Evaluation of the implementation of regional regulation number 4 of 2015 concerning exclusive breastfeeding in Enrekang Regency

Abstract

Exclusive breastfeeding is an important part of fulfilling infants’ nutrition to achieve optimal developmental growth at the beginning of their lives. Exclusive breastfeeding is a big commitment and in its implementation, it needs to be evaluated whether it has been running in accordance with the mandate of Regional Regulation. This study aimed to evaluate the implementation of Regional Regulation No. 4 of 2015 concerning Exclusive Breastfeeding (ASI) in Enrekang Regency in 2022. This study is a quasi-qualitative exploring the evaluation of exclusive breastfeeding policies through in-depth interviews, observation and documentation. The data collection technique used was in-depth interviews in which respondents were selected through snowball sampling and obtained 17 informants consisting of 4 respondents as regular informants, 11 respondents as supporting informants and 2 respondents as key informants. The results showed that the availability of human resources and facilities and infrastructure to support Regional Regulation concerning exclusive breastfeeding is sufficient. Budget realization in proportions that are adjusted to the capacity of the regional budget comes from the APBD and BOK funds. The implementation of Regional Regulation concerning exclusive breastfeeding in Enrekang Regency has been running optimally (well-implemented).

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