Child Rights Fulfillment in Minority Groups: Insights from Ahmadiyya Children in Indonesia

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10.2991/978-2-38476-242-2_59How to use a DOI?

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Ahmadiyya children; stigma and bullying; child rights

Abstract

This study investigates the experiences of Ahmadiyya children in Manis Lor, Kuningan, West Java, Indonesia, focusing on the prevalence of stigma and bullying, the fulfillment of basic rights, and governmental efforts in safeguarding these rights. Employing a qualitative approach, the research gathered data through interviews, observations, documentation, triangulation, and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with stakeholders including government officials, Ahmadiyya community leaders, and the children themselves. Findings indicate that Ahmadiyya children in Manis Lor currently do not face significant stigma or bullying and express minimal discomfort without lasting trauma. The government is recognized for its successful provision and protection of Ahmadi children's basic rights, including civil documentation, education, health services, and welfare. Despite the absence of significant current challenges, historical instances of bullying and stigma were acknowledged, emphasizing the need for continued vigilance in child protection. The study underscores the importance of ongoing government and community efforts to ensure the rights and welfare of Ahmadi children, advocating for enhanced educational programs on tolerance, the inclusion of minority children in child forums, and a focus on child protection at the village level. The research contributes to the broader discourse on minority rights and child welfare, recommending strategies for sustaining peace and preventing future discrimination.

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AU  - Rita Pranawati
AU  - Abdul Jamil Wahab
AU  - Kustini Kosasih
PY  - 2024
DA  - 2024/06/06
TI  - Child Rights Fulfillment in Minority Groups: Insights from Ahmadiyya Children in Indonesia
BT  - Proceedings of the 3nd Annual International Conference on Natural and Social Science Education (ICNSSE 2023)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 604
EP  - 613
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-242-2_59
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-242-2_59
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