Anjuni Khofifah Hanifi, S.Psi., M.Sc. is a graduate of the Psychology Program at Universitas Gadjah Mada and holds a Master of Science with Merit in Human Cognitive Neuropsychology from the University of Edinburgh. Her academic interests focus on cognitive and neuropsychological processes underlying decision-making and health-related behaviour, particularly within the framework of applied cognitive science. She has experience in quantitative and experimental research, including studies on framing effects in health promotion and examinations of the role of grandparental involvement in children’s psychological well-being using a life-span developmental approach. In addition, she has been involved in teaching assistance, laboratory-based research, and interdisciplinary academic activities at the Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Gadjah Mada.

Muhammad Nabhan Husein, S.Psi., M.Psi., Psikolog, is a clinical psychologist who graduated from the Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Gadjah Mada, where he completed his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Professional Master’s degree in Psychology. His academic background has equipped him with comprehensive competencies in psychological assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based psychological intervention. He has a strong interest in developing mental health services grounded in scientific evidence and relevant to the Indonesian sociocultural context.

In his professional practice, he actively serves as a Clinical Psychologist at the Academic Hospital of Universitas Gadjah Mada (RS Akademik UGM). His professional experience extends beyond clinical practice to include roles in training and human resource development. In the field of research, he has been involved in various studies related to depression, the use of biofeedback interventions for children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and the development of mental health assessment instruments. The integration of clinical practice, research engagement, and institutional experience has shaped him into a professional committed to the continuous improvement of psychological services.

The Center for Public Mental Health (CPMH) at the Faculty of Psychology of Universitas Gadjah Mada held its regular program once again, the Online Lecture (Kulon), now in its 71st edition. Carrying the theme “Take It Slow: Healthy Ways to Manage Anxiety,” the event was conducted online via Zoom on Friday morning (24/4), from 09.00–10.30 WIB, and was moderated by Marsha Prifirani, S.Psi.

The Faculty of Psychology at Universitas Gadjah Mada, together with the Psychology Student Parents Association (POTMAPSI), held a POTMAPSI Meeting and Academic Transcript (KHS) Consultation for the 2025 cohort students online on Friday (24/4). The meeting served as both a networking space and a discussion forum for the faculty and parents to review students’ academic progress after completing their first semester.

A total of 3,000 participants from across Indonesia took part in the Orientation on Psychological First Aid for Psychological Wounds (P3LP) in Schools for Guidance and Counseling (BK) teachers, held on Wednesday–Thursday, April 22–23, 2026, from 07.30–13.00 WIB. The event was conducted online via Zoom and live streamed on YouTube, as an effort to strengthen the role of schools in promoting mental health as well as enhancing the capacity of BK teachers to provide initial psychological support in crisis situations.

The Faculty of Psychology at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) held a send-off ceremony for postgraduate graduates of Period III Academic Year 2025/2026 on Thursday (23/4) at Hall D. In the solemn ceremony, the faculty officially sent off a total of 37 graduates, consisting of two Doctoral graduates and 35 Master’s graduates.

The Faculty of Psychology at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) hosted a Graduate Briefing titled “Becoming with Purpose: Finding Direction at Work,” Monday (20/4). The event is held at the Selasar of Gedung D, with 35 graduate students participating from 10:00-12:30 WIB. The session prepares graduates not just for entering the dynamic workplace, but also encourages them to understand the meaning and purpose of the journey of building a career.

This topic was discussed in the latest episode of Obrolan Psikologi (OPSI), organized by the Faculty of Psychology at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) in collaboration with TVRI Yogyakarta. Maria Gracia Amara Pawitra, S.Psi., M.Psi., Psychologist and lecturer at UGM, explained the phenomenon of violence committed by a partner or former partner, whether in dating relationships or marriage. Such violence can result in physical, psychological, and sexual harm for victims.

The Faculty of Psychology held a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) to accelerate the integration of psychological service systems and GMST Mandiri on Friday (10/4) and Saturday (11/4) at Grand Rohan Hotel, Yogyakarta. This event is a strategic step to answer the digital development demands.

As part of efforts to strengthen a community-based mental health system, the Center for Public Mental Health (CPMH), Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), collaborated with the Department of Women’s Empowerment, Child Protection, and Population Control (DP3AP2) of the Special Region of Yogyakarta (DIY) in an activity titled “Strengthening Agents and Reporters (2P)” with the theme “Assistance for Domestic Violence Cases from a Psychological Perspective.” The event was held on Wednesday (8/4/2026), from 10:30 to 12:15 WIB, at the Nyi Ageng Serang 1 Meeting Room, DP3AP2 DIY.