Peer-reviewed article
Policy Implementation in Handling Stunting in Bangkalan Regency
Yeny Yustia Arini, Rudy Handoko, A. Maruta ·
Summary
Written by AI, not yet AICS's view · claude-haiku-4-5-20251001This study examines how stunting policies were implemented in Bangkalan Regency, Indonesia, under a 2019 regulation. The research found that collaborative efforts between health workers, communities, and local government reduced stunting rates and improved child nutrition, but several challenges limited progress. Key barriers included uneven economic support for families, weak public awareness about nutrition, limited private sector involvement, and underuse of local resources. The study recommends stronger coordination across sectors, better public education on nutrition, and more engagement from businesses to sustain improvements.
Key points
- Stunting rates were reduced through collaborative efforts between health workers, community, and local government
- Child nutrition improved as a result of policy implementation
- Economic empowerment was unevenly distributed across communities
- Public awareness about maternal and child nutrition remains limited
- Private sector engagement and local potential were underutilized
Limitations
This is a qualitative study based on activity documents, interviews, and observations, so it does not provide quantified evidence of the magnitude of stunting reduction or measure the relative effectiveness of specific interventions. The findings are specific to Bangkalan Regency and may not generalize to other regions.
Abstract
This research examines the implementation of stunting handling policies in Bangkalan Regency, focusing on Regent Regulation No. 6 of 2019. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, data was collected through activity documents, interviews, and observations. The findings reveal that while the policy has led to some successes, such as reducing stunting rates and improving child nutrition through collaborative efforts between health workers, the community, and local government, challenges remain. These include uneven economic empowerment, limited public awareness about maternal and child nutrition, insufficient private sector support, and underutilized local potential. The research highlights the need for a collaborative implementation model to address these gaps and ensure sustainability. Key recommendations include enhancing cross-sector collaboration, increasing public awareness campaigns on health and nutrition, and fostering stronger private sector engagement. The proposed model emphasizes continuous monitoring and policy adaptation to maintain progress in reducing stunting rates. By addressing these areas, the research underscores the importance of a holistic and sustainable approach to tackling stunting in Bangkalan Regency.