<![CDATA[This study aims to describe the actualization of Pancasila Democracy values in the lives of cadets at the Indonesian Correctional Polytechnic (Politeknik Pengayoman Indonesia/Poltekpin). Pancasila Democracy is implemented through the values of popular sovereignty, deliberation, social justice, participation, the protection of human rights, the prevention of oligarchy, the balance between freedom and justice, and sustainable development, all of which are reflected in the daily lives of cadets within the official higher education environment. This study employs a normative legal research method using a qualitative approach through a literature review of various academic sources and institutional policies, including legislation, scientific journals, books, and official documents relevant to the research topic. The findings indicate that the values of Pancasila Democracy are actualized in the lives of cadets through deliberative decision-making, fair disciplinary practices, respect for differences of opinion, active participation in cadet organizations, and social activities that foster a spirit of togetherness. This actualization is reflected in the cadet organizational system, leadership selection mechanisms, character-building programs, and social interactions that promote deliberation, responsibility, solidarity, and democratic leadership. This study confirms that Pancasila Democracy has been meaningfully actualized in the lives of Poltekpin cadets. However, its implementation still needs to be strengthened through the optimization of Pancasila-based character education, the development of more participatory and well-structured deliberative forums, democratic leadership education, and the integration of Pancasila-based digital literacy into the character education curriculum in order to develop cadets who are democratic, responsible, socially just, and committed to upholding human rights.]]>
