Adolescents are one of the community groups that can play a role in efforts to improve health in society. Based on the results of joint discussions with the person in charge of the youth program and representatives from the youth group in the Poncol Health Center work area, the role of adolescents in health activities including maternal and child health has not been optimal. However, there are great opportunities to involve youth groups, for example in assisting health cadre activities, assisting in health education activities, and so on.
The socialization regarding the role of adolescents in maternal and child health was carried out in the Central Semarang District Hall with participants representing youth groups from 10 sub-districts namely Central Semarang, Sekayu, Purwodinatan, Pendrikan Lor, Pendrikan Kidul, Kranggan, Bangunharjo, Pandansari Villages. Kauman, and Kembangsari. The presentation was given by the AKK FKM UNDIP service team represented by Dr. Septo Pawelas Arso, SKM, MARS which was then followed by discussions.
Presentations and discussions explained the opportunities and roles of youth that can be carried out to contribute to efforts to improve health, especially in the working area of the Poncol Health Center. The youth’s response was quite good, although several sub-district only sent a few representatives due to time and agenda issues. They hope there will be further assistance for maternal and child health goals, as well as adolescent health in the future.