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Women who simultaneously assume dual roles as employees and household managers face complex social and structural pressures, particularly in urban areas such as Dago Subdistrict, Bandung City. Spousal social support serves as a crucial factor in sustaining the continuity of these dual roles. This study aims to identify the forms and intensity of social support provided by husbands to their wives within the context of dual-role management. A descriptive survey was conducted involving 50 married working women, selected through a two-stage cluster random sampling technique across five neighborhood units (RW), complemented by in-depth interviews with five husband–wife pairs using purposive sampling. The findings indicate that most husbands provide a high level of social support, encompassing emotional, instrumental, informational, and appraisal dimensions. Such support plays a significant role in reducing role conflict, strengthening psychological resilience, and enhancing women’s adaptive capacity in balancing domestic and public responsibilities. In conclusion, the active involvement of husbands reflects a shift toward a more egalitarian household partnership model, contributing to well-being and fostering family resilience.

This community service activity is motivated by the increasing volume of household plastic waste that has not been optimally managed, thus potentially polluting the environment. Utilizing inorganic waste, especially used plastic bottles, as a planting medium is a simple solution to reduce pollution while increasing community creativity. This activity aims to increase community knowledge and skills in utilizing used plastic bottles as a useful and economically valuable planting medium container. The Women Farmers Group (KWT) participated in this activity on May 1, 2026 in Gempol Sari Village, Sepatan Timur District, Tangerang Regency, Banten Province. Participatory Action Research (PAR) strategies were used to carry out implementation techniques, which included socialization, training, direct practice, mentoring, and assessment. Pre- and post-activity tests were given and evaluated using Paired Sample T-Tests to assess the activity. After participating in the training, the level of participant understanding increased, in accordance with the results of the activity. Participants' knowledge increased significantly through this exercise, as indicated by a significant increase in their average post-test score from 92.86 to 78.57 (p < 0.05). In addition, participants were able to independently practice making simple planting media from used plastic bottles. This activity has positive implications for increasing environmental awareness and community creativity, as well as supporting economic empowerment and sustainable environmental management efforts.

This community service activity is motivated by the increasing volume of household plastic waste that has not been optimally managed, thus potentially polluting the environment. Utilizing inorganic waste, especially used plastic bottles, as a planting medium is a simple solution to reduce pollution while increasing community creativity. This activity aims to increase community knowledge and skills in utilizing used plastic bottles as a useful and economically valuable planting medium container. The Women Farmers Group (KWT) participated in this activity on May 1, 2026 in Gempol Sari Village, Sepatan Timur District, Tangerang Regency, Banten Province. Participatory Action Research (PAR) strategies were used to carry out implementation techniques, which included socialization, training, direct practice, mentoring, and assessment. Pre- and post-activity tests were given and evaluated using Paired Sample T-Tests to assess the activity. After participating in the training, the level of participant understanding increased, in accordance with the results of the activity. Participants' knowledge increased significantly through this exercise, as indicated by a significant increase in their average post-test score from 92.86 to 78.57 (p < 0.05). In addition, participants were able to independently practice making simple planting media from used plastic bottles. This activity has positive implications for increasing environmental awareness and community creativity, as well as supporting economic empowerment and sustainable environmental management efforts.

Stunting remains a persistent nutritional challenge that threatens human capital development in Indonesia. This study examines the effects of exclusive breastfeeding, female education, sanitation, access to safe drinking water, inadequate food consumption, and poverty on stunting prevalence across 34 provinces in Indonesia during 2017–2024. The study employs a random-effects Panel EGLS estimator with Panel Corrected Standard Errors (PCSE) to address heteroskedasticity and cross-sectional dependence in provincial panel data. The findings reveal that exclusive breastfeeding, female education, and adequate sanitation significantly reduce stunting prevalence, while poverty significantly increases it. Interestingly, inadequate food consumption is negatively associated with stunting prevalence, potentially reflecting the contribution of government nutritional assistance and social protection programs. In contrast, access to safe drinking water does not show a statistically significant effect. Among the explanatory variables, female education is strongly associated with reductions in stunting. These findings highlight the importance of strengthening women’s education, improving sanitation quality, and expanding poverty-alleviation and nutrition-sensitive interventions to accelerate reductions in stunting and support the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 2 in Indonesia.

