Hefner Discusses Conservative Islam in Indonesia at AAS Conference
Professor Hefner’s remarks echoed the findings of his recent paper, which analyzes the causes and consequences of the “conservative turn” in Indonesian Muslim politics in democratic Indonesia.
Hefner’s Fifth “Indonesian Pluralities” Documentary Released
The documentary – “Religion in Quarantine: The Covid Pandemic in Indonesia” – traces the response of Indonesia’s diverse religious communities to the COVID-19 pandemic from early 2020 to late 2021.
Hefner Discusses Indonesia’s Democracy During “Unfinished Indonesia” Screening
Professor Hefner discusses Indonesia’s transition to democracy, how it stands alone as the only Muslim majority country to make a successful transition to democracy, and forces that threaten that democracy.
Gallagher Appointed Co-Chair of T20 Indonesia Task Force
As a co-chair of the Task Force, Gallagher will be in charge of the process of calling for policy briefs and organizing various internal as well as external events that ensure the alignment of the T20 and G20 agenda.
Hefner Testifies Before U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom
Professor Hefner and fellow experts highlight ongoing religious freedom issues facing two of the largest democracies in the world: India and Indonesia.
Hefner Discusses Exclusive/Inclusive Practices of Islamist Movements
Based on forthcoming research, Professor Hefner’s remarks explore the declining momentum of Islamist movements in the aftermath of the Arab Spring and the temporary rise of ISIS in Syria and Iraq.
Hefner Joins Fellow Fulbright Scholars for Fulbright Indonesia Day Panel
In his remarks, Professor Hefner spoke about how Islamic educators in the state Islamic University system have played such a pivotal role in communicating that democracy and multireligious citizenship are in fact compatible with Islam.
Hefner Delivers Lecture on Role of Muslims in Indonesia’s Democratic Experience
Although Indonesia’s democracy continues to face challenges from Islamist populists, Hefner suggested those challenges have more to do with old-regime alliances than they do qualities of Islamic culture or public ethics.
Hefner Expounds Lessons to be Learned from Indonesia
Professor Hefner addresses the question of how you measure the progress of human civilization in the current age, the balance and collaboration between religion and democracy, as well as lessons that the world can learn from Indonesia.
Hefner Keynotes Conference on Justice in Indonesia
Professor Hefner was among three keynote speakers who discussed directions of and challenges to democracy and civil society in Indonesia today.
Hefner Discusses Indonesian Pluralities on Notre Dame Podcast
Professor Hefner discusses his recent book and the lessons that can be learned from Indonesia regarding Islam, Citizenship, and the transition to Democracy.
Hefner Invited to Center for Shared Civilizational Values Board
The Nahdlatul Ulama-initiated center seeks to bridge cultural, religious and ideological differences in order to foster the emergence of a global civilization endowed with compassionate and tolerant character.
Menchik Co-Launches Indonesia Social Science Seminar Series
The IS4, sponsored by the Sydney Southeast Asia Centre, will bring together social science experts from across the globe to discuss pressing issues facing Indonesia.
Hefner Keynotes Muhammadiyah Ramadan Speaker Series
“I emphasize that Indonesia is a country which successfully develops the most effective modern Islamic education. Indeed, Muhammadiyah contributes to the most success.”
Hefner Elected President of American Institute for Indonesian Studies
Professor Hefner will lead the United States’ main sponsor and clearing house for research on and in Indonesia for a three year term.
Menchik Discusses Jokowi’s Address at UN General Assembly
Professor Menchick said it was impressive how Jokowi’s remarks laid out how Indonesia must be wary of all great powers.
Hefner’s Documentary Film Series, Indonesian Pluralities, Released
Prof. Robert Hefner releases the first of his six co-produced documentaries, “Indonesian Pluralities,” in Indonesia.
Hefner Speaks at Conference on Islam and Religious Freedom
Prof. Robert Hefner attended a recent conference on “The Islamic Case for Religious Freedom,” in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Menchik Discusses Indonesian Democracy on Al Jazeera
Prof. Jeremy Menchik was interviewed for a recent online segment examining whether Indonesia is moving away from democracy.
Menchik Publishes Journal Article on Democratic Decline in Indonesia
Prof. Jeremy Menchik published an article in Asian Studies Review on a potential breakdown in Indonesia’s democracy.