UIN Jakarta Public Health Students Launch “KADER KECE” and “JUBES TBC” Program to Fight Tuberculosis Stigma

Tangerang Selatan, UIN News Online — Students from the Public Health Study Program of UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta initiated an innovative community program titled KADER KECE (Kader Depan Responsif & Keren Cegah Tuberkulosis) and JUBES TBC (Juknis RW Bebas TBC) as part of their Field Learning Experience (PBL). The program was launched in RW 02, Pondok Cabe Ilir, South Tangerang, on Monday (02/02/2026).

The initiative aims to address persistent stigma surrounding Tuberculosis (TBC) in the community, while strengthening the role of local health cadres in prevention, early detection, and patient support efforts.

The selection of RW 02 as the intervention site was based on findings from a Rapid Epidemiological Survey, which indicated that negative perceptions and stigma toward TBC patients remain present in the area.

Through the KADER KECE program, health cadres are trained to enhance their knowledge and skills in TBC prevention, contact investigation, and community-based health education. Meanwhile, JUBES TBC serves as a practical guideline for RW-level stakeholders to strengthen coordinated efforts in eliminating TBC transmission.

The program involved eight selected health cadres as primary participants, along with representatives from the local health center, village administration, public health office, military liaison officers, community leaders, and local TB cadres.

During the training sessions, participants were equipped with educational modules and practical materials designed to support continuous learning and community outreach. Pre-test and post-test evaluations showed an improvement in participants’ understanding after the training, indicating the effectiveness of the intervention approach.

Program organizers emphasized that community-based collaboration is essential in reducing stigma and improving public awareness of Tuberculosis, particularly in high-risk areas. Strengthening cadres at the RW level is seen as a key strategy in accelerating TB elimination efforts in Indonesia.

The initiative reflects UIN Jakarta students’ ongoing commitment to community engagement and public health education through evidence-based, participatory, and sustainable approaches.