The Faculty of Humanities, Universitas Indonesia (FIB UI), through its Center for Research on Society and Culture (PPKB FIB UI), hosted a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on the critical theme of “Border and Identity”. The event brought together eminent scholars, diplomats, and researchers to explore the complexities of border issues and their intersection with identity in both local and global contexts.
In his opening remarks, Dr. Bondan Kanumoyoso, S.S., M.Hum., Dean of FIB UI, extended a warm welcome to all participants and expressed the faculty’s honor in hosting such an important discussion. He welcomed Mr. Ian Christopher B. Alfonso, Ph.D., from the University of the Philippines Diliman, and His Excellency Gonaranao B. Musor, Charge d’Affaires, a.i. of the Republic of the Philippines, noting that their presence significantly enriched the event and reflected the strong bilateral and academic ties between the two nations.
Dr. Bondan also conveyed his hope that the discussions would generate new perspectives and provide tangible contributions to the understanding of borders and identity. He encouraged participants to take full advantage of the forum to exchange ideas, broaden their knowledge, and build collaborative networks.
The meeting was also attended by the Vice Dean for Academic, Research, and Student Affairs, Dr. Untung Yuwono; Dr. Lily Tjahjandari, Head of the Center for Research on Society and Culture (PPKB) FIB UI; and FIB UI Professors Prof. Manneke Budiman and Prof. Lilawati Kurnia.
The FGD gathered esteemed lecturers, dedicated researchers, and experts from various disciplines, providing not only an academic platform but also a space to strengthen interpersonal and institutional partnerships across borders.
