Politap Holds Socialization on the Prevention and Handling of Violence in Higher Education

Ketapang, 19 September 2025 – Politeknik Negeri Ketapang (Ketapang State Polytechnic) held a Socialization on the Prevention and Handling of Violence in Higher Education (PPKPT) as a follow-up to the implementation of Permendikbudristek Number 55 of 2024. The event took place in the Politap Directorate Hall, 2nd Floor, on Friday (19/9) starting at 07:30 AM WIB.

The event opened with the singing of the national anthem Indonesia Raya, welcoming remarks by Politap Director Irianto SP, S.ST., M.MA, and a joint prayer. On this occasion, Politap reaffirmed its commitment to creating a campus environment that is safe, comfortable, and free from all forms of violence.

“Politap is fully committed to creating a healthy and dignified campus climate. Through this socialization, we want to emphasize that all forms of violence have no place in the academic environment,” stressed Director of Politap, Irianto SP, S.ST., M.MA.

The socialization material was presented by the Head of the Politap PPKPT Task Force, Isye Selvianti, S.H., M.AP, who explained in detail the regulations and mechanisms for preventing and handling cases of violence in higher education in accordance with the latest regulations. The participants, consisting of all Politap staff, were also given the opportunity to discuss and deepen their understanding regarding the implementation of the policy.

She also emphasized that preventive measures must go hand in hand with handling. “Prevention is key. With good understanding, every member of the campus community can play an active role in maintaining a safe, respectful environment free from violence,” she said.

This socialization was attended directly by all Politap employees in the hall, as well as more than 500 new students who joined online via Zoom Meeting. The session was interactive, with participants enthusiastically asking questions and discussing efforts to prevent and handle violence cases in higher education.

As a concrete form of commitment, the event concluded with the signing of an Integrity Pact by all participants. This marks a collective step by the Politap academic community in supporting the creation of a healthy, ethical campus climate that upholds human values.

Through this socialization, it is hoped that the entire Politap academic community will become increasingly sensitive to violence issues and actively participate in prevention and handling efforts. (Finn)