UNDIP, Semarang (August 27, 2025) – The Faculty of Psychology at Universitas Diponegoro achieved another national milestone by winning first place in both Regional I and the National level of the “1000 First Days of Life (Hari Pertama Kehidupan / HPK) Parenting Policy Brief Competition 2025,” organized by the Ministry of Population and Family Development (Kementerian Kependudukan dan Pembangunan Keluarga / Kemendukbangga). The team, led by Dr. Ika Febrian Kristiana, S.Psi., M.Psi., earned the highest national score of 89.95.
The 1000 HPK Parenting Policy Brief is part of a national initiative to strengthen parenting policies during the critical first 1,000 days of life, from pregnancy to a child’s second birthday. This period is recognized as a key foundation for preventing stunting, improving growth and development, and preparing future generations to excel.
The winning policy brief, titled “Monitored Children, Calm Mothers: Establishing Daycare in Industrial Zones”, emerged from a collaboration between UNDIP’s Faculty of Psychology, the BKKBN of Jawa Tengah Province, and Batang Integrated Industrial Estate (KIT Batang). It presents a concrete idea of building daycare centers in industrial areas as a practical solution to support working mothers in providing optimal care during the golden 1000 HPK period. The centers would also ensure children receive proper nutrition monitoring, developmental stimulation, and health protection. Evaluating was based on content quality, depth of analysis, complexity of ideas, and presentation skills. Universitas Diponegoro’s team excelled in all categories, making their submission the best innovation among participants from across Indonesia.
The proposed daycare concept goes beyond childcare. It functions as an integrated center for nutrition monitoring, developmental support, and healthcare, ensuring children receive structured parenting while mothers can work with peace of mind.
“This achievement demonstrates that academic research can have a real impact on society. We hope this daycare idea will not stop at the policy brief stage, but be implemented in industrial zones so mothers can work more calmly while their children’s growth and development needs are fully supported,” Dr. Ika said.
The success of the Faculty of Psychology is not only a source of pride for the academic community but also reinforces UNDIP’s commitment to producing research-based innovations relevant to society’s needs. Beyond recognition, this accomplishment is expected to mark the first step toward family-friendly public policies that prioritize worker welfare. (Public Communication/ UNDIP/ FPsi Team)
