Family Planning-Village to Promote Healthy and Prosperous Families in Pacitan, East Java

Abstract

Background: Family planning (FP) is arguably one of the most important public health advancements in the last century. Modern methods of family planning include birth control, assisted reproductive technology, and FP programs. In Indonesia, one of FP program based on community is called FP-village. It aims to help families to attend healthy and prosperous lives. This study aimed to investigate family planning-village to promote healthy and prosperous families in Pacitan, East Java. Subjects and Method: This was a qualitative observation study conducted in Belah Village, Pacitan, East Java. A sample of FP-Village administrators, managers, and community health workers was selected for this study. The data were collected by in-depth interview, focus group discussion, and observation. Results: FP-Village is a community based forum of various activities, including FP counseling, elderly counseling, and child counseling, handcraft making, and entrepreneurship training. FP-Village activities had a positive impact on Belah Village residents. Family health enhanced with the existence of the FP-village. Community income also increased due to entrepreneurial training. Conclusion: FP-Village has a positive impact on health, family planning, income generation, and family welfare. Community involvement determines the success of this program. Keywords: family planning, health, family welfare, village.