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Pemaparan perkembangan studi SMART-MMS The SMART-MMS study, together with its calcium supplementation sub-study, reached an important milestone with the implementation of its mid-term review on Thursday, 1 October 2026. Held virtually, the meeting brought together the SUMMIT team, policymakers, and health partners in Lombok to review the study’s progress and discuss preliminary findings from field implementation. The meeting opened with remarks from Yuni Dwi Setiyawati, MHID.

ILP Dialogue Webinar 14: Realizing Integrated Primary Health Services through an Ecosystem Digital health transformation continues to evolve alongside the growing need for more integrated, connected, and data-driven primary health care. In this context, digital ecosystems play an important role in supporting the Integration of Primary Health Services (ILP), not only by connecting systems and data, but also by strengthening decision-making processes at the service delivery lev

Garut is serving as a pilot site for the Digitally Enabled District program, targeting 54 community health centers (Puskesmas). Digital transformation in the health sector continues to advance through collaboration between local governments, development organizations, and educational institutions. This commitment was highlighted through the socialization of the Digitally Enabled District (DED) program and Bunda Hebat HealthComm at the Institut Kesehatan Karsa Husada Garut (IK

Overall Winner for Digital Community Health Center (PUSDI) Utilization – Period I Winner of the Most Active Digital Village (DEDI) – Period I Behind every dashboard screen lies a range of activities that often go unseen. There are community health workers recording services, health workers monitoring data, tasks being assigned through digital systems, and communities being reached through these efforts. When all of these activities are digitally recorded, data begins to tell

SUMMIT and the Garut District Health Office continue to collaborate in strengthening the use of DED 2.0, with a shared focus on improving data utilization and quality to support better health services. Behind every number recorded in a digital system, there is a story. There is a health worker documenting a service, a process taking place at a health facility, and a decision that may eventually be shaped by the information captured through the system. That is why the journey

The SUMMIT team with representatives from Sade Village during the donation handover. The devastating fire that struck Sade Village on August 22, 2026, left a significant impact on the community. The loss of homes, belongings, and a sense of security became part of an experience that residents had to face during an incredibly difficult time. Amidst the situation, the spirit of solidarity and mutual support became an important source of strength for the community to begin rebui

AI in healthcare represents a significant step forward in improving the quality of healthcare services in Lombok and Garut. Mataram, 27 August 2026 – The use of artificial intelligence (Artificial Intelligence/AI) in primary health care continues to evolve as an approach to help health workers manage information, monitor patients’ conditions, and provide more responsive services. Lessons from the development and implementation of AI at the primary care level were the focus of

Reflecting on the First Half of 2026 and Strengthening Our Path Forward for the Next Six Months As we enter the second half of 2026, Summit Institute for Development (SUMMIT) took a moment to pause, reflect on the journey so far, and look ahead to the road forward. From 7–9 August 2026, SUMMIT held its Mid-Year Review Meeting with the Board of Advisors, Board of Supervisor, and Management team. The meeting served as an important opportunity to reflect on the organization’s pr

Stakeholder panel talkshow After completing an intensive learning journey, Genomics & Science Dojo 3.0 officially concluded with a four-day Workshop held from 19–22 July 2026, followed by Dissemination Day on 23 July 2026 in Jakarta. The event marked the culmination of a capacity-building program designed to strengthen the capabilities of Indonesian researchers in producing high-quality, globally competitive research. Genomics & Science Dojo is a capacity-building initiative

leimena conference Summit Institute for Development (SID) reaffirmed its commitment to advancing Indonesia's health system transformation through its participation in Leimena Conference 2026, held from 27–29 July 2026 at BRIN Gatot Subroto, Widya Graha Ballroom, Jakarta. Organized by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia, through the PHC Consortium Secretariat and the Directorate General of Primary Healthcare, the conference brought together policymakers, health

Signing of the cooperation agreement for the Digitally Enabled District 2.0 program in Garut Regency. Garut Regency continues to face significant challenges in maternal and child health. In 2024, the Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) reached 50 maternal deaths, while the Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) recorded 332 infant deaths. These figures ranked Garut as the second-highest regency for maternal deaths and the third-highest for infant deaths in West Java Province. These statistic

Summit Institute for Development (SID) welcomes the announcement by the Linux Foundation of its intent to launch the Open Health Stack Software Foundation (OHS-SF), a new global initiative that will provide a neutral, community-governed home for open source technologies powering AI-enabled digital health systems. The Foundation brings together technology companies, global health organizations, research institutions, and implementing partners committed to accelerating interope

MMS is an initial step towards better health in NTB. Summit Institute for Development welcomed representatives of the SMART-MMS program donor, the Children's Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF) through Sight and Life (SAL), for a field visit from 6–8 July 2026 to observe the implementation of the SMART-MMS program at several primary healthcare centers (Puskesmas) and integrated health posts (Posyandu) in Central Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara. The visit reflects the shared commitme

The Winner of Shinjitsu Tournament Amid ongoing efforts to strengthen Indonesia's genomics and biomedical research ecosystem, a capacity-building program is once again underway for the third time. Genomics and Science Dojo 3.0 is more than just a technical training program, it is a movement to cultivate a more critical, open, and collaborative scientific culture among Indonesia's young researchers. Genomics and Science Dojo participants come from both Indonesia and abroad The

Together, advancing toward a brighter and more progressive future for healthcare in West Nusa Tenggara (NTB). Efforts to strengthen digital health transformation in West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) continue to gain momentum through multi-stakeholder collaboration. This commitment was reflected in a coordination meeting that brought together Summit Institute for Development (SID), Spheres, the Regional Development Planning Agency (BAPPEDA), the NTB Provincial Health Office, and the Co

Pregnant women received Multiple Micronutrient Supplements (MMS) along with direct support and counseling from SID’s Community Health Promoters (CHPs). Efforts to reduce maternal mortality, infant mortality, and prevent stunting depend not only on the availability of healthcare services but also on ensuring optimal nutrition during pregnancy. In response to this challenge, the Summit Institute for Development (SID) has launched SMART-MMS (Study on Adherence to Multiple Micron

Presentation of the Digital Health Monitoring Application, AI-OCR, and AI-Predictive Technologies to Stakeholders Efforts to harness Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support maternal and child health services are beginning to take shape in West Nusa Tenggara Province, Indonesia. On Thursday, June 11, representatives from the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), the Australian Embassy in Jakarta, the KONEKSI team, national media outlets including Liputan6.

Group Photo with Participants of the SMART-MMS Roadshow in North Lombok This strategic meeting served as an important milestone to align scientific and operational approaches across participating teams, discuss field implementation strategies, and strengthen coordination among countries and institutions ahead of the next phase of implementation. The agenda also included discussions on the harmonization of research protocols, data management systems, intervention product manuf

Active collaboration and participation from all stakeholders are essential for the successful implementation of the program. The SMART-MMS Socialization and Implementation Coordination Roadshow, held in Central Lombok Regency on May 13, 2026, marked an important step toward strengthening maternal health services through the use of digital technology. The event brought together representatives from the West Nusa Tenggara Provincial Health Office, the Central Lombok District He

Collaboration among policymakers is key to the success of this program. The Government of West Nusa Tenggara Province, in collaboration with the East Lombok District Government and the Summit Institute for Development (SUMMIT), organized the SMART-MMS Socialization and Implementation Coordination Roadshow in East Lombok Regency on May 12, 2026, as part of efforts to strengthen maternal and child health programs through a digital innovation approach. The event served as a plat