Behind the Matcha Trend: The Threat of Diabetes Among Young People

Social media timelines are flooded with food and beverage trends wrapped in all things matcha. The phenomenon of the “matcha era” has become a symbol of youth lifestyle, where a glass of matcha latte is no longer just a drink, but also a marker of social status. Initially, matcha’s popularity rose globally in 2024–2025, driven […]
Youth First: A Human-Centered Design (HCD) Approach to Engaging Male Adolescents in Jakarta for Positive Aspirations and Lifestyles

In Jakarta—a fast-moving city shaped by constant urban dynamics—cigarettes are no longer merely a product, but have become part of everyday teenage life. A baseline survey conducted by Jalin Foundation found that around 12% of adolescents are active smokers, while another 27% have tried smoking at least once. These figures are even higher among vocational high school […]