POLICY ANALYSIS OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF AYAH SIAGA CLASSES IN INDONESIA: SCOOPING REVIEW

Abstract

Background; Pregnancy and childbirth require comprehensive support, including informational and emotional support from husbands, the Ayah Siaga' Class is one of the initiatives that invites the active role of fathers in supporting maternal and child health in Indonesia, Objective: Review and analyze the policies and implementation of the Ayah Siaga class in Indonesia in the last five years (2020–2025), including policy frameworks, implementation models,  research findings related to the impacts and barriers to implementation, as well as policy recommendations. Method: Scooping review follows the PCC (Population-Concept-Context) approach. The literature search includes scientific publications and national policy documents as well as program reports published between 2020–2025. Relevant work includes program evaluations, quasi-experimental studies, community service articles, and local/national government policy documents. Key results: The literature suggests that the Ayah Siaga/Dad Class program is driven by national policies to increase paternal involvement in maternal and child health, as well as as a supportive strategy for accelerating the decline in maternal and child health problems. Implementation is heterogeneous between regions with diverse implementation models (face-to-face classes, group education, and digital media). Educational interventions for fathers generally improve knowledge and attitudes, but there are challenges such as limited paternal time, resource support in primary health facilities, and the need for easily accessible materials. Conclusion: The Standby Dad Class is a promising policy initiative to enhance the role of fathers in mother-child health. However, evidence on the implementation of the ayah siaga policy is still limited and requires a stronger evaluation study and the establishment of clear implementation standards.

Keywords : policy; Ayah siaga class; father's role; KIA issues