The Ramadan study session titled "Optimizing Fasting for Health and Disease Prevention" was successfully held on Friday, March 7, 2025, in the Seminar Room, Building L1, 2nd Floor, UGM Library and Archives. This event was a collaborative effort between the UGM Muslimah Friendship Forum (Forsilam), the UGM Library and Archives Dharma Wanita Persatuan (DWP), and the UGM Health Promoting University (HPU).
Featuring Prof. Dr. dr. Denny Agustiningsih, M.Kes, AIFM, as the keynote speaker, the session explored how fasting is not only a spiritual practice but also offers significant health benefits. In her presentation, Prof. Denny explained that fasting helps detoxify the body, boost metabolism, and plays a role in preventing various diseases. This session was moderated by Arifah Suryaningsih, Chair of the DWP Library and Archives UGM, who helped guide the discussion to be more engaging and interactive. The event received an enthusiastic response, with hundreds of participants joining both in person and online via Zoom Meeting and YouTube.
Beyond the insightful discussion, the event was further enlivened by the Ramadan Bazaar, offering a variety of food, refreshing beverages, and other quality products. The presence of the bazaar not only added to the festive Ramadan atmosphere but also provided a platform for local entrepreneurs to showcase their products.
This activity aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being), SDG 4 (Quality Education), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). The educational aspect of the event supports efforts to improve public well-being and promote a healthy lifestyle. Additionally, the inclusion of expert speakers reflects a commitment to providing access to quality education. The collaboration among various stakeholders in this event also highlights the importance of partnerships in creating a broader positive impact.
With a spirit of education and togetherness, this event serves as concrete proof that Ramadan is not only a time to strengthen faith but also an opportunity to improve health, share knowledge, and enhance social and economic networks within the UGM community.
Contributor: Wasilatul Baroroh