Jakarta, Sept. 12 -- Indonesia's six human rights institutions announced the formation of a joint independent fact-finding team on Friday to investigate unrest that occurred across several regions last August.

The team comprises the National Commission for Human Rights (Komnas HAM), National Commission on Violence Against Women, Indonesia's Ombudsman, Witness and Victim Protection Agency (LPSK), Indonesian Commission for Child Protection (KPAI), and the National Commission for Disability (KND).

Komnas HAM Chair Anis Hidayah said the initiative reflects a shared commitment to uncover facts and produce a comprehensive report on the events.

"In addition to fact-finding, the team will assess victims' conditions, review government follow-up...