Center for Gender Studies

Unfolding Gender Equality Based on Islamic Values

Research Team

No	Researcher Name	E-mail
1	Dr. Imron Rosyadi, M.Ag.	ir120@ums.ac.id
2	Prof. Kun Harismah, Ph.D.	kh107@ums.ac.id
3	Inayah, A.H, M.H.
4	Kuswardani, S.H, M.H.	kus283@ums.ac.id
5	Drs. Joko Suwandi, M.Pd.
6	Dr. Abdullah Mahmud, M.Ag.
7	Nurul Latifatul Inayati, M.Pd.I.	nl122@ums.ac.id

Research Focus, Community Service, and Publication

Research

Research conducted by the Center for Gender Studies has specific themes that are divided into several time periods. We focus our research themes on women and children who are vulnerable to discrimination and violence.

Time Period	Theme
Short-term (one year)	The research is focused on the pressing needs in the community and among Muhammadiyah Universities which include: Gender Profile of Muhammadiyah Universities Development of a model for preventing sexual violence against female students based on the one student save one student (OSSOS) program at Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta.
Medium term (two year)	Protection and wellbeing of women and children in the UMS campus and the Greater Solo community.
Long-term (four year)	Health and wellbeing of women and children with gender equality.

Community Service

Beyond our research initiatives, the Center for Gender Studies also spearheads community service programs with distinct themes. These programs are dedicated to enhancing the rights and wellbeing of women and children within the community.

Time Period	Theme
Short-term (one year)	Socialization of gender equality and justice among members of the Muhammadiyah community and universities. Women empowerment in the fields of economics and health. Socialization of the rights of women's health and welfare.
Medium term (two year)	The activity's goal is to empower women in the fields of economy, health, and welfare (including children).
Long-term (four year)	The activity's goal is to empower women in accordance with the SDGs and protecting children.

Publication and Partnership

As a center for research and development, the UMS Center for Gender Studies is at the forefront of exploring diverse facets of gender equality issues within both the campus and the Greater Solo area. Going beyond the confines of academia, the center actively partners with various parties to advocate the significance of gender equality and the safeguarding of women and children. From publications addressing sexual violence to fostering economic business development.

Research Report on Patterns of Handling Victims of Sexual Violence against Girls (Study Towards Child-Friendly Districts in Wonogiri and Boyolali in 2021)
Gender Stereotypes in the UMS Student (download file)
Development of a Prevention Model for Sexual Violence Against Girls Based on the One Student Save One Family (OSSOF) program in the Greater Solo region
Assistance in the development of business for the Aisyiyah Family Economy Group (BUEKA) in Sukoharjo Regency through internet-based digital marketing.
Gender Relations Study in the Hadiths of Nawawi's Arbain at Mardhotillah Mosque in Gempol Ngadirejo Sukoharjo.
Short film about unregistered marriage to enlighten the community on the negative impacts of informal marriages in collaboration with the PDA Sukoharjo Human Rights Council.
Strengthening collaboration with the Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Sukoharjo Regency Government.

Research and Innovation

Expedition to Study Cantigi Above the Clouds

31 January 2026

The UMS research team climbed Mount Lawu to explore cantigi. An endemic plant containing anti cancer compounds.

Crisis Communication to Handle Backlash

8 December 2025

Crisis communication is a strategy to protect an organization’s reputation while also shifting negative public sentiment.

The Bitter Brew That Lowers Blood Sugar Level

14 November 2025

The bitterness of black coffee holds new hope for people with diabetes. Its active compounds have been found to suppress blood sugar levels and open the door to natural therapy.