This study takes a step toward developing a Thai-specific generational cohort framework grounded in the country’s historical, economic, and social transformations. Drawing on Schwartz’s Theory of Basic Individual Values, the study examines how shared formative experiences are reflected in relative value prioritization across generational cohorts. Using secondary survey data from Thailand, the study employs a comparative cohort-based analysis to contrast the proposed Thai generational classification with the U.S.-based generational framework commonly used in prior research. The results indicate that the Thai classification offers a more nuanced and culturally grounded segmentation, capturing generational differences that are less apparent when Western cohort definitions are applied. In particular, younger Thai cohorts place greater relative emphasis on Face and Conformity, while patterns in Achievement, Security, and Universalism diverge from those observed under U.S.-based cohort classifications. These findings contribute to the literature on generational analysis by demonstrating the value of context-specific cohort frameworks and highlighting the importance of incorporating national historical and socio-economic conditions when studying generational value differences. The results have implications for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners who rely on generational classifications in the Thai context.

The analysis aimed to evaluate the attainment of essential indicators of stunting prevalence in local villages under the Stunting Reduction Acceleration Program. Data were sourced from the Emonev Stunting Ministry of Home Affairs Dashboard, comprising aggregated information from 232 locus villages across 12 districts/cities in Riau Province for 2023. Stunting prevalence was the dependent variable, whereas essential attainment indicators served as the independent variables. Spearman’s correlation and linear regression analyses were performed. The findings revealed that 15 fundamental indicators, including exclusive breastfeeding (52,9%), did not meet the targets. Indicators that achieved targets included adolescent girls consuming iron pills, reduced unwanted pregnancies, adequate complementary feeding for children aged 6–23 months, and management services for malnourished children under the age of five. Exclusive breastfeeding was significantly associated with a lower prevalence of stunting (r = -0.134, p < .05). Interventions targeting exclusive breastfeeding could reduce stunting by up to 6.9% per 1% increase in coverage. The analysis emphasized the importance of improving essential indicators that remain below target indicators that directly influence stunting, such as exclusive breastfeeding, and require specific interventions. Recommendations include addressing the underlying challenges and providing lactation counselors at health centers in locus villages to promote breastfeeding practices and reduce stunting prevalence.

This study examines the link between conditional cash transfers (CCTs) and food insecurity among low-income households with children in Indonesia, using data from the 2022 National Socioeconomic Survey (SUSENAS). The insecurity is assessed using calorie intake and the Food Insecurity Experience Scale (FIES), while the link is examined using binary and ordinal logistic regression models. The results indicate that insecurity is substantially higher than estimates: 82.37% based on calorie intake and 32.61% based on the FIES. These percentages highlight the disproportionate burden of food insecurity faced by vulnerable groups, with the prevalence being the highest in eastern Indonesia, particularly in Maluku, Papua, and Nusa Tenggara. The results also show that CCT is associated with a lower likelihood of both calorie- and FIES-based food insecurity.

Domestic violence (DV) is now widely recognized as a severe public health problem owing to its health consequences. India has high prevalence rates of physical, sexual, and emotional violence against spouses (28%, 14%, and 6%, respectively). The study uses data from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) to analyze the spatial distribution of different forms of DV in Northeast India. Bivariate analysis, ordinary least squares (OLS), and geographically weighted regression (GWR) were employed for data analysis. Domestic violence in Northeast India stands at 31.3%, with Manipur at 41.5%, followed by Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. Hailakandi in Assam (64.7%) and Bishnupur in Manipur (59.9%) have the highest rates. The local R2 values for domestic violence were notably higher in the southern and eastern regions of the northeast States. Specifically, in the southeastern districts of Nagaland, these values ranged between 0.65 and 0.70. Regional disparities were evident in the prevalence of physical, emotional, and sexual violence, with Manipur, Assam, and specific districts in Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland frequently highlighted as hotspots. The results highlight the necessity of region-specific strategies and focused interventions to effectively address and prevent DV throughout the Northeast. Prioritizing the mitigation of significant risk factors for DV in hotspot regions should be the government’s top priority.

Amid rising labor force participation among older adults, understanding retirees’ motivations to continue working is increasingly crucial. This study investigates how the meaning of work relates to post-retirement employment survival among older adults. We conducted structured interviews with 230 retirees aged 53 and older in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Through these interviews, we evaluated five dimensions of work meaning: financial, personal, social, generativity, and spiritual. Respondents included former employees from government, military, health, education, state-owned, and private institutions. We employed Gompertz survival analysis with robustness checks via Cox regression and inverse probability weighting. The result revealed that by the seventh year of retirement, the probability of remaining employed reached 0.75. A strong social meaning of work was associated with prolonged employment, whereas a strong spiritual meaning was associated with earlier labor-market exit. These findings suggest the need for flexible retirement age policies and support for community-based spiritual engagement to accommodate diverse retirement trajectories.

