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This research is motivated by the complex phenomena that occur within modern organizations, where the dynamics of power, influence, and empowerment often determine work behavior and leadership effectiveness. In many organizations, poorly managed internal politics can lead to conflict, injustice, and decreased work motivation, whereas empowerment and ethical leadership can foster a highly competitive and collaborative culture. Based on this reality, the study aims to deeply analyze how the concepts of influencing, empowering, and organizational politics interact and affect the dynamics of work behavior, as well as to identify leadership strategies capable of managing organizational politics positively while creating an effective empowerment system for all members. The research employs a qualitative descriptive method using secondary data obtained through a literature review of various academic sources, scholarly journals, and previous relevant studies. The results show that organizational success largely depends on a leader's ability to balance power and participation, control and freedom, as well as individual and collective interests. The application of leadership strategies grounded in ethics, transparency, and empowerment has been proven to transform organizational politics into a positive force that enhances performance, loyalty, and trust among members. Thus, the integration of influence, empowerment, and organizational politics not only strengthens leadership effectiveness but also creates a productive, fair, and sustainable work environment.

as a process of managing all components of education so that they run in a directed, orderly, and coordinated manner. However, what often occurs in the field, educational administration does not always run in accordance with the principles of efficiency, justice, and transparency. Several forms of damage or problems often arise due to weak management, a lack of understanding of the philosophical values ​​​​of education, and low integrity in the management of educational institutions, which also have a direct impact on the decline in the quality of education and the failure to achieve national education goals. Philosophy plays a major role in educational administration, serving as a foundation for thought, ethical guidelines, and determinants of direction at every stage of educational management. Philosophy helps educational managers to think rationally, critically, and reflectively in facing various problems, so that decisions taken are not merely technical, but also based on considerations of values ​​​​and justice. This study aims to understand the relationship between philosophical administration values ​​​and educational practices in the context of decision-making. This study uses a qualitative approach, where data collection is carried out through a literature review derived from scientific articles relevant to the research topic. The study has shown that philosophical values ​​play a significant role in shaping ethical principles in educational administration. The conclusion that can be given is that the integration between philosophy and educational administration can strengthen the moral basis and direction of the goals of educational institutions.

This study aims to analyze the role of Public Relations in establishing partnerships with the press to increase publicity at SMPN 12 Jember. The background of this study is influenced by the importance of positive media publications in building a school's reputation and competitiveness amidst intense competition among educational institutions. The research method used is a qualitative case study approach, involving in-depth interviews, participant observation, and documentation studies of public relations staff and media partners. The results show that the role of public relations has evolved from an administrative function to a strategic spearhead that manages two-way communication, fosters relationships, and builds reputation. The strategies implemented include the use of convergent media, by combining traditional media (such as school magazines and brochures) with digital media (such as websites, Instagram, and YouTube) to expand the reach of messages. In addition, adaptations to local culture, such as the use of polite Javanese language and a family-like approach, have proven effective in building public trust. This study also emphasizes the importance of systematic and participatory evaluation to improve program effectiveness. The implications of this study suggest that schools design measurable and contextual public relations strategies with local values ​​to increase the school's visibility and positive image.

This study aims to analyze the role of digitalization in driving social development in Indonesia through the perspective of development sociology. Digitalization has become a major force transforming social structures, values, and interaction patterns in societies worldwide. The results show that digital technology contributes significantly to increased social participation, economic empowerment, and equitable access to information. However, on the other hand, challenges arise in the form of a digital divide between urban and rural communities that can deepen social inequality. In the context of development sociology, digitalization is not only viewed as a technological process, but also as a social phenomenon that influences the dynamics of community life. Therefore, digital-based development must be directed inclusively so that all levels of society receive equal benefits. The government, educational institutions, and the community need to synergize in strengthening digital literacy and maintaining socio-cultural values ​​amidst the current of technological globalization. With a fair and participatory approach, digitalization can be an important means of strengthening social solidarity and realizing shared prosperity.

