young Scholars and Researchers (CITA), Medan, Indonesia
(*) Corresponding Author
Abstract
Environmental activists and indigenous communities in Indonesia face significant challenges, including criminalization and repression, due to inadequate legal protections. This issue is intensified by a legal framework that does not safeguard their rights, fostering a culture of fear surrounding environmental activism. High-profile cases, such as those of Daniel Frits Tangkilisan and Jasmin, highlight the urgent need for stronger legal safeguards. This research aims to underscore the necessity of ratifying the Indigenous Peoples Bill to protect the human rights of environmental activists and indigenous communities. The study will demonstrate how this legal framework can promote equitable protection and environmental sustainability, thereby ensuring justice in law enforcement. The analysis is limited to selected cases that illustrate broader systemic issues and does not encompass all forms of repression faced by activists and indigenous peoples. Findings reveal a pattern of legal intimidation and criminalization against activists opposing environmentally harmful practices. Notable cases show how accusations of defamation and subversion are used to silence dissent. The lack of a protective legal framework allows industrial interests to override human rights. Ratifying the Indigenous Peoples Bill could transform environmental justice in Indonesia by empowering indigenous communities and activists, enabling more inclusive decision-making regarding resource use and conservation. This research identifies a gap in legal protections for environmental defenders in Indonesia, emphasizing the need for legislation that recognizes indigenous rights. The novelty lies in connecting specific repression cases to the absence of comprehensive legal safeguards, advocating for the Indigenous Peoples Bill as crucial for enhancing human rights and environmental justice.The ratification of the Indigenous Peoples Bill is essential not only legally but also as a critical step toward safeguarding human rights and promoting environmental sustainability in Indonesia. Establishing a clear legal framework could mitigate conflicts between communities and industries and protect those who oppose environmental degradation.
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