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Plastic waste management in rural areas, particularly in tourism villages, remains an environmental challenge that requires sustainable solutions. Negeri Tongging Village, as a tourism area around Lake Toba, has experienced an increase in household plastic waste that has not been managed optimally, potentially affecting environmental quality and community well-being. This community service activity aimed to enhance community awareness and capacity in plastic waste management through the implementation of a circular economy approach based on a waste exchange program and ecobrick production. A participatory approach was employed by actively involving the community in all stages of the activity, including socialization, program implementation, and evaluation. The program was carried out during the 2025 Community Service Program of Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara, consisting of circular economy socialization, collection of plastic waste through an exchange scheme with basic necessities, training on ecobrick production, and the provision of supporting facilities for environmental cleanliness. The results indicate an increase in community participation and environmental awareness, a reduction in improperly disposed plastic waste, and an improvement in community skills in processing plastic waste into useful products. In addition, the activity strengthened mutual cooperation and environmental responsibility among community members. In conclusion, the application of a circular economy approach through ecobrick-based activities can serve as an effective alternative solution for plastic waste management while simultaneously supporting sustainable community empowerment in rural tourism areas.

Stunting remains one of the major chronic nutritional problems in Indonesia, including in Oesapa Village, Kelapa Lima District, Kupang City, East Nusa Tenggara Province. This condition is not only caused by inadequate nutritional intake but is also closely related to chronic infections resulting from poor hygiene and sanitation, particularly intestinal parasitic diseases. To reduce the risk of parasitic infections and improve children’s nutritional status, preventive efforts through education and health promotion are essential.This community service activity aimed to increase public awareness and knowledge, especially among parents and caregivers of stunted children, regarding the importance of maintaining hygiene and sanitation to prevent intestinal parasitic diseases. The methods used included participatory approaches such as interactive lectures, group discussions, and practical demonstrations of clean and healthy living behavior (PHBS), food hygiene, clean water management, and household waste disposal. Evaluation was conducted using pre-test and post-test instruments to measure changes in participants’ knowledge.The activities, carried out from May to September 2025 in Oesapa Village, showed a significant improvement in community understanding of hygiene and sanitation practices. Participants demonstrated greater commitment to maintaining environmental cleanliness and adopting healthier daily behaviors. Continuous educational efforts and multisectoral support are needed to help reduce the prevalence of stunting in the region

The findings of this study indicate that work environment, job satisfaction, and motivation simultaneously have a significant effect on the commitment of teachers and staff at Petukangan Selatan 01 Public Elementary School. This shows that a conducive work environment, such as adequate facilities, supportive colleagues, and a comfortable atmosphere, can increase the sense of belonging and loyalty among employees. Job satisfaction, which includes aspects such as fairness in rewards, recognition of achievements, and appropriate workloads, also contributes to strengthening work commitment. In addition, motivation, both intrinsic and extrinsic, plays a central role in encouraging employees to perform their duties with responsibility and enthusiasm. These findings also reinforce the importance of creating a balance between external factors (such as work environment) and internal factors (such as motivation and job satisfaction) to achieve strong commitment. Therefore, the implication of this research is that school management needs to continuously improve working conditions, develop fair reward systems, and provide opportunities for career development. By doing so, the commitment of teachers and staff can be maintained and even enhanced, which in turn will support the achievement of school goals more effectively.

The problem of waste in rural areas is still a serious issue that has an impact on environmental health and the quality of life of the community. Batu Licin Village, Gunung Lengkuas Village, East Bintan District, Bintan Regency is one of the areas that faces similar problems, where household waste is still scattered and has not been handled optimally. This community service activity offers innovative solutions through the manufacture of rocket stoves as a means of efficiently burning certain organic and inorganic waste, as well as the construction of garbage booths as a place to store and sort waste before further processing. The implementation method involves counseling to residents, making prototypes, and direct practice of using rocket stoves and garbage booths by local communities. In addition, this activity also emphasizes the importance of changing community behavior in managing waste with the 3R (reduce, reuse, recycle) principle. The results of the activity show an increase in public awareness in managing waste independently, reducing the accumulation of waste in the village environment, and the emergence of alternative waste processing that is environmentally friendly, energy-efficient, and easy to apply. This innovation not only helps overcome the problem of household waste, but also provides educational value and empowers the community in maintaining the cleanliness and sustainability of the village environment. With the implementation of rocket stoves and garbage booths, it is hoped that a cleaner, healthier, and more viable village environment will be created in the long term.

Community Service Program (Kuliah Kerja Nyata/KKN) is a community service program integrated into the higher education curriculum, aiming for students to apply theoretical knowledge into real-world practice and contribute to community development and empowerment. This KKN activity was carried out in Dusun IV, Tuntungan II Village, Deli Serdang Regency, from July 1 to August 1, 2025. The main objective of this program was to address various local issues such as limited use of appropriate technology, low environmental awareness, and a lack of human resource development. The method used was field observation to ensure that the programs implemented were in line with the community's needs and potential. Various activities were carried out, including community clean-up (gotong royong), teaching at elementary schools, health counseling for mothers and the elderly, Qur'an recitation lessons for children, compost making, planting a "living pharmacy" (apotek hidup), and assisting with UMKM product marketing. The results of this program showed a positive impact, such as increased community knowledge of health, environmental cleanliness, and the use of organic fertilizer. Furthermore, UMKM assistance successfully improved business owners' understanding of digital marketing. Overall, this KKN activity successfully created synergy between the university, the village government, and the community, while also providing valuable experience for students in leadership and teamwork.

River cleanliness is a very important environmental issue, especially in densely populated areas that are vulnerable to water pollution. The “Green Stream Movement” program is a community service initiative carried out by a team of students and lecturers to revitalize the condition of the Deli River around the Medan-Marelan area. This activity includes community education, river cleaning, and innovation of waste sorting systems around the river flow. The purpose of this program is to increase environmental awareness of residents and build a sustainable system to maintain river cleanliness. The results of the program show an increase in community participation and a decrease in the amount of waste in the river area by. Collaboration between students, lecturers, and the community has proven effective in creating real changes in the environment

This community service article discusses the contribution of students from the Impactful Campus Competition Program (PKKB) in improving the quality of education through coaching and training activities in sports in Semoyang Village, Praya Timur Subdistrict, Central Lombok Regency. This activity was carried out using a participatory action research method involving three main stages, namely planning, preparation, and implementation. In the planning stage, students and the community worked together to identify the needs and objectives of activities relevant to local potential. The preparation stage focused on developing training strategies, providing facilities, and coordinating with relevant parties. The implementation stage was carried out through sports coaching activities for children and adolescents using an educational and participatory approach. The results of the activity showed an increase in community awareness of the importance of sports from an early age, as well as a growing concern for environmental cleanliness and health. This program also played a role in strengthening social interaction, building a spirit of togetherness, and fostering community independence in managing sports activities. Overall, the PKKB activities in Semoyang Village have succeeded in creating positive synergy between universities and the community in supporting the development of healthy, competitive, and characterful human resources.

The problem of this research is focused on the reality related to the new identity possessed by the Ta'a Wana hinterland tribe after the pronunciation of two sentences of shahada and the purpose of this study is to identify the new identity that has undergone a shift after the pronunciation of shahada both from Spiritual, Material, and Immaterial aspects that occurred in Wenangabino Village North Morowali Indonesia. This research method is qualitative with a phenomenological approach. Data sources are primary and secondary sources. Data collection methods are observation, interviews and documentation. The research instrument is the researcher himself. Data analysis includes data reduction, data presentation, and conclusions. Data validity testing consists of extended participation, observational persistence, and triangulation. The results of the study showed a shift in spiritual, material, and immaterial identities after the pronunciation of the shahada for the Ta'a Wana hinterland tribe, for example in spiritual identity began to maintain cleanliness, cover the aurat, say thayibah sentences, eat halal food, limit association derived from Islamic values. Similarly, material identity is no longer tribal fanatics because it has been bound by religious similarities, and immaterial identity that prioritizes social ethics in responding to the existence of customary and religious institutions.

This activity aims to complete the assignment of a real work study report (KKN) regarding community service." The realization is in the form of mutual cooperation in maintaining the cleanliness of neighborhood roads, cemeteries, mosques and public areas. Going directly into the field to carry out reciprocal collaboration with local communities is the research method applied. The following are the results of the activities carried out: picking up and sorting rubbish, cleaning grass, cleaning the surrounding environment, cleaning the mosque and surrounding roads, helping others, and helping local women in the kitchen. Students' contributions to society in carrying out social interests is one of the advantages of research. The photos and mutual cooperation efforts to provide assistance to the Hajoran village community are the results of this investigation.

Indonesia is currently facing various health and nutrition problems. Indonesia experiences a triple burden of nutritional problems, namely malnutrition, excess nutrition (obesity) and micronutrient deficiencies. To overcome this nutritional problem, it can be done by implementing balanced nutrition. Balanced nutrition is a daily food composition that contains nutrients in types and quantities that suit the body's needs, taking into account the principles of food diversity or variety, physical activity, cleanliness and ideal body weight.Objective: Service activities are carried out to increase knowledge about balanced nutrition, determine nutritional status, and as a training tool for nutrition students in providing nutrition and health education to the community. This activity is expected to increase knowledge of balanced nutrition for children and adolescents at the Qurrotu A'yun Batam Center Orphanage.Conclusion: This counseling activity was carried out at the Qurrotu A'yun Batam Center Orphanage, Batam City, which was attended by children and teenagers. The activity consisted of an opening led by a team of lecturers and continued by reading material presented by a team of lecturers and students. Then the moderator returned to the event for a question and answer session and continued with measuring nutritional status and providing snacks to posyandu participants.

Taruna Alqolam Islamic Boarding School carries out community service by holding mural-making activities on the Islamic boarding school's walls to spread important messages to the surrounding community. The murals created by the students function as decoration and as a reminder of the importance of environmental cleanliness, local wisdom, and religious values. Through this service, the students also provide knowledge and skills to the surrounding community and strengthen ties between the Islamic boarding school and the local community. Discussion of the results of the service opens up space for in-depth reflection on the values ​​contained in the work of art and how these messages can permeate people's daily lives. Taruna Alqolam Islamic Boarding School has created an environment that promotes sound values, increases awareness of important issues, and inspires behavior under religious and moral teachings. Thus, this service benefits the surrounding community and provides valuable experience for the students in terms of contributing to society and strengthening the role of Islamic boarding schools in building a better and more sustainable society socially, environmentally, and spiritually.