Family Empowerment in Efforts to Reduce Stunting in Bone Regency, South Sulawesi

Murtir Jeddawi; Umar  Nain; Suaib  Ibrahim

doi:10.37899/journal-la-sociale.v5i6.1431

Murtir Jeddawi Institute of Home Affairs Government, South Sulawesi Campus, Indonesia
Umar Nain Institute of Home Affairs Government, South Sulawesi Campus
Suaib Ibrahim Institute of Home Affairs Government, South Sulawesi Campus

DOI: https://doi.org/10.37899/journal-la-sociale.v5i6.1431

Keywords: Empowerment, Stunting, Nutrition

Abstract

The aim of this research is to identify and analyze effective family empowerment strategies in an effort to reduce stunting rates in Bone Regency, South Sulawesi. This research uses an exploratory qualitative method. The research results show that empowerment strategies that increase parents' knowledge and skills about nutrition, exclusive breastfeeding, hygiene and sanitation can be effective in reducing stunting and improving children's overall welfare. To reduce the stunting rate in Bone Regency, family empowerment is the main key. This includes understanding stunting, healthy nutrition practices, and optimal childcare.

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