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In the Riau Islands, especially on Ngenang Island, weaving activities have become part of the life of the Malay community. This initiative to develop and produce woven fabric aims to preserve culture as well as empower women and improve the local economy. This research aims to determine the role of the Batam City Department of Industry and Trade (Disperindag) in empowering the community through groups of woven cloth craftsmen on Ngenang Island. This research uses a qualitative descriptive research method. The data sources for this research come from primary and secondary data. Research results based on (1) support the development of small and medium industries (IKM), including the weaving industry. (2) empowerment efforts carried out through guidance and technical support, which helps in developing technical skills and innovation in woven motifs (3) the government responds quickly to the needs of craftsmen by providing funds, looms and raw materials, increasing production efficiency and quality of woven fabrics resulting from. In conclusion, the role of the government on Ngenang Island is not only as a regulator, but also as a dynamist and facilitator in strengthening the weaving industry as part of an inclusive and sustainable local economic development strategy.

Introduction: Hypertension is a chronic condition in which blood vessel walls experience increased blood pressure, requiring a faster heart rate to pump blood throughout the body. The presence of hypertension influences changes in the results of mean arterial pressure, if the mean arterial pressure is more than 100 mmHg it can cause cerebral circulation disorders resulting in cerebral vascular resistance in hypertensive patients. One non-pharmacological effort to overcome and reduce MAP can be done by providing foot massage therapy. Method: This type of research is quantitative research with a pre-experimental one group pre-post test design approach. The instruments used by researchers were a digital spygmomanometer and observation sheet. Results: Descriptive statistical results showed that the average MAP value before giving a foot massage was 112.49 mmHg and the average MAP after giving a foot massage was 108.43 mmHg. Conclusion: The results of the Wilcoxon sign rank test, a non-parametric statistical test, obtained a p value of 0.000 (? = 0.05). So that p < a, it can be concluded that H0 is rejected and H1 is approved, this shows that foot massage therapy can influence the results of mean arterial pressure in elderly hypertensive patients in the Kalijati Health Center working area. This research is expected to provide initial information by carrying out foot massage therapy 6 times in 6 consecutive days as an effort to control hypertension and reduce mean arterial pressure (MAP) results.

Makalah ini menyajikan audit terhadap aplikasi Sirekap yang dikembangkan oleh Komisi Pemilihan Umum (KPU) untuk menilai keamanan dan efisiensi sistem. Penelitian ini menyelidiki latar belakang dan pentingnya sistem Sirekap dalam proses pemilu, dengan tujuan mengidentifikasi potensi kerentanan dan menilai kinerja sistem. Menggunakan kombinasi metodologi analisis risiko dan pengujian sistem, studi ini mengungkapkan beberapa kekuatan dan kelemahan dalam aplikasi tersebut. Temuan penelitian ini menyoroti perlunya perbaikan untuk meningkatkan langkah-langkah keamanan dan efisiensi operasional aplikasi. Implikasi dari penelitian ini memberikan kerangka kerja untuk perbaikan di masa depan dan memastikan keandalan sistem dalam mendukung pemilu yang adil dan efektif.

Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is health insurance that ensures that people get justice in promotive, preventive, curative and rehabilitative health services, quality at affordable costs because health services in Indonesia are not evenly distributed, especially in rural areas. The aim of this research is to realize universal access to quality health services in Indonesia.  This research uses a literature review method with online searches using scientific databases, such as Pubmed and Google Scholar. Researchers used articles from 2019-2023. The results of this research were obtained from two previous articles, namely regarding the analysis of the principles of financing health services and health services to achieve Universal Health Coverage in Indonesia. So in conclusion, the principle of financing and health services must be carried out fairly in every community, both in urban and rural areas.

