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UNISA Yogyakarta Improves The Quality of Life For The Elderly Through Training For Health Cadres In Balecatur

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Universitas ‘Aisyiyah (UNISA) Yogyakarta held intensive training for elderly cadres in Balecatur, Sleman, Yogyakarta, on Sunday, February 9, 2025. Held at the Kalurahan Balecatur Meeting Building, the training was attended by 60 participants who were representatives of the Aisyiyah Branch Leaders (PRA), Family Welfare Empowerment (PKK), Integrated Service Post (Posyandu), and Integrated Service and Counseling Post for the Elderly (Posbindu). This activity is a form of UNISA Yogyakarta’s commitment to improving the health and quality of life of the elderly, especially in the Special Region of Yogyakarta (DIY).

Balecatur Village Head, Andri Septianto, SH, in various ways emphasized the importance of sustainable synergy between UNISA Yogyakarta, the Branch Leaders of ‘Aisyiyah (PRA), and Balecatur Village. This collaboration is expected to provide optimal promotive and preventive services for the community, especially for the elderly community in Balecatur. He welcomed the initiation of UNISA and hoped that similar programs could continue.

The head of PRA, Mrs. Hj. Suprihatin, said that the issue of the elderly has been a major focus of ‘Aisyiyah for a long time. The presence of UNISA lecturers and students is considered very helpful in increasing the capacity of health cadres, especially in providing the best service for the elderly. ‘Aisyiyah is committed to realizing healthy, active, and productive elderly people who are beneficial to their surroundings.

The Head of the UNISA Yogyakarta Community Service Team, Indriani, explained that this activity is an implementation of the Tri Darma of Higher Education, namely community service. This program aims to improve the health of the elderly in Yogyakarta by promoting physical activity as the key to independence in old age. DIY, especially Sleman, has the highest proportion of elderly people in Indonesia. Sleman has the highest average life expectancy (ALE) of 75.26 years, while the ALE in DIY is 74.91 years. Sleman also has the largest elderly population in DIY, with 168,527 people. This condition demands serious attention to the health and quality of life of the elderly.

Indriani added that this community service program was designed to improve the ability of elderly cadres to manage the health of the elderly by increasing the promotion of physical activity. With in-depth knowledge of the elderly, health risks, the importance of physical activity, and proper physical activity practices, it is hoped that cadres can become agents of change in their communities. They can provide education, motivation, and support to the elderly to be active and live a healthier and better quality of life.

Physical activity is a crucial factor in maintaining the health and quality of life of the elderly. Physical activity is not only limited to sports, but also includes daily body movements, such as walking, gardening, or cleaning the house. Regular physical activity can improve muscle strength, stiffness, and balance, as well as reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, sarcopenia, and osteoporosis. However, there are still many elderly people who do not understand the concept of physical activity and its benefits, often due to physical limitations, lack of information, or lack of motivation. Therefore, it is important to raise awareness of the importance of physical activity for the elderly and provide the support and facilities needed.

The role of cadres is very important in promoting physical activity to the elderly in the community. This training focuses on improving the knowledge and skills of cadres in the promotion of physical activity, starting with health screening, providing comprehensive material, and ending with the practice of physical activity. The material presented includes the concept of the elderly and its changes, degenerative diseases, the concept of physical activity and its benefits, the practice of physical activity for the elderly according to WHO recommendations, the promotion of physical activity for the elderly, and strategies to increase the participation of the elderly in physical activity.

The UNISA Yogyakarta Community Service Team in charge consisted of lecturers from the Physiotherapy Study Program, namely Indriani, SKM., MSc, Veni Fatmawati, SST., MFis, Andry Ariyanto, SST., MOr, and Nor Faeza Kaeni, SS., MA, who acted as speakers. The last training session was filled with physical activity exercises, including endurance and stretching exercises that are safe for the elderly.

One of the training participants revealed, “This training is very beneficial for us. We gained a lot of new knowledge and practical practices that we can immediately apply in serving the elderly.”

