PT Wijaya Karya (Persero) Tbk (WIKA), a leading construction company in Indonesia, has partnered with the Jatinegara Sub-district, East Jakarta, to hold a seminar on stunting prevention. Themed "Animal Protein-Rich MPASI Prevents Stunting", the event took place at the Jatinegara Sub-district Office on Wednesday (21/2).
This hybrid seminar, as part of WIKA's 64th anniversary celebration, featured lactation specialist and Breastfeeding Counselor, Dr. Shane Tuty Cornish, CBS, IBCLC. With the support of WIKA's 64 operational points spread across various regions of the country, the seminar succeeded in attracting 6,400 participants, including posyandu cadres, pregnant women and parents of toddlers.
The event was also attended by the Camat of Jatinegara, H. Muchtar, who expressed his appreciation for WIKA's initiative to hold Nutrition Day 2024 in the Jatinegara Sub-district. This is in line with the Jatinegara Sub-district's commitment to reducing malnutrition rates and achieving zero stunting in children.
Through this seminar, participants received comprehensive education on Breastmilk Substitute (MP ASI) according to Ministry of Health standards, especially meeting the child's need for animal protein, which can be easily obtained at traditional markets. In addition, they also received Stunting Care Packages in the form of vitamins and nutritious, protein-rich food to support their children's overall health and development.
Mahendra Vijaya, Corporate Secretary of WIKA, emphasized, "This Stunting Awareness Seminar program is in line with our commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the fields of health and education. It is hoped that this seminar can raise awareness, especially among parents, about stunting prevention and prioritize meeting children's nutritional needs. Thus, they can grow into a healthy and successful generation in the future."
By emphasizing WIKA's dedication to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, this event reaffirms the company's commitment to making a positive contribution to society while aligning with global sustainability goals. By actively engaging in initiatives that address stunting and promote health and education, WIKA strengthens its role as a responsible corporate citizen, driving positive change in the communities it serves.