Yogyakarta, January 9, 2025 – The State Islamic University (UIN) Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta held a signing ceremony for a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Special Region of Yogyakarta Regional Tax Office (DJP DIY). The event took place in the FEBI Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, and was attended by Prof. Noorhaidi Hasan, S.Ag., M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D., Rector of UIN Sunan Kalijaga; Prof. Dr. Misnen Ardiansyah, SE, M.Si., Ak., CA., ACPA., Dean of FEBI; Dra. Erna Sulistyowati, M.T., Head of DIY Regional Tax Office; Ir. Ramos Irawadi, M.Tax., Head of the Public Relations and Human Resources Division; DJP DIY staff; Vice Deans, Heads of Study Programs, education staff, and invited guests.

In his remarks, Prof. Misnen Ardiansyah, Dean of FEBI UIN Sunan Kalijaga, expressed his gratitude and appreciation for the establishment of this collaboration. He hoped that the synergy between the education sector and the tax sector would be strengthened through the development of the Tax Center at FEBI. "The MoU signing further strengthens the Tax Center institution at FEBI, and we hope that DJP DIY will continue to support and develop this tax study center, not only for the academic community of UIN Sunan Kalijaga but also for the wider community," said Prof. Misnen.

The presence of the Rector of UIN Sunan Kalijaga, Prof. Noorhaidi, at the event emphasized the significance of the collaboration between UIN Sunan Kalijaga and DJP DIY. He appreciated this collaboration and emphasized that the two institutions provide concrete mutual benefits. "Through this collaboration, knowledge and understanding of taxation, including contemporary regulations and their technical aspects, can be effectively disseminated among the academic community of UIN Sunan Kalijaga. For us, taxes are an inseparable part, both personal and institutional responsibilities. We remain committed to fulfilling our tax obligations," explained Prof. Noorhaidi.

The Rector of UIN Sunan Kalijaga also encouraged further development of the Tax Center, which he believes could serve as the foundation for establishing vocational education programs, such as the D3 Taxation at FEBI. "Professional-oriented higher education is highly needed by the community and the workforce, and it aligns with national needs. Taxes are the primary source of state revenue, contributing up to 83% of our national budget," he stated.

Dra. Erna Sulistyowat, M.T., Head of the DIY Regional Tax Office, also expressed her appreciation for the continuity of this collaboration. She noted that the event was not only a significant moment to strengthen the relationship between the two institutions but also an opportunity to introduce innovative programs, such as the Renjani Program (Strengthening the Tax Ecosystem for a Smart and Integrity-Driven Generation).

"The Renjani Program aims to educate the younger generation, particularly students, about the significance of taxes as a primary contribution to national development. We highly appreciate UIN Sunan Kalijaga's support for this program through various academic and non-academic activities, and for having a Tax Center as part of these efforts," said Dra. Erna. She added that this collaboration is highly strategic, considering that UIN Sunan Kalijaga as a leading university in Yogyakarta has great potential to disseminate tax awareness among students and the wider community. "We hope that, through this collaboration, more tax-conscious young generations can be created and ready to become agents of change in society," she added.

The MoU was signed by the Rector of UIN Sunan Kalijaga and the Head of the DIY Regional Tax Office, witnessed by the Dean, Vice Deans, Heads of Study Programs, Secretaries of Study Programs, FEBI education staff, and invited guests. After the signing, it was followed by the handover of symbolic souvenirs from both parties, including the handover of a Book Chapter entitled Indonesian Taxation: Sharia and Government Perspectives authored by FEBI UIN Sunan Kalijaga lecturers.

This event marks the beginning of a closer collaboration between the DIY Regional Tax Office and UIN Sunan Kalijaga, which is expected to have a positive impact on the development of human resource capacity in the field of taxation and contribute significantly to fostering a tax-aware society.