Indonesian Journal of Community Services Cel
Vol. 5 No. 2 (2026): Indonesian Journal of Community Services Cel

Public Awareness Day “Aceh Peduli ASI”: Supporting Mothers to Breastfeed

Nurlaili Ramli (Poltekkes Kemenkes Aceh, Aceh Besar, Indonesia)
Wahyu Khafidah (Universitas Serambi Mekkah, Banda Aceh, Indonesia)
Aslinar Aslinar (Universitas Abulyatama, Aceh Besar, Indonesia)
Mutia Winanda (RSUD Meuraxa Kota Banda Aceh, Indonesia)
Oktalia Sabrida (Poltekkes Kemenkes Aceh, Aceh Besar, Indonesia)
Yusra Septivera (RSUD Zainal Abidin Banda Aceh, Indonesia)
Cut Razianti (RS Ibu dan Anak Pemerintah aceh, Indonesia)
Cut Sriyanti (Poltekkes Kemenkes Aceh, Aceh Besar, Indonesia)
Noviyanti Noviyanti (Poltekkes Kemenkes Aceh, Aceh Besar, Indonesia)
Arista Ardila (Universitas Bumi Persada, Banda Aceh, Indonesia)
Dewina Susanti (Akademi Kebidanan Saleha, Banda Aceh, Indonesia)
Nova Fajri (Universitas Syiah Kuala, Aceh, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
18 Sep 2026

Abstract

Background: Exclusive breastfeeding during the first six months of life is essential for infant growth and development. In Aceh Province, the exclusive breastfeeding rate remains below the national rate, at 67.05%. Insufficient support from families, particularly husbands, healthcare professionals, and inadequate workplace facilities are among the factors contributing to suboptimal exclusive breastfeeding practices. Community-based activities involving multiple stakeholders are therefore needed to strengthen support for breastfeeding mothers.Aims: This community service program aimed to raise public awareness of the importance of support from families, healthcare professionals, and the government for breastfeeding mothers.Methods: The program was organized by Aceh Peduli ASI to commemorate World Breastfeeding Week (WBW) 2025 at Harapan Bangsa Stadium, Banda Aceh. Activities included group exercise, an educational talk show on the importance of breastfeeding support systems, educational games, free health examinations, and breastfeeding counseling. Approximately 200 participants from the Banda Aceh community attended the program.Result: The program received high levels of community participation and enthusiasm throughout the activities. This community awareness initiative highlights the importance of multisectoral collaboration in strengthening public knowledge and awareness of support systems for exclusive breastfeeding. Similar activities should be conducted continuously to promote a safe and supportive environment for breastfeeding mothers.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

IJCSC

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Subject

Humanities Other

Description

Indonesian Journal of Community Services Cel is an National journal under the Research and Social Study Institute in collaboration with the Cross-Country Lecturer Collaboration (KODELN) one of the scientific institutions in Indonesia located in Yogyakarta. The Indonesian Journal of Community ...