Following the MoU Helsinki, Aceh has started a new agenda of conflict transition. This agenda has... more Following the MoU Helsinki, Aceh has started a new agenda of conflict transition. This agenda has also been intertwined by democracy orientation of the State. Various structures of the regime (Government of Aceh) have been arranged by the principles of privileges, autonomy, and needs. The goal is to transform the negative towards positive peace, which will developed the democratic civic’ culture and strengthened the social capital within society. However, the reality is far from what expected to be a democratic regime as being explained by Robert A. Dahl (1998). Therefore, the paper would use the framework created by Heidrun Zinecker (2007) to determine on, how kind of democracy that has been running in Aceh? By doing that, the paper was using a qualitative method which mostly depends on exploration means
The local Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) have a great role in shaping peacebuilding in Aceh, ... more The local Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) have a great role in shaping peacebuilding in Aceh, particularly in their relations with the Government (Local & National). Therefore, the aim of this study is to explore the strategies that have been carried out by the CSOs in dealing with the Government in the dynamics of Aceh's peacebuilding. The study used the exploratory means by focusing on qualitative method. The library research and intensive interviews with several CSOs members have been conducted to expand the study. However, the results show that, there are three (3) kinds of strategies which commonly being practiced by the CSOs in dealing with the Government in Aceh's peacebuilding: (1) Oppose/against the Government. This strategy has been in common during conflict period – as the Government was considered as main enemy of society – until the tsunami (1980s – 2004). Yet, some of local CSOs also engaged with the Government to secure their safety; (2) engage/cooperate with the Government (2004 – 2010). This strategy was started being popular since the tsunami was devastating Aceh in the late 2004. Most of local CSOs were shifting their struggle for peace towards helping the people in needs after tsunami. The CSOs became the agent to ensure service delivery of aids could reach the people. Therefore, the cooperation with the Government was necessary. However, this condition transformed most of local CSOs (including its professionals) minds to be more capitalistic; and (3) reclaim/seize the Governmental position. Moreover, as the foreign donors began to leave Aceh since 2008, most of local CSOs professionals were shifting their strategy to reclaim the governmental position with the aim to expand the opportunities to determine the public policies according to the expectation of society. As the programs from foreign donors have finished entirely, this strategy has become more popular among local CSOs professionals (2010 – now). Of course, in positive side, this strategy could be effectively to facilitate the civilian voices in determine the public policies. But in negative side, this might led the local CSOs professionals merely to be political tools of the elites.
"Abstract Pat ujeun nyang hana pirang, pat prang nyang hana reuda (no rain that ... more "Abstract Pat ujeun nyang hana pirang, pat prang nyang hana reuda (no rain that would not stop, no war that would not cease). “Aceh’s Proverb” Those words above explain the hope of Acehnese for sustainable peace after being overwritten by long period of conflict since 1976. The signs of memorandum of understanding between Indonesian Government and Gerakan Aceh Merdeka, GAM (Free Aceh Movement) on 25 August 2005 in Helsinki, Finland, led the beginning of new chapter for Aceh. Moreover, the Tsunami that hit Aceh on 26 December 2004, attracted international concern for establishing peace environment and the support from outside would come to Aceh smoothly. Thus, in the meantime, the peace transformation was slowly implemented and the degree of violence has been reduces drastically. Also, the economy and social condition of the society hopefully might increase along with the stabilization of security in Aceh. The peace development in Aceh was unique case compare to another peace process in other parts of the world. The positive development of peace in Aceh was thanked for large supports from various forms of civil society, such as student movements, NGOs, ulemmas, intellectuals, journalists, humanitarian workers and other groups and individuals interested in peace and non-violence. The mediation of peace agreement by global civil society such as, Henry Dunant Center and Crisis Management Initiative and the contribution of other civil society groups and individuals proved the important roles of civil society in peace development in Aceh. Based on this fact, therefore, this study would like to analyze the roles and functions of civil society in contributing the process of peace development in Aceh. Basically, civil society is the ‘non-formal’ sector of society and involves groups and individuals concerned with particular causes or issues within the community. In the case of Aceh, the members of civil society are most likely victims as well, and this sustainable peace is also become the most important objective for them. Therefore, the civil society itself became the most important actors for peace-building which are concerned with the building of foundation for peace, and act themselves as important voice and actor for change in the peace development in Aceh. Several civil society groups that works in Aceh in the conflict and after conflict such as, Lembaga Bantuan Hukum Aceh (Aceh Legal Aid Institute) and Kontras (The Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence). Finally, this study would use hypothesis of the relations of civil society and the condition of Aceh during and after conflict by using proper analytical framework. Keywords: Aceh post-Conflict, Peacebuilding, Civil Society, Sustainable Peace."
