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Development of a Community-Based Disaster Preparedness Module: Enhancing Resilience and Response Capabilities Suparji, Suparji; Nugroho, Heru Santoso Wahito; Sunarto, Sunarto; Sulikah, Sulikah; Setiyani, Astuti; Rusdianti, Alfi
Health Dynamics Vol 2, No 6 (2025): June 2025
Publisher : Knowledge Dynamics

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Background: Disaster preparedness is one of the important aspects in reducing the negative impacts of disasters, especially in areas prone to natural disasters. This study aims to develop a community-based disaster preparedness module that can improve community resilience and response capabilities to disaster threats. This module is designed to provide practical guidance in preparedness efforts, as well as build the capacity of local communities. Methods: This study uses a research and development design with quantitative and qualitative approaches. The population in this study was the community in disaster-prone areas in Genilangit Village, Poncol District, Magetan Regency. The sample consisted of 120 respondents selected using purposive sampling techniques, with the criteria of the community who had been involved in disaster mitigation activities. The main variable in this study was community preparedness before and after the implementation of the module. The data collection instrument used a questionnaire to measure preparedness and in-depth interviews to gain qualitative insights into the implementation of the module. Quantitative data were analyzed using paired descriptive statistics to see the difference in preparedness before and after the module intervention. While qualitative data were analyzed using thematic analysis techniques. Results: The results of this study indicate that the implementation of the module significantly increased the level of community preparedness in terms of knowledge, attitudes, and skills related to disaster mitigation. Conclusion: These findings indicate that this module can be an effective tool in increasing community resilience in disaster-prone areas. 
Evaluating Acceleration of Stunting Prevention in Indonesia (2018-2024): A Roadmap-Based Program Analysis Rusdianti, Alfi; Suparji, Suparji; Nugroho, Heru Santoso Wahito; Santosa, Budi Joko; Sunarto, Sunarto
Health Dynamics Vol 2, No 5 (2025): May 2025
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Indonesia’s 2018-2024 National Roadmap for Stunting Prevention aims to reduce stunting prevalence to 14% by 2024 through multisectoral interventions. This commentary evaluates the program’s acceleration, identifying systemic gaps in implementation despite robust policy frameworks. Using qualitative analysis of government reports, field studies, and secondary data, we assess progress against key roadmap indicators, including nutrition-specific interventions, community empowerment, and interagency coordination. Findings reveal persistent challenges: fragmented coordination between national and local agencies, uneven funding distribution favoring urban centers, and inadequate real-time monitoring systems. Case studies from regions like Lombok (successful integrated nutrition campaigns) and Papua (persistent access barriers to clean water and healthcare) illustrate disparities in program effectiveness. Additionally, socio-cultural factors, such as low parental awareness of nutrition, further hinder progress. We argue that accelerating stunting reduction requires strengthening decentralized governance, prioritizing budget equity for rural areas, and leveraging digital tools for data integration. Community-driven education initiatives, supported by local leaders, are critical to shifting health behaviors. Without addressing these structural and operational bottlenecks, Indonesia risks missing its 2024 target, undermining broader Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) linked to child health and equity. This analysis urges policymakers to adopt adaptive, evidence-based strategies to transform roadmap commitments into actionable outcomes.
Tips for Writing an Effective Policy Brief for Health Programs Nugroho, Heru Santoso Wahito; Sunarto, Sunarto; Suparji, Suparji; Rusdianti, Alfi
Health Notions Vol 9, No 5 (2025): May
Publisher : Humanistic Network for Science and Technology (HNST)

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Policy briefs are essential tools for communicating evidence-based recommendations in the field of public health. Given the complexity of health data and the sector’s broad societal impact, the ability to write clear, concise, and actionable policy briefs is vital. This paper outlines five fundamental components for producing high-quality health policy briefs: identifying target objectives and audiences, constructing coherent and succinct structures, using plain language with a focus on public impact, incorporating strong evidence and credible data sources, and applying accessible design principles. Emphasizing clarity and brevity, the paper highlights how policy briefs can bridge the gap between research and decision-making, ultimately contributing to more effective and responsive health policies. Keywords: policy brief; health sector; evidence-based recommendations