The Tukuder Festival at Jami Al-Muttaqin Mosque in Kaliwungu, Kendal, Central Java, Indonesia, is a vibrant example of living Islamic heritage that reinforces cultural identity, religious continuity, and community resilience. Held annually to welcome the holy month of Ramadan, the festival integrates ritual practices, traditional foodways, and intergenerational participation rooted in the values of Islam Nusantara. This study investigates how the festival transmits intangible cultural heritage, particularly through the symbolic meanings of traditional dishes such as Telur Mimi, Sumpil, and Momoh. Using a qualitative approach, data were collected through participatory observation and in-depth interviews with local vendors, religious leaders, government officials, and cultural practitioners, as well as document analysis. Findings reveal that the Tukuder Festival strengthens social cohesion that fosters communal bonds. The culinary elements, deeply embedded in local religious symbolism, reflect values of purity, solidarity, and gratitude. In addition, the active role of local government demonstrates how institutional collaboration contributes to the continuity and revitalization of community-based traditions. The Tukuder Festival exemplifies how localized Islamic traditions can be maintained and revitalized as living heritage in response to changing social and cultural dynamics.

Obesity remains a significant public health challenge in Indonesia, partly driven by changes in dietary patterns and increased consumption of energy-dense, nutrient-poor foods. Front-of-package nutrition labeling (FOPNL) has been introduced globally as a strategy to support healthier food choices by improving access to simplified nutrition information. In Indonesia, the voluntary “Healthier Choice” logo represents the initial implementation of FOPNL, although its use and public awareness remain limited. This study aimed to identify factors associated with consumer behavior in choosing packaged foods with FOP labels. An analytical observational study with a cross-sectional design was conducted in September 2024 among 282 adult followers of the Ilmugiziku social media platform, selected through stratified random sampling. Data were collected using a self-administered online questionnaire and analyzed using chi-square tests and multivariate logistic regression. More than half of respondents (52.5%) demonstrated good food selection behavior. Bivariate analysis showed significant associations between food choice behavior and gender, education level, nutrition knowledge, and attitudes toward FOP labels (p < .05). In the final multivariate model, only education level remained significantly associated with behavior, with higher-educated respondents more likely to report good food selection behavior (AOR = 1.96, 95% CI [1.26, 3.16]). These findings indicate that education plays a central role in shaping consumer engagement with simplified nutrition labels. Strengthening nutrition literacy and expanding the clarity and reach of FOP labeling may support healthier food choices and contribute to national efforts to reduce diet-related non-communicable diseases while advancing universal health coverage and health system resilience.

This study analyses the factors that support or hinder financial inclusion for persons with disabilities (PWD), using the Yogyakarta Special Region as a case study. This study uses a qualitative approach, with semi-structured interviews grounded in the framework of facilitators and barriers, to explore financial inclusion for PWD in the Yogyakarta Special Region. Snowball sampling was used to recruit four informants, comprising two people who were blind or partially sighted and two people with physical disabilities. Data collection involved interviews with informants, banking representatives, and disability experts. Facilitators include cooperatives offering door-to-door services, accessible banking facilities such as ramps and trained staff, and digital innovations like mobile banking, which reduce physical barriers. However, barriers persist, including stigma, misperceptions, and inadequate physical and digital infrastructure. Many banks lack accessible ATMs or audio-guided mobile platforms, hindering the usability of services for blind and partially sighted people. Additionally, distance to branches and insufficient accommodations exacerbate exclusion. To address these challenges, the study proposes strategies such as strengthening disability-focused financial literacy, expanding accessible banking infrastructure, and fostering collaboration between banks and cooperatives. Indicators of financial inclusion for PWD—account ownership, credit access, digital banking usage, and customer satisfaction—are highlighted as tools for assessing progress and identifying areas for improvement.

Pregnancy anemia is a significant public health issue in Indonesia, requiring effective monitoring of iron tablet use with support from spouses and healthcare workers. Previous interventions often lacked strong theoretical foundations and population-specific approaches. This study documents the systematic development of the ANECMA intervention, integrating the Behavior Change Wheel (BCW) framework based on feedback from target users. The study involved 18 pregnant women, five spouses, and nine healthcare providers (midwives, nutritionists, and general practitioners) from primary healthcare centers in Surakarta, Indonesia, in 2024. Semi-structured interviews and consultation sessions were conducted, and findings were analyzed using deductive and inductive methods within the BCW framework. Behavioral analysis (Steps 1–4) identified nine intervention goals aligned with the COM-B components: Capability, Opportunity, and Motivation. Six intervention functions and 16 behavior change techniques were chosen to drive behavior change. The intervention employs a triadic approach, engaging spouses and healthcare providers to support pregnant women’s anemia prevention behaviors, complemented by a mobile app. This study outlines the rationale for selecting intervention components and behavior change techniques. It provides a practical guide to using the BCW framework, emphasizing the active involvement of target groups and stakeholders in designing effective interventions to prevent pregnancy anemia.