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This community service activity aims to increase students' creativity and environmental awareness through making bracelets from recycled beads at SD Perumnas Muhammadiyah. The activity began with an observation of the school environment to obtain an initial picture as a basis for planning. Students were involved in direct practice, starting from introducing materials, compiling designs, to the bracelet production process. The results of the activity showed the creation of 32 bracelets with 6 design variations. Although the average selling price was only IDR 7,000, lower than similar case studies (IDR 15,000), the increase in participants' skills reached 85%, exceeding the comparative study by 80%. Participants' environmental awareness also increased by 90%, indicating the success of the program in instilling ecological values. This activity not only hones technical skills, but also forms an attitude of responsibility, cooperation, and concern for the environment. This program is expected to be an example of good practice in developing character education and creativity in elementary schools.

One form of activity to foster students' interest in developing an entrepreneurial spirit is by providing direct practice on dragon fruit stick processing skills. This training activity was held in Class A1 of the Faculty of Agriculture, Lakidende University, Unaaha. The activity began with a lecture method, after that, the session continued with the core activity, namely the implementation of dragon fruit stick making practice. The training activity on processing dragon fruit into sticks for 4th semester Agribusiness students, class B, who are taking the Entrepreneurship course at the Faculty of Agriculture, Lakidende University, has gone well. This activity also received a positive response from the students who became participants and were able to make good contributions. 83.33% of 4th semester class B students who participated in the training were able to make dragon fruit sticks and 16.67% of participants were not able to make dragon fruit sticks. This training is expected to be a means for students to improve their entrepreneurial spirit and be interested in making new innovations from other agricultural commodities.

The growing demand for coffee drinks has created significant opportunities in the coffee shop sector, especially for young people. However, in the Pagerbarang Kabupaten Tegal area, the majority of young people still lack the skills needed to professionally run a coffee business or the technical abilities of a barista. In response to this situation, this community service activity was implemented with the aim of providing training in coffee shop management and basic barista skills to increase the competitiveness of young people in the creative economy sector. This training was developed through a participatory approach integrating interactive classes for understanding theory, direct practice for skill acquisition, and support in developing a business plan as a first step towards entrepreneurship. This activity revealed an increase in participants' skills and understanding of coffee shop management and operations, customer relations, and fundamental coffee service skills. Participants also expressed a strong interest in starting their own businesses. This initiative is expected to serve as a catalyst for encouraging an entrepreneurial spirit among young people and contributing to the sustainable development of the local economy

Baitul Mal Wattamwil (BMT) is a microfinance institution in its operations based on sharia principles, its existence is very strategic for the development of micro businesses that are not touched by the services of commercial banks both conventional and sharia, because they are less bankable. . BMT Amanah Madinah, which is located in Ngeni Village, Waru Subdistrict, Sidoarjo Regency, has been serving micro entrepreneurs in helping with capital. These services make BMT Amanah Madinah continue to improve for the better. One form of improvement is the holding of training in the preparation of sharia contracts for administrators and employees. The hope is that after the training the management and employees will be able, understand and apply it in daily practice, so that the contracts used are in accordance with sharia. the purpose of this activity is to improve the ability of BMT administrators and employees in the preparation of sharia contracts that are in accordance with customer needs and their application in daily practice. The training program for the preparation of contracts for administrators and employees of Baitul Mal Wattamwil (BMT) Amanah Madinah Waru Sidoarjo, was carried out well and smoothly according to plan, and most participants were able to receive the material well. Participants were enthusiastic about the activities as indicated by the liveliness of the participants in the activity process.

Women entrepreneurship in Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) plays a vital role in the local economy. However, women entrepreneurs often face complex emotional and psychological challenges due to their dual roles as housewives and entrepreneurs. Market uncertainty, social pressure, and lack of support from their environment further burden their workload. This study aims to explore the subjective experiences of women micro MSMEs, particularly in dealing with the psychological pressures of carrying out these roles. The research method used is a qualitative phenomenological approach with seven informants from the culinary, handicraft, and online trading sectors. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and non-participant observation, then analyzed using a thematic approach based on the Miles & Huberman model. The results of the study revealed four main themes: (1) the pressure of dual roles that often trigger stress and emotional exhaustion (burnout), (2) chronic anxiety related to fear of business failure and income instability, (3) spirituality and religious activities as meaning-based coping mechanisms, and (4) the importance of social support from partners, family, and community as a balance of emotional conditions. These findings confirm that the success and sustainability of women's businesses depend not only on economic capital or technical skills, but are also significantly influenced by mental health and the strength of social networks. Therefore, empowerment programs for women's MSMEs need to be designed holistically, encompassing psychosocial aspects, coping strategy training, and strengthening supportive and inclusive social networks.

