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The University of North Sumatra is investigating an economics student accused of sexually harassing dozens of colleagues across multiple institutions. The case, which emerged via social media, reflects broader accountability challenges in Indonesian higher education.
Student advocacy group NewGen UM is pressuring the University of Malaya to disclose findings from a sexual harassment investigation into a professor, saying the institution has stalled despite claiming the probe was nearly complete last September.
Malaysia recorded 388 sexual harassment cases in the first five months of 2024, reflecting increased reporting rather than just higher prevalence. The anti-harassment tribunal has resolved 82 of 100 complaints within 60 days.