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Gender Minority Rights and Legal Protection of the LGBTQ+ Community in Indonesia: Challenges and Opportunities Surya Adiguna; Shella Putri Bagaskara
Indonesian Minority Justice Review Vol. 2 No. 4 (2025): October, 2025
Publisher : COLLEGIUM JUSTICIA INDONESIA

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.65815/be761y05

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The LGBTQ+ community in Indonesia faces unique legal and social challenges, reflecting broader tensions between cultural norms, religious beliefs, and human rights obligations. This study investigates the status of gender minorities in urban and rural settings, focusing on access to legal protection, social acceptance, and public policy interventions. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with LGBTQ+ activists, legal practitioners, and affected community members, supplemented by analysis of Indonesian laws and court decisions. The research finds that while certain legal mechanisms exist to prevent discrimination, societal stigma and inconsistent enforcement undermine their effectiveness. By comparing Indonesia’s experiences with international standards on minority rights protection, the paper highlights strategies to strengthen advocacy, enhance community resilience, and foster inclusive governance. The study contributes to the global understanding of LGBTQ+ minority justice in contexts where cultural and religious sensitivities heavily influence legal and social outcomes.
Co-Authors Shella Putri Bagaskara