Legal Analysis of Challenges and Obstacles to Implementing Policies for Preventing and Handling Sexual Violence in Higher Education

Abstract

Universities must provide an environment that is safe, inclusive, and free from all forms of violence. Unfortunately, reality shows that sexual violence also occurs in the tertiary environment. Therefore, the problem is the factors that influence the effectiveness of the Policy for Preventing and Handling Sexual Violence in Higher Education and legal approaches and strategies in overcoming obstacles to implementing the Policy for Preventing and Handling Sexual Violence (PPKS) in the tertiary environment. The aim of this research is to explore and analyze the challenges and obstacles that arise in the PPKS Policy in the higher education environment. The research method used is normative legal research, which will be supported by empirical data. This research uses literature study and document analysis. The research results found that factors influencing the effectiveness of the PPKS Policy in Higher Education include: clear policies and regulations and the application of appropriate and effective sanctions. Then the legal approach and strategy in overcoming obstacles to implementing the PPKS Policy in the Higher Education Environment using a criminal law approach and an administrative law approach. Strategies that can be implemented include reviewing and mapping situations that have the potential for violent acts, identifying factors that trigger sexual violence in the tertiary environment; increasing community awareness and involvement regarding sexual violence; as well as improving the implementation of PPKS policies through training and human resource development, as well as improving the quality of services for victims of sexual violence.