Although Indonesia has integrated SDG 6 goals into national development planning, access to safe drinking water and sanitation remains a challenge in rural areas, particularly due to suboptimal policy implementation at the local level. The PAMSIMAS program is a government policy designed to improve access to clean water and sanitation services thru a community empowerment approach. This research aims to analyze the implementation of the PAMSIMAS program policy in supporting the achievement of SDG 6 in Mentaras Village, Dukun District, Gresik Regency. The research approach is descriptive qualitative with data collection thru observation, interviews, and documentation. The analysis was conducted using George C. Edwards III's policy implementation model, which includes communication, resources, executor disposition, and bureaucratic structure. The research results show that the program implementation has achieved significant progress, marked by an increase in the number of households accessing clean water, affordable service costs, and community-based management thru BP-SPAMS and BUMDes that reflect the principle of accountability. However, the implementation of the program still faces challenges such as limited service coverage, an imbalance in the facilitator-to-beneficiary ratio, and coordination obstacles among implementing stakeholders. Therefore, strengthening the dimensions of communication, resources, and institutional coordination is necessary to enhance the effectiveness of program implementation and support the achievement of SDG 6 targets by 2030.

Kemuning Lor Village, Jember Regency, has significant potential in the agricultural and livestock sectors; however, the utilization of agricultural, livestock, and household waste remains suboptimal. Waste such as rice straw, animal manure, and household refuse is generally not processed effectively, leading to environmental pollution and the loss of potential economic value.

This study aims to analyze the socio-economic characteristics, income levels, and welfare levels of business actors at Lake Sipin Tourism, Jambi City. A descriptive survey approach was employed, involving 50 business actors as the sample selected through a saturated sampling technique. Data were collected using structured questionnaires, while descriptive analysis based on criteria established by the Central Statistics Agency was applied as the primary analytical tool. The findings reveal that the socio-economic profile of business actors is predominantly female, with an average age of 42 years, a senior high school educational background, and operating food-based businesses independently with considerably limited capital. In terms of income, the average monthly net income of Rp2,486,000 falls within the moderate category according to the Central Statistics Agency criteria, although 40% of respondents still belong to the low-income group. Meanwhile, the welfare level was measured through the proportion of food consumption expenditure relative to total household expenditure, which reached 48.41% per month, placing the majority of business actors within the moderate welfare category overall.

The waste problem in Indonesia has now reached a critical stage and has become an increasingly serious environmental issue. The ever-increasing volume of waste is not being managed effectively, leading to various negative impacts, particularly environmental pollution. This study aims to examine the state of waste management in Indonesia and its impact on water pollution from the perspective of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The method used is descriptive qualitative research through a literature review utilizing various sources such as journals, official reports, and legislation. The results indicate that the majority of waste originates from household activities, while management practices remain rudimentary, such as the “collect-transport-dispose” method and open dumping. This situation leads to waste accumulation, which contributes to water pollution, deteriorating environmental quality, and increased health risks for the community. Furthermore, suboptimal waste management also poses a challenge in achieving sustainable development goals, particularly regarding responsible consumption and access to clean water and sanitation. Therefore, improved efforts are needed through the application of the reduce, reuse, recycle (3R) principles, increased public awareness, and the active role of the government and the private sector in providing a sustainable waste management system. With the right measures, it is hoped that the waste problem in Indonesia can be reduced and the environment preserved.

This study aims to analyze the implementation of public policies in improving community welfare through the Direct Cash Assistance (BLT) Program, the Subsidized Direct Cash Assistance (BLTS), and rice distribution managed by the State Logistics Agency (BULOG) in Cipete Village. The research method used is a descriptive qualitative approach. Data collection techniques were carried out through interviews with policy implementers and beneficiary communities, direct observation of the aid distribution process, and review of relevant official documents and data. The results show that the BLT and BLTS programs play a significant role in helping low-income communities meet their basic needs and increasing household purchasing power, especially during unstable economic conditions. Meanwhile, rice distribution by BULOG supports community food security by providing access to staple foods at prices lower than market rates. Despite the positive impacts, the implementation of these three programs still faces various obstacles, including inaccurate beneficiary targeting due to imprecise and rarely updated data, delays in the distribution process, lack of information transparency, and suboptimal inter-agency coordination. Based on these findings, improvements are required, such as developing an integrated and technology-based data system, increasing information disclosure to the public, strengthening monitoring and periodic evaluation systems, and enhancing cooperation among related institutions. Optimizing the implementation of these social assistance programs is expected to create sustainable, equitable, and targeted improvements in community welfare.

Homemade food is increasingly dominating the choices of consumers who are oriented towards a healthy lifestyle. However, the belief that self-cooking is synonymous with food safety is not always supported by scientific evidence. This Narrative Review aims to build an in-depth thematic synthesis of the various dimensions of food safety risks that arise in the process of preparing healthy homemade food, ranging from biological and chemical contamination, to human behavioral factors as the main agents of contamination. The study was conducted against seven reputable sources of scientific literature published between 2010–2025, including observational, experimental, cross-sectional, and review studies. Four main themes were identified: (1) risky behaviors in the household kitchen as the dominant factor; (2) unexpected cross-contamination pathways including table salt as a vector; (3) chemical and biological contaminants hidden in "healthy" materials; and (4) evidence-based interventions that have been proven to be effective. This review confirms that homemade food safety is a behavioral issue, not just a technical one, so the intervention approach must be multidimensional and sustainable.

