On Thursday, February 13, 2025, a cooperation agreement was signed between the Human Resources Development and Research Institute (LAKPESDAM) of the Central Java Branch of Nahdlatul Ulama (PWNU) and the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP) at Diponegoro University. The event took place in the FISIP Auditorium of Diponegoro University and was attended by several key officials.

The agreement was signed by the Dean of FISIP Diponegoro University, Dr. Drs. Teguh Yuwono, M.Pol.Admin, and the Chair of LAKPESDAM PWNU Central Java, M. Zainal Anwar, M.S.I. The signing was witnessed by the Rais Syuriah of PWNU Central Java, KH. Ubaidullah Shodaqoh, and the Ketua Tanfidziyah of PWNU Central Java, KH. Abdul Ghaffar Rozin.

This collaboration aims to strengthen the synergy between the academic world and social organizations in the development of human resources, research, and community empowerment in Central Java. Additionally, this partnership is crucial for supporting the performance and effectiveness of both institutions, FISIP Diponegoro University and LAKPESDAM PWNU Central Java, in achieving their shared goals. Through this collaboration, both parties hope to enhance the effectiveness and impact of their various activities.

In his opening remarks, the Dean of FISIP UNDIP, Dr. Drs. Teguh Yuwono, stated that this cooperation is a strategic step in expanding the academic influence of FISIP Diponegoro University, particularly in addressing social and political issues relevant to the Central Java community. He also emphasized that FISIP UNDIP, with its motto Bermartabat Bermanfaat (Dignified and Beneficial), is committed to making tangible contributions to society.

Meanwhile, the Chair of LAKPESDAM PWNU Central Java, M. Zainal Anwar, expressed his hope that this collaboration would bring significant benefits to the community, especially in developing high-quality human resources grounded in national values, in line with the spirit of Berkhidmah Bermartabat Membangun Peradaban (Serving Dignifiedly to Build Civilization) from PWNU Central Java.

The signing ceremony was also attended by several faculty members and students from FISIP Diponegoro University, who showed high enthusiasm for this collaborative initiative. It is hoped that this partnership will foster productive collaboration between academics and community organizations to address existing social challenges and support better development in the Central Java region.