Understand Your Body, Protect Your Future: The Department of Biology at Unhas Educates Students on Adolescent Reproductive Health at SMAN 6 Palopo

The Department of Biology, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA), Hasanuddin University (Unhas) conducted a community service activity through reproductive health education for adolescents at SMAN 6 Palopo on Friday, September 18, 2026. Titled “Reproductive Health for High School Students: Understand Your Body, Protect Your Future,” this event aimed to provide students with accurate information about bodily changes and various aspects of reproductive health during adolescence.

The event was attended by 10th and 11th-grade students at SMAN 6 Palopo. The educational session was led by Dr. Eddyman W. Ferial, M.Si., who served as both the team leader and the presenter. Through this activity, students received information on reproductive health presented in a communicative manner and tailored to the characteristics and needs of adolescents.

In his presentation, Dr. Eddyman W. Ferial, M.Si., discussed various important aspects of reproductive health, ranging from an introduction to the reproductive organs and physical and biological changes during puberty to various reproductive health issues that adolescents need to be aware of. The material also covered an introduction to sexually transmitted diseases and the importance of maintaining good health and taking responsibility for one’s body starting in adolescence.

The material was presented in an engaging and interactive manner, creating a relaxed learning atmosphere. The students appeared enthusiastic about each topic and actively participated throughout the activity. Their enthusiasm was evident in the various questions they asked regarding bodily changes during puberty, reproductive health, and efforts to maintain reproductive health in daily life.

Through this activity, the Department of Biology at Unhas aims to provide knowledge that can help adolescents understand the changes occurring in their bodies and build awareness about maintaining reproductive health properly. A solid understanding starting in adolescence is expected to serve as a foundation for developing healthy lifestyle behaviors and supporting their quality of life in the future.