Depok, August 27, 2025 – The Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Indonesia (FoN UI) is committed to advancing the nursing profession on a global level by hosting the KATALIS Workshop. Nursing Sector Pilot Project Design. This international event took place on August 27–28, 2025 at UI. Science Techno Park, Nursing Training Center (NTC) UI, and the Universitas Indonesia Hospital (RSUI).

This workshop brought together nursing experts, academics, and stakeholders from both Indonesia and Australia. They are part of Research Advisory Panel (RAP) which is tasked with designing a pilot model (pilot project) for the placement of Indonesian nurses in Australia.

The Dean of FoN UI, Prof. Dr. Rr. Tutik Sri Hariyati, S.Kp., MARS., explained that FIK UI's involvement in the KATALIS program is not just an academic collaboration but a strategic step to open new paths for Indonesian nurses to enter the global stage.

"FoN UI is committed to being a center for the development of nursing science and skills on a global scale. Through this program, we are not only opening job opportunities for Indonesian nurses in Australia but also bringing back international experience that will enrich nursing practice at home," said Prof. Roro.

FoN UI's presence was very prominent in this workshop. A number of academics and professors from FIK UI were actively involved as members of Research Advisory Panel (RAP) and Subject Matter Expert, namely Prof. Agus Setiawan, as the Head of AIPNI and a Professor at FoN UI who is also the Co-Chair of the RAP from Indonesia, Prof. Elly Nurachmah as a member of the RAP and the LAM-PTKes Council, Prof. Rr. Tutik Sri Haryati as the Dean of FoN UI and a member of the RAP, Prof. Agung Waluyo as the Head of National and International Cooperation for PPNI and a Professor at FoN UI, and the Subject Matter Expert namely Prof. Achir Yani Hamid, Prof. Herni Susanti, and Dr. Mega Hasanul Huda from FoN UI.

In addition, this workshop also featured important collaborations with the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), with the presence of Assoc. Prof. Haryani, Head of the Nursing Study Program at FK-KMK UGM, as well as the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR), represented by Prof. Ah Yusuf, S.Kp., M.Kes., Ph.D., the Dean. The involvement of these three major nursing faculties in Indonesia affirms that the KATALIS project is a joint effort across universities to strengthen the position of Indonesian nurses on a global level.

Discussion on the first day was held at Science Techno Park Universitas Indonesia (STP UI) which focused on preparing Indonesian nurses to face the international NCLEX and OSCE exams, a discussion of financial support schemes, and visa pathways through IA-CEPA Skills Exchange, the design of a partnership model between universities and training providers in Indonesia–Australia, as well as the opportunity to establish an NCLEX exam center in Indonesia.

The second day was held in the Meeting Room of the FoN UI Postgraduate Building, followed by a direct tour of the facilities at FoN UI and the Health Sciences Cluster (RIK). The event concluded with a visit to the Universitas Indonesia Hospital (RSUI), which has become a center of excellence in nursing training and clinical practice in Indonesia.

With this project, FoN UI not only serves as an academic bridge between Indonesia and Australia but also paves the way for international recognition for Indonesian nurses. The long-term target is to have Indonesian nurses practicing in Australia through this scheme before 2030.

"We want FoN UI graduates and Indonesian nurses to have vast opportunities to develop themselves, gain international recognition, and continue to contribute to the nation. This is the concrete form of FIK UI's vision as a pioneer of excellent and globally competitive nursing education," added Prof. Roro.

This KATALIS Workshop is concrete proof of FoN UI's role as a driving force for improving the quality of nursing education, research, and practice in Indonesia. FoN UI's presence in this strategic project strengthens the position of the university and the nation in the global health arena.