According to historical perspective, the violence of conflict in Aceh killed more 15,000 and more... more According to historical perspective, the violence of conflict in Aceh killed more 15,000 and more than 50,000 had victimized by the situation of violence and conflict in Aceh, moreover, the devastation of tsunami put a great trauma for the people of Aceh. So, the birth of the permanent peace agreement is really necessary to build the safe and conducive environment for the people of Aceh.The main emphasis of this paper is to explore the roles of third parties in Aceh peace process that include the roles of Henry Dunant Center and Martti Ahtisaari - Crisis Management Initiative. Thus it seems that one should not take a categorical position on the role of different types of actors in conflict and peace processes. It is not important who does something, but what is being done. When compromises are encouraged, when violent action is discouraged, then peace is served. Next exploring the other factors behind the involvement of third parties in Aceh that include issues of human rights, increase of democracy, demand of referendum in Aceh, Autonomy status for Aceh, also state leaderships that led to the peace process of Aceh. This research also focuses to the theory of moment of ripeness to explain the timing of mediation involvements in Aceh peace process.
The widespread and prolonged violent conflict in Aceh has passed down negative legacy within a vu... more The widespread and prolonged violent conflict in Aceh has passed down negative legacy within a vulnerable communities. One of the most-exposed the social capital elements is the mutual trust or the excessive manifestation of hate. Although suspicion often provides a sense of security in violent conflict, yet when peace is present, the inherent feeling of distrust can disrupt the construction of community coexistence towards reconciliation. However, with the development of a fairly massive coffee culture, promising opportunities to construct coexistence in post-conflict societies in Aceh emerged. Therefore, this study uses a narrative approach in describing the potentials of coffee culture in constructing the coexistence of post-conflict communities in Aceh.
Al-Ijtima`i: International Journal of Government and Social Science, 2020
The history of Aceh in the last century is a cycle of conflict and peace. The presence of conflic... more The history of Aceh in the last century is a cycle of conflict and peace. The presence of conflict and peace is also inseparable from the involvement of the authorities, both during the colonial period and the Aceh compilation which had joined Indonesia. In this case, the ruler does not move alone but is related to no elite at the local level. Therefore, using qualitative analysis and literature and observation methods, this article discusses the construction of the elite, the legitimacy gained, and the existence of the elite in political politics in Aceh, both during the Dutch colonial period and Aceh as a part of Indonesia. This exploration shows that there are differences in the pattern of elite construction, the legitimacy obtained, and the existence of the elite in relations with the authorities. This difference is seen in the pattern of the boss changing local to local strongmen and vice versa. Likewise, the legitimacy is obtained by an elite based on rational law for charisma...
Legislation-Policy Modelling in the process of Disaster Mitigation in Aceh, 2013
In general, there are two legal functions which are empirically/sociologically dominant, i.e. the... more In general, there are two legal functions which are empirically/sociologically dominant, i.e. the law as a tool of social control and as a tool of social engineering. As a means of social controls, the concept of law is used as a mean of controlling, where people have to behave in accordance of provisions that have been set. While in the context as a tool of social engineering, law consciously used as a means for social action in the desired direction. In this context, the law is used to make changes through the development a set of rules in order to alter people's behaviors. The concept of law as a tool of social engineering, is potentially can be applied to alter social behavior of region through friendly settings of disaster-mitigations. Moreover, as Aceh located in disaster-prone areas, the utilization of law as a tool of social engineering, would be a simple-cheap-easy mechanism. However, the effort must be proceed through a series of activities, one of which is the establishment of the law. The process of law-making is done through a series of legislative policies. This paper aim to examine: (1) the process of legislative policy in Aceh, based on the concept of legislation, (2) to explore the extent of effort in altering social behavior of public/society, related to disaster mitigation. The output of the study, are expected to create a model in formulating legislative policy which considers disaster mitigation aspect that can be used for other areas in Indonesia and elsewhere.
