Bayangsari Wedhatami
Universitas Negeri Semarang

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Freedom of Expression in the Digital Age: A Study of Social Media Censorship and Human Rights in Indonesia Windiahsari Windiahsari; Bayangsari Wedhatami; Varun Chhachhar
Contemporary Issues on Indonesian Human Rights Law and Policy Vol. 1 No. 4 (2024): October, 2024
Publisher : COLLEGIUM JUSTICIA INDONESIA

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This paper explores the relationship between freedom of expression and the regulation of social media platforms in Indonesia, particularly within the context of government efforts to control online content. As the digital space becomes a significant arena for public discourse, Indonesia has increasingly imposed laws regulating social media, often citing national security, public order, and the prevention of disinformation. This paper examines the impact of these regulatory practices on human rights, focusing on censorship, online surveillance, and the potential stifling of political dissent. Drawing on legal texts, case studies, and interviews with activists, legal experts, and social media users, the paper analyzes how digital censorship is implemented and its implications for the exercise of free speech. The research highlights the tension between maintaining public order and ensuring the protection of fundamental freedoms, specifically freedom of expression. The study also evaluates the role of international human rights standards, such as the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR), in framing Indonesia’s approach to digital censorship. The paper concludes by proposing recommendations for balancing state interests with the protection of digital rights, emphasizing the need for transparent regulations that align with democratic principles and human rights protections.