Waniambey: Journal of Islamic Education
Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Juni, Waniambey: Journal of Islamic Education

THE CONSTRUCTION OF KNOWLEDGE AND POWER RELATIONSHIPS IN CRITICISM OF THE FREE NUTRITIOUS MEAL PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS IN THE MASS MEDIA: A CRITICAL DISCOURSE ANALYSIS BY MICHAEL FOUCAULT

Tukijo Tukijo (Ilmu Pendidikan Bahasa, Universitas Negeri Semarang, Indonesia)
Hari Bakti Mardikantoro (Ilmu Pendidikan Bahasa, Universitas Negeri Semarang, Indonesia)
Rustono Rustono (Ilmu Pendidikan Bahasa, Universitas Negeri Semarang, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
24 Aug 2026

Abstract

This study investigates the discourse of the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) policy in mass media reporting and its implications for the educational ecosystem. Textual analysis shows that the media is not merely a passive information channel, but an arena of ideological practice that reproduces the language of power. In the context of primary education, MBG is positioned as an absolute biological and cognitive prerequisite, rather than a mere health intervention. Nutritional fulfillment serves as a crucial foundation for students to absorb learning optimally in preparation for the 2045 Golden Generation vision. On the other hand, the dynamics of this discourse drive higher education to realize its function as an institution of critical literacy. Through academic oversight and evaluation of public policy, universities ensure that state programs remain accountable and free from the abuse of power. The synergy between nutritional fulfillment at the primary education level and critical reasoning at the higher education level ensures the realization of human resources who are physically healthy, as well as intellectually resilient and independent.

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waniambey

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Education Other

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Jurnal Waniambey ini adalah Jurnal Pendidikan Islam yang diterbitkan oleh Fakultas Pendidikan, Institut Agama Islam Negeri (IAIN) Fattahul Muluk Papua - Indonesia. Jurnal ini sebagai sarana mempublikasikan hasil penelitian dan pemikiran pendidikan dasar Islam / madrasah ibtidaiyah dan pendidikan ...