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Program Management Of A School-Based Healthy Eating Initiative (Gemas) For Stunting Prevention In Early Childhood Education

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study examines the management of the Healthy Eating Movement (Gerakan Makan Sehat/GEMAS) program implemented at PAUD Abaca Laren Bumiayu as a school-based initiative for stunting prevention in early childhood education. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and document analysis involving school principals and teachers. The findings reveal that the GEMAS program is managed through systematic planning, clear task distribution, routine implementation, and continuous monitoring and evaluation. The program integrates balanced nutrition principles into daily school activities and actively involves parents to reinforce healthy eating habits at home. Despite challenges related to parental consistency and sustainability, effective program management contributes significantly to fostering healthy eating behaviors in early childhood. This study highlights the importance of structured school program management as part of holistic-integrative efforts to prevent stunting in early childhood education settings.

Source: INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCE (ICHSS)

Author: Mualim, Siti Ma’rifah

Institution: Universitas Islam Negeri Profesor Kiai Haji Saifuddin Zuhri Purwokerto

Language: English

Topic: Public Health and Nutrition

Subfield: Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Zero hunger, Quality education

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W7215385702

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