TJ movement disepakati sebagai gerakan sosial yang mendorong lahir dan berjalannya mekanisme kead... more TJ movement disepakati sebagai gerakan sosial yang mendorong lahir dan berjalannya mekanisme keadilan transisional dalam menanggapi kekerasan/pelanggaran HAM – yang menimbulkan dampak fisik dan psikis – serta dilakukan secara massif, terstruktur dan sistematis, terutama dalam masa konflik maupun rezim represif. Umumnya, TJ movement identik dengan Gerakan HAM (Human Rights Movement), namun untuk memfokuskan objek tulisan agar lebih spesifik, maka penggunaan TJ movement lebih digalakkan.
It has been past a decade since the signed of MoU Helsinki in 2005, but the compliance of justice... more It has been past a decade since the signed of MoU Helsinki in 2005, but the compliance of justice for the victims still lying on the progress of Aceh’ Truth and Reconciliation Commission (Aceh’ TRC). The commission should be established one year after the National Assembly passed the Law no. 11/2006 on Governing on Aceh. Yet, due to socio-political dynamics of post-conflict, the legality of commission was passing out the schedule and enacted in 2013 (Qanun Aceh no. 17/2013), which starting to work in 2016. As consequences, it holds the Transitional Justice (TJ) agenda into delay and triggering the dissatisfaction from the victims. However, these reasons has channeled and carried out by civil society and notable individuals in pushing the TJ agenda into a real action.
Memahami 'identitas' sama halnya dengan mempertanyakan, siapa kita sebenarnya? Secara psikologis,... more Memahami 'identitas' sama halnya dengan mempertanyakan, siapa kita sebenarnya? Secara psikologis, identitas adalah kemampuan, kepercayaan, sifat, tampilan fisik dan/atau penampilan yang membentuk individu atau kelompok (social group). Karakteristik yang membentuk identitas ini dapat berasal dari pengaruh sejarah, geografi, cara hidup dan tradisi. Singkatnya, dalam kajian ilmiah yang berbau neo(new: baru), terbentuknya identitas dipengaruhi oleh berbagai factor yang dikonstruksikan berbanding hadir dengan sendirinya (given), begitu pula halnya ketika identitas direkonstruksikan kembali.
The ant is one of animal mentioned in the Holy Quran (Surah An-Naml) to be a lesson for mankind. ... more The ant is one of animal mentioned in the Holy Quran (Surah An-Naml) to be a lesson for mankind. Most arguments see the ant as a greedy animal as they always collecting the food, though their lifespan quite short. However, the purpose is not only for their self-interest, but in order to secure the food availability for their colony or the next generation. The concept of food availability is one of dimension within the food security discourse. Albeit the global concept, old-generations of Acehnese society have been familiar with the concept itself which known as 'krong padee'. The krong padee is a container for storing paddy which usually located below the traditional house of Aceh. In the old times, the storing paddy was capable in supporting the daily needs of a family. For economic reason, the paddy could be converted to something or cashed. Therefore, the existence of krong padee not only have been contributed for dietary needs (food security), but also capable for dealing with economic security matters. Ironically, the uses of krong padee have been diminishing lately for various reasons. Whereas in fact, as a region lying on the 'ring of fire' that prone to natural disasters, the concept of krong padee might be important to secure sufficient, safe and nutritious food for individuals and family, particularly related to disaster mitigation. Hence by exploring this local wisdom, it might reconsider the krong padee not only as mechanism related to food and economic security, but also may contributed in lowering the risk of disaster (disaster mitigation). This paper would be done by qualitative method, using library research, observation and interview to collect data. Aside from library research, the respondents would be selected from adat experts and public figure within Acehnese society.