This study explores the educational (tarbiyah) dimensions in the Qur’an based on Surah Al-Mujadilah verse 11, focusing on achieving balance between intellectual, spiritual, and social aspects within Islamic education. The verse emphasizes that Allah elevates the ranks of those who believe and possess knowledge, highlighting the harmonious relationship between faith, knowledge, and social ethics in the learning process. The purpose of this study is to uncover the tarbawi values contained in the verse as a conceptual foundation for developing a holistic Islamic education framework. This research employs a qualitative method using a library-based study with a tafsir tarbawi approach, drawing upon classical sources such as Ibn Kathir and Al-Qurthubi, as well as contemporary literature on Islamic education. The findings reveal that Surah Al-Mujadilah verse 11 underscores the importance of integrating intellectual intelligence, spiritual depth, and social sensitivity as the core of educational development. These insights imply that Islamic education should not only prioritize knowledge acquisition but also foster moral character and spirituality as essential elements of lifelong learning.

This community service program was carried out with the aim of developing the concept of Javanese cultural art edu-tourism at the Kentingan Art Village Foundation in Surakarta as an academic contribution to realizing the vision of Solo City as an internationally recognized cultural tourism destination. The approach adopted was participatory and collaborative, involving various stakeholders such as foundation managers, local artists, academics, and the surrounding community. Through this program, the service team sought to strengthen managerial skills in art-based tourism management, enrich educational content that highlights Javanese cultural values, and develop digital promotion strategies to expand the reach of visitors. The results of the mentoring activities indicated a significant improvement in the capacity for managing art events and organizing the tourism area at Kentingan Art Village. The edu-tourism package developed successfully integrated elements of education, entertainment, and cultural preservation in a harmonious manner. In addition, the program encouraged growing interest from educational institutions and creative communities seeking to make Kentingan Art Village a site for cultural learning. Overall, this community service initiative made a tangible contribution to strengthening the community-based cultural tourism ecosystem in Solo City and serves as a model for developing sustainable tourism destinations rooted in Javanese local wisdom.

The 2025 Independent Community Service Program (KKN) of the University of Muhammadiyah North Sumatra was held in Dalu 10A Village, Tanjung Morawa District, Deli Serdang Regency. This activity aims to increase elementary school students' understanding and awareness of the environment through a nature literacy program. An educational approach was carried out through activities introducing organic and inorganic waste, recycling used goods, and planting seedlings in the school environment. In addition, students also carried out supporting activities such as financial management education, MSME promotion, and socialization of the importance of investment for students. The implementation results showed an increase in student awareness in maintaining school cleanliness, the emergence of environmentally conscious behavior, and active involvement of the community and school in maintaining the sustainability of the program. This KKN program successfully fostered values of social responsibility and ecological awareness among students and strengthened the synergy between students, schools, and the village community.

The management of educational institutions has a strategic role in determining the direction of growth and sustainability of the institution. The success of this management is highly dependent on the administrator's ability to analyze the external environment, understand the position of competitors, optimize internal potential, and formulate superior strategies that are able to maintain competitiveness without ignoring the fundamental values ​​of education. In this context, the application of marketing management becomes an important need. This study aims to analyze marketing management in increasing public trust in the Darul Hikmah Islamic Boarding School in Tulungagung. This study uses a qualitative phenomenological approach with data collection techniques through interviews, observations, and documentation. Data analysis is carried out through data condensation, data presentation, and drawing conclusion/verification. The results of the study indicate that the marketing strategy of the Darul Hikmah Islamic Boarding School in Tulungagung in building public trust is implemented through four main elements: (1) Product – offering quality educational services with character strengthening, implementing the curriculum of the Ministry of National Education, Ministry of Religious Affairs, local content, and superior extracurricular programs; (2) Price – affordable registration and administration fees and adjusted to the economic conditions of the community; (3) Place – the location of the Islamic boarding school is strategic, easy to reach, and has a conducive learning environment; and (4) Promotion – conducted through visits to elementary schools, installation of promotional media (billboards, banners, brochures), publication of extracurricular achievements, and utilization of social media such as Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and the Islamic boarding school's official website.

