Penguatan Peran Perempuan dalam Pencegahan Stunting melalui Edukasi Gizi Seimbang di 1000 Hari Pertama Kehidupan

Abstract

Stunting remains a persistent public health challenge in Indonesia, particularly in rural and
semi-urban communities with low nutritional literacy. This community engagement program
was designed to enhance the role of women in preventing stunting through structured education
on balanced nutrition during the first 1000 days of life. The activity targeted high school-aged
girls and members of local women's organizations, recognizing their strategic position as future
mothers and community influencers. Implemented through interactive seminars, the program
adopted a participatory educational approach supported by observational tools, pre- and post-
tests, and satisfaction questionnaires. The findings indicate a significant improvement in
participants' understanding of nutrition-related concepts, demonstrated by a 43.5% increase in
average post-test scores. Participants expressed high levels of satisfaction with the content,
delivery methods, and relevance of the material presented. Moreover, involvement from local
stakeholders and organizational partners contributed to the initiative's success. The program
raised awareness and encouraged behavioral intentions to promote better nutritional practices
within families and communities. These results affirm the importance of empowering young
women through community-based education as a preventive strategy against stunting. The
initiative highlights the potential for scaling similar models in other regions with contextual
adaptation and underscores the critical role of collaborative partnerships in achieving long-term
public health goals.