NERS NEWS — Mojokerto – Students from the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga, through the BERDAYA (Bersama Dampingi Masyarakat) 2026 program, organized a series of community health education activities in Ngembat Village, including Ngembat Hamlet and Blentreng Hamlet, from July 12–25, 2026. The activities covered education on the First 1,000 Days of Life (First 1,000 Days), Basic Life Support (BLS) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), as well as Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs). The program aimed to improve community knowledge and awareness of health while strengthening preparedness for emergency situations.
The program began with participant registration, followed by an opening ceremony led by the Master of Ceremony (MC), the singing of the Indonesian national anthem, Indonesia Raya, and welcoming remarks from the Chair of the Organizing Committee, the President of the Student Executive Board of the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga, and the Head of Ngembat Village. The event then continued with educational sessions, discussions, question-and-answer sessions, appreciation for active participants, and concluded with a group photo session.
On Tuesday, July 14, 2026, the program was held alongside the Ngembat Hamlet Integrated Health Service Post (Posyandu). After the Posyandu services were completed, participants attended an educational session on the First 1,000 Days of Life, highlighting the importance of exclusive breastfeeding during the first six months of life and complete basic immunization as key measures to prevent childhood diseases. The session was delivered by Alfini Khoirina Rosyada and Maria Paulin Cleosantris Tibo, followed by an interactive discussion where participants were able to consult about maternal and child health.
A similar session was conducted on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Blentreng Hamlet Hall. The First 1,000 Days of Life education was delivered by Abhriel Madu Kanahayama and Lilik Widarti, emphasizing the importance of adequate maternal nutrition during pregnancy, exclusive breastfeeding, and immunization as the foundation for optimal child growth and development. Participants actively engaged in the discussion by asking numerous questions.
On Friday, July 17, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., BERDAYA 2026 students organized a health education session on Basic Life Support (BLS) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Ngembat Village residents. The session was delivered by Dwi Nur Fauziah, Zahra Nadia Putri Sugiarto, Alfini Khoirina Rosyada, and Ananda Faizul. Participants learned about recognizing cardiac arrest, providing first aid, and performing proper CPR techniques. Community members enthusiastically participated in discussions and asked questions regarding emergency response in their local environment.
The educational series continued on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at 7:00 a.m., with sessions on Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) held simultaneously at the Ngembat Village Hall and Blentreng Hamlet Hall. Topics included hypertension, diabetes mellitus, gout, and high cholesterol, with the goal of increasing public awareness of risk factors, prevention strategies, and the importance of early detection. In Ngembat Hamlet, the session was presented by Imas Cahya Ningrum and Lilik Widarti, while in Blentreng Hamlet, it was delivered by Aulia Cantikasari and Najwa Sheryl Amelia Putri. Each session concluded with discussions, question-and-answer sessions, and awards for active participants.
The entire series of health education activities aimed to improve community health literacy through practical and accessible educational programs. In addition to providing information on maternal and child health, participants also gained essential emergency response skills and knowledge on preventing non-communicable diseases. This initiative represents the students’ commitment to community engagement while supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being) by promoting better community health, SDG 4 (Quality Education) by expanding access to health education, and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) through collaboration among the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga, village authorities, community health volunteers, and local residents.
Through the BERDAYA 2026 health education series, it is hoped that the people of Ngembat Village will gain a deeper understanding of the importance of maintaining good health from an early age, preventing disease, and responding effectively to emergency situations. This initiative reflects the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga‘s ongoing commitment to supporting sustainable community health development through meaningful community engagement.
Writer: Aulia Cantikasari
