What is Stunting?
Stunting in children is a serious health issue in Indonesia. To address this problem, the government formed the Stunting Reduction Acceleration Team (TP2S) of the Republic of Indonesia, based on Presidential Regulation No. 72 of 2021 on the Acceleration of Stunting Reduction. TP2S aims to accelerate the reduction of stunting prevalence in Indonesia from 21% to 14% by 2024.
Formation and Background of TP2S
TP2S was established with the main objective of reducing stunting rates in Indonesia, which remain high. According to Presidential Regulation No. 72 of 2021, TP2S aims to reduce stunting prevalence from 21% in 2022 to 14% by 2024. This is crucial to ensure that future generations grow up healthy and optimally.
Structure and Membership of TP2S
TP2S is led by the Vice President of the Republic of Indonesia and involves various ministries, agencies, and related organizations. The structure and membership of TP2S are detailed in the Presidential Regulation to ensure good coordination among all involved parties.
Several ministries involved in TP2S include the Coordinating Ministry for Human Development and Culture, the Ministry of National Development Planning, the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Villages, Development of Disadvantaged Regions, and Transmigration, the Ministry of Home Affairs, and the National Population and Family Planning Board (BKKBN), among others. These ministries are directly or strategically involved in addressing stunting in Indonesia.
Tasks and Functions of TP2S
TP2S has several main tasks and functions, including:
- Formulating and Establishing the National Strategy for Accelerating Stunting Reduction: TP2S is responsible for designing and establishing effective strategies to reduce stunting rates in Indonesia.
- Implementing Coordination, Synchronization, and Control: Coordination among various stakeholders is conducted to ensure that every step goes according to plan.
- Monitoring and Evaluating Implementation: TP2S monitors and evaluates the implementation of the stunting reduction acceleration program to ensure its effectiveness.
- Reporting Results to the President: TP2S reports the progress and outcomes of the program implementation to the President.
National Strategy for Accelerating Stunting Reduction
The National Strategy for Accelerating Stunting Reduction implemented by TP2S focuses on five main pillars:
- Strengthening Commitment and Capacity: Enhancing the commitment and capacity of stakeholders at all levels to support stunting reduction efforts.
- Increasing Stunting Prevention During Pre-Pregnancy and Pregnancy: Improving the quality of healthcare services for pregnant women and young children to prevent stunting from an early stage.
- Increasing Stunting Prevention During Early Childhood: Improving the quality of breastfeeding, complementary feeding, and monitoring the growth and development of young children.
- Increasing Stunting Prevention Among Adolescents: Enhancing education and nutritional interventions for adolescents to prevent future stunting.
- Strengthening Support Systems and Monitoring: Strengthening data collection, monitoring, and evaluation systems for stunting to ensure program effectiveness.
TP2S Efforts in Reducing Stunting
TP2S has undertaken various efforts to achieve stunting reduction targets, including:
- Formulating and issuing various regulations and policies related to stunting.
- Enhancing coordination among stakeholders.
- Strengthening human resource capacity.
- Increasing education and outreach to the community.
- Developing and implementing stunting intervention programs.
- Monitoring and evaluating the implementation of stunting intervention programs.
Community Support in Reducing Stunting
Achieving stunting reduction targets requires active support and participation from the entire community. Some ways the community can contribute include:
- Increasing knowledge and awareness about stunting.
- Adopting healthy and nutritious lifestyles.
- Utilizing healthcare services for pregnant women and young children.
- Participating in stunting intervention programs.
Support from Regal Springs Indonesia
Regal Springs Indonesia, a leading tilapia farming company, applies ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles in its operations. Some initiatives by Regal Springs Indonesia related to ESG that also actively contribute to stunting reduction in 2023 include distributing 11,380 food packages to 1,631 beneficiaries. Additional food packages are also provided, particularly to young children, as a form of stunting prevention.
Regal Springs Indonesia also regularly interacts with stakeholders from central, provincial, and local authorities to support efforts to accelerate stunting reduction in Indonesia.
The Stunting Reduction Acceleration Team of the Republic of Indonesia (TP2S) plays a crucial role in accelerating the reduction of stunting prevalence in Indonesia. TP2S efforts, along with support and participation from the community and companies like Regal Springs Indonesia, are expected to achieve stunting reduction targets and create a stunting-free generation in Indonesia.
Save future generations by supporting stunting reduction efforts in Indonesia together!
