The Batam City Government has awarded PT Mcdermott and PT Vetco Gray for their crucial role in reducing stunting rates in the city, acknowledging their effective Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
In a significant move to address the health crisis of stunting, Batam City has seen a remarkable decline in stunting rates, attributing this success to the involvement and CSR efforts of PT Mcdermott and PT Vetco Gray.
The declining stunting rates in Batam, which have significantly dropped from 7.21% in 2020 to 1.90% in 2023, indicate effective strategies and collaborations between the government and corporations.
PT Mcdermott, as part of its CSR, adopted 20 children in Tanjungsengkung, providing them with nutritious food packages worth Rp 840,000 per month for six months.
The focused efforts have led to a substantial decrease in stunting cases in Batam’s Batuampar area, from 112 children in 2022 to 76 in 2023.
Both companies’ CSR programs have been instrumental in supporting national priorities to combat stunting, thus contributing to healthier generations.
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The city’s dedication to tackling stunting has been recognized at the national level, earning fiscal incentives from the central government for its successful strategies.
The collaborative efforts between the Batam City Government and corporations like PT Mcdermott and PT Vetco Gray exemplify how public-private partnerships can effectively address health crises like stunting, benefiting not only the local community but also setting a precedent for other regions, including Singapore.
In recognition of their efforts to combat stunting, Batam City Government has awarded PT Mcdermott and PT Vetco Gray for their CSR initiatives. This partnership has significantly reduced stunting rates in the city, reflecting the power of collaborative efforts in addressing public health issues. The decline in stunting rates is a promising sign for the future of Batam’s children and serves as an inspiring model for neighboring regions.
Source: Surya Kepri, Katasiber.id (2023)
