Morality policies and the prospect for inclusive societies - FISIPOL UGM

Politicians on the local level are turning toward politics of morality, advancing policies that justify violence and discrimination of marginalized groups. Why does this happen and how is it a problem for democracy? This video brief, based on new research, explains local governments’ role and responsibility by outlining four concrete steps toward safeguarding equality and inclusion.

Questions for local governments:
What exclusionary morality laws and policies exist in your area?
What is the state of knowledge and capacity among officials on the rights of marginalized groups?
Is there any law or policy discouraging politicians from using exclusionary platforms?
What role does civil society take in this regard in your area?

This video is based on new research by FISIPOL UGM, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences at Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia.