Promoting Synergy between the State and Civil Society in Advancing Human Rights Advocacy

Abstract

This study examines the dynamics of the relationship between the state and civil society in public advocacy, grounded in the principles established in Law No. 39 of 1999 on Human Rights. Using a qualitative approach with a case study method, this research analyzes the social and legal phenomena related to public participation in policymaking and the challenges of implementing human rights norms. The findings indicate that although the law provides a strong normative foundation for civil society participation, its implementation continues to face institutional resistance, limited access to information, and a weak commitment to participatory values. Policy reconstruction is needed to emphasize synergy between the state and civil society through institutional strengthening, regulatory reform, and the development of social awareness based on human rights principles. The results highlight the urgency of public advocacy as a democratic instrument to realize fair, transparent, and participatory governance that upholds the protection of human rights and enhances civic engagement in policymaking.