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Mangrove ecosystems play a vital role in maintaining coastal environmental balance, providing habitats for various species, and supporting local livelihoods. In Gorontalo Province, the utilization of mangrove ecosystems faces significant challenges between conservation and sustainable exploitation. This study aims to review scientific literature discussing the use, degradation, and conservation efforts of mangroves in the region. The research method employed is a literature review analyzing 10 primary sources, including journals and books published within the last decade. The findings indicate that mangrove degradation in Gorontalo is caused by land conversion, overexploitation of resources, and weak local governance and regulations. On the other hand, there are promising initiatives such as ecotourism development and community-based management approaches that show potential for ensuring ecosystem sustainability. This study concludes that mangrove management strategies in Gorontalo must strengthen community participation, cross-sector integration, and adaptive policy approaches based on local conditions. Recommendations include improving institutional capacity and developing holistic policies that balance ecological and economic aspects.

Indonesia is one of the countries with the highest levels of biodiversity in the world and possesses vast tropical forest areas that play a crucial role in maintaining the stability of global ecosystems. However, in recent decades, Indonesia’s forests have faced significant pressures due to deforestation and environmental degradation, which have broad impacts on ecological functions, climate balance, and the socio-economic lives of communities. This study aims to examine the role of biodiversity and ecological adaptation mechanisms in maintaining the stability of Indonesia’s forest ecosystems through a literature review approach. The findings show that deforestation directly affects biodiversity decline, habitat fragmentation, disruption of hydrological systems, increased erosion, and carbon emissions. Additionally, illegal activities such as logging and mining exacerbate environmental degradation. Biodiversity is proven to be an important factor in enhancing ecosystem resilience to disturbances, including climate change. Adaptation mechanisms such as the presence of bioindicator species, the formation of ecological corridors, and community participation in conservation can strengthen ecological resilience. Rehabilitation of degraded areas and the implementation of sustainable governance policies are necessary to restore the ecological functions of forests. This study emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary and collaborative approach in conservation strategies, supported by strong scientific, social, and institutional frameworks to ensure the sustainability of Indonesia’s forest ecosystems in the future.

This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of urban village fund management in efforts to improve facilities and infrastructure as well as community welfare in Dukuh Menanggal Village, Gayungan Subdistrict, Surabaya City. Urban village funds are part of a fiscal decentralization policy that aims to accelerate development and equitable distribution of welfare at the local level. This research uses descriptive qualitative methods with data collection techniques through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The results showed that the management of urban village funds in Dukuh Menanggal has generally been quite effective, marked by an improvement in the quality of environmental infrastructure such as roads, drains, and other public facilities. In addition, some community empowerment programs also have a positive impact on improving the welfare of residents. However, there are still some obstacles such as limited apparatus capacity, suboptimal community participation, and transparency in reporting that need to be improved. Therefore, it is necessary to strengthen governance, increase the capacity of human resources, and involve the community more actively so that the management of urban village funds can be more optimal and sustainable.

This study uses a qualitative method to provide an in-depth description of the strategic role of village funds within the State Budget (APBN) in improving the welfare of rural communities. Village funds allocated by the central government aim to accelerate development, reduce regional disparities, and strengthen economic independence at the village level. This research examines the mechanisms of distribution, management, and utilization of village funds and relates them to welfare indicators such as income, access to basic services, and economic empowerment. The results show that when managed transparently, accountably, and with community participation, village funds can improve quality of life through infrastructure development, better education and health services, and the growth of micro and small enterprises. However, challenges such as weak capacity of village officials, corruption practices, and lack of supervision remain obstacles that must be addressed. Therefore, synergy between central and regional governments and the community is key to the successful implementation of village funds.    

Indonesia is one of the countries with the largest Muslim population in the world, has a very strong wealth of religious traditions. Religious activities that are often carried out by local tourists are pilgrimages to the tombs of saints, one of which is the Tomb of Sunan Ampel in Surabaya. On the 29th night of Ramadan, the area of ​​the Tomb of Sunan Ampel will experience a surge in visitors because it coincides with the last ten odd nights of the month of Ramadan. This study aims to determine the form of collaborative governance in the management of the 29th night of Ramadan activities at the Tomb of Sunan Ampel Surabaya. The main problem of the study is the process of collaboration between stakeholders in the management of complex and large-scale religious activities. The method used in this study is a descriptive qualitative method with interview, observation, and documentation techniques. The results of the study show that collaboration between parties in the management of Ramadan activities at the Tomb of Sunan Ampel is informal and only dominant in the Tomb of Sunan Ampel Foundation. Although there is functional cooperation, there is no written regulation to clearly regulate the division of roles. Therefore, efforts are needed to strengthen the structure and equal participation so that the governance of Ramadan activities can run more effectively and inclusively.

