Research on the form and effectiveness of legal protection for women victims of sexual violence in Makassar City is urgently needed to address the prevalent issue, protect the rights and well-being of survivors, enhance access to justice, identify systemic issues, guide policy reforms, and raise awarenessThis study aims to analyze (1) the form of legal protection for women victims of sexual violence in the city of Makassar and (2) the effectiveness of the form of legal protection for women victims of sexual violence in the city of Makassar. The research method used in this research is an empirical research type which is a law which is carried out by examining primary and secondary data, namely data obtained directly from the community through field studies and literature studies. The results of the study show (1) a form of legal protection for women victims of sexual violence in the city of Makassar is provided by fulfilling the victims' rights as stipulated by applicable laws and regulations. The protection in question is the right to handling, protection and recovery which is carried out as well as possible by the Technical Implementation Unit for the Protection of Women and Children in the City of Makassar and LBH APIK Sul-Sel according to the legal rules and code of ethics that have been regulated by the government and (2) Then the effectiveness of legal protection as seen from several factors, namely law enforcement factors, facilities and infrastructure, society and culture that still need improvement so that it can be even better in the future in providing protection for victims of sexual violence.Overall,. This research is essential for developing comprehensive and effective legal protections that promote the safety, well-being, and justice for women survivors of sexual violence in Makassar City.