Human-Machine Symbiosis: AI and the Future of Educational Leadership

We are delighted to invite you to our AIFIS-FoE UIII Education and Society Lecture Series featuring Khalid Arar, PhD. (Professor in the Education and Community Leadership, School Improvement Doctoral Program at Texas State University), who will speak on the topic: “Human-Machine Symbiosis: AI and the Future of Educational Leadership”.

Speaker: Prof. Khalid Arar, PhD. – Professor Khalid H. Arar is a distinguished scholar in educational leadership and policy, currently serving as a professor in the Education and Community Leadership, School Improvement Doctoral Program at Texas State University. His research focuses on social justice, equity, and diversity within K-12 and higher education, with a particular emphasis on refugee education. Over the past two decades, Prof. Arar has conducted studies across the Middle East, Europe, and North America, contributing significantly to the field through numerous publications in leading educational journals. He has authored and edited several books, including School Leadership for Refugees, which received Routledge’s prestigious Choice Outstanding Academic Title in 2021. In recognition of his contributions, he was awarded the title of Honorary Professor of International Studies at Texas State University and received the AERA Division An Excellence in Research Award in 2023. Prof. Arar also serves on the editorial boards of multiple scholarly journals and is the editor-in-chief of Leadership and Policy in Schools.

Day/Date: Tuesday/December 23, 2024

Time: 09.00-10.30 (Jakarta Time)

Zoom Link:

bit.ly/LunchTalkEdu36 (Password: education)

“Funding for this activity is provided by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State through a grant from the Council of American Overseas Research Centers.”

The 360° Animation Video of Rara Janitra

𝐔𝐏𝐉 𝐋𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐖𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐈𝐅𝐈𝐒 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝟑𝟔𝟎° 𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐤𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐞


Universitas Pembangunan Jaya (UPJ) is proud to announce that three of its accomplished lecturers—Clara Evi C. Citraningtyas, Ph.D., Desi Dwi Kristanto, M.Ds., and Slamet Budiharjo, M.A.—have received a prestigious international award, the AIFIS (American Institute for Indonesian Studies) 2024 Grant for their innovative project, The 360° Animation Video of Rara Janitra. This creative adaptation reimagines the traditional Indonesian folktale Rara Jonggrang to reflect contemporary values, such as gender equality and collaboration into its narrative. The Rara Janitra animation is based on a story written by Clara Evi C. Citraningtyas, originally published in 2015 under the same title.

Folktales play a crucial role in informing, instructing, and preparing people to become valuable members of society. However, as societies evolve, many folktales remain unchanged, including a significant number in Indonesia. While many of these stories provide meaningful lessons, others contain dated or even non-productive teachings. The Rara Janitra project addresses this concern by offering a modern retelling of Rara Jonggrang that aligns with today's values while maintaining cultural integrity.

“Folktales should grow with society. Rewriting them and presenting them through modern media ensures they remain relevant and significant, appealing to modern audiences,” said Dr. Citraningtyas.

Created in collaboration with UPJ students, Rara Janitra is presented in English and designed to engage local and global audiences. It utilizes cutting-edge 360° technology to provide an immersive storytelling experience.

A special launch and public screening of Rara Janitra will be held on December 13, 2024, at Theater 1, UPJ Campus. Over 100 attendees are expected, with VR headsets provided for a captivating viewing experience.

The animation will also be uploaded to YouTube to reach broader audiences, inspiring discussions on gender equality, collaboration, and cultural renewal. The project exemplifies how rewriting folktales ensures they evolve with the times, preserving their significance for future generations.


