Hidup Sehat

In an effort to raise global awareness about the importance of a healthy lifestyle, students of the Midwifery master program at Universitas ‘Aisyiyah (UNISA) Yogyakarta successfully held an international Community Service (PKM) at Kyoto Koka Women’s University, Japan. This activity focused on the theme “Healthy Life Style” and directly involved students and lecturers from both universities, Thursday (19/09).

Healthy Life Style

UNISA Yogyakarta is a private university with a good reputation in the field of health. With the vision of becoming a superior Islamic university in the field of health, UNISA continues to be committed to producing quality graduates who are able to contribute to improving the quality of life of the community.

Dr. Dewi Rokhanawati, S.SiT., M.PH, Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences at UNISA Yogyakarta, expressed her pride for the active participation of female students in this program.

“This is our real step in realizing our commitment to advancing public health globally. Through international collaborations like this, we hope to inspire more people to adopt a healthy lifestyle,” she said.

During the event, students from both universities shared their knowledge on the importance of a balanced diet, regular physical activity, and effective stress management techniques. An interactive Q&A session was also held to enrich the participants’ understanding.

International Collaboration for a Healthier Future

The partnership between UNISA Yogyakarta and Kyoto Koka Women’s University was further strengthened through the implementation of this international PKM. Both higher education institutions agree that cross-cultural exchange of knowledge and experience is essential in facing global health challenges.

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Sehat Jiwa 2

The Health Assembly of ‘Aisyiyah Yogyakarta Special Region (DIY) is taking significant steps in addressing the increasingly debilitating mental health problem. In the face of data from the 2023 Indonesian Health Survey that shows DIY has the highest prevalence of mental disorders, ‘Aisyyah initiated an innovative program called Ranting Siaga Sehat Jiwa, Thursday (03/10).

Ranting

The program was launched to coincide with World Mental Health Day, as a form of ‘Aisyyah’s commitment to increasing awareness and access to mental health services for the community. The Chairperson of the Health Assembly, Dr. dr Istianah, M.Sc, expressed her hope that this program can be a real solution in overcoming the increasingly complex problem of mental disorders.

Early Detection Training is Key

In an effort to strengthen this program, the ‘Aisyyah Health Assembly has organized training on early detection of mental disorders for Health Assembly administrators from all districts in Yogyakarta. The training was led by Dr. Ns. Mamnuah, Sp. Kep.J, Deputy Chairperson of the Health Assembly and lecturer in Mental Nursing at the University of `Aisyiyah (UNISA) Yogyakarta, aimed to equip administrators with the knowledge and skills to identify early symptoms of mental illness.

“By recognizing the signs of mental disorders early on, we can provide appropriate interventions and prevent the condition from getting worse,” said Mamnuah.

The training also urged the importance of removing negative stigma towards health issues, so that people are more open to seeking help.

Collaboration is the key to success

Collaboration between the various levels of the ‘Aisyyah organization, from regions to wards, is key to the success of this program. By involving all levels of society, it is hoped that efforts to prevent and treat mental disorders can be more effective. “We hope that Ranting Siaga Sehat Jiwa can become a model for other regions in overcoming mental health problems,” Istianah added.

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Perpustakaan

The Muhammadiyah ‘Aisyiyah Higher Education Library Forum (FPPTMA) officially collaborated with the University of Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) Library. The signing of the Letter of Intent (LoI), which took place solemnly at the University of ‘Aisyiyah (UNISA) Yogyakarta, marked a new chapter in the development of quality library services within Muhammadiyah ‘Aisyiyah Universities (PTMA), Tuesday (08/10).

Library

This collaboration is expected to improve the quality of PTMA library services, enrich collections, and encourage human resource development. Some of the activities that will be carried out in the framework of this cooperation include:

Librarian exchange

This program aims to improve the competence of librarians through work experience in different environments.

Collection development

Both parties will share collections, both in physical and digital form, to enrich the information resources available to users.

Training and workshops

These activities will focus on building the capacity of librarians in collection management, information services, and utilization of information technology.

Joint research

Cooperation in research is expected to produce new innovations in service development.

Irkhamiyati, Chairperson of FPPTMA, expressed her optimism for the success of this collaboration.

“Collaboration with UMT is a strategic step to improve the quality of PTMA library services. We hope that this collaboration can provide significant benefits for the entire PTMA academic community,” she said.

Haji Abu Hassan bin Ghazali, representative of the Chief Librarian of Sultanah Nur Zahirah Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, also welcomed the collaboration.

“We are very enthusiastic to cooperate with FPPTMA. We believe this cooperation will make a positive contribution to the development of both countries,” he said.

In many ways, Moh Ali Imron, M.Fis, Vice Rector 4 for Cooperation and International Affairs at UNISA Yogyakarta, emphasized the importance of literacy in human civilization.

