Our Team

We are a multidisciplinary team of policy experts, researchers, and practitioners dedicated to transforming complex challenges into actionable strategies. With deep experience across governance, digital policy, and emerging technologies, we work at the intersection of research, innovation, and real-world impact.
Board Of Teams

Meet Our Board Of Teams

Our board consists of experienced researchers and policy experts with over 15 years of expertise, delivering data-driven insights and practical solutions for impactful policy development.

Wahyudi Djafar

Executive Director

A researcher and technology policy expert focusing on data privacy issues, artificial intelligence (AI) governance, and human rights in the digital sphere. He is widely known as one of the key figures in the formulation and advocacy of the Personal Data Protection Law (PDP Law) in Indonesia. Previously, he was the Executive Director of the Institute for Policy Research and Advocacy.

Dewi Kumala

Chief Operating Officer

A news anchor, moderator, and former journalist from Indonesia. She is widely known for her role as a presenter on various national television programs such as TVRI, Metro TV, Global TV, RTV, and iNews TV. She is often a moderator and speaker on topics such as investment, capital markets, and digital financial inclusion.

Indriaswati D. Saptaningrum, Ph.D

Chief of Research

An academic at the Faculty of Law, Atma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia, cyber law expert, and currently serving as Vice Chair of the Publisher Rights Committee. His areas of expertise include internet governance, artificial intelligence (AI) regulation, privacy issues, and the relationship between information and communication technology (ICT) and human rights.

Office Support

Meet Our Office Support

Office Support delivers professional office and administrative support services designed to help businesses run smoothly, grow faster, and maintain a credible business presence

M Aufa Cholil Fayyadl

Head of Technology

A professional in the field of technology. Experienced in developing various artificial intelligence-based systems and applications. Pursued a master's degree in artificial intelligence at Universitas Gadjah Mada and a degree in information systems at AMIKOM University, Yogyakarta. 

Yohana Kuncup

Head of Office

A professional in the field of project management with a specialization in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E), strategic planning, and human resource development. She has taken various courses on project planning, monitoring, evaluation, and learning, as well as gender mainstreaming in projects. She has more than a decade of experience in strengthening program effectiveness through an evidence-based approach.

Experts Council

Meet Our Experts Council

We turn complex insights into actionable policies through research, strategy, and real-world implementation.

Kuskridho Ambardi, Ph.D

Experts Council

Academics, researcher, and political communication expert, currently a sociology lecturer at Gadjah Mada University. Previously served as Executive Director of the Lembaga Survei Indonesia, one of the most influential public opinion research institutions in Indonesia. Served as a member of the National Research Council (DRN) for the 2015–2018 term.

Dr. Jur. Sih Yuliana Wahyuningtyas

Experts Council

Academics and expert in competition law, personal data protection, intellectual property law, and information technology law. Currently teaches at the Faculty of Law, Atma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia, while also serving as Chair of the Institute for Research and Community Service (LPPM).

Anis Fuad, S.Ked., DEA

Experts Council

Academic and researcher at the Department of Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and Population Health, Faculty of Medicine, Gadjah Mada University (UGM). His research focuses on health informatics, health information systems, and telemedicine.

Anton Aliabbas, Ph.D.

Experts Council

Academics and defense and security observers. He provides extensive analysis on military policy, terrorism, and national strategic issues. He is a permanent lecturer and Assistant Professor at Paramadina University (Master's Program in International Relations) and a lecturer at Bakrie University. He is active as a consultant for the formulation of the Long-Term Development Plan (RPJP) and the National Medium-Term Development Plan (RPJMN).

Roichatul Aswidah, M.A.

Experts Council

A prominent human rights activist and expert in Indonesia, she served as Commissioner of the National Human Rights Commission (Komnas HAM) from 2012 to 2017. She focuses on business and human rights expertise, as well as the implementation of human rights due diligence. She has experience in developing human rights policies in various corporate sectors.

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Research Associate

Meet Our Research Associate

Our Research Associate team conducts comprehensive data analysis, market research, and industry insights to help businesses make confident, data-driven decisions and stay competitive.

Sidik Nur Toha

Research Associate

Public policy researcher, with a primary focus on sustainability, public-private partnerships, and creative financing. Completed a Master's degree in Economics at the University of Indonesia and studied Philosophy at Gadjah Mada University. Experience as a consultant in various government institutions, both at the national and sub-national levels.

Jasmine Hasna

Research Associate

Researcher and Policy Analyst with experience in various issues such as media and democracy, education, and waste management. Outside of work, she writes about urban spirituality and women's experiences. 

Fandy Arrifqi

Research Associate

A graduate of Political Science and Government from Gadjah Mada University who specializes in digital politics. An expert in utilizing big data for social research, with particular expertise in mapping the dynamics and trends of public opinion on social media through a comprehensive analytical approach.

Parasurama Pamungkas

Research Associate

Researcher and public policy analyst with experience in advocacy and research on issues of digital governance, freedom of expression, human rights, and technology. His professional interests include personal data policy, artificial intelligence, and state-citizen relations in the digital age.

Ayu Nur Faizah

Research Associate

A researcher and public policy analyst focusing on sustainability, environmental, and technology issues. She also has experience as a campaigner at a human rights organization and was formerly a journalist at Kompas.

M. Nadzirumubin

Research Associate

Policy analyst with a background in economics and business, with experience in sustainability and infrastructure issues. His professional interests include economic policy, development, infrastructure, and public-private partnerships.

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