This research stems from the urgency of the role of public relations in Islamic educational institutions, particularly madrasas, which is increasingly complex and strategic in the current digital and information era. Public relations is not only tasked with disseminating information but also with building an image, maintaining public trust, and managing effective communication between the madrasa and various stakeholders such as students, parents, teachers, and the wider community. This study aims to identify and analyze the application of ethics and professionalism in public relations at SMP Plus Darus Sholah in Jember and its impact on the institution's image and public trust. Using a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and documentation. The findings indicate that the application of Islamic ethical values—such as shiddiq (honesty), amanah (trustworthiness), and tabligh (transparency)—in public relations practices significantly enhances the madrasa's credibility and public trust. Additionally, the professionalism of public relations officers, characterized by structured communication planning and interpersonal ethics, plays a crucial role in building a positive institutional image. However, challenges such as a lack of formal training and understanding of ethical standards remain. The implications of this study highlight the need for policy recommendations to enhance the capacity and integrity of public relations personnel in Islamic educational institutions to support their role as the forefront of institutional communication.

The Loro Dirma Traditional House in Sanleo Village is an important representation of the culture of the indigenous people and is the center of the formation of social, spiritual, and local wisdom identities. This study aims to: (1) describe the structure and architecture of the Loro Dirma Traditional House, and (2) analyze the symbolic meaning contained therein in the context of the life of the indigenous people. The study uses a descriptive qualitative approach through direct observation, documentation, and in-depth interviews with traditional leaders and the local community. The results of the study indicate that the Loro Dirma architecture is full of philosophy that reflects the values ​​of unity, respect for ancestors, and the concept of balance between humans, nature, and the Creator. In addition, the function of Loro Dirma has undergone a transformation, from a traditional residence to a center for traditional activities, a space for deliberation, the implementation of religious ceremonies, and a medium for educating cultural values ​​for the younger generation. However, the study found challenges in preservation efforts, such as limited traditional raw materials, changes in community lifestyles, and the declining interest of the younger generation in local culture. Therefore, collaboration between local governments, indigenous communities, and educational institutions is needed to document, revitalize, and integrate Loro Dirma cultural values ​​into formal and non-formal curricula to ensure their sustainability.

This study explores the ethics of teachers in a global context by comparing the professionalism of educators in Finland and madrasah teachers in Indonesia. The research aims to identify key ethical principles and practices that define teacher professionalism in these distinct educational settings. Employing qualitative methods including literature review and interviews with educators from both countries, the study highlights similarities and differences in ethical standards, pedagogical approaches, and cultural influences. Findings reveal that while Finnish teachers emphasize autonomy, democratic values, and continuous professional development, Indonesian madrasah teachers integrate religious ethics alongside pedagogical professionalism. The study discusses implications for improving teacher training and ethical guidelines to enhance educational quality and foster intercultural understanding. This comparative analysis contributes to the global discourse on teacher ethics by providing insights into how cultural and institutional contexts shape professional values and responsibilities in education.  

This study aims to analyze students' perceptions of the concept of meritocracy in education management as an effort to prevent nepotism in the recruitment process for elementary school teachers. Meritocracy is seen as an approach that emphasizes individual competence, qualifications, and achievements in the selection process for educators, while nepotism is often an obstacle in creating a professional and ethical educational environment. This study uses a quantitative descriptive method with data collection through questionnaires distributed to students in education study programs who have acquired a basic understanding of educational management and teacher recruitment systems. The data were analyzed to describe the students' level of understanding, attitudes, and views on the application of meritocracy principles and their awareness of the negative impacts of nepotism in the world of education. The results show that the majority of students have a positive perception of meritocracy as a fair and effective system for improving the quality of educators. However, some students acknowledge that nepotism is still common in the education sector and is considered to undermine professionalism and public trust. These findings emphasize the importance of instilling meritocratic values from the university level and strengthening competency-based recruitment policies to support the creation of a transparent and high-quality education system.

