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Transformation of Library Services within the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia in Community Service for the Welfare and Health of the Indonesian People

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Background of the study: Indonesia faces various complex health challenges, ranging from the burden of
communicable and non-communicable diseases, nutritional problems, environmental health issues, to public
health literacy that still needs improvement. In facing these challenges, the role of libraries within the Ministry
of Health of the Republic of Indonesia becomes highly vital and strategic.
Purpose: Analyzing how libraries within the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia (Kemenkes RI)
currently conduct community service
Method: This research used a descriptive qualitative method with data collection through direct observation and
interviews to gain a deep and contextual understanding of the phenomenon.
Findings: The BKPK Library engages in "BKPK Mengajar" (BKPK Teaches) activities, visits with PKK cadres,
and storytelling for elementary school children. The Dr. Kariadi Hospital Library in Semarang offers a "Book
Cart" service for inpatients. The Poltekkes Kendari Library established "Sikola Di Lao" (School in the Sea) for
the coastal community of Soropia. The Poltekkes Kemenkes Semarang Library organizes training on making
tofu dregs nuggets for the local community, while the Poltekkes Jakarta 3 Library provides a "Pustelling"
(Mobile Electronic Library) service for its fostered communities. These library service transformations
encompass aspects of digitalization and open access to health information resources, social inclusion and
community service, an educational role and health information literacy, as well as collaboration and partnerships.
By implementing these transformational service aspects, libraries within the Ministry of Health of the Republic
of Indonesia are making a significant impact on community service for the welfare and health of the Indonesian
people.
Conclusion: This research reveals that libraries within the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia
(Kemenkes RI) play a significant role in supporting the institution's duties and functions in improving the health
status of the Indonesian population. Through various activities such as promoting reading interest, community
empowerment, mobile library services, and circulation services for patients, these libraries have transformed
into active agents of change in community service. This transformation demonstrates effective adaptation to
technological advancements and global challenges, further strengthening the libraries' contribution to improving
the welfare and health of the Indonesian people in support of the SDGs.

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Series Title

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Call Number

025.5 NAD t

Publisher

Semarang : UIN IB Padang., 2025

Collation

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Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

3090-3599

Classification

025.5

Content Type

text

Media Type

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Carrier Type

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Edition

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Subject(s)

Library Services
Library
Public Health

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Statement of Responsibility

Nadia Amelia Qurrota A’yunin

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Tanggal Pelaksanaan - Dari

2025-04-22

Tanggal Pelaksanaan - Sampai

2025-04-22

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Tidak

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