RAKAT MENTAL HEALTH (ENG)
RAKAT MENTAL HEALTH (ENG)
Rakat Mental Health (ENG) TAKAR and BASAkalimantan Wiki: Youth Mental Health Initiatives, Public Participation Wikithon, and Cross-Sector Policy Dialogue in Kalimantan (Oct–Dec 2025)
Context: BASAkalimantan Wiki’s Mission, Recognition, and Youth-Centered Initiatives
The report highlights BASAkalimantan Wiki (BkW) and its collaborative efforts, including Wiki Bakunjang, which centers youth voices as a critical force in shaping knowledge ecosystems and regional policymaking in South Kalimantan. It notes the international recognition earned by the project as part of an open knowledge initiative, and situates these activities within the Aruh Pemuda Kalimantan 2025 framework, a series designed to surface and address strategic youth issues. For many attendees, these spaces offer a relaxed environment where ideas can be shared without the pressures typical of academic settings. The gathering underscored the value of multilingual communication among participants, illustrating how language diversity can strengthen collaborative problem-solving. This section also reinforces the belief that youth perspectives are essential in public policy discussions, and that platforms like Wiki Bakunjang empower young people to contribute to policy conversations in meaningful ways. (Page: N/A)
Voices, Diversity, and the Role of Technology in Youth Mental Health Discourse
The discussions emphasized that the opinions of young people matter deeply when it comes to policy dialogue, especially around mental health. Stereotypes about teens’ ability to manage stress were challenged by participants who spoke about resilience and creative approaches to coping. A notable moment featured Rafael Agnan, a 2010-born student, who framed mental health as foundational to every aspect of life and advocated for openness—encouraging peers to talk with trusted friends. He also highlighted personal strategies for stress relief, including interacting with artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT, illustrating how digital technologies have become a contemporary outlet for youth mental well-being. This shift signals a broader trend: technology is increasingly embedded in the way young people navigate emotional health and peer support networks. (Page: N/A)
Safe Space for UIN Antasari Students: Wiki Bakunjang at the Tarbiyah and Teacher Training Faculty
BASAkalimantan Wiki organized a Wiki Bakunjang event at UIN Antasari Banjarmasin’s Banjarbaru campus, attracting about 130 students from first to fifth semesters. The gathering tackled issues of mental health and stigma associated with the so-called “strawberry generation,” aligning with the Aruh Pemuda Kalimantan 2025 program. Through guided discussions, reflective activities, and writing exercises, participants were given a safe space to share personal experiences and perspectives on mental health. The event also introduced the #4 Public Participation Wikithon, inviting attendees to submit their insights via the BASAkalimantanWiki.org platform. Diang Anggrek, a member of BkW’s social media team, stressed ongoing concerns about resources, access, and literacy for youth mental health. Ahmad Muhaimin, head of HMJ IPII, announced a free consultation room for UIN Antasari students, highlighting local commitment to accessible support. The session concluded with a Banjar language quiz and a group photograph, symbolizing the importance of community dialogue as a first step toward healing. (Page: N/A)
From Wikithon to Policy: Kalimantan Youth Speak Out About Mental Health
A key event took place at the Pangeran Samudera Hall of the South Kalimantan Youth Empowerment and Development Agency (BPMP) in Banjarbaru on November 25, 2025. The program combined three main aims: presenting prizes for the Public Participation Wikithon #4 focusing on mental health, conducting a mental health policy dialogue, and inaugurating the Kalimantan Youth Council (DPK). The event opened with remarks from Rizana Mirza, a government official, who underscored the necessity of youth dialogue spaces and pledged collaboration with the Kalimantan Youth Council and BASAkalimantan Wiki to build an inclusive public-participation ecosystem. Hudan Nur, BkW’s program director, reported that the Wikithon drew 428 entries, with four winners selected across public and student categories. The policy dialogue unfolded through two focus-group rotations that brought together youth, community groups, and government representatives, revealing concerns from academic pressure and exposure to digital information to limited access to mental health services. The forum aimed to sharpen ideas for concrete policy implementation and culminated in the formal inauguration of the Kalimantan Youth Council, comprising a diverse group of 12 youths. The chair of the Banjarbaru DPRD reaffirmed the legislative branch’s commitment to providing channels for youth aspirations within regional policymaking. The overarching message from the event was clear: youth voices are not merely rhetoric but a crucial foundation for more responsive, empathetic, and sustainable policies in Kalimantan. (Page: N/A)
Cross-Sector Dialogue: Inclusive Mental Health Policies in Banjarbaru
On December 16, 2025, the Banjarbaru DPRD hall hosted a Mental Health Public Policy Dialogue that brought together students, university attendees, educators, community activists, civil servants, and journalists. The gathering aimed to translate the outcomes of Wikithon and policy discussions into actionable policy directions and referrals, with a shared emphasis on safeguarding the mental health of children and adolescents. The event showcased collaboration across regions, including participants from BASAbali Wiki, signaling a broader commitment to mental health issues as a shared challenge. DP3APMP2KB, the Children’s Empowerment and Development Agency, reiterated its involvement, and Erma Epiyana Hartati highlighted alignment with the Bintang Ceria program, which seeks to provide safe spaces where young people can seek guidance and referrals to appropriate services. A central takeaway was the need to develop peer counselors who serve as ethical listeners rather than judges, documenting concerns and guiding peers toward professional support as necessary. The dialogue reinforced the idea that effective mental health policy requires both listening and concrete action, creating pathways for ongoing engagement beyond the event. (Page: N/A)
Concluding Reflections: Toward a Youth-Centered, Inclusive Mental Health Policy Ecosystem in Kalimantan
Collectively, the outlined activities demonstrate a sustained commitment to elevating youth voices in mental health policy and practice. The Wiki Bakunjang program, Wikithon, and the policy dialogues function as a coordinated effort to translate student ideas into real policy directions, with cross-sector participation spanning education, local government, civil society, and media. The emphasis on safe spaces, accessible services, and the cultivation of peer-support networks highlights a pragmatic approach to improving mental health outcomes for young people in Kalimantan. The initiatives underscore the importance of multilingual and culturally diverse engagement, recognizing that inclusive participation strengthens both policy relevance and community trust. Moving forward, the report suggests expanding resources, broadening digital participation, and enhancing referral systems to ensure that mental health support is reachable for all youth across the region. (Page: N/A)
