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This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of agricultural extension policy in empowering shallot farmers in Rejoso Village, Nganjuk Regency. The background of this research is based on the importance of agricultural extension as a public policy instrument that functions to enhance farmers’ knowledge, skills, and independence. Although extension programs have been routinely implemented, their effectiveness needs to be evaluated to ensure that the policy truly addresses the needs and problems faced by farmers in the field.This research employs a qualitative approach with a case study design. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, field observations, and documentation studies, then analyzed thematically using data reduction, data presentation, and inductive conclusion-drawing techniques. Data validity was tested through source and method triangulation. The results show that the agricultural extension policy in Rejoso Village is considered effective based on the five indicators of public policy effectiveness proposed by Riant Nugroho, namely accurate policy, accurate implementers, accurate targets, supportive environment, and proper process. The extension materials are relevant to farmers’ needs, the implementers possess adequate technical competence, and the program successfully reaches active shallot farmers. A strong socio-institutional environment, supported by farmer associations, contributes to effective implementation, although ecological challenges such as extreme weather and pest attacks remain. The extension process is systematic and participatory, covering stages of planning, implementation, assistance, and evaluation. Overall, the agricultural extension policy in Rejoso Village has improved the capacity and independence of shallot farmers. However, strengthening the number of extension workers, digitalizing evaluation systems, and providing entrepreneurship training are necessary to ensure the sustainability of policy effectiveness.

The transition toward Society 5.0 demands a workforce capable of integrating technological proficiency with strong human-centered soft skills. This community engagement program aims to enhance the digital mindset and soft skills of PKK women in Boja District, Kendal Regency through a structured mentoring model rooted in human-centered learning principles. Using a needs assessment, experiential training sessions, and group mentoring, the program focused on increasing participants’ abilities in digital literacy, communication, collaboration, creativity, and community-based leadership. The mentoring activities revealed significant improvements in participants’ understanding of basic digital functions, such as the use of smartphones for communication, information access, and household economic opportunities. Engagement in interactive sessions—such as role play, guided discussions, and problem-solving simulations—strengthened participants’ confidence, interpersonal communication, and teamwork skills. Furthermore, several participants demonstrated emerging leadership abilities, particularly in facilitating peer learning and supporting other members during digital practice activities. These findings align with recent literature emphasizing the effectiveness of contextual digital training and experiential adult learning in promoting behavioral change and improving community readiness for technological transformation. Overall, the program successfully enhanced the participants’ readiness to face the challenges of Society 5.0 by fostering digital mindset growth, essential soft skills development, and strengthened leadership capacity. The results indicate that human-centered mentoring can serve as a sustainable approach to empowering local communities and improving their competitiveness in the digital era.  

Background: Constipation is a common functional gastrointestinal problem in infants aged 6–12 months, causing discomfort, hard stools, and reduced quality of life. Non-pharmacologic interventions, such as abdominal massage, have shown promise in improving bowel function, but evidence regarding the effectiveness of the I Love You massage technique in community settings remains limited. Objective: This study aimed  examine the effectiveness of I Love You massage in reducing constipation among infants aged 6–12 months attending South Bulango Health Center. Methods: A quasi-experimental design with a pretest-posttest control group was employed. Thirty infants with functional constipation were purposively selected and divided into an intervention group (n=15) receiving daily I Love You massage for 10 minutes over seven days, and control group (n=15) receiving standard care, including dietary guidance and hydration. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 25 with paired t-tests for within-group comparisons and independent t-tests for between-group differences. Results: The intervention group exhibited a significant increase in bowel movement frequency (2.1 ± 0.7 to 5.6 ± 0.9 per week) and improvement in stool consistency (1.2 ± 0.4 to 2.8 ± 0.5), along with a notable reduction in abdominal discomfort (6.5 ± 1.2 to 2.1 ± 0.8). In contrast, the control group showed minimal improvements. Statistical analysis confirmed significant differences between groups (p < 0.05). Conclusion: I Love You massage is an effective, safe, and low-cost intervention reduce constipation in infants aged 6–12 months. Its implementation in primary healthcare settings may enhance gastrointestinal function, relieve discomfort, and promote caregiver-infant interaction.

The transition toward Society 5.0 demands a workforce capable of integrating technological proficiency with strong human-centered soft skills. This community engagement program aims to enhance the digital mindset and soft skills of PKK women in Boja District, Kendal Regency through a structured mentoring model rooted in human-centered learning principles. Using a needs assessment, experiential training sessions, and group mentoring, the program focused on increasing participants’ abilities in digital literacy, communication, collaboration, creativity, and community-based leadership. The mentoring activities revealed significant improvements in participants’ understanding of basic digital functions, such as the use of smartphones for communication, information access, and household economic opportunities. Engagement in interactive sessions—such as role play, guided discussions, and problem-solving simulations—strengthened participants’ confidence, interpersonal communication, and teamwork skills. Furthermore, several participants demonstrated emerging leadership abilities, particularly in facilitating peer learning and supporting other members during digital practice activities. These findings align with recent literature emphasizing the effectiveness of contextual digital training and experiential adult learning in promoting behavioral change and improving community readiness for technological transformation. Overall, the program successfully enhanced the participants’ readiness to face the challenges of Society 5.0 by fostering digital mindset growth, essential soft skills development, and strengthened leadership capacity. The results indicate that human-centered mentoring can serve as a sustainable approach to empowering local communities and improving their competitiveness in the digital era.  

In the era of globalization, university graduates are required to have the ability to implement knowledge in real practice, which is realized through the Field Work program. This study aims to evaluate the compliance of Task Force reporting at PT PLN (Persero) North Sumatra Main Distribution Unit (UID North Sumatra). The method used is a quantitative approach with K-Means Clustering. Compliance reporting data was obtained from internal company documents, which then went through the preprocessing and clustering stages using the K-Means algorithm, with the determination of the optimal cluster number through the Elbow and Silhouette methods. The K-Means clustering analysis results identified two groups of units with different levels of compliance. Cluster 2, consisting of UP3 Binjai and UP3 Sibolga, showed a higher and more consistent level of reporting compliance. In contrast, Cluster 1 (including UP2D, UP3 B. Barisan, UP3 L. Pakam, UP3 Medan, UP3 Medan Utara, UP3 Nias, UP3 P. Sidimpuan, UP3 P. Siantar, and UP3 Prapat) had a tendency for lower compliance. This finding indicates a difference in reporting consistency that affects the effectiveness of work safety supervision. The K-Means method is proven to help PLN management identify units with low compliance, allowing corrective actions to be prioritized appropriately.

This study focuses on the development of a case study–based digital book aimed at improving learning quality in Office Management education, where students are required to master both conceptual understanding and practical decision-making skills. Despite the increasing use of digital learning resources in higher education, existing instructional materials often lack contextual integration between theory and real workplace scenarios, resulting in limited student engagement and insufficient opportunities for problem-based learning. To address this issue, the present research aims to design and develop an interactive digital book enriched with authentic case studies that align with course learning outcomes. The study employed a Research and Development approach using the 4-D model Define, Design, and Develop to produce learning materials validated by experts and tested through limited trials. The results show that the digital book achieved high feasibility, with an average expert validation score of 87.33%, while student responses reached 93.87%, indicating strong acceptance, improved motivation, and enhanced perceived understanding. The synthesis of these findings demonstrates that embedding case-based learning elements into digital book formats can effectively support critical thinking, contextual reasoning, and independent learning in Office Management courses. In conclusion, the developed digital book is classified as highly feasible for instructional use and holds substantial potential to enhance learning experiences, although further research is recommended to examine its broader effectiveness and long-term impact on student learning outcomes.

This study aims to analyze the influence of the work environment, training, and incentives on employee performance at PT. Erela Semarang. The research population includes 877 production employees working at the company. A random sampling technique was applied to ensure representative data, resulting in a sample of 100 production employees. The study adopts a quantitative approach, with data analyzed using multiple linear regression to examine the relationship between the independent variables and employee performance as the dependent variable. The findings reveal that the work environment has a positive and significant effect on employee performance, indicating that comfortable and supportive workplace conditions can improve productivity and job outcomes. In addition, training is proven to have a positive impact on employee performance, showing that skill development and knowledge improvement contribute to better work effectiveness. Furthermore, incentives also demonstrate a positive influence on employee performance, suggesting that financial or non-financial rewards can motivate employees to achieve higher performance levels and support organizational goals.

