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Freedom of Expression on the Internet
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1945 Constitution (Second Amendment) article no. 28F
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Every human has the right to communication and right getting information to develop their personal and social environment,
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to search, to get, to have, to store, to cultivate, and to express, and to use all sort of forms of channels available.
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The usage of the Internet in Indonesia is still surging. On November 2011, there were 55 million recorded Internet users.
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The development of information technology and telecommunication is so fast we are faced with challenges and demands for
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the implementation of Human Rights in online media.
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The freedom of expression, freedom of speech, and to obtain information without fear.
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The criminalization of these rights are a violation of Human Rights.
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Because it's against the UN Declaration of Human Rights and also our constitution.
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So how do we maintain freedom of expression on the Internet?
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First, speak up.
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Express your opinion on every format and media. Don't hesitate to state your opinion including when you're criticizing the authorities.
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Second, respect diversity.
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Differences are not an excuse to silence someone else's freedom of expression.
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Third, anonimity is not taboo.
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Every person has a right to protect their privacy including being anonymous on the Internet.
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Even though we know that there are still pros and cons to this.
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Fourth, respect intellectual rights
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Piracy is equal to stealing and kills creativity.
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Fifth, responsiblity
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Your mouth is your tiger, become wise when you're on internet. And be rational.
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Sixth, networking and sharing.
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Do social piety on Internet by sharing knowledge as wide as possible.
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Knowledge belongs to the people.
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Seventh, censorship.
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Censorship at certain levels denies your intelligence and cuts you off from reality .
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So be wise while online...
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think before posting!
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