It is estimated that, through this training, cadres can be at the forefront of motivating and facilitating the elderly in Balecatur to live healthier and more active lives through directed physical activities. This activity has received appreciation from various parties and is expected to be an example for efforts to improve the quality of life of the elderly in other areas.

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LPPI UNISA Yogyakarta Holds Baitul Arqam Purna 2025: Increasing The Capacity of Cadres For The Benefit of The Ummah

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The Institute for the Study and Practice of Islam (LPPI) at ‘Aisyiyah University (UNISA) Yogyakarta has successfully opened the Baitul Arqam Purna (BAP) 2025 activities which will take place from February 3 to 15, 2025. BAP aims to provide knowledge, experience, and organizational skills, as well as preparing students to enter the world of work and society.

This activity was attended by final year students from various faculties at UNISA Yogyakarta. Baitul Arqam Purna is the main cadre training in the ‘Aisyiyah organization which must be attended by all students at ‘Aisyiyah Higher Education Institutions throughout Indonesia.

This year’s BAP 2025 has the theme ‘Increasing Cadres Capacity, Bringing Benefits to All’. This theme was chosen as UNISA Yogyakarta’s commitment to producing cadres who are not only competent in the academic field, but also have a high social spirit and are able to make positive contributions to society.

The Chancellor of UNISA Yogyakarta, Dr. Warsiti, S.Kp., M.Kep., Sp.Mat, in her remarks said that as many as 800 students participating in the BAP will get a strengthening of Muhammadiyah ‘Aisyiyah ideology. Warsiti also added that this opportunity is a privilege for UNISA Yogyakarta students, because they can learn directly from important figures in ‘Aisyiyah.

“Maybe only you UNISA Yogyakarta students who get this kind of opportunity, because it will not be obtained outside of UNISA with materials that will be obtained from the general chairman of the ‘Aisyiyah Central Leadership because UNISA is directly under it,” said Warsiti.

The Chairperson of the ‘Aisyiyah Central Leadership (PPA), Dr. apt. Salmah Orbayinah, M.Kes, was also present to encourage the BAP participants. She advised students to always be committed to building and contributing to the surrounding community by spreading kindness.

“The purpose of holding this BAP is to increase the capacity of charitable work with good cadres, equipped with qualified abilities in the field of learning and in the spiritual field. Of course, we are expected to become cadres who are able to improve and develop the capacity of charitable work,” said Salmah.

The BAP 2025 activities are divided into 6 batches to ensure that all participants can participate fully in the activities. Apart from receiving material from the speakers, participants are also invited to discuss, exchange experiences, and formulate solutions to various problems faced by the community.

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Anesthesiology Nursing Study Program, Universitas `Aisyiyah Yogyakarta Undergoes Field Assessment from LAMPT-Kes

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Anesthesiology Nursing Study Program, Universitas `Aisyiyah Yogyakarta The Applied Undergraduate Program, Faculty of Health Sciences (FIKes), Universitas `Aisyiyah (UNISA) Yogyakarta is undergoing an important process in improving the quality of education, namely accreditation field assessment from the Independent Accreditation Institution for Health Colleges (LAMPT-Kes). This field assessment lasted for three days, from February 6 to 8, 2025, and was located in the courtroom of the Siti Moendjijah building, UNISA Yogyakarta campus.

The field assessment process is a crucial stage in the study program accreditation cycle. The aim is to verify, validate, and clarify the data and information that has been presented in the study program’s performance documents and self-evaluation reports. In addition, the assessors also conducted a direct assessment of various field aspects in the Anesthesiology Nursing Study Program. This assessment includes facilities, human resources, learning processes, and the quality of graduates.

LAMPT-Kes, as an independent accreditation agency with authority in assessing the quality of higher education in health in Indonesia, appointed two competent assessors to carry out this important task at UNISA Yogyakarta. The second assessor was Hiryadi, M.Kep., Sp.Kom, and I Gede Putu Darma Suyasa, S.Kp., MNg, Ph.D. The presence of these two assessors was a valuable momentum for the Anesthesiology study program to obtain external validation of the quality of education that has been pursued so far.