This study aims to explore the values ​​of early Islamic education reflected in the local religious study tradition and its relevance as an alternative educational model in the contemporary era. Early Islamic education has become a primary foundation for the formation of Muslim civilization and character, emphasizing the balance between knowledge, faith, and morals. The local religious study tradition in Indonesia is a legacy of classical Islamic education that maintains spiritual, moral, and social values ​​in community-based learning practices. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with a (library research) method that focuses on exploring the concepts, values, and relevance of early Islamic education as reflected in the local religious study tradition. Primary data were obtained from classical Islamic literature such as traditional books, works of previous scholars, and historical sources related to the early Islamic education system. Meanwhile, secondary data include research results, scientific journals, academic books, and contemporary writings relevant to the theme of local religious study and modern Islamic education. The results show that local religious study contains authentic Islamic values ​​such as sincerity, exemplary behavior, togetherness, and respect for knowledge. These values ​​not only reflect the spirit of classical Islamic education but are also relevant for application in contemporary education systems that tend to be rational and individualistic. The local religious study tradition has the potential to become a holistic alternative educational model because it integrates cognitive, affective, and spiritual aspects within a single learning process. Therefore, revitalizing early Islamic educational values ​​through the local religious study tradition can be a solution for shaping students' religious and social character amidst the challenges of modernization and globalization.

Islamic boarding schools and madrassas play an important role in the formation of religious character and education in Indonesia. The transformation of the regulations of these two institutions is crucial to adjust educational practices to the principles of the state of law of Pancasila. This study aims to analyze the dynamics of the regulation of Islamic boarding schools and madrasah diniyyah and its impact on the internalization of Pancasila values. The method used is qualitative descriptive through the study of documents, including laws and regulations and related literature. The results of the study show that there are significant changes, such as formal recognition of institutional status, curriculum standards, and accreditation mechanisms, which strengthen operational legality and the application of Pancasila values. In addition, the latest regulations also encourage the improvement of the quality of governance, transparency of institutional management, and strengthening the role of the community in the education process. The implementation of these regulations also provides space for learning innovation, integration of religious moderation, and adaptation to social development. In conclusion, the harmonization of these regulations allows for religious education that is relevant to the national context while maintaining religious identity. This research provides the basis for the development of a balanced Islamic education policy between state authorities, the needs of students, and the autonomy of educational institutions in the face of modern challenges and increasingly complex social changes.

Madrasah diniyyah and pesantren in the Indonesian context have often been viewed as non-formal or religious educational institutions, rather than as active legal subjects in national development. However, regulatory transformations and contextual challenges have prompted the need for legal recognition of these institutions in order to align them with the ideals of Pancasila. This study aims to analyze the role of madrasah diniyyah and pesantren. The methods used are normative and comparative qualitative research with a review of legislation and case studies of madrasah diniyyah/pesantren. The findings show that although regulations (e.g., the Pesantren Law) have provided legal recognition, there are still structural obstacles in the form of differences in institutional status, administrative capacity, and interpretative conflicts of values. On the other hand, several pesantren have successfully reconstructed themselves as actors of local development through community empowerment programs. In conclusion, legal recognition needs to be strengthened through the formulation of complementary regulations, institutional capacity building, and synergy between the government and pesantren communities so that these institutions can become pillars of national development based on Pancasila.

This study aims to contribute to improving the quality of education in Indonesia by examining how the instillation of religious culture can shape students’ character with integrity, enhance their awareness and practice of religious values, and serve as a reference for educators and policymakers in developing effective educational programs. The research specifically focuses on optimizing the instillation of religious culture in shaping the character of students at SDI Miftahul Huda Plosokandang, Kedungwaru, Tulungagung. Employing a qualitative-descriptive approach, the study uses purposive sampling to collect data through interviews, observations, and documentation. The data were analyzed using techniques of condensation, display, and drawing conclusions. The results reveal that the optimization of religious culture at SDI Miftahul Huda is implemented through various school-integrated activities, such as reciting prayers before and after lessons, performing congregational prayers, engaging in tadarus Al-Qur’an, and celebrating Islamic holidays. These activities go beyond religious routines, functioning as tools to develop students’ integrity, including honesty, responsibility, discipline, and mutual respect. The active role of teachers, school leaders, and a supportive school environment fosters a religious atmosphere that encourages students to internalize spiritual values in daily life. Consequently, the instillation of religious culture at SDI Miftahul Huda effectively contributes to shaping students with noble character and strong integrity.