“Libraries have existed long before schools, and have proven to be the guardians of civilization. Therefore, good management is very important to be improved,” he said.

In addition to the signing of the LoI, the series of events also included visits to the Muhammadiyah Museum and Ahmad Dahlan University Library, as well as a librarianship talk show featuring speakers from the Head of UMY Library and representatives from UMT. This activity aims to strengthen relationships between librarians and enrich knowledge about the latest librarianship developments.

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Sumpah Profesi 1

‘Aisyiyah University (UNISA) Yogyakarta held a professional oath ceremony at the Convention Hall of Walidah Dahlan Mosque on Sunday (6/10). A total of 538 graduates from various health professions took the oath. The oath participants came from various professions, including midwives, radiographers, medical laboratory technologists, anesthesiologists, and nurses.

Profession Oath

Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences (FIKES) UNISA Yogyakarta, Dr. Dewi Rokhanawati, MPH, in her speech said that this event was the first milestone for the graduates to enter the world of health professions. “After today’s event, you will all face the challenge of implementing the knowledge and skills you have acquired. UNISA through the Career Development Center (CDC) has prepared the graduates to face the world of work through alumni briefing,” she said.

Dr. Dewi also emphasized the importance of adaptation to change and the ability of graduates to contribute to society, maintain the good name of the alma mater, and uphold integrity and noble character in carrying out the profession. “You must be able to innovate, compete globally, and always adhere to the values of professionalism,” she added. He also expressed his gratitude to the cooperation partners and preceptors who have supported the success of the alumni.

Vice Rector I for Academic Affairs, Dr. Sulistyaningsih, MHKes, in her speech advised the graduates to utilize technology to support health services. “However, behind technological advances, challenges remain. Empathy is still needed in every health service. Triple burden diseases, namely infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases, and new diseases, are challenges that must be faced together, including through interprofessional collaboration,” she said.

Dr. Sulistyaningsih also emphasized that UNISA Yogyakarta graduates are equipped with progressive Islamic values and UNISA’s basic values, such as noble character, trustworthiness, professionalism, collaboration, and excellence, to be applied in professional life.

The Chairperson of the Indonesian Anesthesiologist Association (IPAI), Irham Syaifudin, S.Kep.Ns, MM, MARS, who also attended the event, said that the challenges in the world of health are increasingly complex. “It takes sincerity and enthusiasm to continue learning. Today is the beginning of the graduates’ service according to their respective professions, with integrity, discipline, and professional ethics as the main foundation,” he said. Irham also congratulated the graduates on their achievements and hoped they could carry out their profession with dedication.

This professional oath ceremony marks the beginning of the career journey for UNISA Yogyakarta graduates in the world of health. The graduates are expected to be able to contribute professionally and with integrity in the community, in accordance with the values that have been instilled during their education at UNISA Yogyakarta.
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Muhammadiyah

Muhammadiyah

In an effort to realize equal and inclusive education, the Muhammadiyah Central Leadership’s Civilization and Human Resources Assembly (MPKSDI), together with Suara Muhammadiyah and ‘Aisyiyah University (UNISA) Yogyakarta, held a book review “Measuring Educational Rights for Women with Disabilities: Religion, Gender, and Policy”. The event, which took place on October 4, 2024, highlighted the double discrimination experienced by women with disabilities in accessing education.

The book by Dr. Islamiyatur Rokhmah, S.Ag., M.S.I., who is a lecturer at UNISA Yogyakarta, thoroughly explores the complex challenges faced by women with disabilities. In addition to facing stigma and physical barriers, they are also often marginalized due to the intersection between gender, disability and poverty. This makes it difficult for them to gain access to proper education.

A Holistic Approach

Uniquely, this book not only highlights the problem from a social and policy perspective, but also integrates Islamic, gender and disability perspectives. Using an intersectionality approach, the book reveals how various forms of discrimination are interrelated and exacerbate the situation of women with disabilities.

“This intersectionality approach is very important to understand the complexity of the problems faced by women with disabilities,” said Dr. Bachtiar Dwi Kurniawan, Chairman of MPKSDI PP Muhammadiyah.

“By understanding the root of the problem, we can design more comprehensive solutions,” he added.

Real Action for Inclusive Education

The book review was not only an academic discussion, but also a momentum to encourage real action. The participants, consisting of academics, activists and policy makers, agreed that there needs to be a concerted effort to realize inclusive education. “We need to change our paradigm on disability,” said Dr. Apt. Salmah Orbayinah, Chairperson of the Central Leadership of ‘Aisyiyah. “Disability is not a shortcoming, but a diversity that we must accommodate in our education system.”

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