This counseling model stems from research under the Indonesian Collaborative Research scheme, led by Prof. Dr. M. Ramli, M.A. from Universitas Negeri Malang as the host institution, with UNS represented by Prof. Dr. Asrowi, M.Pd. as the first partner, and Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) Surabaya represented by Dr. Agus Budi Raharjo, S. Kom, M.Kom. as the second partner.

The research focuses on leveraging local cultural values to manage mental health in East and Central Java. In East Java, the cultural values of Madura were adopted, while in Central Java, the philosophical values of Suryomentaram served as the foundation. These values are integrated into a digital platform for implementation.

The hybrid event involved 140 participants, including research team members, BK lecturers, students, and alumni, both online and on-site.

Dr. Naharus Surur, M.Pd., Head of the BK Study Program, opened the event, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in mental health management within the BK field. He stated, “Developing a mental health counseling model that resonates well with students and teachers is crucial and deserves to be appreciated and further disseminated.”

Prof. Dr. M. Ramli, M.A., highlighted the core research ideas during the dissemination. “This research reflects our interest in utilizing Indonesia’s diverse cultures as variables to promote mental health. We incorporated the local cultures of Madura and Central Java, particularly the Suryomentaram philosophy, as the foundation for developing a counseling model. These will serve as pilot projects in these regions,” he explained.

Prof. Dr. Asrowi, M.Pd., elaborated on the cultural perspective in mental health, stating, “Culture influences mental health positively and negatively. By integrating cultural values into counseling, mental health can be effectively managed.”

Dr. Agus Budi Raharjo, S.Kom., M.Kom., highlighted the role of technology in providing digital platforms for school counseling services. “Although rooted in local cultural values, today’s students are more attuned to technology. Thus, an online counseling platform can allow them to assess their mental health, receive counseling, and plan follow-up actions,” he added.

In conclusion, Dr. Ribut Purwaningrum, M.Pd., presented the development of the Central Java culturally based mental health counseling model. “Our collaborative research employs Suryomentaram’s values as the philosophical foundation for developing a mental health counseling model to improve individual well-being in Central Java, particularly among school students. We hope this dissemination will introduce a culturally-based counseling model adaptable to schools, aligning with local cultural values and ensuring practicality and goal orientation,” she said.

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An opening remark was delivered by Prof. Dr. Dra. Okid Parama Astirin, M.Si., as the Director of Research Office UNS, Dr. Rosnah Abdullah, M.Sc., Ph.D. as the Director of Center of Advanced Material and Energy Sciences (CAMES) Universiti Brunei Darussalam, and Teguh Endah Saraswati, M.Sc., Ph. D as the Chief of Plasma Science and Technology Research Group UNS. All of them shared their appreciation and enthusiasm for the event.

Further, Prof. Okid shared her wish that this collaboration will positively contribute to all of the partners. “I hope this collaboration could continue deeper and improve research quality in various fields and significant positive impacts (for all of the partners),” she said on Saturday (26/6/2021).

The event was followed by a material presentation by speakers from all of the university partners. Dr. Maria Ulfa, S.Si., M.Si., from UNS presented her research on “Gelatin Based for Green Synthesis Nanomaterial”, followed by Prof. Dr. Didik Prasetyoko, S.Si., M.Sc., from ITS with a presentation on “Micro-mesoporous Aluminosilicates for Biofuel Production”. The last presenter from Universiti Brunei Darussalam was Dr. Hasliza Bahruji, M.Sc., Ph.D., with her presentation on “Catalyst CO₂ Hydrogenation”.

After the presentations, all attendees had an interactive discussion on the presentation materials. Participants asked questions and inquire deeper for more information and research findings. Humas UNS

Reporter: Kaffa Hidayati
Editor: Dwi Hastuti

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