Summer Course – Community Nutrition

Program Overview

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The 8th IPB Nutrition Summer Course 2025 focuses on maternal and child nutrition, recognizing its crucial role in shaping the health and productivity of future generations. The First 1,000 Days of Life—spanning from pregnancy to a child’s second birthday—is a critical period for growth and development. Nutritional deficiencies during this stage can lead to irreversible consequences, including impaired cognitive function and long-term health issues.

Despite various government initiatives, Indonesia continues to face significant nutritional challenges. The country ranks fifth globally for the highest number of stunted children, with 24.4% of children under five affected (UNICEF, 2021). Additionally, maternal anemia remains a pressing issue, with 48.9% of pregnant women affected (Riskesdas, 2018). To address these concerns, national policies such as Presidential Regulation No. 42/2013 on the National Movement for Accelerated Nutrition Improvement advocate a multi-sectoral approach, including iron and folic acid supplementation, exclusive breastfeeding promotion, and balanced supplementary feeding programs.

About the Program
The 8th IPB Nutrition Summer Course 2025 aims to equip participants with an in-depth understanding of maternal and child nutrition policies, intervention programs, and innovative solutions in Indonesia. Through interactive lectures, hands-on practical sessions, and field visits, participants will gain valuable insights into the current landscape of nutrition programs. The course also fosters international collaboration and knowledge exchange, bringing together students and experts from multiple countries.

Expected Outcomes
By the end of the program, participants will:
1. Gain a comprehensive understanding of maternal and child nutrition programs in Indonesia and other countries.
2. Explore key initiatives led by international organizations in maternal and child nutrition in Indonesia.
3. Experience firsthand institutional and organizational visits related to maternal and child health and nutrition.
4. Understand the role of the food industry in enhancing maternal and child nutrition programs in Indonesia.

Industry and University Partners

University of Niigata Prefecture (Japan); Chulalongkorn University (Thailand); Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (Malaysia); Universiti Putra Malaysia (Malaysia); Universiti Malaysia Sabah (Malaysia); Universiti Teknologi MARA (Malaysia); Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (Malaysia); Universiti Sains Malaysia (Malaysia); Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (Malaysia); PT Indofood Sukses Makmur Tbk (Indonesia); UNICEF (International); Vitamin Angels (International); Puskesmas around Darmaga (Indonesia); BLST IPB (Indonesia); Agriananda IPB (Indonesia).