Entrepreneurship training is an important strategy in the economic empowerment of village communities, especially for the youth of Karang Taruna and PKK members who have a strategic role in local development. In Kaladawa Village, local potentials such as agricultural products, processed food, and handicrafts actually have a fairly high economic value. However, this potential has not been utilized optimally due to low knowledge, skills, and access to information and technology that supports entrepreneurship. Lack of understanding of business planning, digital marketing, and financial management is often the main obstacle that hinders village communities from starting and developing businesses independently. This community service activity aims to increase the capacity and economic independence of the residents of Kaladawa Village through practice-based entrepreneurship training. The training is comprehensively arranged, combining interactive lecture methods, group discussions, case studies, and simple business simulations so that participants are able to understand in theory and practice. The training material includes basic concepts of entrepreneurship, identification and analysis of local potential-based business opportunities, preparation of business plans, digital marketing strategies using social media, and financial management of micro businesses. Not only technical skills, this training also equips participants with soft skills such as business communication skills, teamwork, and creative and innovative thinking. The results of the activity showed a significant increase in participants' understanding of the basic principles of entrepreneurship and readiness to start a business independently. The pre-test and post-test evaluations showed a spike in comprehension scores, while the business plan products developed by participants showed creativity and the use of local potential that had not been previously worked on. Some participants have even formed community-based small business groups. This training also succeeded in forming an adaptive and innovative entrepreneurial mindset and building a social network that supports business collaboration.

This community service activity aimed to enhance the competitiveness of women-led Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (UMKM) in Surabaya by providing practical marketing strategies through a workshop. Despite their significant role in the national economy, many UMKM, especially those run by women, face challenges in marketing due to limited access to training and resources. This workshop, held at Darmo Trade Center, Surabaya, focused on providing simple yet applicable marketing strategies, such as the STP (Segmentation, Targeting, Positioning) framework and the Unique Selling Proposition (USP) to help entrepreneurs better understand their products, target consumers, and improve product differentiation. The workshop also emphasized entrepreneurial characteristics and business risk-taking. The results indicated that the participants, mostly women entrepreneurs, gained valuable insights into marketing strategies and felt more confident in applying these concepts to improve their business performance. Feedback from the participants suggested a high level of engagement and readiness to implement the strategies discussed.

Entrepreneurship training is an important strategy in the economic empowerment of village communities, especially for the youth of Karang Taruna and PKK members who have a strategic role in local development. In Kaladawa Village, local potentials such as agricultural products, processed food, and handicrafts actually have a fairly high economic value. However, this potential has not been utilized optimally due to low knowledge, skills, and access to information and technology that supports entrepreneurship. Lack of understanding of business planning, digital marketing, and financial management is often the main obstacle that hinders village communities from starting and developing businesses independently. This community service activity aims to increase the capacity and economic independence of the residents of Kaladawa Village through practice-based entrepreneurship training. The training is comprehensively arranged, combining interactive lecture methods, group discussions, case studies, and simple business simulations so that participants are able to understand in theory and practice. The training material includes basic concepts of entrepreneurship, identification and analysis of local potential-based business opportunities, preparation of business plans, digital marketing strategies using social media, and financial management of micro businesses. Not only technical skills, this training also equips participants with soft skills such as business communication skills, teamwork, and creative and innovative thinking. The results of the activity showed a significant increase in participants' understanding of the basic principles of entrepreneurship and readiness to start a business independently. The pre-test and post-test evaluations showed a spike in comprehension scores, while the business plan products developed by participants showed creativity and the use of local potential that had not been previously worked on. Some participants have even formed community-based small business groups. This training also succeeded in forming an adaptive and innovative entrepreneurial mindset and building a social network that supports business collaboration.

