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UPKM/CD Bethesda YAKKUM is a non-profit organization focused on community-based primary health services through a participatory approach and based on local potential, and collaborates with various parties in order to implement quality health services.


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March 28, 2025
Caring for Those with HIV and Embracing Survivors of Violence
The AIDS Care Community is not merely a community group that provides education about HIV and AIDS. They also play a crucial role in identifying risks within the community and creating a safe and supportive environment for people living with HIV (PLHIV). However, their work does not stop there. The cadres often accompany cases of violence experienced by vulnerable groups. What does their job entail when supporting these cases? What challenges do they face? Join us as we discuss these issues with Siti Cholifah, a cadre from Sosromenduran Village, Yogyakarta City, who actively supports cases of violence against vulnerable groups.
March 20, 2025
Inclusive Theatre as an Answer of Boredom in Health Education
Conventional education such as lectures, and counselling, is often considered boring. Especially in the digital era. Edutainment is a solution to overcome public boredom. Educational activities that collaborate with entertaining art in the form of interesting performances can increase [...]
March 20, 2025
Departing from Concerns, Generating Empowered Communities
The community is an important element and a strong foundation in HIV and AIDS control programmes. Starting from the community's dream to become a legal organisation, to gaining the trust and support of stakeholders, Pita Merah Jogja Association has been actively conducting a series of [...]