The Ministry of Social Affairs offers psychosocial services for the survival of earthquake in Bengkulu

Jakarta – The handling of earthquake disasters in the province of Bengkulu was supported by the Ministry of Social Affairs by providing logistical assistance and psychosocial support services (LDP). LDP becomes an initial form of intervention in the emergency response period. At the same time, more than RP167 million logistical assistance was distributed by the Dharma Center for Bengkulu. The help includes rolling tents, mattresses, blankets, family sets, children’s clothing, fast food, to portable family tents. Cross -Sector collaboration was reinforced at the main post. The team of the Dharma Sentra Guna, Directorate for Social Protection of Natural Disaster Victims (PSKBA), Tagana volunteers, to TNI staff of Kodim 0407/Bengkulu City worked together to distribute help and to provide services to all survivors. Browse to continue with the content “Post -Disaster Recovery is not only a matter of infrastructure but also an injured soul. LDP is present as a tangible form of state attention to the holistic recovery of survivors,” said Tarwan, representative of the Ministry of Social KSKBA, in a written statement, Sunday (5/25/2025). In addition to logistical assistance, the main focus is also given to efforts to restore the psychosocial state of disaster survivors, especially vulnerable groups such as children and the elderly. LDP is a form of initial intervention designed to help survivors overcome mental pressure, rebuild psychological resilience and prevent the rise of more serious emotional disorders. The approach used in LDP is friendly, inclusive and participating in creating a sense of safety and calm for those affected. The application of LDP for children is done through fun activities such as singing, dancing, playing and listening to stories. This activity is designed to lightly and cordially relieve trauma. The atmosphere also became cheerful and laughter when the team of social ministry with the Bengkulu City Social Service. “We are not only present to meet basic needs, but also to restore the psychological state of the community, especially children. They need a sense of safety, attention and hope,” said head of Dharma Sentra Guna Bengkulu Syam Wuryani. One poignant moment took place when Inaya (7), who was initially reluctant to communicate with each other, eventually singing and smiling. “Inaya started laughing again,” said the mother with emotion. Meanwhile, LDP is given to parents through group discussions, counseling and education on preparedness and recovery to the disasier. This activity aims to give an understanding of how to deal with trauma, acknowledge stress reactions, as well as how to support children during the recovery period. Many parents claim to be more aware and respond after attending the educational session, and no longer feel alone in the light of the impact of disasters. The Ministry of Social Affairs is still committed to every stage of disaster management, ranging from rapid reactions, recovery, to strengthening the community’s ability to be resilient to face an emergency in the future. Watch the video: BNPB makes a career