Sinergi Multikultural Mahasiswa: Strategi Pencegahan Ideologi Radikal (PT Keagamaan di Sulawesi Utara)

Abstract

The plurality of Indonesian society demands the importance of religious harmony in order to maintain relations between citizens who are diverse in terms of ethnicity, tribe, and religion. Religious discrimination is one of the main obstacles in realizing true pluralism. In this context, religious moderation as a form of tolerance is an important solution. One of the efforts that has been made to promote religious tolerance in North Sulawesi is through the Interfaith Student Forum (FMLA). Established since 1978, FMLA plays an important role in preventing ideological radicalization by strengthening solidarity and interfaith understanding among students. This study aims to explore the role of FMLA in promoting religious tolerance and preventing ideological radicalization in universities in North Sulawesi. The research method used is descriptive qualitative research with a phenomenological approach. Primary data sources were obtained through interviews with FMLA alumni, while secondary data were taken from articles related to preventing radicalization. The results of the study show that FMLA plays a role as a forum for students to build understanding and respect for religious differences, as well as create a discussion space that addresses extreme thinking. This forum has succeeded in building solidarity between students from various religious backgrounds, strengthening attitudes of tolerance, and overcoming the potential for ideological radicalization, thus becoming an important example in efforts to create harmony in a pluralistic society.
Keywords: multicultural synergy, students, radical ideology, religious universities, North Sulawesi.