Fluidity of Gender through Embodiment: Rianto and Lengger Lanang

Rianto, lengger lanang dancer from Banyumas, Central Java, will give a short lecture, demonstration, and workshop on lengger lanang, a traditional cross-gender dance form from Banyumas. The dance form is traditionally performed as part of fertility rites and harvest celebration in villages in Banyumas’s cultural contexts. Rianto, one of the most prominent dancers of lengger lanang today, performs extensively around the world, and passes down the art form to younger generations in Indonesia. Rianto’s life story inspired the film, Memories of My Body, by Indonesian filmmaker, Garin Nuguroho. The film has received both praise and criticism, the latter mainly from Indonesians for its exploration of LGBTQ topics, resulting in the film being banned in several major cities in the nation. Rianto, joined by Maho Ishiguro, assistant professor of ethnomusicology, will briefly discuss his activisms in reviving the tradition of lengger lanang and making the space for the younger generation of cross-gender dancers in a nation critical of LGBTQ+ communities in an increasingly conservative religious climate. 

This program is offered as part of a series "Fluid Gender through Embodiment: Rianto and Lengger Lanang," the full list of programs includes: 

Rialto and Lender Lanang: Belonging and Community Justice
Monday, November 18 | 5:30 p.m.
Cox Hall, Level Three 

Workshop & Discussion 
Wednesday, November 20 | 6 p.m.
Michael C. Carlos Museum
Ackerman Hall, Level Three 

Dance and Gamelan Performance 
Saturday, November 23 | 3 p.m. 
Cannon Chapel

"Fluidity of Gender through Embodiment: Rianto and Lengger Lanang" is organized by Asian Arts at Emory, with support from American Institute for Indonesian Studies. 

Programs are free and open to the public. 

MASYARAKAT SIPIL SETARA GENDER: Meneropong Ornop Perempuan Indonesia Pasca-Reformasi

AIFIS in collaboration with BRIN Political Research Center, invites you to attend a book launch and discussion of "Masyarakat Sipil Setara Gender: Meneropong Ornop Perempuan Indonesia Pasca-Reformasi," (Civil Society Gender Equality: Observing Indonesian Women’s Non Governmental Organizations After Reformation) published by Kompas.

Zoom link: s.id/ornop.

Zoom Meeting ID: 939 9779 1310.

Passcode: ornop

Watch live on YouTube at BRIN Political Research Center.

Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) managed by women have made significant contributions to advancing gender equality across civil society, such as increasing participation in politics and decreasing instances of gender-based violence. However, a number of impediments continue to stall this progress, including women’s underrepresentation in leadership roles, limited access to NGO funding, and minimal influence of NGO advocacy adopted within gender policies at the local and national levels. A deeper understanding of the important role of women’s NGOs in advocating for women’s rights and gender equality is of great urgency to shaping a more equal and inclusive future for all. Join us for a book discussion of research and case studies about women changemakers across Indonesia.

Symposium: Papua and Decolonizing Anthropology in Indonesia (Papua dan Dekolonisasi Antropologi di Indonesia)

Symposium: Papua and Decolonizing Anthropology in Indonesia

Please join us this Thursday, October 24, 2024 at Universitas Indonesia campus for an important symposium exploring the push for decolonizing anthropology in Indonesia. This event will examine the colonial legacy of the discipline while envision a new direction by looking thru Papuan history and society.

The symposium is jointly organized by University of Indonesia and University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA, Department of Anthropology. The event is also supported by the American Institute for Indonesian Studies (AIFIS).  For registration and confirmation of your attendance please fill the following registration at the following link: https://bit.ly/SIMPOANTROP24

Gamelan Tunas Mekar with "Padayon" FACC Cultural Performance Group

For the third year in a row, Gamelan Tunas Mekar will headline a performance as part of Levitt Pavilion Denver's Free Concert Series. On Sunday, September 22, 2024, Gamelan Tunas Mekar will partner with the Filipino-American Community of Colorado to present a performance of music and dance from Southeast Asia.
This performance is a part of Levitt Pavilion Denver's Free Concert Series: all free series shows are all-ages and they vet and book artists based on artistic merit. For our third time participating in the free concert series, we hope to curate a show and experience that highlights Southeast Asian performance and the arts in the Denver metro area. As part of this event, our intention is to partner with Balinese dancers here in the US, and to bring them to Colorado to perform on Levitt's open-air stage with our ensemble.

