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High Divorce Rates Prompt UNISA Yogyakarta Lecturers to Train Mothers in Magelang to Become Sakinah Family Cadres

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Concerned about the high divorce rate, the Community Partnership Program (PKM) team from ‘Aisyiyah University (UNISA) Yogyakarta took action. They trained 20 women from the ‘Aisyiyah Dukun Branch in Magelang to become Planned Sakinah Family Cadres (KKSB).

The Training of Trainers (TOT) event, held on Saturday (September 5), aimed to equip the cadres with the skills to assist the community, especially young married couples, in order to prevent divorce.

The head of the PKM team, Dr. Yuli Isnaini, S.Kep., M.Kep., Sp.Mat., revealed that the Dukun sub-district was chosen because the divorce rate in the area is quite high. According to her, early marriage without proper preparation is one of the main factors that trigger marital breakdown.

“Young people are the primary target because many cases of early marriage involve individuals who are not adequately prepared and lack guidance. This is the main factor behind the high divorce rate,” Yuli explained in her statement.

These KKSB cadres are expected to become active agents of change who nurture vulnerable groups. After this training, the program will continue with the formation of the Sakinah Empowered Family Community (KKSB) and ongoing mentoring.

One of the students involved, Khoirul Wildan, said he gained new insights from this activity.

“Even though we are not yet married, our minds have been opened to new ways of building a sakinah family in the future,” he said.

This initiative is a concrete step taken by UNISA Yogyakarta to strengthen family resilience and reduce divorce rates at the grassroots level.

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Reducing Hypertension Risk, UNISA Community Service Students Encourage Sleman Residents to Apply Balanced Nutrition

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 Students from the Community Service Program (KKN) Group 49 of ‘Aisyiyah University (UNISA) Yogyakarta held a health education session on the risks of hypertension and balanced nutrition for residents of Gentingan Hamlet, Sidoagung, Sleman. The event, which was held on Wednesday (September 3, 2025), aimed to raise awareness among residents about the dangers of high blood pressure and the importance of a healthy diet.

This program was initiated after observing that many residents still lacked understanding of the risk factors for hypertension and how daily eating habits could influence it. Therefore, this educational initiative serves as an effective and easily implementable preventive measure.

During the session, the students did not merely deliver one-way instruction. Residents were encouraged to discuss, ask questions, and even practice measuring blood pressure correctly. The students also provided informative posters as practical guides for the community.

Darsono, head of RW 06 Gentingan Hamlet, welcomed this activity. “This activity broadens residents’ knowledge about how to manage their health. I hope programs like this will continue to be developed,” he said.

The residents’ enthusiasm was evident from their active participation. Field Supervisor (DPL) Erni Saharuddin S.SOS., MPA., added that this activity builds public awareness to be more concerned about diet and the importance of early health checkups.

“The active involvement of residents is the key to the success of this program. We are grateful for their enthusiasm,” said the head of the KKN group, Muhammad Agyl Aulia Al Ghiffari.

Through this program, UNISA Yogyakarta is realizing its commitment to the Impactful Campus program, in which universities become agents of positive change in the field of public health.

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Malaysian Students Study Nursing and Culture at UNISA Yogyakarta

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An international atmosphere returned to Universitas ‘Aisyiyah (UNISA) Yogyakarta with the arrival of a delegation from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Malaysia. Seven students and two accompanying lecturers will participate in the five-day “International Inbound Mobility” program, which runs from Monday (September 8) to Friday (September 12).

This program is designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience. Participants will not only study in the classroom, but will also go out into the field to observe nursing practices in Indonesia. An exciting agenda has been prepared, including a hospital visit to PKU Muhammadiyah Gamping and a community service program at SMK Negeri 2 Godean.

The Deputy Dean III of the Faculty of Health Sciences at UNISA Yogyakarta, Wantonoro, Ph.D., warmly welcomed the UiTM delegation. He stated that this collaboration will be a two-way partnership.

“Welcome. Among many universities, UNISA Yogyakarta was chosen. Next year, it will be our turn to send students to UiTM in the same program, not only from the nursing department,” said Wantonoro.