The development of information technology in the era of the Industrial Revolution 5.0 has brought significant changes to the world of education, including guidance and counseling services in schools. The use of artificial intelligence (AI)-based chatbots is an innovation that can improve the effectiveness, accessibility, and interactivity of services for students. However, on the other hand, the use of this technology also raises challenges related to ethics, privacy, and the decline of humanistic values in counseling interactions. Based on this, this study aims to analyze the positive and negative impacts of chatbots on the effectiveness of guidance and counseling services in schools. This study uses library research. Data were collected from various sources, such as books and journals related to the impact and role of chatbot use in guidance and counseling services. The results of the study show that the use of chatbots has negative and positive impacts that are very helpful and beneficial in guidance and counseling services in the current digital era, but they only function as a supporting tool and cannot replace the role of human counselors.

This community service aims to implement recycling activities for children as an educational strategy to foster environmental awareness from an early age. In the context of increasing environmental challenges, environmental education is an urgent need to shape a caring and responsible character for environmental sustainability. The method used is participatory learning with direct practice of recycling waste that actively involves children, accompanied by education on waste management, sorting, and the reuse of used materials into useful products. This approach uses observation, and documentation as data collection techniques to evaluate children's understanding and behavior. The results of the community service show a significant increase in children's awareness and concrete actions in protecting the environment after participating in the recycling activity. Children not only understand the concept of environmental conservation theoretically, but also practice it in their daily lives, such as sorting waste and reducing plastic waste. This community service's contribution to the development of science in the field of education lies in the successful implementation of an experiential learning model that integrates cognitive, affective, and psychomotor aspects in instilling environmental values. This educational model enriches an effective and contextual approach to environmental education, while also providing a strategic alternative for fostering environmental awareness among the younger generation. Thus, this community service makes a significant contribution to the development of educational methods that can strengthen sustainable development through the active participation of children from an early age.

This study aims to determine the implementation of strengthening religious values ​​and environmental awareness through educational and creative activities for children in Sari Rejo Village, Medan Polonia District. The main objective of this study is to describe how religious values ​​and environmental awareness are systematically instilled through an interesting and enjoyable non-formal educational approach for children. The problem in this study focuses on the low level of religious awareness and environmental awareness among children who tend to be influenced by technological developments and modern lifestyles. The research method used is a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation of educational activities such as making key chain crafts, caring for the environment by making pot crafts from used plastic bottles, ecobrick crafts, and Islamic-based learning. The results of the study indicate that educational and creative activities can be an effective means of forming religious character and increasing children's awareness of environmental cleanliness. The conclusion of this study confirms that collaboration between the community, educators, and parents plays an important role in fostering moral and social values ​​from an early age, as well as making children more aware of spiritual and ecological responsibilities in everyday life.

The Basiacuong tradition is one of the oral cultural heritages of the Kampar (Ocu) people in Riau, which is rich in philosophical, ethical, and religious values. This study aims to analyze the expressions in the Ocu language that appear in Basiacuong practices using an ethnolinguistic approach. The research data were obtained through audiovisual observations of Basiacuong videos published in digital media, then transcribed and translated into Indonesian. The analysis was carried out using the interactive model of Miles and Huberman (1994) through three stages: data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study indicate the existence of eight main utterances that include proverbs, traditional pantun, advice, religious expressions, and social and philosophical expressions. These utterances function to instill moral values, strengthen social ethics, entertain, and legitimize customs through Islamic teachings. This study confirms that the Basiacuong tradition is not merely an oral performance, but a means of inheriting cultural identity and an educational medium that remains relevant in maintaining social harmony in the Kampar community.