Islamic education plays a strategic role in supporting the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in the areas of social empowerment and environmental preservation. This research is motivated by the need for an educational approach that is not only religious but also capable of driving fair and sustainable social transformation. This study aims to analyze how Islamic education, especially through institutions such as Islamic boarding schools and madrasas, integrates sustainability values into curricula and daily practices. The method employed is qualitative research with a descriptive-analytical approach, examining various Islamic educational practices that align with the principles of the SDGs. The results show that Islamic values such as maslahah 'ammah (public benefit), justice, and the role of humans as khalifah (stewards) strongly support the foundations of sustainable development. Islamic educational institutions have been actively engaged in social, economic, and environmental activities, including skills training, Islamic entrepreneurship, reforestation programs, and waste management. Although challenges remain—such as limited resources and teacher training—Islamic education holds great potential to foster self-reliant and environmentally conscious communities. Through curriculum strengthening, continuous teacher development, and cross-sector collaboration, Islamic education can serve as a powerful driver of change toward a more just and sustainable future.

Business re-planning is an effort to reorganize a business that has been run with structured governance. MSME actors cannot be separated from various business challenges and obstacles that can affect the growth rate of their business. Business practices for micro entrepreneurs are mostly operated without careful planning. Meanwhile, the business world is growing widely and competition is high. Some MSMEs combine business needs with family interests and result in achieving business visions. Business governance, such as: marketing, finance and products by MSMEs is still conventional, so business re-planning is needed to support business sustainability and especially drive the local economy. Community service in Sidayu District was initiated to instill a modern business mindset. The stages of community service begin with coordination, socialization. The target of this community service is aimed at MSMEs in Gresik Regency so that they can improve their understanding of the importance of business re-planning and improve more adaptive business governance skills. Training for MSMEs is not only about theoretical business insights but also a forum for them to consult on business. The follow-up to business training is to provide business mentoring. The implementation aims to accompany MSMEs in making business changes for the better. The community service went smoothly with high enthusiasm from the training participants.

Housewives in Tinalan GK II RW 04 Prenggan Kotagede Yogyakarta are business actors who manage their businesses with inadequate skills, especially in terms of financial management and recording, as well as entrepreneurial innovation. Financial management is an important aspect for the progress of family entrepreneurship. This is because the actors are faced with the problem of human resource capabilities in financial management and recording. Financial management and recording can be done through accounting, although in this case the standards used are basic and simple. On the other hand, entrepreneurial innovation related to packaging design and marketing is another major problem. Based on these problems, this community service aims to improve the insight, knowledge, and skills of housewives in Tinalan KG II RW 04 Prenggan, Kotagede District, Yogyakarta City in financial management and recording in entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial innovations that need to be done for their businesses.

This community service activity aimed to introduce and strengthen the understanding of sociopreneurship among students of SMA Islam Andalusia Kebasen through an experiential learning approach. The initiative responded to the need for youth empowerment programs that combine entrepreneurial skills with social responsibility, particularly those grounded in Islamic values. The one-day training was designed to be interactive and engaging, incorporating inspirational dialogues with practitioners, interactive simulations, role-plays, and value reflections. These methods were intended to create an immersive learning experience, enabling students to connect theory with real-world application. A total of 50 students participated in the program. The training focused on three main objectives: (1) developing the ability to identify and analyze social issues in their community, (2) designing solutions through the creation of social enterprises, and (3) integrating Islamic values into business practices to ensure ethical and sustainable entrepreneurship. Evaluation was conducted using pre- and post-training assessments, observation, and participant feedback. The results indicated that 70% of participants demonstrated a strong understanding of the concept of sociopreneurship after the training. Additionally, 76% successfully integrated Islamic values into their proposed business ideas, while over 60% were able to design simple but feasible social enterprise concepts addressing real social problems. Participants also reported increased awareness, empathy, creativity, and leadership skills as outcomes of the activity. The findings highlight that experiential learning-based sociopreneurship training is an effective method for cultivating youth’s capacity to initiate social change through entrepreneurial action. This program not only enhanced students’ knowledge and skills but also inspired them to become agents of positive transformation in their communities. It is recommended that schools establish follow-up initiatives, such as sociopreneur clubs, mentoring schemes, and project incubation programs, to ensure the sustainability and further development of students’ social enterprise ideas.

