Proceeding International Conference on Social Sciences

About the Journal

The presence of a study center within a university serves as a vital supporting element that demonstrates the university's existence and relevance within the community. The plan to establish the Center for Law and Gender Studies at the Universitas Islam Riau (UIR) aims to elevate UIR's role as a center of excellence for Law and Gender development at the international level. This initiative is grounded in noble national cultural values and based on faith and piety, aligned with UIR’s vision and mission.

Urgency of Establishing the Center for Law and Gender Studies at UIR

The establishment of this center is driven by several critical factors:

The prevalence of sexual harassment cases against women and children in educational, familial, and social environments.
The increasing number of criminal cases regarding the Trafficking of Women and Children in Riau.
Rising cases of Domestic Violence (KDRT), where the majority of victims are women and children.
The increasing divorce rate in religious courts.
The rise of LGBT cases having a negative impact on children.
The overall increase in violence against women and children.

Supporting Activities (Completed and Planned)

Collaboration with PWII: Conducted a national seminar with the Persaudaraan Wanita Inspiratif Indonesia (Indonesian Inspirational Women's Sisterhood) in 2022, attended by various national and international universities.
Kartini Day Commemoration: Collaborated on a seminar with KODEPENA (Community of Indonesian Lecturers, Writers, and Researchers) in 2022.
Partnership with ADPMI: Established cooperation with the Association of Indonesian Community Service Lecturers.
International Outreach: Currently conducting audiences with Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) regarding international community service focused on anti-trafficking of women and children.
National Networking: Conducted audiences with ASWGI (Association of Women/Gender and Child Study Centers Indonesia).
Regional Protection: Planned audiences to establish cooperation with the Riau Province Women and Child Protection Agency.
CSR Collaboration: Cooperation with the Riau CSR Forum to increase attention on women located in regional/rural areas.

Study Center Targets

To establish a Research Journal specifically for Law, Women, and Child studies.
To establish a Community Service Journal specifically for Law, Women, and Child studies.
To establish cooperation with Legal Aid Institutes (LBH) regarding legal assistance/advocacy for women and children.
To produce Academic Papers or Policy Briefs related to women and child studies.
To generate partnerships with both National and International Universities.
To produce high-quality research related to Law, Gender, and Children.

Current Issue

Vol. 1 No. 1 (2026): Proceeding International Pusat Studi Hukum dan Gender

International Conference on Social Sciences (ICoSS) 2025 Successfully Held

The International Conference on Social Sciences (ICoSS) 2025 has been successfully conducted on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at Hotel Pangeran, Jenderal Sudirman No. 373, Pekanbaru, Indonesia.

This international seminar carried the theme:

“Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Overcoming Poverty, Social Inequality, Peace, Security and Protecting the World Environment through Multidisciplinary Studies.”

The conference brought together academics, researchers, and practitioners from various countries to discuss multidisciplinary approaches in addressing global challenges related to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Keynote Speakers

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Admiral, S.H., M.H (Rector, Universitas Islam Riau)
Prof. Yuzuru Shimada (Nagoya University, Japan)

Invited Speakers

Prof. Dr. rer.pol. H. Syafrinaldi, S.H., MCL
Prof. Dr. H. Detri Karya, S.E., M.A
Dr. Sugeng Santoso PN, S.H., M.M., M.H (Judge of the Supreme Court of Indonesia)
Prof. Madyia Dr. Yusramiza Md Isa (Universiti Utara Malaysia)
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nola Fibriyani Bte Salman (MIC – Muhammadiyah Islamic College Singapore)

Moderator

Puti Mayang Seruni, S.H., M.H (Lecturer, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Riau)

Welcoming Remarks

Dr. Heni Susanti, S.H., M.H
Prof. Dr. Hj. Ellydar Chaidir, S.H., M.Hum
Dr. Hj. Rani Siti Fitriani, S.S., M.Hum

Conference Outcome

The conference successfully facilitated academic discussions and knowledge exchange among participants. Selected papers presented during the conference will be published in the official ICoSS 2025 Proceedings, following a peer-review process.

Published: 2026-02-17