Following the MoU Helsinki, Aceh has started a new agenda of conflict transition. This agenda has... more Following the MoU Helsinki, Aceh has started a new agenda of conflict transition. This agenda has also been intertwined by democracy orientation of the State. Various structures of the regime (Government of Aceh) have been arranged by the principles of privileges, autonomy, and needs. The goal is to transform the negative towards positive peace, which will developed the democratic civic' culture and strengthened the social capital within society. However, the reality is far from what expected to be a democratic regime as being explained by Robert A. Dahl (1998). Therefore, the paper would use the framework created by Heidrun Zinecker (2007) to determine on, how kind of democracy that has been running in Aceh?
The local Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) have a great role in shaping peacebuilding in Aceh, ... more The local Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) have a great role in shaping peacebuilding in Aceh, particularly in their relations with the Government (Local & National). Therefore, the aim of this study is to explore the strategies that have been carried out by the CSOs in dealing with the Government in the dynamics of Aceh's peacebuilding. The study used the exploratory means by focusing on qualitative method. The library research and intensive interviews with several CSOs members have been conducted to expand the study. However, the results show that, there are three (3) kinds of strategies which commonly being practiced by the CSOs in dealing with the Government in Aceh's peacebuilding: (1) Oppose/against the Government. This strategy has been in common during conflict period – as the Government was considered as main enemy of society – until the tsunami (1980s – 2004). Yet, some of local CSOs also engaged with the Government to secure their safety; (2) engage/cooperate with the Government (2004 – 2010). This strategy was started being popular since the tsunami was devastating Aceh in the late 2004. Most of local CSOs were shifting their struggle for peace towards helping the people in needs after tsunami. The CSOs became the agent to ensure service delivery of aids could reach the people. Therefore, the cooperation with the Government was necessary. However, this condition transformed most of local CSOs (including its professionals) minds to be more capitalistic; and (3) reclaim/seize the Governmental position. Moreover, as the foreign donors began to leave Aceh since 2008, most of local CSOs professionals were shifting their strategy to reclaim the governmental position with the aim to expand the opportunities to determine the public policies according to the expectation of society. As the programs from foreign donors have finished entirely, this strategy has become more popular among local CSOs professionals (2010 – now). Of course, in positive side, this strategy could be effectively to facilitate the civilian voices in determine the public policies. But in negative side, this might led the local CSOs professionals merely to be political tools of the elites.
Following the MoU Helsinki, Aceh has started a new agenda of conflict transition. This agenda has... more Following the MoU Helsinki, Aceh has started a new agenda of conflict transition. This agenda has also been intertwined by democracy orientation of the State. Various structures of the regime (Government of Aceh) have been arranged by the principles of privileges, autonomy, and needs. The goal is to transform the negative towards positive peace, which will developed the democratic civic’ culture and strengthened the social capital within society. However, the reality is far from what expected to be a democratic regime as being explained by Robert A. Dahl (1998). Therefore, the paper would use the framework created by Heidrun Zinecker (2007) to determine on, how kind of democracy that has been running in Aceh? By doing that, the paper was using a qualitative method which mostly depends on exploration means
The local Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) have a great role in shaping peacebuilding in Aceh, ... more The local Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) have a great role in shaping peacebuilding in Aceh, particularly in their relations with the Government (Local & National). Therefore, the aim of this study is to explore the strategies that have been carried out by the CSOs in dealing with the Government in the dynamics of Aceh's peacebuilding. The study used the exploratory means by focusing on qualitative method. The library research and intensive interviews with several CSOs members have been conducted to expand the study. However, the results show that, there are three (3) kinds of strategies which commonly being practiced by the CSOs in dealing with the Government in Aceh's peacebuilding: (1) Oppose/against the Government. This strategy has been in common during conflict period – as the Government was considered as main enemy of society – until the tsunami (1980s – 2004). Yet, some of local CSOs also engaged with the Government to secure their safety; (2) engage/cooperate with the Government (2004 – 2010). This strategy was started being popular since the tsunami was devastating Aceh in the late 2004. Most of local CSOs were shifting their struggle for peace towards helping the people in needs after tsunami. The CSOs became the agent to ensure service delivery of aids could reach the people. Therefore, the cooperation with the Government was necessary. However, this condition transformed most of local CSOs (including its professionals) minds to be more capitalistic; and (3) reclaim/seize the Governmental position. Moreover, as the foreign donors began to leave Aceh since 2008, most of local CSOs professionals were shifting their strategy to reclaim the governmental position with the aim to expand the opportunities to determine the public policies according to the expectation of society. As the programs from foreign donors have finished entirely, this strategy has become more popular among local CSOs professionals (2010 – now). Of course, in positive side, this strategy could be effectively to facilitate the civilian voices in determine the public policies. But in negative side, this might led the local CSOs professionals merely to be political tools of the elites.