In between academic activities, UiTM students will also be taken on a tour to learn about the rich culture of Yogyakarta. Ts. DR. Sharifah Shafinaz binti SH Abdullah, one of the accompanying lecturers from UiTM, explained that their main objective is to study nursing science while gaining hands-on experience in Indonesian hospitals.

This visit is expected to be the beginning of broader collaboration, not only limited to student exchanges, but also extending to joint research and scientific publications for the development of nursing science in both countries.

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Thoroughly Examining the Law on Breast Milk Banks and Stem Cells, ‘Aisyiyah Holds Fatwa Discussion at UNISA Yogyakarta

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Along with the rapid development of health technology, various crucial questions have arisen that require answers from a Sharia perspective. Responding to this challenge, the Central Leadership (PP) of ‘Aisyiyah took an important step by holding a Tarjih Fatwa Discussion on three pressing issues: the law on breast milk banks, the use of stem cells for health, and the treatment of embryo remains from IVF programs.

The event, initiated by the Tabligh and Ketarjihan Council and the Health Council of PP ‘Aisyiyah, took place at ‘Aisyiyah University (UNISA) Yogyakarta on September 11-12, 2025. The discussion aimed to provide legal certainty and guidance for Muslims in Indonesia.

UNISA Yogyakarta Rector Dr. Warsiti, S.Kp., M.Kep., Sp.Mat., emphasized the relevance of this discussion in her opening remarks. She cited her university’s desire to establish a stem cell laboratory, which raises fundamental questions about its permissibility in Islam.

“We want to have a stem cell laboratory, and then the question arises whether this is permissible according to the fatwa council on stem cells,” said Warsiti.

Meanwhile, Secretary of the Tarjih Council of PP Muhammadiyah, Muhamad Rofiq Muzakkir, Lc., M.A., Ph.D., explained that these modern issues are very complex and cannot be answered by one expert alone. Therefore, Muhammadiyah and ‘Aisyiyah always prioritize collective ijtihad.

“Ijtihad must be carried out in an interdisciplinary manner, combining various expertise in fiqh and dalil,” said Muzakkir.

The discussion, officially opened by the Chairperson of the Central Board of ‘Aisyiyah, Dr. Apt. Salmah Orbayinah, M.Kes., was attended by 96 participants from across Indonesia in a hybrid format. The outcomes of this discussion are highly anticipated as fatwas that will serve as concrete guidelines for the community.

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UNISA Yogyakarta Lecturer Achieves Success with Two Innovative Patents

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 Universitas ‘Aisyiyah (UNISA) Yogyakarta has once again made itself proud through one of its outstanding lecturers, Wantonoro, M.Kep., Sp.Kep.MB., Ph.D., who has successfully created two innovative works in the field of health and nursing. Known for his creativity, Wantonoro developed the Squeeze Ball with a Squeeze Recording System (ID S000010052) as a rehabilitation therapy tool to support patient recovery, and the Elimination Assistance Chair for Hip Fracture Recovery Patients (ID S000006958), which provides a practical solution for patient comfort and independence.

These two works are not merely products, but tangible contributions by Wantonoro to improving the quality of healthcare services. In addition to innovating, he is also actively writing international scientific publications on topics such as palliative care, the quality of life of the elderly after hip fracture surgery, the role of family in diabetes wound care, and emotional support for hemodialysis patients. His works not only enrich nursing science but also serve as important references for healthcare practitioners in Indonesia and around the world.

Wantonoro’s long journey in the academic world is full of ups and downs. From his master’s degree, specialist program, to his Ph.D., he went through each process with perseverance and consistency. “For me, every step in education is proof that sincerity will not betray the results. I hope this story can inspire students not to give up easily in achieving their dreams,” he said.

In closing, Wantonoro advised students and the younger generation to always strive for progress in everything they do. “What has been started must be completed properly. That is the form of responsibility and commitment that will lead us to great achievements,” he said.

With the achievements he has attained, Wantonoro has not only brought honor to his name but also become a great source of pride for UNISA Yogyakarta as a university that continues to support the emergence of innovation and tangible contributions in the field of health.

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