Entrepreneurship training is a key strategy for empowering village economies, especially among youth from Karang Taruna and PKK members. In Kaladawa Village, local potential such as agriculture and handicrafts has not been fully utilized due to limited entrepreneurial knowledge and exposure. This program aims to enhance participants' entrepreneurial competencies through practical-based training methods, including interactive lectures, group discussions, and business simulations. A participatory approach was implemented to help participants identify local potentials, develop business ideas, and formulate digital-based marketing strategies. The results of the training indicate a significant improvement in participants’ understanding of entrepreneurship, as reflected in the emergence of innovative business plans focused on local and digital products. Pre- and post-training evaluations showed increased motivation, creativity, and readiness among participants to initiate independent ventures. The training also fostered a sustainable entrepreneurial spirit by covering essential topics such as financial management, digital transformation, and business networking. Participants acknowledged that direct experiences and intensive mentoring during the sessions played a crucial role in building their confidence and competitiveness. However, for long-term success, continuous mentoring and institutional support are required, along with strategic collaboration between stakeholders such as village governments, local MSMEs, and higher education institutions. Thus, this program not only contributes to improving technical and entrepreneurial skills but also plays a pivotal role in developing a self-reliant and sustainable rural entrepreneurial ecosystem. The integration of similar training into broader community empowerment programs is recommended to ensure lasting impact, inclusive access, resilience, innovation, adaptability, creativity, empowerment, collaboration, leadership, and meaningful local economic development.

Business re-planning is an effort to reorganize a business that has been run with structured governance. MSME actors cannot be separated from various business challenges and obstacles that can affect the growth rate of their business. Business practices for micro entrepreneurs are mostly operated without careful planning. Meanwhile, the business world is growing widely and competition is high. Some MSMEs combine business needs with family interests and result in achieving business visions. Business governance, such as: marketing, finance and products by MSMEs is still conventional, so business re-planning is needed to support business sustainability and especially drive the local economy. Community service in Sidayu District was initiated to instill a modern business mindset. The stages of community service begin with coordination, socialization. The target of this community service is aimed at MSMEs in Gresik Regency so that they can improve their understanding of the importance of business re-planning and improve more adaptive business governance skills. Training for MSMEs is not only about theoretical business insights but also a forum for them to consult on business. The follow-up to business training is to provide business mentoring. The implementation aims to accompany MSMEs in making business changes for the better. The community service went smoothly with high enthusiasm from the training participants.

PT Bank BTPN Syariah is one of the banks with a mission to provide access, education, and guidance to MSMEs spread across Indonesia. PT Bank BTPN Syariah invites students from public and private universities to join the Bestee program. Currently, PT Bank BTPN Syariah has empowered 37,311 MSMEs in 682 sub-districts spread across Indonesia. The entrepreneurial mentoring conducted by students as facilitators is part of PT Bank BTPN Syariah's mission. In the Bestee program, students act as facilitators, providing mentoring activities to SME entrepreneurs to expand market access both online and offline. The mentoring and empowerment activities for SME operators were conducted at the homes of PT Bank BTPN Syariah customers in Medan, specifically in the sub-districts of Medan Johor, Medan Labuhan, and Medan Timur, from March to May 2025. The first stage involved customer assessment. The second stage involved delivering instructional materials during the second week of mentoring. The third phase involves reviewing and practicing the material taught in the previous meeting. The fourth and final phase is the closing session, where the facilitator assists customers in enhancing their knowledge to maximize business development, leverage marketing technology, and provide crucial information on business identity, promotion, business diversification, excellent service, licensing, financial record-keeping, and appropriate partner materials.