"Abstract Pat ujeun nyang hana pirang, pat prang nyang hana reuda (no rain that ... more "Abstract Pat ujeun nyang hana pirang, pat prang nyang hana reuda (no rain that would not stop, no war that would not cease). “Aceh’s Proverb” Those words above explain the hope of Acehnese for sustainable peace after being overwritten by long period of conflict since 1976. The signs of memorandum of understanding between Indonesian Government and Gerakan Aceh Merdeka, GAM (Free Aceh Movement) on 25 August 2005 in Helsinki, Finland, led the beginning of new chapter for Aceh. Moreover, the Tsunami that hit Aceh on 26 December 2004, attracted international concern for establishing peace environment and the support from outside would come to Aceh smoothly. Thus, in the meantime, the peace transformation was slowly implemented and the degree of violence has been reduces drastically. Also, the economy and social condition of the society hopefully might increase along with the stabilization of security in Aceh. The peace development in Aceh was unique case compare to another peace process in other parts of the world. The positive development of peace in Aceh was thanked for large supports from various forms of civil society, such as student movements, NGOs, ulemmas, intellectuals, journalists, humanitarian workers and other groups and individuals interested in peace and non-violence. The mediation of peace agreement by global civil society such as, Henry Dunant Center and Crisis Management Initiative and the contribution of other civil society groups and individuals proved the important roles of civil society in peace development in Aceh. Based on this fact, therefore, this study would like to analyze the roles and functions of civil society in contributing the process of peace development in Aceh. Basically, civil society is the ‘non-formal’ sector of society and involves groups and individuals concerned with particular causes or issues within the community. In the case of Aceh, the members of civil society are most likely victims as well, and this sustainable peace is also become the most important objective for them. Therefore, the civil society itself became the most important actors for peace-building which are concerned with the building of foundation for peace, and act themselves as important voice and actor for change in the peace development in Aceh. Several civil society groups that works in Aceh in the conflict and after conflict such as, Lembaga Bantuan Hukum Aceh (Aceh Legal Aid Institute) and Kontras (The Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence). Finally, this study would use hypothesis of the relations of civil society and the condition of Aceh during and after conflict by using proper analytical framework. Keywords: Aceh post-Conflict, Peacebuilding, Civil Society, Sustainable Peace."
According to historical perspective, the violence of conflict in Aceh killed more 15,000 and more... more According to historical perspective, the violence of conflict in Aceh killed more 15,000 and more than 50,000 had victimized by the situation of violence and conflict in Aceh, moreover, the devastation of tsunami put a great trauma for the people of Aceh. So, the birth of the permanent peace agreement is really necessary to build the safe and conducive environment for the people of Aceh.The main emphasis of this paper is to explore the roles of third parties in Aceh peace process that include the roles of Henry Dunant Center and Martti Ahtisaari - Crisis Management Initiative. Thus it seems that one should not take a categorical position on the role of different types of actors in conflict and peace processes. It is not important who does something, but what is being done. When compromises are encouraged, when violent action is discouraged, then peace is served. Next exploring the other factors behind the involvement of third parties in Aceh that include issues of human rights, increase of democracy, demand of referendum in Aceh, Autonomy status for Aceh, also state leaderships that led to the peace process of Aceh. This research also focuses to the theory of moment of ripeness to explain the timing of mediation involvements in Aceh peace process.
The widespread and prolonged violent conflict in Aceh has passed down negative legacy within a vu... more The widespread and prolonged violent conflict in Aceh has passed down negative legacy within a vulnerable communities. One of the most-exposed the social capital elements is the mutual trust or the excessive manifestation of hate. Although suspicion often provides a sense of security in violent conflict, yet when peace is present, the inherent feeling of distrust can disrupt the construction of community coexistence towards reconciliation. However, with the development of a fairly massive coffee culture, promising opportunities to construct coexistence in post-conflict societies in Aceh emerged. Therefore, this study uses a narrative approach in describing the potentials of coffee culture in constructing the coexistence of post-conflict communities in Aceh.
