NERS NEWS — Mojokerto, July 13, 2026 — The Student Executive Board (BEM) of the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga, through its Ministry of Social Affairs (SOSMAS), officially launched the Bersama Dampingi Masyarakat (BERDAYA) 2026 program with an Opening Ceremony and Cultural Sharing session on Monday, July 13, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Ngembat Village Hall, Gondang District, Mojokerto Regency. This event marked the beginning of a series of community service activities aimed at strengthening collaboration among students, village officials, and the local community through empowerment initiatives in health, education, social development, and the promotion of local culture.
The event began with a committee briefing and preparations, followed by participant registration, an opening session by the master of ceremonies, and the singing of the Indonesian national anthem. Opening remarks were then delivered by the Chair of the Organizing Committee, Imas Cahya Ningrum; the Minister of Social Affairs of the Faculty of Nursing Student Executive Board; the President of the Faculty of Nursing Student Executive Board; the faculty advisor; and the Head of Ngembat Village. During their speeches, they expressed their hopes that all BERDAYA 2026 activities would run successfully and bring meaningful benefits to the people of Ngembat Village. The official opening ceremony symbolized the launch of the program, followed by a Cultural Sharing session led by the Head of Ngembat Village and a presentation of the BERDAYA 2026 program by the organizing committee chair and faculty advisor.
In her remarks, Ni Ketut Alit Armini, S.Kp., M.Kes., the faculty advisor of the Faculty of Nursing Student Executive Board, encouraged all committee members to adapt well to the community environment, maintain professionalism and ethical conduct, and uphold the spirit of community service throughout the program. She emphasized that community service is a concrete implementation of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education, enabling students not only to apply their nursing knowledge but also to build meaningful relationships with the local community.
The Head of Ngembat Village also expressed his appreciation and gratitude to the academic community of Universitas Airlangga, particularly the Faculty of Nursing, for selecting Ngembat Village as the location for BERDAYA 2026. He encouraged the students to become part of the community during the program, uphold the university’s good reputation, and contribute through the various empowerment initiatives that had been carefully designed.
“We hope the students will actively engage with the community, understand the village’s conditions, and share valuable knowledge and experiences with the people of Ngembat throughout the BERDAYA program,” he stated.
The event was attended by students from the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga, village officials of Ngembat, and the faculty advisor, Ni Ketut Alit Armini, S.Kp., M.Kes. Through the Cultural Sharing session, participants gained valuable insights into the village’s characteristics, cultural values, historical background, and local potential. This session served as an opportunity for students to better understand the community they would serve, enabling them to tailor their community service activities to local needs. In addition, the presentation of the BERDAYA 2026 work program introduced the full range of planned activities, encouraging active community participation throughout the implementation period.
BERDAYA 2026 aims to establish strong partnerships between higher education institutions and local communities through empowerment programs designed to improve community well-being. The program also provides students with opportunities to apply nursing knowledge directly in community settings while supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being), SDG 4 (Quality Education), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
The Chair of the BERDAYA 2026 Organizing Committee expressed hope that the program would serve as the foundation for strong collaboration between students and the community. Through this partnership, every planned activity is expected to generate meaningful benefits, strengthen community self-reliance, and create lasting positive impacts for Ngembat Village.
With the successful completion of the Opening Ceremony and Cultural Sharing session, the Bersama Dampingi Masyarakat (BERDAYA) 2026 program was officially launched. The event reflects the commitment of the Student Executive Board of the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga, to community engagement as part of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education. Through close collaboration among students, village authorities, and community members, BERDAYA 2026 is expected to provide valuable learning experiences for students while creating sustainable benefits for the people of Ngembat Village.
Writer: Aulia Cantikasari (Secretary)
