Makassar, Unhas – Six nursing students from Japan, comprising four students from Toyama University and two from Okayama University, participated in the Global Health & Nursing Summer Program 2026 at the Faculty of Nursing,Hasanuddin University, from September 21 to 25, 2026.

This program provided hands-on learning experiences in nursing education, clinical practice, community health services,and Indonesian culture. The students visited Hasanuddin University Hospital, Antara Public Health Center (Puskesmas),Ihya Al-Ulum Elementary School, and Griya Afiat Wound Care Clinic to observe healthcare delivery across hospital,community, school, and specialized wound care settings.

In addition to field visits, the students engaged in practical learning at the nursing laboratory, attended lectures on tropical diseases, and joined guest lectures at Unhas Faculty of Nursing. The agenda also featured a faculty tour, a campus tour,and an experience-sharing session with Unhas nursing students.

Through this program, both Japanese and Indonesian students had the opportunity to exchange knowledge on nursing education and practice while enhancing cross-cultural understanding and international relations. The program for the four Toyama University students concluded on September 25, 2026, with a closing ceremony and reflection session, while the two Okayama University students continued their learning program through further academic, clinical, and community activities.

This program represents one of the steps taken by the Unhas Faculty of Nursing to strengthen the internationalization of nursing education and expand global learning and collaboration opportunities for students.