The Global Occupational Health and Safety Program (GOHSP) is part of an international collaboration between the Faculty of Public Health (FPH), Universitas Indonesia (UI), and INJE University, South Korea, aimed at developing globally oriented learning in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS). In 2026, the program was organized by the Department of Occupational Health and Safety, INJE University, and conducted from January 11–24, 2026, as part of a student mobility program.
In addition to FPH UI, the program was also attended by students from Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU), Vietnam, as well as students from the host university. All participants were grouped into multinational teams to encourage collaborative learning and the exchange of global perspectives on occupational health and safety. The program was designed in an integrated manner, combining academic learning, field practice, and cultural exchange experiences.
Throughout the program, participants engaged in academic activities held at the facilities of the Department of Occupational Health and Safety, INJE University. These facilities included classrooms, self-study rooms, the OHS Student Study Café, and the Dream Factory as a practice-based learning facility. In addition to academic sessions, participants also took part in field activities and cultural tours to several locations in South Korea, including Haeundae Beach, Busan X The Sky, and other destinations.
One participant from the OHS program at FPH UI, Dillon, shared that the program provided significant academic benefits. “Academically, this program is very valuable because we were able to directly observe the differences between OHS systems in Korea and Indonesia, allowing us to identify practices that could potentially be adapted for OHS implementation in Indonesia,” he said.
Beyond academics, the program also offered meaningful personal development experiences. Difa, who served as Student Captain, noted that social interactions outside the classroom were among the most memorable aspects of the program. “What stood out the most for me was reconnecting with friends who had previously visited Indonesia. Here, we became even closer, often spending time together after classes or during our free time. So, in addition to gaining knowledge and experience, I also made many new friends,” she shared. The inclusive learning environment, along with interactions with students and lecturers from various countries, further enriched the participants’ overall experience.
Through this series of activities, the program provided students with opportunities to broaden their perspectives, deepen their understanding of occupational health and safety, and develop both academic and social competencies relevant to global professional challenges. (SHF)