This performance will take place on September 22, 2024 at Levitt Pavilion Denver.
All Ages | Rain or Shine
Doors Open: 4:00 PM | Show Start: 5:00 PM
For FREE shows, RSVP is encouraged but walk up entrance is permitted up to venue capacity.
Please review our Rules & Regulations and enjoy these concerts under the stars with your friends and neighbors!

Bencoolen Public Lecture

AIFIS, in partnership with the Faculty of Law at Universitas Bengkulu, cordially invites you to the 2024 Bencoolen International Public Lecturer event. Prof. Christie S. Warren, director of the Center for Comparative Legal Studies and Post-Conflict Peacebuilding at William & Mary Law School, will be speaking on comparative judiciary power in examining the abusive judicial review phenomenon through the lenses of both the American and Indonesian legal systems.
The event is Free and open to public!

Funding for this activity is provided by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State through a grant from the Council of American Overseas Research Centers (CAORC) @caorc_council that is channeled via AIFIS as member of CAORC.

Relevansi Pendidikan Transformatif Hari Ini

AIFIS Executive Director, Dr. Megan Hewitt will join the Kolektif Hysteria for a public talk on "Relevansi Pendidikan Transformatif Hari Ini" Friday, July 19, 2024, free and open to the public!

Pendidikan transformatif memberikan peran krusial dalam mengubah cara berpikir dan bertindak seseorang, memfasilitasi pertumbuhan tidak hanya dalam aspek akademis, tetapi juga dalam pengembangan karakter dan keterampilan sosial.
Melalui pendekatan yang inklusif dan partisipatif, pendidikan ini mendorong siswa untuk berpikir kritis, kreatif, dan berempati, sehingga mereka mampu menghadapi tantangan global dengan solusi yang inovatif. Dengan menciptakan lingkungan belajar yang kolaboratif, pendidikan transformatif membantu membangun masyarakat yang lebih adil dan berkelanjutan, di mana setiap individu merasa berdaya dan siap berkontribusi bagi kebaikan bersama.

Area Studies Reconfigured and Revitalized: Lessons For and From Indonesian Studies

Join AIFIS on 9 July 2024 for a public roundtable discussion, "Area Studies Reconfigured and Revitalized: Lessons For and From Indonesian Studies." Presented in-conjunction with the AAS-in-Asia conference hosted by Universitas Gajah Mada, this roundtable event is free and open to the public.
Reserve your seat at www.tinyurl.com/aasinasiaroundtable

2nd Annual Field Course in Conservation and Global Health. Pangandaran Nature Reserve, 14-31 July 2024

2nd Annual Field Course in Conservation and Global Health. Pangandaran Nature Reserve, July 14-31, 2024.

The Center for Primate Studies-Bogor Agricultural Institute and the Center for Global Field Study-University of Washington will jointly organize this year's training on "Conservation and Global Health: at the human-environment interface", which will be co-sponsored by AIFIS through a grant from the Council of American Overseas Research Centers @caorc_council.

Instructors:
1. Drh. Huda S Darusman, PhD (IPB)
2. Dr. Ir. Entang Iskandar, MSi (IPB)
3. Prof. Mattew Novak (Central Oregon Community College)
4. Prof. Randall Keys (University of Washington)
5. Dr. Pensri Kyes (Center for Global Field Study, University of Washington)

Researching & Publishing. Keeping Productive Beyond your Graduate Studies

We are delighted to invite you to our AIFIS-FoE UIII Graduate Forum "Researching & Publishing. Keeping Productive Beyond your Graduate Studies" taking place on July 4-5, 2024.

The event will feature three keynote speakers: Prof. Nelly van Doorn-Harder (Professor of Religious Studies, Wake Forest University, North Carolina, USA), Prof. Nina Nurmila, PhD (Dean of the Faculty of Education, UIII), and Dr. Lena Larsen (University of Oslo, Norwegian Center for Human Rights, Program Director).