The Planning, Research, and Development Agency (BAPPELITBANG) has an important role in supporting regional development planning and evaluation. One of the main activities of this agency is the coordination of working visits with external agencies or institutions. The process of managing schedules and work visit reports is currently still carried out manually, causing obstacles such as delays in information, duplicate schedules, and lack of integration of report data. This research aims to design a web-based application that is able to manage work visit schedules in a structured manner and facilitate the creation of visit reports digitally. The method used in this study is the Waterfall system development method which includes needs analysis, system design, implementation, and testing. The results of the study show that the application is able to display the visit schedule in real time, minimize schedule conflicts, and speed up the process of preparing work visit reports. Thus, this application makes a significant contribution in increasing the effectiveness and efficiency of the work visit administration process at BAPPELITBANG.

The prevalence of chronic diseases in Jambi City has tended to increase in the last three years, especially hypertension and diabetes mellitus. Chronic diseases that are high risk, high volume and high cost have an impact on the household economy of sufferers who tend to incur health costs that exceed the family's financial capacity (catastrophic). The existence of the Chronic Disease Management Program (Prolanis) from BPJS Health should contribute to reducing the number of chronic diseases, reducing the burden of disease and improving the social relations of chronic disease sufferers, however the coverage of Prolanis activity is still low and several responses from community experience indicate there are problems with the acceptability of the program. This research aims to measure the level of community acceptability of health interventions and social relations in the Prolanis practice as assessed by analyzing affective attitudes, burden, ethics, intervention coherence, costs, perceived effectiveness and self-confidence of chronic disease sufferers in Jambi City in 2023. The research was conducted with Quantitative research methods use a cross-sectional design. Respondents were selected based on a purposive sampling technique totaling 180 respondents spread across five Puskesmas work areas in Jambi City. The research instrument is a questionnaire. The research results show that the indicators of burden, ethics and effectiveness are the most dominant factors in influencing the acceptability of Prolanis participants. As a recommendation, it is suggested to the government and BPJS Health to increase public understanding of the importance of using Prolanis in an effort to reduce the number of chronic diseases in Jambi City.

The quality of madrasah education is strongly influenced by the effectiveness of institutional management. Madrasah Miftahul Hidayah Bulay, as an Islamic educational institution, faces challenges in management practices that have an impact on educational quality. This Community Service Program (Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat/PKM) aims to improve educational quality through madrasah management training based on Participatory Action Research (PAR). The PAR approach was implemented by actively involving the head of the madrasah, teachers, and educational staff in all stages of the program, including problem identification, action planning, training implementation, and reflection and evaluation. The methods used included observation, focus group discussions, participatory lectures, and case studies. The results indicate an improvement in participants’ managerial understanding and skills, particularly in program planning, task organization, leadership, and evaluation of madrasah management. In addition, the training encouraged the development of a more collaborative and well-directed work culture. Therefore, PAR-based madrasah management training has proven effective in strengthening institutional governance and contributing to the sustainable improvement of educational quality at Madrasah Miftahul Hidayah Bulay.

This research is motivated by the author's desire to improve student abilities and to  Educational quality refers to the level of excellence of an educational system or process in a school, measured by the institution’s ability to meet established standards in terms of input, process, output, and outcome. Therefore, this study aims to describe the forms of collaboration between subject teachers in suporting the improvement of learning quality at the UPT SPF SD Inpres Malengkeri Bertingkat I. The study employs a descriptive qualitative approach. Data were collected through observations, interviews, and document analysis, and were analyzed through the stages of deconstruction, interpretation, and reconstruction. The findings show that teacher collaboration occurs actively and continuously through meetings, routine discussions, item reviews, and informal activities such as the Teacher Working Group (TWG). The main supporting factors of collaboration include participatory school leadership, open communication, and an inclusive work culture, while the primary obstacles involve differences in opinions related to teaching strategies and student characteristics. The established collaboration has a positive impact on improving learning effectiveness, professional reflection, teacher creativity, and student learning outcomes through the transfer of best practices and structured feedback mechanisms. Thus, teacher collaboration plays a significant role in strengthening the culture of quality and enhancing learning quality in elementary schools.

This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of human resource (HR) governance in improving employee performance at the Serang City Cooperatives and SMEs Office in 2025. The research method used is a quantitative approach with a survey design, involving 100 employees as respondents. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using multiple linear regression to test the effect of HR governance variables, which include planning, organizing, implementing, and supervising, on employee performance. The results of the study indicate that HR governance has a positive and significant influence on improving employee performance at the Serang City Cooperatives and SMEs Office. Specifically, clear HR planning, efficient organization, structured implementation, and effective supervision have been shown to increase employee productivity and work quality. The implication of this study is the importance of improving and strengthening HR governance as a strategy to improve employee performance, which ultimately can increase productivity, efficiency, and effectiveness in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of local government agencies.

This study aims to describe and analyze the factors that influence employee job satisfaction at PT Trans Jaya Papua by employing a qualitative descriptive method supported by observation and semi-structured interviews with 12 employees across different departments. The findings reveal that job satisfaction arises from a combination of internal and external factors that interact to shape employees’ overall perceptions of their work. Internal factors consist of individual attitudes, motivation, and the quality of interpersonal relationships, all of which determine how employees respond to daily tasks and workplace dynamics. External factors include leadership style, salary, work environment, and organizational support, each playing a crucial role in shaping employees’ sense of stability and fairness. The results highlight that positive work attitudes and effective communication are the most dominant contributors to employee satisfaction, strengthened by adequate compensation and supportive supervision from leaders. The study concludes that job satisfaction can be further improved through transparent communication, equitable reward systems, and consistent leadership involvement in employee development. These findings provide practical implications for management, particularly in formulating more responsive human resource strategies aimed at enhancing employee performance and organizational effectiveness.

Health communication and community empowerment are crucial for improving health outcomes at the primary health care level. As a primary health care facility, the Empat Ulu Community Health Center in Palembang plays a strategic role in disseminating health information, strengthening community capacity, and promoting healthy lifestyles through various educational activities. The Field Learning Practice (PBL) activity, conducted by students within the community health center's work area, aimed to strengthen the implementation of health communication, particularly in promoting Clean and Healthy Living Behavior (PHBS) in elementary schools. The methods used included field observation, discussions, face-to-face counseling, handwashing demonstrations, and the distribution of educational media. The results showed an increase in students' understanding of PHBS, demonstrated by their ability to answer questions, practice handwashing correctly, and their enthusiasm during interactive sessions. This activity not only strengthened students' knowledge but also demonstrated that a two-way communication approach and the use of simple visual media can enhance the effectiveness of health education. Overall, this PBL activity contributed to supporting the community health promotion program and strengthened the role of students in encouraging community self-reliance in maintaining health.

Measles remains a significant public health problem, particularly among school-aged children. Outbreak Response Immunization (ORI) is a key strategy to prevent measles outbreaks; however, its effectiveness depends greatly on community participation and cross-sectoral support. Data from Tanah Garam Primary Health Center in 2025 showed that measles-rubella ORI coverage among primary school children was still low, reaching only 44.15% of the 5,060 targeted children. This community service activity aimed to support the optimization of measles ORI implementation through an educational and community-based assistance approach. The methods included health education for parents and teachers, assistance during school-based ORI implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of immunization coverage. The results indicated improved community understanding of the importance of measles immunization, increased support from schools, and strengthened coordination between the primary health center and schools. This community service activity contributes to promotive and preventive health efforts and supports the prevention of measles outbreaks in the working area of Tanah Garam Primary Health Center.

Digital transformation in the health sector requires hospitals to improve service effectiveness through the use of Hospital Management Information Systems (HMIS). Berkah Pandeglang Regional General Hospital, as a regional hospital, still faces challenges in utilizing HMIS, such as limitations in infrastructure and user competence. This study aims to analyze the effect of SIMRS implementation and evaluation on the effectiveness of healthcare services. The research method uses a quantitative approach with a descriptive-verificative design. The research population consists of 278 healthcare workers, and 74 respondents were selected using proportionate stratified random sampling. Data were collected through closed questionnaires and analyzed using multiple linear regression to test the influence of variables. The results of the analysis show that the implementation and evaluation of SIMRS have a positive and significant effect on the effectiveness of health worker services. The most dominant components in implementation are the availability of hardware and human resource competence, while in evaluation, the most decisive aspects are the perception of usefulness and ease of use of the system. The conclusion of this study confirms that the success of SIMRS depends on the synergy between optimal implementation and systematic evaluation. Improvements in technological facilities, user training, and periodic monitoring are recommended to strengthen the effectiveness of health worker services at Berkah Pandeglang Regional General Hospital.