The First Vice Chancellor of UNISA Yogyakarta, Dr. Sulistyaningsih, S.KM., MH.Kes, in her speech expressed her pride and optimism towards the Anesthesiology Nursing Study Program. She revealed that this study program is one of the most competitive study programs at UNISA, with a strict selection process that is able to attract high-quality students. Sulistyaningsih further added that the quality of graduates of the Anesthesiology study program has been recognized by various parties, as evidenced by the number of graduates who have been booked by hospitals and other health institutions even before they officially completed their studies.

“We really hope for constructive input from the assessors for the future development of the Anesthesiology study program. If there are any shortcomings in the data and information that we have provided, we are ready to make improvements. We also have high hopes that the accreditation of the Anesthesiology Nursing Study Program can be upgraded from a B rating to an Excellent rating,” said Dr. Sulistyaningsih hopefully.

Hiryadi, M.Kep.,Sp.Kom, as one of the LAMPT-Kes assessors, expressed his appreciation for the warmth and preparation that the UNISA Yogyakarta team had shown in welcoming this field assessment. Hiryadi also requested the support and cooperation of the entire team appointed by UNISA Yogyakarta so that the field assessment process could run smoothly and efficiently.

“We ask for the assistance and cooperation of the entire team appointed by UNISA Yogyakarta in this field assessment process. The smoothness and ease of this process will greatly help us in completing this field assessment task on time, so that we can immediately send the field assessment report to LAMPT-Kes according to the predetermined schedule,” said Hiryadi.

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Unisa Yogyakarta Students Explore The Largest Water Village In Southeast Asia

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As part of the Interprofessional Practice Project, 20 students from the Master of Midwifery Study Program at Universitas ‘Aisyiyah (Unisa) Yogyakarta, paid a visit to Kampong Ayer, an iconic settlement in Brunei Darussalam, on Friday (31/1/2025). This activity is part of a collaboration program with Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) which aims to broaden cross-cultural insights and deepen understanding of the health system and social life of the local community.

Kampong Ayer, dubbed the ‘Venice of the East‘, is located in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei and is the largest water village in Southeast Asia. Located on the banks of the Brunei River, the area consists of traditional houses standing on wooden stilts, complete with schools of various levels, fire departments, police stations, cultural galleries, mosques, clinics, and other public facilities connected by wooden bridges and boats as the main means of transportation.

The Interprofessional Practice Project program was accompanied by Prof. Dr. Mufdlilah, S.SiT., M.Sc and Dr. Askuri, M.Si. During the visit, Unisa Yogyakarta students had the opportunity to talk directly with local residents, understand the lifestyle of people who still maintain traditions, and observe how access to health services is provided to the residents of Kampong Ayer.

“I am very amazed to see how the people of Kampong Ayer maintain their cultural heritage. Despite living on the water, the facilities here are quite complete, and the people are very friendly. This has been a very valuable experience for us to understand cultural sustainability and health challenges in this community,” said Yuriska Verina, a student of the Master of Midwifery Study Program at Unisa Yogyakarta.

This visit not only provided academic insights but also strengthened the relationship between Unisa Yogyakarta and UBD in the health, social, and cultural fields. The students hope that this kind of collaboration can continue in the future so that more valuable experiences can be gained in building a global perspective.

With the end of this visit, UNISA Yogyakarta students brought home precious memories and deep lessons about the life of the people of Kampong Ayer, which prove that tradition and progress can go hand in hand in harmony.Authors: Yuriska Verina and Awwal Al-fauzia N (Master’s Student in Midwifery, UNISA Yogyakarta), Prof. Dr. Mufdlilah, S.SiT., M.Sc and Dr. Askuri, M.Si (Lecturer in Midwifery, UNISA Yogyakarta)

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The Lowdown On 3 Kilogram LPG Gas Policy

