Hasanuddin University (UNHAS), through its Directorate of Internationalization and International Office, organized an Insurance Socialization Session in collaboration with PT Asuransi Syariah Keluarga Indonesia (ASYKI) on Friday, 16 October 2026. Held at Meeting Room A, 4th Floor of the UNHAS Rectorate Building, the session aimed to strengthen international students’ understanding of health insurance coverage, benefits, and procedures during their studies in Indonesia.
The session featured two speakers, Diyah Yumeina, Ph.D., Head of the International Mobility Subdirectorate at UNHAS, and Jaidin, a representative of ASYKI. Moderated by Khaeruddin, Ph.D., the event provided an opportunity for international students to learn about available insurance services and seek clarification on their healthcare protection.
In her presentation, Dr. Diyah emphasized the importance of health insurance for international students living and studying in Makassar. She highlighted how adequate insurance coverage could help students access healthcare services, manage unexpected medical expenses, and ensure greater financial security throughout their academic journey in Indonesia.
Meanwhile, Jaidin provided a detailed explanation of ASYKI’s insurance policies, including their regulations, coverage, benefits, and administrative procedures. He outlined the insurance protection available to UNHAS international students and explained how students could access the benefits provided under their respective policies.
The discussion also highlighted two currently active group insurance policies covering international students under the UNHAS Scholarship Scheme and the Indonesian Government’s Kemitraan Negara Berkembang (KNB) Scholarship Scheme. Students who are not yet covered by health insurance were informed about the possibility of enrolling in the existing group policies, helping expand access to insurance protection among the university’s international student community.
Through this initiative, UNHAS reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the well-being and welfare of international students beyond academic activities. The collaboration with ASYKI is expected to improve students’ awareness of health insurance, facilitate access to essential protection services, and contribute to a safer and more supportive learning environment for international students at UNHAS.