Why is Artistic Freedom Important?

In the Koalisi Seni’s research on the state of artistic freedom in Indonesia from 2010 to 2020, the political narrative of identity promoted by each government has a significant impact on how violations are perpetrated and addressed.

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Annual Report

Koalisi Seni is committed to continuously monitoring artistic freedom from year to year. Here’s our analysis of the state of artistic freedom in Indonesia based on the data collected at kebebasanberkesenian.id.

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Same Old, Same Old: State of Artistic Freedom in Indonesia 2024
2025

Same Old, Same Old: State of Artistic Freedom in Indonesia 2024

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Slippery when Set: Artistic Freedom at Political Crossroads in Indonesia 2023
2024

Slippery when Set: Artistic Freedom at Political Crossroads in Indonesia 2023

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PSST! (Please Stop Stigmatizing Art): The State of Artistic Freedom in 2022
2022

PSST! (Please Stop Stigmatizing Art): The State of Artistic Freedom in 2022

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Oppression in Disguise: A Look Into Artistic Freedom in 2021
2021

Oppression in Disguise: A Look Into Artistic Freedom in 2021

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A Literature Study: Artistic Freedom in Indonesia 2010-2020
2010–2020

A Literature Study: Artistic Freedom in Indonesia 2010-2020

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Other Publications

Koalisi Seni’s other publications related to artistic freedom.

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Breaking Bad Barriers: Strengthening Artistic Freedom Network in Southeast Asia
2025

Breaking Bad Barriers: Strengthening Artistic Freedom Network in Southeast Asia

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Artistic Freedom Practical Handbook
2023

Artistic Freedom Practical Handbook

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Voice of Freedom

Cholil Mahmud

Voice of Baceprot

Nury Zhafira

Imagination and critical thinking are the keys to change. Therefore, art is a fundamental prerequisite for the realization of democracy. Support us in establishing policies that fully advocate for artists.