Resolving Human Rights Violation Cases in Aceh, Indonesia: Position and Role of Ulama

Authors

  • Ikhwan Matondang Universitas Islam Negeri Imam Bonjol Padang
  • Afrinal Afrinal Universitas Islam Negeri Imam Bonjol, Koto Tangah Padang, Indonesia
  • Azhariah Khalida Universitas Islam Negeri Imam Bonjol, Koto Tangah Padang, Indonesia
  • Azhariah Fatia Universitas Islam Negeri Imam Bonjol, Koto Tangah Padang, Indonesia
  • Saifuddin Amin Muhammadiyah Islamic College

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.30631/alrisalah.v24i1.1539

Keywords:

Ulama, Violation, Case Resolution, Human Rights, Aceh Reconciliation

Abstract

This study aimed to examine the position and role of Ulama in resolving human
rights violation cases by the Aceh Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC). It analyzed
the ulama representations within the Aceh TRC commissioners, their role in reconciliation,
and factors that influence the role of the ulama. Data were obtained through interviews and
documentation and analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model. The results showed that
the ulama’s role was dismissed in cases of human rights violations. TRC's commissioners
did not represent Ulama or play a significant role in the reconciliation process. Their
diminished role in conflict resolution relates to delegitimization in Aceh. It occurred due to
the scarcity of qualified ulama to solve the conflict and friction or polarization among them.
Other causes were the ulama’s lack of attention to human rights issues and the emergence of
new actors that took over their conflict resolution roles. Ulama in Aceh could reaffirm its
role in conflict resolution by restoring its legitimacy. They must improve their quality and
formation based on day ah, strengthen their unity, avoid friction and polarization, and
maintain neutrality. Ulama should also increase their involvement in conflict resolution and
human rights issues.

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2024-06-30

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Matondang, I., Afrinal, A., Khalida, A. ., Fatia, A. ., & Amin, S. . (2024). Resolving Human Rights Violation Cases in Aceh, Indonesia: Position and Role of Ulama. Al-Risalah: Forum Kajian Hukum Dan Sosial Kemasyarakatan, 24(1), 42–57. https://doi.org/10.30631/alrisalah.v24i1.1539

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