Processing cassava leaves into beef jerky can produce jerky with a crunchier texture and a taste similar to beef jerky. Making cassava jerky through the substitution of tapioca flour is carried out to improve quality so that jerky can be obtained as a source of protein. Apart from protein, cassava leaf jerky also contains dietary fiber so it can be used as a functional food. This service activity was carried out with the aim of optimizing the use of cassava leaves to make delicious, nutritious processed products and as a substitute for beef, which is more expensive than cassava leaves but has almost the same nutritional value. Processing cassava leaves into beef jerky is carried out in several stages of the process by adding other ingredients and spices to produce jerky with a delicious taste. Apart from being used for family consumption, this cassava leaf jerky can also be marketed so that it can increase the family's economy in the local area. This activity was carried out at the posyandu in one of the residents' houses located on Jalan Padat Karya Kalibobo, Nabire Regency. The implementation stage of this activity starts from preparation, implementation and evaluation. This service activity was successful, seen from the enthusiasm of the women during the process of processing cassava leaves into beef jerky.

The purpose of this service activity is to provide an increased understanding of the concept of noise and carbon emissions of motorized vehicles located on Golf Course Road. Traffic noise and carbon emissions are environmental problems that have an impact on public health. The method used is field observation by measuring the number of vehicles, types of vehicles, noise levels using a decibel meter, and estimating carbon emissions using an estimative approach based on the number of vehicles and the average carbon emissions of each type of vehicle. This service shows the importance of periodic monitoring of noise and air pollution as a basis for urban environmental policy making. This activity went well, so that it was able to provide an increase in the number of vehicles.

This research aims to find out how much influence motivation and compensation have on employee performance at PT Indoguna Utama. The research method used is a quantitative approach, with a population of 65 employees and a sample of 40 people. The sampling technique uses the Slovin formula. Data collection used a questionnaire in multiple linear regression analysis units and hypothesis testing.  Data processing uses SPSS 24 software for instrument testing, multiple linear regression analysis, and hypothesis testing. The research results show that both partially and simultaneously motivation and the work environment have a positive effect on the performance of PT Indoguna Utama.  

This research aims to determine the characteristics of ideal lecturers at the College of Education for Girls (from a student's perspective) and the relationship between these characteristics and student motivation to learn. This research included three hypotheses and was applied to students at the College of Education for Girls - Tikrit University. Researchers relied on an ideal lecturer characteristics scale (from the student's perspective) and a learning motivation scale, both of which were developed electronically, using a correlational descriptive approach. The sample consisted of 190 students, and the sample was selected using a quasi-random method. Several statistical methods are used to process the results obtained by researchers. After obtaining and discussing the results, several conclusions were obtained which can be summarized as follows: Positive lecturer personality traits increase student-teacher interaction and make a significant contribution to the success of the educational process. Apart from that, students' motivation in studying the subjects they study is influenced by the personal qualities of their lecturers. The study resulted in a series of recommendations: (i) updating ongoing professional development courses for all lecturers to provide them with the psychological and educational foundation necessary to ensure that their interactions with students are based not only on academic merit and grades, but also on an understanding of personality student. (ii) diagnose students with high and low academic achievement motivation. Based on this diagnosis, lecturers must be able to adjust their teaching methods and interactions with students.

This article aims to analyze the impact of the "Jalan Sehat" program as an effort to synergize education and health for the community in Nagari Kampung Tengah. This program is a collaborative initiative between educational institutions and communities designed to raise awareness of the importance of a healthy lifestyle and basic health education. The results showed that "Jalan Sehat" succeeded in increasing community participation in physical activity, reducing levels of physical inactivity, and strengthening knowledge and awareness of the importance of health. In addition, the program has strengthened the relationship between education and health institutions, creating an environment that supports continuous learning about health. Other positive impacts include increased social interaction and sense of community among community members. Overall, it can be concluded that health walk activities have great potential to effectively integrate aspects of education and health in the community, which in turn can improve the quality of life and well-being of the community.

Pengabdian terhadap masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk melakukan digitalisasi UMKM “Kedai Neng Wati” melalui rebranding logo dan peningkatan pemasaran online. Kegiatan melibatkan pemilik usaha, Kelurahan Medokan Semampir, dan tim KKN kelompok 6. Metode yang digunakan adalah pendekatan partisipatif, meliputi survey dan wawancara, penyuluhan, pelatihan dan pendampingan. Hasil yang dicapai adalah terciptanya brand identity baru melalui rebranding logo, peningkatan kemampuan pengelolaan media sosial dan toko online, serta peningkatan penjualan produk secara daring. Dampak positifnya adalah meningkatnya daya saing UMKM “Kedai Neng Wati” di era digital. Kegiatan ini memberikan kontribusi bagi pemberdayaan ekonomi masyarakat melalui pengembangan UMKM yang lebih berdaya saing. Berdasarkan observasi dan wawancara, ditemukan permasalahan pada UMKM “Kedai Neng Wati”, yaitu : logo kurang menarik, kurangnya pemanfaatan media digital, dan terbatasnya pengetahuan pemilik dalam mengelola media digital. Upaya digitalisasi melalui rebranding logo dan peningkatan pemasaran online dilakukan untuk meningkatkan daya saing UMKM di era digital.

