Analisis Implementasi Kebijakan Program Makan Bergizi Gratis (MBG) dalam Pencapaian Anak Indonesia Tumbuh Sehat dan Cerdas (Studi Kasus di SMPN 2 Nanga Pinoh)

Abstract

The Free Nutritious Meals Program (MBG) is a government policy aimed at improving the nutritional quality of students and supporting the development of a healthy and intelligent Indonesian generation. This study was conducted because various obstacles in the program’s implementation in schools—which could potentially affect the effectiveness of achieving the policy’s objectives—have been identified. The study employed a qualitative method with a descriptive approach and was analyzed using George Edward III’s policy implementation theory, which encompasses the aspects of communication, resources, disposition, and bureaucratic structure. The study’s informants consisted of 9 teachers and 16 students from SMP Negeri 2 Nanga Pinoh, selected through purposive sampling. The results indicate that the program provides benefits in the form of increased energy for learning, a feeling of fullness during study sessions, and savings on students’ snack money. However, the program’s effectiveness remains hindered by disruptions to teaching and learning activities, a lack of variety in the menu, low levels of regular consumption by students, issues with food packaging, and weak coordination and distribution procedures. Therefore, improvements are needed in menu variety, strengthening of distribution SOPs, enhancement of packaging quality, and ongoing evaluation and coordination to ensure that the implementation of the MBG Program is more effective, efficient, and sustainable in supporting the growth of healthy and intelligent Indonesian children.