Ayo Centing Infographic: Unveiling Mothers' Perceptions on Stunting Prevention Media

Abstract

This study endeavors to devise a graphic information media design aimed at health education for the prevention of stunting. The utilization of infographics serves as an effective means to expeditiously and lucidly depict intricate information. A proficient infographic seamlessly integrates research findings and narrative elements with exemplary visual design to impart a memorable message. The translation of technical content to diverse populations assumes paramount importance in the domain of health education and promotion. The qualitative research design employed herein seeks to comprehensively explore the perceptions of informants regarding the "Ayo Prevent Stunting" (Ayo Centing) infographic media. The study population comprises children under five, attending Posyandu in a village within the Kotagajah District, with a sample size of 20 informants selected through simple random sampling. Data collection encompasses in-depth interviews with the aforementioned 20 direct informants. The research findings uniformly affirm the informants' confidence in the excellence and appropriateness of the infographic media's display, the intriguing simplicity of its title, alignment with readers' needs, relevance, correctness of sources, material comprehension, adherence to provisions, and safety of use. Notably, 17 informants expressed comprehension, while three did not. Regarding ease of access, 18 informants reported it as facile, while two indicated difficulty due to signal constraints. The "Ayo Prevent Stunting" (Ayo Centing) infographic emerges as a pertinent educational tool employed by health service institutions for stunting awareness. Informants facing comprehension challenges are advised to engage in re-reading, and those encountering access issues attributed to signal strength are encouraged to seek optimal signal conditions.