Yogyakarta, June 17, 2025 – Reinforcing its position as a center for pharmaceutical science development, the Faculty of Pharmacy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) hosted a pivotal coordination meeting between the Regional Board of the Indonesian Pharmacists Association for the Special Region of Yogyakarta (PD IAI DIY) and leaders of Apothecary Professional Programs (PPA) from across the region. The strategic assembly was held on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, in the Meeting Hall of the Faculty’s Unit IX Building.
This initiative embodies a spirit of collaboration for common objectives, aligning with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 17, Partnerships for the Goals. The forum united the professional organization with educational institutions that cultivate a high-caliber workforce. A strong synergy between these parties is the cornerstone for ensuring the relevance and quality of pharmaceutical education in the modern era.
Furthermore, the meeting directly supports the achievement of SDG 4, Quality Education. Through focused discussion and the alignment of programs, IAI DIY and PPA institutions are working to elevate curriculum standards, learning methodologies, and the core competencies of pharmacy graduates. This approach ensures that graduating pharmacists are not only practice-ready but also adaptable to ongoing advancements in health science and technology.
Ultimately, these efforts are aimed at advancing SDG 3, Good Health and Well-being. Competent and professional pharmacists stand on the frontline, guaranteeing safe, effective, and responsible pharmaceutical services for the community. This collaboration ensures that Yogyakarta continues to produce reliable healthcare practitioners capable of improving the overall standard of public health.
Dr. apt. Nanang Munif Yasin, M.Pharm., as the Vice Dean for Academic and Student Affairs of the Faculty of Pharmacy UGM, expressed his enthusiasm for the event. “We are honored to facilitate this crucial meeting. The synergy between academia and professional organizations is key to nurturing future pharmacists who are not only academically excellent but also possess high integrity and are prepared to serve the nation. This reflects our commitment to actively contributing to the national health and education ecosystem.”
The meeting is expected to formulate concrete measures that will strengthen the apothecary profession and elevate the quality of professional education in the Special Region of Yogyakarta, consistent with UGM’s mission to serve the nation and humanity.