The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of product quality on purchasing decisions partially, to determine the effect of pricing on purchasing decisions, and to determine the effect of product quality, and pricing on purchasing decisions case study at UD Daryono Plastik Surakarta simultaneously. A sample of 50 respondents using a sampling technique using random sampling. This study uses a quantitative method with SPSS 25 64 bit data analysis tools. The data analysis technique in this study uses validity tests, reliability tests, classical assumption tests, T tests, and F tests. The results of this study indicate that there is a positive and significant effect of product quality on purchasing decisions, there is a positive and significant effect of pricing on purchasing decisions. Then the results of the study concluded that simultaneously there is a positive and significant effect of product quality, and pricing on purchasing decisions.

The influence of globalization in today's industry has increased the level of competition between companies, making it increasingly tight and competitive. A company's success is often measured by the quality of the products it produces. Total Quality Management (TQM) is a continuous process that aims to achieve better quality standards in meeting customer needs.This study aims to determine the implementation of TQM, product quality, and to determine the improvement of product quality at Conneight Studio in Malang City. The method used is descriptive analysis.Based on the results of the study, the implementation of TQM requires commitment from all members of the organization. In the printing sector, all employees must be involved in efforts to improve product quality. Training, developing a quality culture, and active participation of the entire team are the keys to creating an environment that supports continuous improvement in product quality. TQM enables printing companies to achieve significant improvements in product quality. Data-based performance measurement is an important aspect of TQM. By collecting and analyzing data on product quality, companies can identify problems, monitor progress, and implement appropriate corrective actions. Effective use of data helps companies make decisions based on facts and evidence and guides continuous improvement efforts.

The culinary world today has always been one of the favorite destinations of many people. Not only abroad, but there are many culinary tours in the country. No exception in Indonesia which has interesting culinary tourism locations to visit. The problems that occur are, the lack of understanding of MSME actors about the importance of digital or technological knowledge and literacy in MSME actors to improve quality human resources, the ineffectiveness of MSME programs in supporting business implementation strategies to increase MSME competitiveness, the lack of understanding of MSME actors in maintaining business sustainability through innovative creation to increase MSME added value. This Community Service activity of the Faculty of Economics and Business, Pelita Bangsa University will be carried out online and offline (hybrid), located at Perum Graha Kalimas 2 Blok C No. 20 Tambun, Bekasi Regency, West Java.

Optimization of community empowerment through mushroom cultivation has a major problem, namely the lack of implementation of digital marketing strategies in oyster mushroom cultivation to increase market access, sales efficiency, and production capacity. With the implementation of digital marketing strategies, the Sukahurip II Farmer Group can promote their products more widely, effectively, reach a larger market and increase sales. The methods used include training and assistance in the use of digital platforms such as social media, e-commerce, and online marketing applications. The results of this implementation show that with the support of digital marketing, the community is able to increase income, expand customer networks, and strengthen their position in the market. This study provides practical guidance for the implementation of digital marketing strategies in oyster mushroom cultivation businesses, as well as providing recommendations for the development of similar empowerment models in other sectors.

The culinary world today has always been one of the favorite destinations of many people. Not only abroad, but there are many culinary tours in the country. No exception in Indonesia which has interesting culinary tourism locations to visit. The problems that occur are, the lack of understanding of MSME actors about the importance of digital or technological knowledge and literacy in MSME actors to improve quality human resources, the ineffectiveness of MSME programs in supporting business implementation strategies to increase MSME competitiveness, the lack of understanding of MSME actors in maintaining business sustainability through innovative creation to increase MSME added value. This Community Service activity of the Faculty of Economics and Business, Pelita Bangsa University will be carried out online and offline (hybrid), located at Perum Graha Kalimas 2 Blok C No. 20 Tambun, Bekasi Regency, West Java.

