UKDW Takes Action to Prevent Intellectual Property Violations
Recognizing the critical importance of intellectual property (IP) protection, especially within the academic community, Universitas Kristen Duta Wacana (UKDW) Yogyakarta hosted a seminar titled “Education on Preventing Intellectual Property Violations” on Monday, April 28, 2025. Held in the Rev. Dr. Tasdik Seminar Room, the event was a collaborative effort between the Regional Office of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights of the Special Region of Yogyakarta (Kanwil Kemenkum DIY) and UKDW’s Centre of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (Centrino).
In his opening remarks, Dr. Haryo Dimasto Kristiyanto, S.S., M.Sc., Head of Centrino UKDW, emphasized the growing awareness of IP protection among UKDW’s academic community. “The Sikaia information system, developed as an intellectual property registration portal, has shown significant results in its first year,” he noted. Haryo highlighted a 400% increase in copyright registrations in 2024, explaining that “the ease of accessing the registration process aligns with creators’ increasing awareness about protecting their works.”
Eem Nurmanah, S.Sos., M.Si., Head of Legal Services Division at Kanwil Kemenkum DIY, praised UKDW’s proactive initiative in organizing the seminar. She pointed out that while universities play a vital role in producing innovative works, gaps remain in understanding the importance of protecting intellectual property rights. “Regular educational outreach is essential,” she said. “Understanding IP protection is a necessity—not only to safeguard rights but also to encourage greater productivity.”
The main speaker, R. Misbakhul Munir, S.Sos.I, S.H., M.H., a legal advisor from Kanwil Kemenkum DIY, provided a detailed overview of IP classifications, including copyrights, industrial designs, and patents, alongside strategies for application submission. Misbakhul underscored the importance of registering creative works to secure optimal legal protection and prevent potential infringements in the future.
Seminar participants engaged enthusiastically, actively raising questions during the discussion session on topics such as registration timelines, consequences of violations, and case studies of intellectual property infringement. A particularly notable discussion addressed the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the creation of works.
Supporting the event, Yustina Elistya Dewi, S.Sos., M.Si., Head of Intellectual Property Services at Kanwil Kemenkum DIY, shared insights on the critical need for synergy between educational institutions and government agencies to foster a conducive IP ecosystem.
This educational initiative on preventing intellectual property violations reflects the shared commitment of UKDW and Kanwil Kemenkum DIY to promote a culture that values innovation and intellectual creativity within the academic environment. [centrino.amp/trans.drr]
