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Academia 8 months ago
PREMIUM
Parasites at the nation’s table
The free nutritious meal program is another link in the chain of systemic parasitism, through which well-connected figures and business entities fatten themselves at human and moral costs, this time affecting our youngest and most vulnerable.
Politics 8 months ago
President Prabowo defends free meals program after 6,000 suffer food poisoning
The food poisonings have sparked a public outcry with TV channels broadcasting images of children being treated on hospital beds. Local non-profit organizations have called for the suspension of the program.
Society 9 months ago
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Quality, not quantity: Teachers push back against free meals expansion plan
Teachers and education observers are urging the government to focus on improving teachers' welfare and the quality of meals served to schoolchildren, as well as refocus on the program's original aim to tackle childhood stunting.
Academia 11 months ago
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Great children, strong nation: Building the future from today
This year's National Children's Day and its theme presents an occasion to reflect on how we, as a society, can reflect on the kind of inclusive, supportive and nurturing environment we need to foster to prepare today's children with a view to achieving Golden Indonesia 2045.
Jakarta 1 year ago
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Uncooked rice, ultra-processed food included in free meals
The government’s free, nutritious meal program has once again come under public scrutiny following reports of uncooked ingredients and ultra-processed foods being distributed in South Tangerang, Banten, as schools begin their holiday break this week.
Society 1 year ago
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Stunting declines nationwide, but underlying risks remain
The Health Ministry has reported a decline in the national stunting rate among children, from 21.5 percent in 2023 to 19.8 percent last year, marking progress toward reaching President Prabowo Subianto’s 14 percent target although experts warn substantial efforts are still needed to maintain progress.