This community service aims to improve the role of Karang Taruna as a village development agent in Sanrobone Village, Takalar Regency. The problems faced by Karang Taruna in this village include low organizational capacity, minimal entrepreneurial skills, and lack of use of digital technology in promoting village potential. This activity was carried out through several stages, namely identification of needs, leadership and organizational management training, entrepreneurship workshops, digital marketing training, and implementation of real actions in the form of arranging mangrove tourism areas. The results of the activity showed a significant increase in participants' understanding of organizational management, preparation of work programs, development of business ideas based on local potential, and use of social media for promotion. In addition, participants succeeded in carrying out environmental conservation activities as part of efforts to develop village tourism. This activity is expected to be a model for empowering village youth based on Karang Taruna which can be replicated in other villages to encourage sustainable village development.

The role of Islamic banks in distributing funds to MSMEs in Cikarang is crucial for strengthening the local economy. By offering financing products based on Sharia principles such as murabahah, musharakah, and mudharabah, Islamic banks provide capital solutions for MSMEs while upholding the principles of justice and risk-sharing. A qualitative review of the literature indicates that the involvement of Islamic banks can enhance access to capital, improve business productivity, and foster long-term relationships between banks and entrepreneurs. The main issues identified include a lack of understanding of Sharia principles among MSMEs and credit-related risks. The recommendations from this study include increasing Sharia education, simplifying contractual procedures, and strengthening the role of supporting institutions.

This community service program titled "Building Entrepreneurial Spirit in Students Through Islamic Economic Literacy" was held on May 24, 2025, in Semarang under the Sharia Young Leader BSI Maslahat initiative. It aimed to empower underprivileged university students by integrating Islamic economic knowledge with personal motivation and spiritual development. The program applied a fun-learning approach to deliver modules on barakah (blessing), Islamic work ethics, fiqh muamalah, and Sharia-compliant contracts (akad), as well as motivational training based on the ESQ Matrix. A total of 51 participants underwent both pre- and post-tests, showing a significant knowledge increase from an average score of 62.39 to 84.58. Feedback indicated high satisfaction, with average scores above 5.7 out of 6 for both content and trainer performance. Participants appreciated the relevance and applicability of the material and suggested enhancements such as more interactive sessions and follow-up resources. The program successfully contributed to students’ understanding of ethical entrepreneurship and Islamic economic principles, supporting their role as future contributors to the Sharia economic ecosystem in Indonesia.

This community service aims to foster and develop an entrepreneurial spirit among teenagers in Sanrobone Village, Takalar, through the optimization of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) based on local potential. Teenagers are identified as strategic assets that need to be empowered for economic independence and job creation. The method of implementing this activity adopts a participatory and educational-practical approach, including the preparation stage, implementation of training and mentoring, and monitoring and evaluation. A total of 35 teenagers from Sanrobone Village were actively involved in a series of basic entrepreneurship training, identification of local business opportunities, technical production skills workshops, and simple digital marketing. The results of the activity showed a significant increase in teenagers' understanding of the concept of entrepreneurship from just selling to creating value. They succeeded in identifying 15 potential business ideas from local resources and 20 teenagers were able to produce product prototypes from these ideas. In addition, the initiative to form five micro-business groups initiated by teenagers is clear evidence of the growth of motivation and collaboration. In conclusion, this program is effective in laying a strong foundation for the development of a youth entrepreneurship ecosystem in Sanrobone Village, which is supported by the potential of natural resources and the enthusiasm of the participants. It is recommended that there be ongoing mentoring, facilitation of access to micro-capital, strengthening of networks, and integration of entrepreneurship curriculum in schools to ensure the sustainability and long-term impact of the program.

This community service activity aims to improve culinary skills and micro-business management for the people of Sanrobone Village, Takalar Regency as an effort to increase family income and economic independence. The method of implementing the activity includes identifying needs, local ingredient-based culinary training, food sanitation workshops, micro-business management training, digital marketing, business plan preparation, and evaluation of results. The results of the activity showed a significant increase in processed food production skills, understanding of the importance of sanitation and food safety, and the ability to manage small-scale businesses. Participants were also able to utilize social media for product promotion and began designing home businesses independently or in groups. The formation of two joint business groups (KUB) is an indication that this training has fostered entrepreneurial initiatives among the village community. This activity is expected to contribute to strengthening the local economy in a sustainable manner and can be replicated in other villages with similar characteristics.