Fakta Terbaru Kasus Dugaan Kekerasan yang Dilakukan Sirkus OCI, Ada 104 Pemain jadi Korban?

Summary

The video discusses the traumatic experiences of former circus performers, many of whom were children, highlighting the ongoing psychological impact. Lawyers and representatives of the Oriental Circus Indonesia (OCI) provide responses, including clarifications of past investigations by Komnas HAM, and challenges about the treatment of the performers. Several individuals involved in the case share personal stories of being taken from their families and promised a better future, but ultimately subjected to harsh conditions. The discussion also addresses accusations of mistreatment, manipulation, and the role of organizations like Puskopau in the past operations of OCI.

Takeaways

• 😀 OCI (Oriental Circus Indonesia) faced allegations of human rights violations, including accusations of child exploitation and trauma experienced by former child performers.
• 😀 The Komnas HAM (National Commission on Human Rights) investigated OCI, leading to recommendations that included locating the parents of the children involved in the circus and addressing potential human rights violations.
• 😀 Some parents of the children involved in OCI's circus performances reportedly handed over their children for training in circus arts, with promises of a better life, including education and international opportunities.
• 😀 In 1997, the Komnas HAM investigated the case, and some of the children’s parents were found to have agreed to let OCI care for and train their children in exchange for promises of education and a better future.
• 😀 The investigation by Komnas HAM led to the conclusion that some families voluntarily entrusted their children to OCI, with a few even requesting that their children remain with the circus for further training.
• 😀 One of the controversies surrounding OCI is the connection with the Puskopau (Cooperative of the Air Force), which some victims associate with the circus, though OCI maintains there was no functional or structural connection, aside from cooperation on permits.
• 😀 Some former child performers claim that the circus, under the guidance of Hadi Manansang, physically mistreated them and instilled fear, which prevented them from running away until they were older.
• 😀 There were conflicting statements about the number of children involved, with the former circus members mentioning that over 60 children were involved, while OCI representatives mentioned only 20-30 children, later clarifying it to 104 individuals, including employees and performers.
• 😀 The accusations of child abuse and exploitation raised by former performers focus on the harsh treatment, including physical punishment and psychological trauma, allegedly carried out during their training and performances.
• 😀 The script reveals that some children were given fake documents, such as altered birth certificates, and had their family names changed in order to cover up their identities and backgrounds, fueling further confusion and suspicion regarding the circumstances of their involvement.

Q & A

What is the main issue discussed in the transcript?

The transcript discusses the human rights violations, mistreatment, and possible exploitation of children involved in the OCI circus, as well as the legal actions taken in response to these claims.

What were the accusations against OCI (Oriental Circus Indonesia)?

OCI was accused of child trafficking, separation of children from their parents, and mistreatment, including physical abuse and exploitation. There were also allegations of false promises to families, such as offering education abroad.

What was the role of Komnas HAM in this issue?

Komnas HAM (National Commission on Human Rights) investigated the complaints, provided recommendations, and helped identify and reach out to the parents of the children involved in the circus. They also conducted field investigations and formed a team to gather evidence.

How did OCI respond to the accusations?

OCI, represented by their lawyer Pak Didi Suprianto, denied the accusations, stating that the children were not taken forcefully but were instead 'handed over' by their parents for training. They also emphasized that some of the children had been returned to their parents and that there was no exploitation involved.

What evidence did OCI present to defend their position?

OCI presented documents showing that some parents voluntarily gave up their children for circus training, and in some cases, they requested that their children continue in the circus. OCI also showed evidence of meetings with parents who expressed gratitude for the training their children received.

What was the significance of the name issue mentioned in the script?

The issue of names was raised when it was discovered that some of the children were given surnames such as 'Manangsang' or 'Sumampau', leading to confusion about their family connections. OCI's lawyer clarified that these names did not indicate familial ties and were possibly used to create official records.

What was the legal status of OCI at the time of the events?

OCI was not a legal entity with a formal structure but operated under a foundation (Yayasan Pusco Pao). It was eventually disbanded in 2010, and no formal legal actions were taken against it before its closure.

How did some parents feel about the training their children received?

Some parents expressed that they were grateful for the circus training their children received, believing it would offer them a better life. However, the promises made, such as sending children abroad for education, were not fulfilled.

What is the role of Pusco PAU in this issue?

Pusco PAU was a cooperative mentioned in connection with OCI, but it was clarified that there was no direct link between Pusco PAU and the circus's operations beyond the administrative or licensing aspects.

What was the emotional impact of the testimonies shared by the victims?

The victims, now adults, shared emotional accounts of their traumatic childhoods, describing physical abuse and psychological harm. These stories highlighted the lasting effects of their experiences with OCI and their fear of the circus's authorities.