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Pundung Residents Participate in Hypertension Exercise with UNISA Yogyakarta Students

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 Students from the Community Service Program (KKN) at Universitas ‘Aisyiyah (UNISA) Yogyakarta successfully held a hypertension exercise program in Pundung Hamlet, Wukirsari Village, Imogiri Subdistrict, Bantul Regency. The event, held at the Pundung Village Hall on Saturday (August 23, 2025), aimed to encourage the community, particularly the elderly and those with hypertension, to maintain their health through light exercise.

The Head of Pundung Hamlet, Gunita Kumara, S.Pd., expressed her appreciation for the event organized by the UNISA Yogyakarta KKN students.

“This morning hypertension exercise is clear proof that maintaining health can start with simple steps taken together. Hopefully, with healthy bodies, the residents of Pundung Hamlet can live more productive and happy lives,” she said.

The activity was enthusiastically participated in by 17 elderly residents. They followed each exercise movement guided by UNISA Yogyakarta KKN students and local health workers. The movements were tailored to be safe and beneficial for those with high blood pressure.

After the exercise, participants underwent a health check. The results showed that most participants experienced a decrease in blood pressure, proving that this exercise is effective in helping to maintain blood pressure stability and improve fitness.

The UNISA Yogyakarta Community Service Program not only provides health benefits, but also serves as a means of strengthening community spirit. It is hoped that this activity will become a regular agenda that will be continued by the people of Pundung Hamlet.

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Japanese Students Participate in Thematic Community Service Program with UNISA Yogyakarta, Learning About Local Agriculture

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 Universitas ‘Aisyiyah (UNISA) Yogyakarta has once again strengthened its international collaboration through a thematic community service program on agricultural technology involving Japanese students from Ibaraki University. Nakajima Shie, a student from Japan, arrived in Yogyakarta on August 17, 2025, and immediately interacted with UNISA Yogyakarta students and the local community in Bergan Village, Wijirejo, Bantul, for 10 days.

The presence of Nakajima Shie, or familiarly called Shie-san, is a tangible manifestation of global collaboration. She not only learned but also shared knowledge and cultural perspectives. One of the activities she participated in was a visit to the Yogyakarta City Agriculture and Food Service on August 22, 2025. There, Shie-san learned various techniques, ranging from tissue culture, banana acclimatization, to plant conservation.

“In Japan, I only knew Cavendish bananas, and seeing around 300 varieties of bananas here really broadened my horizons,” said Shie-san with admiration.

In addition, Shie-san also participated in vegetative propagation training open to the general public. In this training, UNISA Yogyakarta students shared their knowledge about stem cuttings on honeydew melons and the acclimatization of Cavendish banana seedlings. Vegetative propagation techniques were chosen because they are considered more efficient for maintaining the characteristics of the parent plant, especially for hybrid seeds that cannot be propagated through seeds.

Shie-san’s participation helped boost the enthusiasm of local students. Nizar Abdurrafi, a biotechnology student at UNISA Yogyakarta, said, “Shie-san’s presence made us more enthusiastic about learning and sharing. We realized that the knowledge we are learning can have a global impact.”

This Community Service Program also contributes significantly to the achievement of several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The seedling training supports SDG 2: Zero Hunger by promoting food security. This collaboration between universities is a tangible manifestation of SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, while the transfer of knowledge is in line with SDG 4: Quality Education.

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UNISA Yogyakarta Community Service Program Intensive Education on Stunting Prevention

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Students from the Community Service Program (KKN) Group 74 of ‘Aisyiyah University (UNISA) Yogyakarta carried out a community service program focused on education for the prevention of stunting in Notoprajan Village, RW 07. This program involved Posyandu Balita cadres as strategic partners to provide education and assistance to parents of toddlers on Tuesday (8/26/2025).

Stunting, or growth failure due to chronic malnutrition, remains a serious problem in Indonesia, especially among toddlers in the first 1,000 days of life (HPK). This golden period is crucial because it is closely related to the formation of the body, cognitive development, and the child’s immune system. Lack of nutrition during this phase can have long-term and permanent effects.

