Addressing the Issue of Stunting in Papua Province: A Coordinated Effort for Child Well-being
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- 10.2991/978-2-38476-273-6_10How to use a DOI?
- Keywords
- Stunting; Papua Province; Child health; Integrated approach; Vulnerable families; Budget management; Conflict and natural disasters
- Abstract
Stunting is a serious health problem among children in Papua Province, Indonesia. This study analyses secondary data on environmental factors, vulnerable family indicators, and stunting prevalence in the region. The main challenges faced are inter-sectoral coordination, budget management, and ineffective monitoring. An integrated and holistic approach is emphasized with cross-sector participation and stakeholder engagement. This study used descriptive qualitative research methods based on the Papua Provincial Government’s Stunting Response Report. As a result, strong coordination, knowledge transfer and education at all levels are urgently needed. With improved coordination, budget management, monitoring, and implementation of a holistic approach, the prevalence of stunting can be reduced. Recommendations include improving coordination across sectors, efficient budget allocation, strengthening monitoring, integrating nutrition education, and managing the impact of conflict and natural disasters. Implementation of these recommendations is expected to improve the quality of life of children in Papua Province and reduce the prevalence of stunting.
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TY - CONF AU - Heri Wahyudianto AU - Andjar Prasetyo PY - 2024 DA - 2024/08/02 TI - Addressing the Issue of Stunting in Papua Province: A Coordinated Effort for Child Well-being BT - Proceedings of 5th Borobudur International Symposium on Humanities and Social Science 2023 PB - Atlantis Press SP - 74 EP - 82 SN - 2352-5398 UR - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-273-6_10 DO - 10.2991/978-2-38476-273-6_10 ID - Wahyudianto2024 ER -