This study examines the influence of internal communication and leadership style on employee work motivation at Public Relation Agency XYZ. The research focuses on understanding how these two organizational factors shape the motivation levels of employees, particularly freelance experts who contribute significantly to the agency’s performance and service quality. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected through a structured survey designed to capture employees’ perceptions of communication effectiveness, leadership characteristics, and motivational conditions within the agency. The collected data were then analyzed using SmartPLS to test the proposed relationships. The findings indicate that both internal communication and leadership style exert a significant and positive influence on work motivation, highlighting the crucial role of clear information flow and supportive leadership behavior. Moreover, the results suggest that enhancing communication practices and applying a more transformational leadership style can substantially improve employee motivation. This study offers practical recommendations for strengthening internal communication systems and leadership development initiatives to foster higher engagement, productivity, and overall motivation among employees at Public Relation Agency XYZ.

Psychological well-being (PWB) represents an essential psychological condition that supports the effectiveness and professionalism of police officers, particularly those working in operational units. Criminal investigation officers routinely encounter complex job demands, strict time limitations, and high responsibility in case handling, which may intensify job stress and perceived workload and ultimately influence PWB. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between job stress and perceived workload with PWB being among officers of the Criminal Investigation Directorate of the Jambi Regional Police. A quantitative correlational approach was applied, involving 130 criminal investigation officers selected through purposive sampling. Data were obtained using online questionnaires consisting of a job stress scale, a perceived workload scale, and a PWB scale. Data analysis was performed using multiple correlation analysis with the assistance of SPSS software. The findings indicated that the majority of respondents were classified within the moderate category for all variables. The results of multiple correlation analysis demonstrated a significant relationship between job stress and perceived workload with PWB, indicated by a correlation coefficient of R = 0.409 with p < 0.001. These results suggest that job stress and perceived workload jointly contribute to variations in PWB of criminal investigation officers.

This study explores the implementation of an electronic Human Resource Management System (e-SDM) in the Gubeng sub-district of Surabaya to optimize civil servant (PNS) leave management. The primary focus is on assessing how digitalization improves efficiency, transparency, accountability, and service quality in human resource administration, particularly in leave processing. Traditionally, manual procedures required 7-14 days to approve leave requests, involved multiple steps, manual calculations, and were prone to errors, delays, and lack of transparency. The introduction of the e-SDM system significantly reduces processing time to approximately one day, enabling online submission, real-time monitoring, and electronic approval accessible anytime and anywhere via smartphones. The system automatically calculates leaves balances and prevents over-application, ensuring data accuracy and reducing misuse. Besides operational efficiency, the system enhances transparency by providing accessible real-time status updates, creating an audit trail for each decision, and making the process auditable and accountable. Despite these advantages, challenges such as user resistance, digital literacy, infrastructure issues, and system integration remain. This research employs descriptive-analytical methods, combining interviews, observations, and documentation, to analyze the effectiveness of e-SDM implementation. The findings indicate that digitalization has streamlined leave management, minimized administrative burdens, and improved data accuracy. Moreover, it fosters a fairer and more transparent work environment, reinforcing good governance principles and supporting Surabaya's vision to become a smart city. The research underscores the importance of technological adaptation within bureaucratic reforms and offers strategic recommendations for further system improvements. Overall, the successful adoption of e-SDM in Gubeng serves as a model for digital transformation in public service delivery, contributing to more efficient, transparent, and accountable governance in local government institutions.

Goals – Goals from studies This is For explore approach strategic in development System Information Management (SIM) as integral part in support digital transformation of modern organizations. Study This emphasize importance integration technology information , effective data management as well as improvement digital competence resources Power man in operation system. Design/ methodology / approach – Conceptual article This use method review library with analyze various work relevant academic and technical manuals , in particular related implementation of SIM in the sector public and private . Study This referring to the works Jatnika et al. (2022–2024), including utilization Microsoft Office applications as skills supporting basis​ organizational digital literacy . Findings – Findings studies This show that SIM development is not just effort technical , but rather need strategic in support digital transformation . Key strategies covers design modular systems , data mining integration , training programs based users , and evaluation system in a way periodic . Components This allows organization build responsive and adaptive SIM ecosystem . Implications practical – Organizations that want to do digital transformation is necessary invest in development digital capabilities of sources Power the human as well as ensure effectiveness use developed SIM system in a way strategic can become driving force main in increase efficiency , accuracy , and capability taking decision across work units . Originality / value – Study This offers a conceptual model structured about development of SIM in context digital transformation , based on literature applications and needs organizations in the real world . This article give outlook practical for taker policy , IT managers , and HR developers .