Stakeholder analysis of active alert village program for sustainability of public health empowerment in Ogan Ilir District

Active alert village program is one of Indonesian government's health promotion efforts involving various stakeholders. The aim of this research was to analyze stakeholders’ understanding of active alert village program in Ogan Ilir district. This research used qualitative approach with 29 informants. The results indicated that majority of the stakeholders understand well concerning active alert village in accordance with the guidelines of the Indonesian Ministry of Health but informants from communities as the target of this program did not well understand the program. All stakeholders stated their support in implementing this program because it has positive benefits to understand community health problems. The stakeholders were aware of the importance of cooperation amongs cross-sectoral parties. Stakeholders from local government and health office have the power to mobilize efforts to implement and develop active alert villages due to work authority. Improving good communication and coordination among stakeholders needs to be conducted to create same perceptions.