UGM Pharmacy – Master of Clinical Pharmacy students held a community service program at SMAN 1 Wonosobo titled “Stop Early Marriage and Tips for Maintaining Mental Health” (27/02). The event addressed the ongoing challenge of child marriage in the region, despite a significant decline in cases—from 2,019 in 2018 to 479 in 2021 as education, economic conditions, and cultural norms continue to influence this issue.
The program highlighted the emotional and psychological impact of early marriage, particularly for those unprepared financially or emotionally. Led by Dr. apt. Fita Rahmawati, Sp. FRS, the session engaged 360 eleventh-grade students with presentations on the risks of early marriage and strategies to maintain a good mental health. The interactive format included a Q&A session, educational videos, and distribution of goodie bags containing mental health tips and anti-early marriage messages. A quiz at the end of the event encouraged enthusiastic participation from students, wrapping up the session on a high note. The program concluded with the presentation of a commemorative plaque to the school’s principal.