Al-Ijtima`i: International Journal of Government and Social Science, 2020
The history of Aceh in the last century is a cycle of conflict and peace. The presence of conflic... more The history of Aceh in the last century is a cycle of conflict and peace. The presence of conflict and peace is also inseparable from the involvement of the authorities, both during the colonial period and the Aceh compilation which had joined Indonesia. In this case, the ruler does not move alone but is related to no elite at the local level. Therefore, using qualitative analysis and literature and observation methods, this article discusses the construction of the elite, the legitimacy gained, and the existence of the elite in political politics in Aceh, both during the Dutch colonial period and Aceh as a part of Indonesia. This exploration shows that there are differences in the pattern of elite construction, the legitimacy obtained, and the existence of the elite in relations with the authorities. This difference is seen in the pattern of the boss changing local to local strongmen and vice versa. Likewise, the legitimacy is obtained by an elite based on rational law for charisma...
Legislation-Policy Modelling in the process of Disaster Mitigation in Aceh, 2013
In general, there are two legal functions which are empirically/sociologically dominant, i.e. the... more In general, there are two legal functions which are empirically/sociologically dominant, i.e. the law as a tool of social control and as a tool of social engineering. As a means of social controls, the concept of law is used as a mean of controlling, where people have to behave in accordance of provisions that have been set. While in the context as a tool of social engineering, law consciously used as a means for social action in the desired direction. In this context, the law is used to make changes through the development a set of rules in order to alter people's behaviors. The concept of law as a tool of social engineering, is potentially can be applied to alter social behavior of region through friendly settings of disaster-mitigations. Moreover, as Aceh located in disaster-prone areas, the utilization of law as a tool of social engineering, would be a simple-cheap-easy mechanism. However, the effort must be proceed through a series of activities, one of which is the establishment of the law. The process of law-making is done through a series of legislative policies. This paper aim to examine: (1) the process of legislative policy in Aceh, based on the concept of legislation, (2) to explore the extent of effort in altering social behavior of public/society, related to disaster mitigation. The output of the study, are expected to create a model in formulating legislative policy which considers disaster mitigation aspect that can be used for other areas in Indonesia and elsewhere.
TJ movement disepakati sebagai gerakan sosial yang mendorong lahir dan berjalannya mekanisme kead... more TJ movement disepakati sebagai gerakan sosial yang mendorong lahir dan berjalannya mekanisme keadilan transisional dalam menanggapi kekerasan/pelanggaran HAM – yang menimbulkan dampak fisik dan psikis – serta dilakukan secara massif, terstruktur dan sistematis, terutama dalam masa konflik maupun rezim represif. Umumnya, TJ movement identik dengan Gerakan HAM (Human Rights Movement), namun untuk memfokuskan objek tulisan agar lebih spesifik, maka penggunaan TJ movement lebih digalakkan.
It has been past a decade since the signed of MoU Helsinki in 2005, but the compliance of justice... more It has been past a decade since the signed of MoU Helsinki in 2005, but the compliance of justice for the victims still lying on the progress of Aceh’ Truth and Reconciliation Commission (Aceh’ TRC). The commission should be established one year after the National Assembly passed the Law no. 11/2006 on Governing on Aceh. Yet, due to socio-political dynamics of post-conflict, the legality of commission was passing out the schedule and enacted in 2013 (Qanun Aceh no. 17/2013), which starting to work in 2016. As consequences, it holds the Transitional Justice (TJ) agenda into delay and triggering the dissatisfaction from the victims. However, these reasons has channeled and carried out by civil society and notable individuals in pushing the TJ agenda into a real action.
Memahami 'identitas' sama halnya dengan mempertanyakan, siapa kita sebenarnya? Secara psikologis,... more Memahami 'identitas' sama halnya dengan mempertanyakan, siapa kita sebenarnya? Secara psikologis, identitas adalah kemampuan, kepercayaan, sifat, tampilan fisik dan/atau penampilan yang membentuk individu atau kelompok (social group). Karakteristik yang membentuk identitas ini dapat berasal dari pengaruh sejarah, geografi, cara hidup dan tradisi. Singkatnya, dalam kajian ilmiah yang berbau neo(new: baru), terbentuknya identitas dipengaruhi oleh berbagai factor yang dikonstruksikan berbanding hadir dengan sendirinya (given), begitu pula halnya ketika identitas direkonstruksikan kembali.
