Students of Universitas ‘Aisyiyah (UNISA) Yogyakarta’s Community Service Program (KKN) group 83 managed to turn plastic waste into beautiful artworks and useful planting media in Nogosari 1 Hamlet, Wukirsari Village, Imogiri, Bantul. Together with PKK women and local youth, they have created a new innovation in plastic waste management which has been a serious problem.
Plastic Waste
In an activity that took place in August 2024, UNISA KKN students invited residents to recycle used plastic bottles into unique plant pots. The bottles were hollowed out, painted colorful, then filled with planting media and vegetable seeds. In addition, the tops of the bottles were transformed into beautiful decorative flowers, while used plastic cups were arranged into interesting arrangements.
“We want to show that plastic waste can be transformed into something valuable and useful,” said Diana, one of the students.
“By turning plastic bottles into plant pots, we are not only reducing waste, but also encouraging a more environmentally friendly lifestyle.” She added.
This activity not only benefits the environment, but also strengthens the relationship between residents. The PKK ladies and local youth were very enthusiastic in participating in this activity. They were happy to be able to contribute to keeping the environment clean and creating beautiful works of art.
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In the spirit of gotong royong, students of Universitas ‘Aisyiyah Yogyakarta (UNISA) Community Service Program (KKN) group 27 succeeded in giving a fresh touch to Dabag 1 Hamlet, Plumbon Village, Kapanewon Temon, Kulon Progo. Through the work program of revitalizing the kamling post, monument, and making new signposts, UNISA KKN students have contributed significantly to improving the aesthetics and function of public facilities in the village.
Public Facilities
For three full days on September 6 – 8, 2024, UNISA KKN students and the youth of Dabag 1 Hamlet worked together to repaint the kamling post and village monument. Before the painting process, the surface to be painted was cleaned first for maximum results. Bright colors such as green, yellow, and white were chosen to give a cheerful and fresh impression to the public facilities.
In addition, UNISA KKN students also made new signs that are more informative and attractive. These signs are expected to help the residents of Dabag 1 Hamlet to more easily find important locations in the village.
Muhammad Afif Risky Pradana, as the head of the activity, expressed his appreciation to all parties who have supported the implementation of this work program.
“We hope that this activity can strengthen the relationship between KKN students and residents of Dabag 1 Hamlet, and increase public awareness of the importance of maintaining public facilities,” he said.
Akbar, Head of Dabag 1 Hamlet, welcomed the initiative of UNISA KKN students. “We are very grateful for the assistance of UNISA KKN students. Hopefully this activity can be an example for other young people to participate in building the village,” he said.
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Universitas ‘Aisyiyah (UNISA) Yogyakarta held a Parent/Guardian Meeting for New Students in 2024 at the Convention Hall of Walidah Dahlan Mosque, Saturday, September 14, 2024. The event was attended by 2,350 parents/guardians of new students, both offline and online. With the theme Collaboration between Parents and Gen Z Towards a Resilient Generation, this activity aims to strengthen the synergy between parents and children in facing future challenges.
Parents’ Meeting
In her speech, the Rector of UNISA Yogyakarta, Dr. Warsiti, S.Kp., M.Kep., Sp.Mat., welcomed all parents and new students. “Welcome to the health-minded campus, thank you for the trust given to UNISA as a place of learning for your children,” said Dr. Warsiti. She also expressed her pride that UNISA managed to select 2,350 students from a total of 6,240 applicants. Furthermore, Dr. Warsiti explained that UNISA continues to prove its quality as a great university under the auspices of Aisyiyah, the largest Islamic women’s organization in Indonesia, with a history that began in 1963 and became a university in 2016. “We have made achievements with a superior institutional accreditation, 55% of study programs are accredited as excellent and 45% are accredited as very good. In addition, the Ministry of Research and Technology gave UNISA the trust to establish a Faculty of Medicine last August,” he added.
UNISA students come from all provinces in Indonesia, with the largest percentage coming from Java (45.7%), followed by Sumatra, West Nusa Tenggara, Kalimantan, Sulawesi, and Yogyakarta Special Region.