Mosques not only function as places of worship, but also have great potential to become centers of community development. This research examines the potential of the Jammi Daruss Saadah Mosque-the oldest mosque in Tebing Tinggi Sub-district, Empat Lawang Regency-in shaping the social, educational, spiritual and economic space of the local community. This research uses a qualitative approach with structured interview methods and participatory observation and is supported by an ethnographic approach to communication to understand the dynamics of social interactions that occur in the mosque environment. The results showed that this mosque has become the main forum for various community activities such as routine recitation, Al-Qur'an learning classes for children, and economic activities in the form of sacrificial animal farms managed by the mosque management. The mosque plays a role as a driver of improving the quality of religion and community welfare, as well as a symbol of the resilience of local Islamic identity since before independence until now. This finding emphasizes the importance of strengthening the function of the mosque as a social institution that is adaptive to the needs of the times. Mosques not only play a role in the spiritual realm, but also become strategic agents of community empowerment. This research recommends the need to strengthen mosque institutional governance and program innovation based on community participation so that the role of mosques can be optimized in responding to contemporary social challenges.

Education is the main foundation in creating quality human resources, but until now the quality of education in Indonesia still faces serious challenges, especially in terms of inequality in the distribution of resources between urban and rural environments. This study aims to examine the role of regional autonomy in improving the quality of education in Indonesia within the framework of decentralization. The approach used in this study is qualitative descriptive with a literature study method. Data collection techniques are carried out through literature reviews from books, scientific journals, and education policy documents, which are then analyzed critically to explore the relationship between decentralization policies and improving the quality of education. The results of the study indicate that regional autonomy allows for more contextual education policies that are in accordance with local needs, so that they can significantly improve the quality of education. However, challenges such as disparities in resources between regions, budget constraints, and lack of readiness of regional apparatus are still major obstacles. This study concludes that the success of educational decentralization is highly dependent on managerial readiness, policy commitment, and technology integration and community participation in the education process.

City growth that is not balanced with the fulfillment of community needs has the potential to reduce environmental quality, especially in waste management. This study aims to analyze community participation in waste management in Gorontalo City. The method used is descriptive qualitative, with data collection through interviews, observation, and documentation. The results showed that community participation in waste management is still low, as seen from the large amount of littering and lack of knowledge about waste utilization. However, there are positive developments in Kelurahan Dulomo Utara, where people are starting to realize the importance of separating waste and managing waste into useful products. The study also identified challenges, including a lack of facilities and socialization from the government. Hopefully, increased community participation and government support can create a sustainable solution for waste management in Gorontalo City.

Mutiara Serpong Villa Complex, located in Pondok Jagung Timur Village, South Tangerang, is surrounded by the BSD City area. This area faces environmental problems due to the uncontrolled growth of water hyacinth (Eichornia Crassipes) in the surrounding lakes and swamps, causing irrigation disruption and decreasing water quality. Water hyacinth is known as a weed that damages the aquatic environment, but it also has positive potential as a raw material for organic fertilizer. This program aims to overcome the problem of the spread of water hyacinth by utilizing the plant into organic compost. Water hyacinth compost contains high nutrients, helps improve soil properties, and improves the quality and quantity of plants. This initiative is expected to provide environmental benefits while increasing the income of the surrounding community through the use of water hyacinth as organic fertilizer. Community Service Activities at the Mutiara Serpong Villa Complex use several methods that aim to provide understanding and skills about making compost from water hyacinth to the local community. There are five main stages: Socialization, Counseling, Training and Practice, Observation and Evaluation, Sustainability. This method is designed to increase active community participation and the sustainability of water hyacinth compost use as a beneficial environmental solution.

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 study aims to analyze the concept of prophetic leadership applied by Kiai in increasing community trust in the Daaru Attauhid Islamic Boarding School. With a descriptive qualitative approach, this study collected data through in-depth interviews, participatory observations, and documentation analysis. The results of the study indicate that the prophetic leadership applied by Kiai includes honesty, responsibility, effective communication, and wisdom. These four aspects are applied in various strategies, such as increasing the credibility of the institution, improving the quality of leadership, and increasing community participation. In increasing community trust, Kiai also applies various strategies, such as social services, community involvement in Islamic boarding school decision-making, and improving the quality of education. The impact of this prophetic leadership is seen in the recognition and support of the community, strengthening harmonious relations between Islamic boarding schools and the sustainability of Islamic boarding schools in the long term. The results of this study confirm that the prophetic leadership of Kiai has a major contribution in strengthening the relationship between Islamic boarding schools and the community, and can be used as a leadership model for other Islamic educational institutions

