Peran Kantor Urusan Agama Galur melalui Program Bimbingan Remaja Usia Sekolah (BRUSH) dalam Membentuk Karakter Remaja yang Sehat dan Terampil Mengelola Diri di SMA 1 Galur Kabupaten Kulon Progo Yogyakarta

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the role of the Office of Religious Affairs (KUA) of Galur Subdistrict in fostering school-age adolescents through the School-Age Youth Guidance Program (BRUSH), particularly in developing healthy adolescents and improving their self-management skills. This study employed a literature review method by examining various relevant literature, previous research findings, and sources related to adolescent development, adolescent health, self-management, and character education. The findings indicate that the BRUSH program is a preventive effort conducted by KUA to provide guidance for school-age adolescents through collaboration with schools. The materials provided include healthy adolescence and self-development, covering self-awareness, physical and mental health, emotional management, time management, social relationships, and decision-making. This guidance is relevant to the concept of self-management, which emphasizes an individual's ability to direct, control, and evaluate their own behavior. Furthermore, the BRUSH materials are closely related to character education through the development of knowledge, attitudes, values, and responsible behavior. Therefore, the BRUSH program can be viewed as one of KUA's contributions to supporting the development of healthy and well-characterized adolescents who are capable of managing themselves and prepared to face various challenges during adolescence. The sustainability of the program requires stronger collaboration among KUA, schools, families, and the adolescents' social environment.