The public's right to access information is one of the essential pillars of democratic life. Through information disclosure, the public can know, oversee, and take part in the administration of government and public services. Conversely, without access to information that is open, accurate, and easily obtained, transparency and accountability among public bodies become difficult to achieve. For this reason, the inauguration of new leadership at the Central Information Commission (KI) for the 2026–2030 term is regarded as a strategic momentum for further strengthening the implementation of public information disclosure in Indonesia.

Indonesia's Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs officially inaugurated seven members of the Central Information Commission for the 2026–2030 term at the Media Center of the Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs on Monday, August 3. The appointment was formalized through Presidential Decree No. 77/P of 2026 on the Dismissal and Appointment of Members of the Central Information Commission.

In his remarks, the Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs emphasized that the Information Commission holds a strategic role in safeguarding the quality of public information amid the rapid flow of digital information and the growing spread of disinformation. The government has also set a target of raising the Public Information Disclosure Index (IKIP) to a score of 75 in the coming year, to be achieved through stronger resolution of information disputes, improved quality of public information services, and closer collaboration between the Information Commission and public bodies across the country.

The Central Information Commission for the 2026–2030 term is led by Handoko Agung Saputro as Chair, Hafidhah as Deputy Chair, and Arman Fauzi, Dery Hendryan, Edi Purwanto, Joemarthine Chandra, and Rini Purwandari as members. Chair Handoko Agung Saputro stated that his leadership will be exercised on a collective and collegial basis, guided by the spirit of mutual cooperation (gotong royong) and public service.

For UIN Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta, the inauguration of the Central Information Commission's new commissioners serves as a reminder that information disclosure is an inseparable part of good university governance. As a public body carrying out education, research, and community service, the university bears responsibility for providing information that is accessible, accurate, and accountable.

Chair of UIN Sunan Kalijaga's Main PPID, Prof. Dr. Mochamad Sodik, welcomed the inauguration of the Central Information Commission's 2026–2030 commissioners as a momentum for further strengthening the culture of information disclosure across all public bodies, including universities.

“The change in leadership at the Central Information Commission is not merely an institutional handover; it reinforces the national commitment to building public-body governance that is increasingly transparent, accountable, and oriented toward public service. We believe information disclosure is a critical foundation for building public trust in institutions,” he said.

According to Prof. Sodik, information disclosure within universities should not be understood merely as compliance with the mandate of Law No. 14 of 2008 on Public Information Disclosure. Beyond that, it serves as a strategic instrument for strengthening good university governance, improving service quality, and building the trust of both the academic community and the public in higher education institutions.

He explained that UIN Sunan Kalijaga continues to develop various information service innovations by strengthening the function of its Public Information and Documentation Management Official (PPID). These efforts include digitalizing information services, updating the Public Information List (DIP), building human resource capacity, and providing information that is more proactive, faster, and easier for the public to access.

“At UIN Sunan Kalijaga, we position information disclosure as part of strengthening good university governance. That is why we continue developing PPID services through digitalizing our services, updating the Public Information List, building human resource capacity, and providing information that is more proactive and accessible to the public,” he explained.

He also expressed hope that the Central Information Commission will continue to serve as a strategic partner to public bodies in building an increasingly strong culture of information disclosure. Through robust collaboration, information disclosure not only delivers transparency but also drives improvements in public service quality, strengthens accountability, and ultimately builds greater public trust in public institutions.

Ultimately, commitment to information disclosure is not merely a measure of regulatory compliance, but also a reflection of an institution's governance quality. Through strengthened PPID services and the sustained development of a culture of transparency, UIN Sunan Kalijaga reaffirms its commitment to delivering public information services that are increasingly open, adaptive, and trustworthy, as part of its broader effort to become an excellent and accountable university amid digital transformation. (humassk)