UTILIZATION OF MARINE PRODUCTS TO INCREASE FAMILY INCOME AND REDUCE STUNTING RATES IN NORTH ACEH REGENCY

Authors

  • Imam Shadiqin Universitas Malikussaleh
  • Rozanna Dewi Universitas Malikussaleh
  • Fendi Saputra Universitas Malikussaleh
  • Sakinah Hsb Universitas Malikussaleh

Keywords:

The role of gender equality, reducing stunting rates, Sea Products, North Aceh Regency

Abstract

This research discusses how women in construction society are required to take a greater role in domestic affairs, one of which is family health. The inherent gender construction that a woman is more painstaking, patient, and has a flexible attitude means that women are appointed as agents of change in every health program. One of the current national problems that is a priority is stunting. The National Population and Family Planning Agency (BKKBN) was appointed as the implementer of the stunting reduction program in Indonesia. BKKBN has formed Family Assistance Teams (TPK) in villages, all of which are women, to accelerate stunting reduction. The family assistance team (TPK) is a group of staff formed and consisting of midwives, TP PKK cadres, and family planning cadres. The majority of TPK members are women. This period is important because malnutrition in the golden period cannot be corrected in the next period of life. One way to improve children's nutrition is protein and fish consumption is very important because it is rich in omega-3 fatty acids which can stimulate brain growth and development. This research aims to determine the knowledge, attitudes, and behavior of TPK regarding their main duties and functions (tupoksi), as well as obstacles in carrying out their duties. This research aims to examine in more depth the effectiveness of family assistance tasks in villages to overcome stunting through the potential of marine products in North Aceh Regency.

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Published

2023-12-30