Freedom of Expression on the Internet

1945 Constitution (Second Amendment) article no. 28F

Every human has the right to communication and right getting information to develop their personal and social environment,

to search, to get, to have, to store, to cultivate, and to express, and to use all sort of forms of channels available.

The usage of the Internet in Indonesia is still surging. On November 2011, there were 55 million recorded Internet users.

The development of information technology and telecommunication is so fast we are faced with challenges and demands for

the implementation of Human Rights in online media.

The freedom of expression, freedom of speech, and to obtain information without fear.

The criminalization of these rights are a violation of Human Rights.

Because it's against the UN Declaration of Human Rights and also our constitution.

So how do we maintain freedom of expression on the Internet?

First, speak up.

Express your opinion on every format and media. Don't hesitate to state your opinion including when you're criticizing the authorities.

Second, respect diversity.

Differences are not an excuse to silence someone else's freedom of expression.

Third, anonimity is not taboo.

Every person has a right to protect their privacy including being anonymous on the Internet.

Even though we know that there are still pros and cons to this.

Fourth, respect intellectual rights

Piracy is equal to stealing and kills creativity.

Fifth, responsiblity

Your mouth is your tiger, become wise when you're on internet. And be rational.

Sixth, networking and sharing.

Do social piety on Internet by sharing knowledge as wide as possible.

Knowledge belongs to the people.

Seventh, censorship.

Censorship at certain levels denies your intelligence and cuts you off from reality .

So be wise while online...

think before posting!