Keterbukaan Informasi Publik : Kewajiban Badan Publik Atas Hak Informasi Publik

Summary

This video explains the importance of Public Information Openness in Indonesia, as outlined by Law No. 14 of 2008. It discusses the transition to democracy, the need for transparency in governance, and how access to public information fosters public accountability, prevents corruption, and enhances democratic participation. The video covers the history of the law, the categories of public information, and the obligations of public institutions to ensure transparency. It emphasizes how citizens benefit from a more efficient, trustworthy government, and the role of public officials in ensuring the law's proper implementation.

Takeaways

• 😀 The importance of public information disclosure lies in its role in ensuring democracy, transparency, and accountability, especially in preventing corruption.
• 😀 The transition from an authoritarian to a democratic government in Indonesia, especially after the 1998 reform, opened up public spaces for people to voice opinions and access information.
• 😀 The Public Information Disclosure Law (Undang-Undang No. 14/2008) was passed after years of struggle and guarantees the public's right to access information held by public institutions.
• 😀 Indonesia became the 76th country to enact laws recognizing citizens' right to information, ensuring access to data held by public bodies.
• 😀 The law aims to guarantee the public's right to obtain information, improving participation in government activities such as supervision, policy-making, and decision-making.
• 😀 Public bodies, including government agencies and non-governmental organizations funded by the state, are required to provide access to public information.
• 😀 The law mandates the establishment of Information and Documentation Officers (TPID) in public bodies to manage and disseminate public information.
• 😀 Public information can be categorized into information that must be published periodically, on demand, or immediately for urgent public matters.
• 😀 Exceptions to public information include national security secrets, private data like personal health records, and other classified information.
• 😀 The law fosters greater public trust and participation in governance by ensuring transparency, accountability, and efficient public services.
• 😀 As public relations professionals in government bodies, individuals must uphold the law by ensuring transparency and accessibility of public information for citizens.

Q & A

Why is public access to information important?

Public access to information is important because it promotes democracy by allowing citizens to engage in the decision-making process, hold the government accountable, and prevent corruption.

What historical event in Indonesia contributed to the importance of public information openness?

The reform movement in 1998, which transitioned Indonesia from an authoritarian regime to a democratic one, led to the importance of public information openness.

What is the main goal of the Public Information Disclosure Law in Indonesia?

The main goal of the Public Information Disclosure Law is to guarantee citizens' right to access public information and ensure transparency, accountability, and public participation in government processes.

How does the law impact government services?

The law ensures that government services are transparent and efficient, making it easier for citizens to access public services like applying for passports, IDs, and business permits.

What is the vision of the Indonesian Public Information Disclosure Law?

The vision is to guarantee the public's right to access information and to regulate public bodies' obligations to provide that information.

What are the benefits of the Public Information Disclosure Law?

The law improves the quality of public services, promotes efficiency, encourages democratic participation in policy-making, and fosters trust in government institutions.

What is meant by 'public information' under the law?

Public information refers to information that is produced, stored, managed, and transmitted by a public body, related to public administration, governance, or public interest.

What are the categories of public information?

The categories include information that must be disclosed periodically, urgent information for public welfare, and information that should be available at all times, such as government decisions and plans.

What types of information are excluded from public disclosure?

Information that is classified as state secrets, such as national security data or personal information like health records, is excluded from public disclosure.

Who is responsible for managing public information in Indonesia?

Public information is managed by public bodies, which include government departments, legislative bodies, and judicial bodies. These entities are required to appoint information and documentation management officers to handle and disclose public information.