Time: 08:45 - 12.00 (Jakarta Time)

Venue: Theatre, Faculty A Building, UIII

Funding for this activity is provided by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State through a grant from the Council of American Overseas Research Centers

THE 4th SUMMER COURSE "STRATEGIC STUDIES IN BIO-CONSERVATION AND BIOMEDICAL OF PRIMATOLOGY TO SUPPORT SUSTAINABLE ECO-HEALTH AND PRIMATE WELFARE"

Calling all national and international active undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate students, and practitioners/scientists/others! This is your chance to experience a summer course packed with knowledge and insights regarding primates, bioconservation, biomedical on primatology, ethics, and also sampel collection!

Register yourself through: ipb.link/reg-sc2024pssp
Registration is open until 30 June 2024! Don't miss your chance to participate in this summer course and feel free to spread this information to your friends or colleagues!

Funding for this activity is provided by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State through a grant from the Council of American Overseas Research Centers.

The Future of the Study of Religion in Indonesia: Opportunities and Challenges

As part of the collaboration, ICRS will host a side event for the conference on July 8, 2024, at the Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada. The event is a public talk with the theme “The Future of the Study of Religion in Indonesia: Opportunities and Challenges.” The invited speakers are Greg Fealy (Australian National University), Robert Hefner (Boston University), Nelly van Doorn-Harder (Valparaiso University), and Lena Larsen (University of Oslo). The event will include dinner and performance from 5:30-8:00 p.m. If you will be in Yogya, please join us (RSVP here: s.id/talkshow).

Keynote Address by Goenawan Mohamad: 'Indonesia: Masa Jokowi dan Sesudahnya'

Join us for a special Keynote Address by Goenawan Mohamad: 'Indonesia: Masa Jokowi dan Sesudahnya.' Explore Indonesia's future post-Jokowi in an insightful talk moderated by Robert Hefner. Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear from one of Indonesia's leading thinkers during our AIFIS-MSU Conference on Indonesian Studies 2024!

Keynote Address by Nancy Lee Peluso on 'Remittance Houses on Forest Land in Java: Articulating Plantations and Migration'

Join us for a captivating Keynote Address by Nancy Lee Peluso on 'Remittance Houses on Forest Land in Java: Articulating Plantations and Migration.' Discover the intricate connections between plantations, migration, and their impact on Java's landscapes. Don't miss this enlightening session AIFIS-MSU Conference on Indonesian Studies 2024!

Special Panel: Perspectives on the 2024 Indonesian National Elections

Don't miss our Special Panel: Perspectives on the 2024 Indonesian National Elections! Join us as experts delve into the key issues, challenges, and predictions surrounding this pivotal event. Gain insightful perspectives and be part of the conversation shaping Indonesia's future during our AIFIS-MSU Conference on Indonesian Studies 2024.

Special Session on "RAPublik: Cultural Resistance to the 1999-2000 Religious Conflict Narrative in North Maluku"

Join us for a Special Session on "RAPublik: Cultural Resistance to the 1999-2000 Religious Conflict Narrative in North Maluku."

Dive deep into the powerful stories and resilient spirit that shaped this period. Don't miss this enlightening session during our 2024 AIFIS-MSU Conference on Indonesian Studies.

The Politics of Islamic Education in ASEAN Countries and the Best Model of Islamic Education

We are thrilled to inform you that the Faculty of Education, UIII, in collaboration with the American Institute for Indonesian Studies (AIFIS) will conduct online public lecture.

In this public lecture, Prof. Robert W. Hefner (President of AIFIS, Department of Anthropology and the Pardee School of Global Affairs - Boston University, USA) will speak on the topic: “The Politics of Islamic Education in ASEAN Countries and the Best Model of Islamic Education.”

Mark your calendar on:
Day/Date: Thursday/June 20th, 2024
Time: 09.00-11.30 (Jakarta Time)

Zoom Link:
bit.ly/PublicLecture_Robert

“Funding for this activity is provided by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State through a grant from the Council of American Overseas Research Centers.”

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