I am a legal and public policy specialist with over 20 years of experience advancing human rights, gender equality, and disability inclusion through research, policy reform, and institutional advocacy. I mentor women leaders, promote inclusive service delivery, and influence reforms that benefit vulnerable communities including women, persons with disabilities, and ethnic minorities. I have worked across Asia, Europe, and the United States, contributing to inclusive governance and rights-based development. My work blends legal analysis, governance evaluation, and evidence-based advocacy to improve access to justice and public services, while empowering marginalised groups to participate in decision-making.

Diani Indah Rachmitasari

I am a legal and public policy specialist with over 20 years of experience advancing human rights, gender equality, and disability inclusion through research, policy reform, and institutional advocacy. I mentor women leaders, promote inclusive service delivery, and influence reforms that benefit vulnerable communities including women, persons with disabilities, and ethnic minorities. I have worked across Asia, Europe, and the United States, contributing to inclusive governance and rights-based development. My work blends legal analysis, governance evaluation, and evidence-based advocacy to improve access to justice and public services, while empowering marginalised groups to participate in decision-making.

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I am a legal and public policy specialist with over 20 years of experience advancing human rights, gender equality, and disability inclusion through research, policy reform, and institutional advocacy. I mentor women leaders, promote inclusive service delivery, and influence reforms that benefit vulnerable communities including women, persons with disabilities, and ethnic minorities. I have worked across Asia, Europe, and the United States, contributing to inclusive governance and rights-based development. My work blends legal analysis, governance evaluation, and evidence-based advocacy to improve access to justice and public services, while empowering marginalised groups to participate in decision-making.

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Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

Indonesian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Expert Staff at Ombudsman of the Republic of Indonesia
August 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
Researched and co-authored books evaluating COVID-19 public policies; analyzed their impact on women, persons with disabilities, and marginalised groups; reviewed public service mismanagement in health, education, and social services; proposed reforms to ensure equitable access and inclusive governance; advocated for gender-sensitive and disability-inclusive public administration.
Assistant in Prevention of Mismanagement at The Indonesian Ombudsman
November 1, 2020 - November 1, 2020
Conducted systematic reviews to evaluate public service accessibility for citizens including women and persons with disabilities; performed a survey related to Public Services Law No. 25 of 2009; assessed accessibility of venues for the 2018 Asian Games/Asian Para Games; performed the mismanagement perception index and observed public service in health, education, licensing and population administration; addressed public complaints through negotiation and mediation; designed policy briefs, suggestions, policy recommendations, survey and index reports, investigations, monitoring and evaluation of supervisory reports for policymakers.
Legal Researcher at Prima Lexika Cendikia LLC.
May 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Conducted legal research on criminal law and corruption cases, focusing on asset recovery and social security crimes that disserve vulnerable communities; produced policy insights for the Indonesian Attorney General’s Office to strengthen accountability and protect citizens’ rights.
Intern at The Unified Clinics - Western Michigan University
June 1, 2015 - November 10, 2025
Supported persons with physical and cognitive disabilities in accessing community activities, learning adaptive technologies, and exercising their rights; contributed to a universal design review of public facilities; advocated for disability-inclusive infrastructure.
Legal Researcher at The National Law Commission of the Republic of Indonesia
October 1, 2012 - October 1, 2012
Conducted legal evaluations of Indonesian law and institutions, producing reform recommendations for the President; addressed human rights, governance, and access to justice issues through legal research.
Legal Analysis and Public Complaint Staff at The Corruption Eradication Commission of the Republic of Indonesia
November 1, 2005 - November 1, 2005
Analyzed public complaints and identified corruption cases impacting public services; collaborated with auditors and investigators to pursue cases with human rights implications, ensuring accountability.
Volunteer Mentor at Wedu
April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
Mentored and promoted gender equality for young women leaders in Southeast Asia (refugees from Myanmar) to support their access to higher education, leadership, and community-building skills.
Charity Manager at Indonesian Students Association, Groningen
September 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022
Organised charity events and fundraisers to strengthen cross-cultural solidarity, promote inclusive community engagement, and support marginalised communities in Indonesia and the Netherlands, including women, children, and displaced persons.
Secretariat Division at Indonesian Charity Organization, Groningen
June 1, 2021 - November 10, 2025
Administrative and coordination duties to support humanitarian activities and community programs.

Education

PhD Candidate at University of Groningen
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023
MPA at Western Michigan University
January 1, 2014 - May 1, 2016
LLB at University of Indonesia
January 1, 2002 - August 1, 2004

Qualifications

USAID PRESTASI Scholarship Program
January 1, 2014 - May 1, 2016
Gudang Garam Co. Scholarship Program
January 1, 2002 - August 1, 2004

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Education, Government, Media & Entertainment