Leiden University/Gadjah Mada University, Netherlands
I am currently a PhD student at The Institute of Cultural Anthropology, Leiden University. My research explores how the sociotechnical imaginaries of policy actors in Indonesia toward the Internet are shaped, negotiated, and translated into policy. Before pursuing my PhD, I worked as a researcher and executive secretary at a research center on digital society in Indonesia. There, I collaborated with government officials and other policy actors in researching and drafting academic papers on Internet policy. I have an MA and BSc in media studies from Warwick University and Gadjah Mada University.
Fellow Report:
During the week at the summer school, I learned a great deal about various aspects of Internet Governance, including cybersecurity, technical infrastructure, and AI. One of the highlights for me was the discussion on the Global Digital Compact (GDC). Each fellow was asked to create a two-minute individual statement on the GDC, after which we were grouped to discuss specific topics. My group was assigned to the topic of human rights and Internet governance. Although broad, this topic allowed us to reach a consensus on upholding fundamental principles.
The summer school itself was a well-balanced combination of self-learning, seminars, and group work. The speakers were very knowledgeable in their fields, and many stayed for the entire week, allowing fellows to ask questions during lunch, dinner, or coffee breaks. I particularly appreciated that some fellows were also invited to present on their respective fields, offering a great opportunity to learn from peers. I also enjoyed the breakout sessions, where fellows were divided into two large groups. This format made me feel more comfortable asking questions and delving deeper into the topics.
Overall, I was impressed with the organisation of the program. It was intense yet well-balanced with networking opportunities and excursions.