Indonesia has abundant renewable energy potential, but its utilization still faces various technical, economic, social, and policy barriers. This article examines renewable energy integration strategies through a smart grid approach as a systemic solution to build a reliable, efficient and sustainable electricity system. Using a literature review method, it highlights key challenges such as intermittency of energy sources, limited storage infrastructure, high initial investment costs, and regulatory and social resistance. The integration strategies discussed include the development of energy storage technologies, increased flexibility of the electricity system, optimization of plant planning and operations, energy policy reform, and investment in infrastructure and digitalization. The vital role of smart grids is made clear through case studies of implementations in remote areas that have successfully improved distribution efficiency and community participation. The results confirm that successful integration of renewable energy requires synergy between technology, policy, and active community involvement. In conclusion, smart grid is not just a technological infrastructure, but the foundation of transformation towards a national energy system that is low-emission, inclusive, and long-term resilient.

Tenure conflicts in forest areas are long-standing structural issues in various regions of Indonesia, including Popayato Sub-district in Gorontalo Province. These conflicts arise from overlapping land claims between local communities, companies, and the state, directly affecting the socio-economic and ecological conditions of surrounding populations. This study aims to analyze the social and environmental impacts of tenure conflicts in Popayato's forest areas and assess the roles of stakeholders in seeking sustainable solutions. A qualitative case study approach was applied through in-depth interviews, field observations, and thematic analysis. Findings reveal that communities face restricted access to productive land and forest resources, disrupting livelihoods and local cultural sustainability. Ecologically, tenure disputes have triggered illegal land clearing and significant forest degradation. Local governments have made mediation efforts, yet face challenges in coordination and policy inconsistency. Civil society organizations play a crucial role in advocating community rights through participatory mapping and the promotion of legal recognition via social forestry schemes. This study recommends resolving tenure conflicts through collaborative approaches that uphold principles of social and ecological justice, including strengthening local institutions, participatory boundary mapping, and developing inclusive conservation-based business models. In doing so, sustainable forest management can be achieved by recognizing local rights and enhancing community participation in decision-making processes.

This study aims to analyze the community-based sustainable tourism development in Sukarara Tourism Village, Central Lombok Regency. In the context of the NTB regional government's initiative to promote 99 tourism villages, this research employs a qualitative method with a case study approach to explore the role of the community in preserving local culture, enhancing the economy, and protecting the environment. The results of this study show that the collaboration between the community and the government in Sukarara Tourism Village has created sustainable and inclusive tourism, positively impacting both the community and the environment. The village government emphasizes the importance of preserving the ikat weaving tradition and effective environmental management, despite facing challenges related to infrastructure and human resource skills. Community involvement through Pokdarwis groups is crucial in planning and implementing tourism activities. Innovations in local product development, such as handicrafts and traditional foods, are optimized through effective training and promotion. The community also provides tourism services, including homestays and local guides, to enhance visitor experiences. Community involvement in decision-making through village meetings ensures that tourism policies reflect local needs. Environmental preservation is carried out through cleanup programs and education for tourists, while infrastructure development is improved with community participation. With a collaborative approach, Sukarara Tourism Village can become a successful example of sustainable tourism that benefits future generations.

Torok Golo Village in Rana Mese District, East Manggarai, is an agrarian area with significant agricultural potential but faces various structural challenges, such as limited access to agricultural technology, weak farmer institutions, and low community participation in village development planning processes. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a community-based farmer empowerment program in the area. A qualitative approach was used with a descriptive-qualitative research design. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and documentation involving local actors, including farmers, extension workers, village officials, and program facilitators. Data analysis followed the interactive model of Miles and Huberman, which includes data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The results show that the empowerment program has enhanced farmers' capacities in production and group collaboration, and there has been active community participation during the implementation phase. However, participation in the planning and evaluation stages remains suboptimal, and the institutional structure of farmer groups still requires strengthening. Other weaknesses include limited market access and low utilization of modern agricultural technologies. The study concludes that program effectiveness heavily depends on sustained community participation across all stages and structural support from the government and assisting institutions. Future research is recommended to explore technology-based empowerment models combined with the strengthening of local institutions to better adapt to the needs of rural communities in remote areas.