“Inadequate nutrition in the early years of life can hinder a child’s growth and development. Therefore, nutrition education for mothers and families is an important step in preventing stunting from an early age,” explained Lutfi Purwanto, a member of KKN Group 74 UNISA Yogyakarta.

The activity included interactive discussions with mothers of toddlers about proper eating patterns, providing daily nutrition, and the principles of Isi Piringku (My Plate). The KKN team also distributed educational leaflets containing information about the effects of stunting, prevention measures, and strategies for dealing with it.

Lutfi berharap program ini dapat menjadi kebiasaan yang terus dijaga oleh masyarakat. Melalui kolaborasi antara mahasiswa KKN UNISA Yogyakarta, kader posyandu, dan masyarakat, kegiatan ini diharapkan dapat memperkuat peran Posyandu sebagai pusat edukasi tumbuh kembang anak, serta mendorong kesadaran kolektif untuk membangun generasi yang lebih sehat dan unggul di masa depan.

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Participating in a Student Exchange Program in Malaysia, Dedi Gains Unique Experiences

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Universitas ‘Aisyiyah (UNISA) Yogyakarta has once again made an achievement through its students who are active on the international stage. Dedi Darmawan, a student of the 2022 International Nursing Undergraduate Program, had the opportunity to participate in the International Student Exchange program at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Malaysia for five months.

As shared on nursing social media, Dedi recounted his experience on Saturday (August 31). This opportunity proved invaluable for Dedi, enabling him to broaden his horizons, deepen his nursing knowledge, and refine various skills. During his time in Malaysia, he not only pursued academic studies in the field of health but also developed soft skills such as communication, public speaking, independence, and cross-cultural understanding. “This program left a deep impression on me. Besides knowledge, I also gained valuable experiences, friendships, connections, and soft skills,” Dedi shared.

Unique experiences also colored his studies in Malaysia. As the final exams approached, he had to adapt to a different exam system, which required a new learning strategy. He even experienced the warmth of the local culture when his Malaysian college friends invited him to visit their hometown. From there, he gained a deeper understanding of the value of cross-border friendship and the richness of local traditions.

Dedi also shared a motivational message with his fellow students at UNISA Yogyakarta. “Opportunities will always be there for those who are willing to try, so make the most of every moment to learn,” he said. He also added his favorite quote, “Do something for yourself, not for others.”

Dedi’s participation in this student exchange program not only brought pride to UNISA Yogyakarta abroad, but also served as an inspiration that students have vast opportunities to grow and contribute globally.

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UNISA Yogyakarta Students Support Toddler Health Posts in Notoprajan

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Students from the Community Service Program (KKN) Group 71 of ‘Aisyiyah University (UNISA) Yogyakarta provided tangible support for routine Posyandu Balita activities in RW 01 Notoprajan. Held at the former Ngabean Elementary School, this activity on Friday (August 15, 2025) was a form of collaboration between students, health cadres, and the community to improve children’s health.

The presence of UNISA Yogyakarta KKN students not only assisted in service delivery but also played a crucial role in enhancing parental knowledge. Local health workers conducted data collection and anthropometric measurements, such as height, weight, and head circumference, as indicators of infant nutritional status.

Nida Agustiani, a member of the UNISA Yogyakarta KKN group 71, explained that they were actively involved in providing vitamin A, conducting dental health checks, and organizing nutrition education sessions.

“The counseling material focused on the appropriate texture of complementary foods (MP-ASI) according to age. To ensure continuous education, the community also received practical modules on supplementary feeding (PMT) that can be applied at home,” said Nida.

This activity was enthusiastically welcomed by parents. They received health services and new knowledge that was very useful. This collaboration reflects positive synergy in efforts to create a healthier and smarter generation. With this support, the Notoprajan RW 01 Toddler Health Center is expected to strengthen its preventive and promotional functions in a sustainable manner.

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