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The dynamics of the 3-kilogram (kg) subsidized LPG gas policy continue to be discussed and often become an arena for debate in the community. On the one hand, 3 kg LPG gas is considered the right solution for the community after the gas conversion policy, but on the other hand with the concept of subsidies borne by the state budget, the existence of 3 kg LPG gas is considered a burden for the government. If we look at history, the presence of 3 kg subsidized LPG gas cannot be separated from the role of the SBY-Jusuf Kalla era government, Jusuf Kalla, who at that time served as Vice President of the Republic of Indonesia, is considered a meritorious party in the effort to convert kerosene to gas, which is mathematically considered to save the state budget up to trillions of rupiah.

In the course of its implementation, despite experiencing a Cultural Jump Phase between 2007-2010, where people were still unprepared for the adjustment, a series of technical accidents and even explosions in the use of 3 kg gas, in fact this conversion policy was gradually accepted by the wider community. The peak benefits of this policy were seen in 2015, marked by the decline in kerosene use from 9.85 million kilo liters in 2007 to only 850 thousand kilo liters in 2015.

The success of suppressing the use of kerosene and maximizing the use of 3 kg LPG gas still has some hidden problems. The government did succeed in suppressing the use of kerosene, but the subsidy scheme applied to the distribution and use of 3 kg LPG gas disrupted the government’s budgetary capacity. One of the crucial moments occurred between 2016-2020 when the government was trying to find the best way to implement a closed subsidy system to ensure that the distribution of 3 kg LPG gas was better targeted.

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When it comes to implementing policies for the benefit of the wider community, we must admit that data accuracy and technical implementation are almost always an obstacle in various policy implementations in Indonesia, and the implementation of 3 kg LPG gas subsidies is no exception. It should be recognized that the distribution and use of 3 kg LPG gas is still not well-targeted. This condition eventually forced the government to try to implement a trial and error policy to overcome the problem in the short term.

Unfortunately, in the context of the implementation of the 3 kg LPG gas distribution policy, the government is considered to lack coordination, miscalculate and forget about the impact aspect of the policy. Policies that were considered sudden, lacked socialization, and did not favor the community eventually received negative responses from various groups. Both those who use 3 kg LPG gas and those who do not. The public could not accept that basic and very private needs such as cooking in the home kitchen had to be met with a long and time-consuming queuing process at the gas station. Even worse, it is reported that in some locations the queue has claimed lives. This is certainly unacceptable to the common sense of people living in a country that is considered capable of managing its natural resources (especially natural gas).

Pressure to cancel the distribution of 3 kg LPG gas centralized at Pertamina’s official bases continued to echo and spread quickly. In the end, the policy was overturned by previous policymakers. Again and again, trial and error policy mechanisms are used to test public response. This pattern shows that policies are often not reasonable and do not go through a structured and in-depth study process.

The 3 kg LPG gas subsidy, which reaches Rp87 trillion each year, can indeed be categorized as a sector that burdens the state budget. However, drastically changing the policy without taking into account the short-term and long-term impacts also has the potential to create a chaotic situation in society. Careful coordination, thought, commitment and execution are needed to ensure that the distribution of 3 kg gas is better targeted. One way that can be used as an alternative to ensure that the 3 kg gas subsidy can be better targeted is through simplifying the process and verifying the eligibility of 3 kg gas subsidy recipients through a digital system. A digital system based on the community’s Population Identification Number (NIK) can be applied to both sellers at the base and retail levels as well as household consumers. A comprehensive and robust digital system needs to be built so that both sellers and buyers are verified as eligible for the subsidy. A strong and integrated digital system is believed to minimize the misuse of 3 kg LPG gas subsidy distribution.

In the end, the basic needs of the community should be properly guaranteed by the government. The government’s duty is to ensure that all forms of basic needs of the community can be met easily, safely and comfortably. The quality of public policy is the key answer that must be given to the government to the community. This can only be fulfilled through a mature and well-structured process.

Author: Gerry Katon Mahendra, S.IP., M.I.P.-Public Administration UNISA Yogyakarta

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