Islamic Legal Framework in Handling Sexual Violence

The Role of Hifzul 'Irḍi in Protecting Sexual Harassment Survivors' Complaints in Makassar City

Authors

  • Nisaul Haq Bintu Has Universitas Islam Negeri Alauddin Makassar, Indonesia
  • Mustawakkal Mustawakkal Universitas Hasanuddin, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24252/shautuna.v6i2.55114

Keywords:

Islamic Legal Framework, Sexual Violence

Abstract

This research presents three problem formulation items, namely: First, what is the reality of sexual harassment survivors in Makassar City? Second, what is the impact of sexual harassment on survivors of sexual harassment in Makassar City? Third, what is Hifzul 'Irḍi's analysis of sexual harassment survivors? This type of research is qualitative with primary data sources obtained from research subjects in the field by means of interviews with secondary data obtained from documents, scientific journals or articles relevant to this research. The data analysis carried out was qualitative data analysis. This research reveals that: first, survivors of sexual harassment in Makassar City are often reluctant to report due to confusion, concerns about the perpetrator's power, and psychological impacts such as anxiety and stress. They also face a moral dilemma between protecting the perpetrator or seeking justice. Second, sexual harassment has a significant impact on victims, causing severe stress, trauma, and social isolation, as well as stigma and discrimination that damage interpersonal relationships. Third, maintaining honor (hifzul 'Irḍi) in accordance with maqaṡid sharia is a fundamental right that requires complaints as a primary need to protect the dignity and security of survivors. One of the factors that supports the achievement of hifzul 'Irḍi is the existence of a complaint service. The implications of this research can be narrated that it is hoped that appropriate policies and interventions can be implemented to protect and support survivors of sexual harassment, as well as prevent sexual harassment in the future for survivors of sexual harassment.

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Published

2025-05-31

How to Cite

Has, N. H. B., & Mustawakkal, M. (2025). Islamic Legal Framework in Handling Sexual Violence: The Role of Hifzul ’Irḍi in Protecting Sexual Harassment Survivors’ Complaints in Makassar City. Shautuna: Jurnal Ilmiah Mahasiswa Perbandingan Mazhab, 6(2). https://doi.org/10.24252/shautuna.v6i2.55114

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