Service quality is the level of excellence or specialty of a service that can meet the needs and expectations of the community. Public service is an activity carried out by the government and other institutions to meet the needs of community services in accordance with laws and regulations. This service can be in the form of public goods, public services, and/or administrative services. The purpose of this study was to determine the quality of service in issuing Business Identification Numbers for micro businesses at the Pekanbaru City Investment and One-Stop Integrated Service Office and its supporting and inhibiting factors. This study uses a qualitative approach. Data collection techniques use interviews. Data analysis in this study was carried out using qualitative descriptive. The results of the study explain that the quality of service is already in the good category which is assessed from the transparency in the services provided where there is openness in the service process, services that are in accordance with the rules and there is ease in the service process. The principle of accountability in improving service quality to ensure that each service can be accounted for and provide services in accordance with the conditions that have been set. Community participation in improving services has been carried out well by providing services according to rights and balance. Supporting factors in improving service quality include the ability of employees to serve, the availability of supporting facilities and infrastructure, and the development of a better service system as part of improving services. While inhibiting factors include increased supervision and complicated bureaucracy in efforts to improve services.

Village financial management is one of the key indicators in realizing effective village governance. However, in many villages, including Sidoan Timur Village, Sidoan District, Parigi Moutong Regency, Central Sulawesi, the practice of financial transparency and accountability still faces various obstacles. This study aims to assess the application of the principles of transparency and accountability in the financial management of Sidoan Timur Village, Sidoan District, Parigi Moutong Regency, Central Sulawesi, by referring to the perspective of village governance. The approach used is a qualitative method through case studies. Data were obtained through in-depth interviews, participatory observations, and review of official village documentation. Data analysis was carried out with the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and inductive conclusion drawing. The research findings reveal that village financial management has not fully implemented the principle of transparency, because financial information is not routinely published and administrative accountability is still formal, without active involvement from the community. In addition, the implementation of financial governance regulations has not been consistent at the operational level. In conclusion, the practice of transparency and accountability in Sidoan Timur Village needs to be strengthened by increasing the capacity of village officials, optimizing public information media, and empowering community participation. Further research is suggested to examine the comparison between several villages with a quantitative approach in order to obtain a broader picture of village financial management from a governance perspective.  

The Nyanggring cultural tourism village in Tlemang Village, Lamongan, is a local wisdom-based tourism development initiative with a focus on environmental sustainability. Synergy between local communities and managers is key to creating this sustainability. However, challenges in implementing environmentally friendly management and actively involving the community are still faced. This study uses a qualitative approach with in-depth interview techniques and participatory observation. Research informants consisted of local communities, tourism village managers, and policy makers. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis techniques to identify supporting and inhibiting factors in sustainability-based cultural tourism management. The findings show that collaboration between the community and managers in preserving culture and the environment is very significant. The community is involved in maintaining cultural sites, managing cultural tourism villages, and developing local tourism products. However, there are still challenges such as lack of capacity training and minimal incentives for communities who are active in management. The synergy between the local community and the Nyanggring tourism village managers in Tlemang Village has made a positive contribution to environmental sustainability, but requires more support in terms of training and policies to optimize the results.

This article discusses the strategic role of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) in shaping the character of leaders with integrity, justice, and responsibility. In the context of dynamic social change, leaders who have moral and spiritual foundations are an urgent need. This study uses a qualitative approach through a literature study of the latest academic sources. The results of the analysis show that the main values ​​in PAI—such as honesty, justice, responsibility, empathy, and sincerity—have a major contribution to the formation of leadership character. Effective implementation of PAI requires the integration of religious values ​​in leadership training, contextual learning, teacher role models, and active community participation. Obstacles such as the lack of understanding of the younger generation and the influence of the secular environment are challenges in themselves, but can be overcome with collaborative and contextually relevant educational strategies. This article emphasizes the importance of making PAI a foundation in building ethical and visionary leadership.    

This study aims to explore the role of the Data Management Information System (SIMD) in increasing transparency and building public trust in Zakat, Infak, and Sedekah (ZIS) institutions in North Sumatra. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, this study examines how the application of information technology contributes to more open and accountable governance. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, direct observation, and documentation analysis at ZIS institutions that have adopted a digital system. The results of the study indicate that the use of SIMD allows ZIS institutions to automatically record transactions, present financial reports in real time, and expand access to information for the public. Transparency resulting from digitalization encourages increased community participation and strengthens the legitimacy of institutions in the eyes of muzakki and mustahik. This study also found that transparency acts as a mediating variable between the implementation of information systems and the level of public trust. Trust is built through the consistency of institutions in providing open, accurate, and easily accessible information. This study provides a conceptual contribution to the development of a model of the relationship between information technology, transparency, and public trust, as well as practical recommendations for strengthening digital governance in the Islamic philanthropy sector. Policy implications include the need for regulatory support in expanding the digitalization of ZIS institutions in an inclusive and sustainable manner.