Meanwhile, the Chairperson of the Daily Board of Trustees (BPH) of UNISA Yogyakarta, Dr. Noordjannah Djohantini, MM, MSi, in her speech emphasized the importance of collaboration between parents and children in forming a strong and morally sound generation. “Let us collaborate together and continue to pray for our children so that they grow up to be strong individuals, able to face the future, and become a generation that is great, useful, and has good character,” she said.
In the discussion session, the Chairperson of the Psychology Study Program, Andhita Dyorita K, S.Psi, M.Psi, Psychologist, provided insight into tips for building effective communication between parents and Gen Z. Some of the key points delivered included the importance of utilizing technology to listen and share, asking questions without judgment, giving appreciation, showing empathy, and being a role model for children. In addition, instilling Islamic values and unconditional love is an important foundation in the relationship between parents and children.
This event is expected to strengthen the relationship between parents and new students in realizing a resilient, useful, and noble character generation in the future. And as a form of communication forum between UNISA Yogyakarta and parents/guardians of new students.
Stunting, a growth problem in children under five, is still a serious concern in Indonesia. To overcome this problem, supplementary feeding (PMT) is one of the effective solutions. In Padukuhan Kramen, KKN students from Universitas ‘Aisyiyah Yogyakarta (UNISA) participated in stunting prevention efforts by actively participating in Posyandu Dahlia activities on Sunday, September 08, 2024.
The Importance of PMT in Preventing Stunting
Supplementary feeding plays a crucial role in preventing stunting. Nutritious foods rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals such as vitamin A, iron, and zinc can : Fill Nutritional Deficiencies: Nut rients that are not met from daily food can be fulfilled through PMT. Enhance Immunity: A strong immune system will protect children from various diseases. Support Physical Growth: Height, weight, and other physical development will be optimized with adequate nutritional intake. Improves Cognitive Ability : Adequate nutrition is essential for children’s brain development.
KKN UNISA Yogyakarta: Synergy to Prevent Stunting
The nine UNISA Yogyakarta KKN students, namely Febri Ferdinan, Annisa Restu Latifa, and others, have made a real contribution to the activities of Posyandu Dahlia. They not only assisted in the implementation of activities, but also provided education to mothers about the importance of PMT and how to choose nutritious food for children.
Education and Socialization are Key to Stunting Prevention
In addition to providing PMT, education and socialization to parents and the community is very important. By understanding the importance of nutrition, parents will be more selective in choosing food for their children. The government, health organizations, and educational institutions also have an important role in providing accurate and easy-to-understand information about stunting prevention.
Synergy for the Future of Indonesian Children
Stunting prevention efforts require cooperation from various parties. The collaboration between UNISA Yogyakarta KKN students, Posyandu Dahlia, and the community of Padukuhan Kramen is a clear example that with synergy, we can create a healthy and smart young generation.
Students of KKN Regular 04 Notoprajan University of ‘Aisyiyah (UNISA) Yogyakarta once again showed their concern for the surrounding community. This time, they successfully held a socialization of the Sakinah Family and free blood sugar health checks in the courtyard of the RW 02 Serangan hall, Notoprajan Village, Kemantren Ngampilan, Yogyakarta City.
The event, which took place on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, attracted 55 housewives in the area. The main objective of this activity is to increase the community’s understanding of the concept of a sakinah family and early detection of diabetes.
Sakinah Family
As a resource person, Mrs. Sri Lestari Linawati, S.S., M.S.I., AIK lecturer at UNISA Yogyakarta, provided very useful material on the importance of building a sakinah family. In addition to listening to the material, participants were also invited to participate in interactive activities such as making a family puzzle from origami paper.
Free Health Checks and Positive Community Response
Before the main event began, the KKN 04 health team provided free health checks and blood sugar checks for all participants. The enthusiasm of the community was very high, as evidenced by their eager attendance.
Mrs. Tari, as the PKK RW 2 in Serangan, expressed her appreciation for the event. “The event was interesting and successful. Many people attended and were active in participating in the activities,” she said.
In line with Ibu Tari, Ibu Tanti as the head of PKK RW 02 in Serangan hopes that socialization activities like this can continue. “Hopefully this Sakinah Family socialization can be useful for the surrounding community,” she said.