The ant is one of animal mentioned in the Holy Quran (Surah An-Naml) to be a lesson for mankind. ... more The ant is one of animal mentioned in the Holy Quran (Surah An-Naml) to be a lesson for mankind. Most arguments see the ant as a greedy animal as they always collecting the food, though their lifespan quite short. However, the purpose is not only for their self-interest, but in order to secure the food availability for their colony or the next generation. The concept of food availability is one of dimension within the food security discourse. Albeit the global concept, old-generations of Acehnese society have been familiar with the concept itself which known as 'krong padee'. The krong padee is a container for storing paddy which usually located below the traditional house of Aceh. In the old times, the storing paddy was capable in supporting the daily needs of a family. For economic reason, the paddy could be converted to something or cashed. Therefore, the existence of krong padee not only have been contributed for dietary needs (food security), but also capable for dealing with economic security matters. Ironically, the uses of krong padee have been diminishing lately for various reasons. Whereas in fact, as a region lying on the 'ring of fire' that prone to natural disasters, the concept of krong padee might be important to secure sufficient, safe and nutritious food for individuals and family, particularly related to disaster mitigation. Hence by exploring this local wisdom, it might reconsider the krong padee not only as mechanism related to food and economic security, but also may contributed in lowering the risk of disaster (disaster mitigation). This paper would be done by qualitative method, using library research, observation and interview to collect data. Aside from library research, the respondents would be selected from adat experts and public figure within Acehnese society.
Following the MoU Helsinki, Aceh has started a new agenda of conflict transition. This agenda has... more Following the MoU Helsinki, Aceh has started a new agenda of conflict transition. This agenda has also been intertwined by democracy orientation of the State. Various structures of the regime (Government of Aceh) have been arranged by the principles of privileges, autonomy, and needs. The goal is to transform the negative towards positive peace, which will developed the democratic civic' culture and strengthened the social capital within society. However, the reality is far from what expected to be a democratic regime as being explained by Robert A. Dahl (1998). Therefore, the paper would use the framework created by Heidrun Zinecker (2007) to determine on, how kind of democracy that has been running in Aceh?
The local Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) have a great role in shaping peacebuilding in Aceh, ... more The local Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) have a great role in shaping peacebuilding in Aceh, particularly in their relations with the Government (Local & National). Therefore, the aim of this study is to explore the strategies that have been carried out by the CSOs in dealing with the Government in the dynamics of Aceh's peacebuilding. The study used the exploratory means by focusing on qualitative method. The library research and intensive interviews with several CSOs members have been conducted to expand the study. However, the results show that, there are three (3) kinds of strategies which commonly being practiced by the CSOs in dealing with the Government in Aceh's peacebuilding: (1) Oppose/against the Government. This strategy has been in common during conflict period – as the Government was considered as main enemy of society – until the tsunami (1980s – 2004). Yet, some of local CSOs also engaged with the Government to secure their safety; (2) engage/cooperate with the Government (2004 – 2010). This strategy was started being popular since the tsunami was devastating Aceh in the late 2004. Most of local CSOs were shifting their struggle for peace towards helping the people in needs after tsunami. The CSOs became the agent to ensure service delivery of aids could reach the people. Therefore, the cooperation with the Government was necessary. However, this condition transformed most of local CSOs (including its professionals) minds to be more capitalistic; and (3) reclaim/seize the Governmental position. Moreover, as the foreign donors began to leave Aceh since 2008, most of local CSOs professionals were shifting their strategy to reclaim the governmental position with the aim to expand the opportunities to determine the public policies according to the expectation of society. As the programs from foreign donors have finished entirely, this strategy has become more popular among local CSOs professionals (2010 – now). Of course, in positive side, this strategy could be effectively to facilitate the civilian voices in determine the public policies. But in negative side, this might led the local CSOs professionals merely to be political tools of the elites.
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