Optimization of community empowerment through mushroom cultivation has a major problem, namely the lack of implementation of digital marketing strategies in oyster mushroom cultivation to increase market access, sales efficiency, and production capacity. With the implementation of digital marketing strategies, the Sukahurip II Farmer Group can promote their products more widely, effectively, reach a larger market and increase sales. The methods used include training and assistance in the use of digital platforms such as social media, e-commerce, and online marketing applications. The results of this implementation show that with the support of digital marketing, the community is able to increase income, expand customer networks, and strengthen their position in the market. This study provides practical guidance for the implementation of digital marketing strategies in oyster mushroom cultivation businesses, as well as providing recommendations for the development of similar empowerment models in other sectors.

Community empowerment through community-based tourism is applied in the tourism village concept. Omah Pinter Petani is one of the tourist destinations developed through the concept of a Tourism Village in the City of Semarang. OPP has an agricultural educational tourism concept. The aim of this research is to examine the sustainability of Community Empowerment in making educational tour packages on durian skin fertilizer. By applying three methods, namely community empowerment, local potential base, and comprehensive activities. This has been carried out in the form of socialization, training and program realization, and monitoring and evaluation. With the results of processing durian skin waste combined with agricultural outbound activities as a tourism package at Omah Pinter Petani with the name 'Mas Duren'.

The objective of the study was to identify the content analysis according to Cunningsworth’s theory in the English textbook entitled “Pathway To English Phase E” used in first grade senior high school by Th.M. Sudarwati and Eudia Grace. This study was a descriptive qualitative research with a documentation technique as a data collection method. This study also used triangulation namely triangulation of data. This study used content analysis according to Cunningsworth’s theory to analyzed the data. According to the criteria for selecting a good textbook which are: 1) aims and approaches, 2) language and content, 3) skill, 4) topic, and 5) methodology. The research was conducted from Desember 2023 to January 2024. This study was conducted at the library. To analyze the data, the researchers used qualitative analysis data. The results of this study will be the criteria for a good textbook according to cunningsworth 5 out of 8 criteria are present. Among them are aims and approaches, language and content, skill, topic and methodology. The research show aims and approaches get 93,75%, language and content get 70,83%, skill get 95,83%, topic get 87,5 and methodology get 100%. The average points is 89,5%. Additionally, the study shows that data is transmitted in the form of texts, instructions and conversations.    

The academic world is an important focus in doing assignments, which is a process that is full of obstacles because there are many challenges that students must go through while working on it. In Indonesia, there has been a threat to the well-being of students in the form of academic stress and there are various cases of the consequences of this pressure. This article aims to outline the importance of overcoming student stress in the academic field, as well as efforts to overcome the problem based on a biblical perspective on stress. Qualitative method with analytic descriptive approach, which explains the situation under study in detail through descriptive presentation. Qualitative research methods through literature studies related to "Theological Review of Academic Stress" can be accessed by reviewing journal articles and studying theories from the literature that support this research. This research can produce relevant data through analyzing various sources of information found by the researcher through explanations based on the researcher's observations of existing data. In the next stage, the research will explore the biblical or theological perspective on stress, relating it to academic stress. The research shows the results of the complexity of academic stress with implications for mental, emotional, and physical well-being as well as the quality of academic achievement. The theological perspective highlights how important it is to manage everyone's worries and stress based on a correct understanding of theology.    

This research aims to analyze the influence of influencer marketing on purchase intentions through online consumer reviews. The population in this study were users of herbalist products. The number of samples used in this research was 100 respondents. The variables used in this research are influencer marketing, purchase intention and online consumer reviews. The data used in this research are primary data and secondary data. The data collection method used was a questionnaire. The data processing technique in this research uses SmartPLS 4.1. The results of this research show that influencer marketing has a positive and significant effect on online consumer reviews, influencer marketing has a positive and significant effect on purchase intention, online consumer reviews have a positive and significant effect on purchase intention, influencer marketing has a positive and significant effect on purchase intention through consumer reviews on line.