Indonesian students at a classroom in Palembang, South Sumatra. Photo: AFP
Sex crimes at Islamic schools under spotlight as Indonesia mulls tougher laws
- Rape cases have in the past months been dominating Indonesian headlines, including incidents at Islamic boarding schools, or pesantren
- On top of limited laws against sexual violence, the high degree of respect accorded to religious teachers in Indonesia prevents victims from speaking out, observers say
Indonesian students at a classroom in Palembang, South Sumatra. Photo: AFP