The Village Fund Direct Cash Assistance Program (BLT-DD) is a social protection instrument designed to help low-income families meet their basic needs. However, its implementation often faces challenges such as targeting inaccuracies, limited data, and varying administrative capacity at the village level. This study aims to evaluate the implementation of BLT-DD using William N. Dunn’s six policy evaluation criteria through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach, covering effectiveness, efficiency, equity, responsiveness, conceptual alignment, and implementation. The findings indicate that BLT-DD is fairly effective in helping households maintain consumption, yet its effectiveness and adequacy remain constrained by the amount of assistance and the quality of data collection. Program efficiency and responsiveness are relatively good in villages with sufficient governance capacity, while equity emerges as the weakest aspect due to inaccurate data verification. Conceptually, BLT-DD aligns with the needs of low-income communities, but implementation accuracy still requires reinforcement. Furthermore, the study highlights the need for more systematic monitoring mechanisms, cross-sectoral data integration, and administrative training for village officials to enhance service quality. Overall, BLT-DD provides valuable support but requires improvements in governance and data systems to optimize outcomes, including regular evaluation strategies and refinement of supporting regulations.

This study aims to analyze the strategies employed by ustadz and ustadzah at Pondok Pesantren Tarbiyatul Islam (PPTI) Al-Falah in maintaining family resilience. The family, as the smallest unit in society, plays a crucial role in shaping individuals’ character, morality, and spirituality, particularly for those living in a pesantren environment characterized by intensive religious and educational activities. This research uses a qualitative method with a case study approach. Data were collected through interviews and observations involving married ustadz and ustadzah who reside within the pesantren environment. The results indicate that in building a household, conflicts are inevitable. Due to teaching responsibilities that often extend into the night, miscommunication may occur and potentially lead to domestic issues. Therefore, family resilience among ustadz and ustadzah at PPTI Al-Falah is developed through five main strategies: (1) spiritual strategies, (2) communicative strategies, (3) educational strategies, (4) social and environmental strategies, and (5) economic and time management strategies.

Households in Yabansai Urban Village, Heram District, Jayapura City, experience recurrent clean-water shortages as the Kampwolker River, the raw-water source of PDAM UPP Waena, discharges decline. This study examines the supply-demand balance of clean water and community adaptation strategies in meeting household water needs. Demand was calculated using the Directorate General of Cipta Karya (1998) standard for a subdistrict town (90-100 L/person/day). Primary data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 60 households across 12 RWs and two PDAM staff, supported by field observations of the intake, distribution network, boreholes, and household storage facilities. The results show that Yabansai's demand is 1,582,650-1,758,500 L/day, while PDAM UPP Waena's net distribution capacity is 2,268,000 L/day in the wet season and 1,008,000 L/day in the dry season. Because this capacity serves several areas, the wet-season surplus is only nominal, and the dry-season capacity is insufficient even for Yabansai alone. Despite this structural shortfall, 61.7% of respondents rate water availability as "Very Sufficient": community practices (water storage, rainwater harvesting, boreholes, water purchase) form an adaptive equilibrium that sustains daily activities but remains costly and vulnerable. The study recommends watershed rehabilitation, source diversification, distribution transparency, and network extension to unserved RWs.

Household food security and nutrition are crucial determinants of public health, especially in regions with limited access to high-quality animal protein. This study aims to analyze the impact of organic chicken farming and maggot utilization on household food security and family nutrition in Jayapura, Papua. An exploratory case study with a mixed-method approach was used, involving observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The findings revealed that maggot-based feed significantly improved chicken growth, health, and egg production while reducing feed costs. Families experienced improved protein intake, reduced food expenditure, and additional income from the sale of eggs, maggots, and compost. Furthermore, the integration of maggot farming into organic poultry systems supported waste management and environmental sustainability through a circular economy model. This research implies that maggot-based organic farming can be replicated as a sustainable community food security strategy in similar regions across Papua and Indonesia.

Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) remains a significant public health problem in tropical countries, including Indonesia. The presence of Aedes aegypti larvae is an important indicator of dengue transmission risk and is influenced by environmental factors, particularly temperature and humidity. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between temperature and humidity and the presence of mosquito larvae in Meteseh Village, Tembalang District, Semarang City. This analytical observational study employed a cross-sectional design involving 100 households selected through quota sampling. Data were collected through direct observation and measurement of temperature and humidity using a thermo-hygrometer, then analyzed using the Chi-square test. The results showed a significant association between temperature and the presence of mosquito larvae (p=0.000), while humidity was not significantly associated with larvae presence (p>0.05). Temperature was identified as a more influential environmental factor in supporting mosquito larvae existence than humidity in the study area. These findings highlight the importance of environmental-based vector control strategies, particularly through management of microhabitat temperature conditions, to support dengue prevention.

Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) remains a significant public health problem in tropical countries, including Indonesia. The presence of Aedes aegypti larvae is an important indicator of dengue transmission risk and is influenced by environmental factors, particularly temperature and humidity. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between temperature and humidity and the presence of mosquito larvae in Meteseh Village, Tembalang District, Semarang City. This analytical observational study employed a cross-sectional design involving 100 households selected through quota sampling. Data were collected through direct observation and measurement of temperature and humidity using a thermo-hygrometer, then analyzed using the Chi-square test. The results showed a significant association between temperature and the presence of mosquito larvae (p=0.000), while humidity was not significantly associated with larvae presence (p>0.05). Temperature was identified as a more influential environmental factor in supporting mosquito larvae existence than humidity in the study area. These findings highlight the importance of environmental-based vector control strategies, particularly through management of microhabitat temperature conditions, to support dengue prevention.

This study, entitled "Value Added Tax Fairness in Samarinda City," analyzes the fairness of the 11% VAT rate under Law No. 7 of 2021 using socio-legal methods. The results show that although the single 11% VAT rate meets the principles of legality and horizontal justice because it applies equally to all consumers, this policy is not entirely fair from a vertical justice perspective. The regressive nature of the consumption tax tends to place a greater burden on low-income households. Field findings reveal that MSMEs feel burdened because the rate does not take into account their economic capacity, coupled with a lack of understanding of the input and output tax credit mechanisms. Administrative complexity and minimal education from tax authorities contribute to low compliance rates. This study recommends the implementation of a more flexible tiered VAT rate, strengthening tax education, providing technical assistance, and simplifying reporting for MSMEs to improve compliance and create more equitable tax justice.  

The need for housing is increasingly pressing with population growth and urbanization, while affordability remains a challenge for single-income households. The purpose of this investigation is to assess the impact of price also location on home purchase decisions using a literature review. This approach involves reviewing, analyzing, and synthesizing various relevant literature sources, such as scientific journals, books, undergraduate theses, also previous investigation reports that discuss factors influencing home purchase decisions. The study concludes that price plays a positive also significant role in home purchase decisions, as consumers prefer homes with prices commensurate with their purchasing power and the quality offered. Location has also been shown to influence decisions, particularly when housing is conveniently situated at a key location  and the availability of public facilities. However, certain studies indicate that price and location are not always the primary determinants of decision-making, as other variables such as promotion, brand image, product quality, and lifestyle also play a role.

The determination of a minimum marriage age is a central issue in Indonesian family law and Islamic legal discourse, particularly regarding the prevention of health, social, and psychological risks associated with child marriage. This study analyzes the alignment between the legal requirement of a minimum age of 19, as stipulated in Law No. 16 of 2019 and Constitutional Court Decision No. 22/PUU-XV/2017, and the framework of maqāṣid sharī‘ah, especially the hierarchical structure of dharuriyyāt, ḥājiyyāt, and taḥsīniyyāt. Employing a normative juridical method supported by extensive literature review, this research examines statutory regulations, classical and contemporary Islamic legal sources, works on maqāṣid, and empirical data from national and international institutions. The findings demonstrate that the minimum age of 19 substantively accords with maqāṣid sharī‘ah: at the dharuriyyāt level, it safeguards life, intellect, and lineage from medical, psychological, and social harm; at the ḥājiyyāt level, it prevents economic hardship, emotional instability, and the inability of young couples to assume household roles; and at the taḥsīniyyāt level, it preserves human dignity, ethical conduct, and the sanctity of marriage. Consequently, the regulation is not a departure from classical Islamic jurisprudence but rather an implementation of public interest (maṣlaḥah) adapted to contemporary societal realities. This study affirms that integrating maqasid-based reasoning into public policy strengthens the protection of families and future generations in Indonesia.

The steady increase in divorce cases in Indonesia suggests that many couples begin married life without adequate emotional, financial, or intellectual readiness. In response, the government encourages premarital education as a preventive initiative designed to equip future spouses with the skills needed to manage potential domestic difficulties. Viewed through the lens of maqāṣid al-sharī‘ah, this initiative supports the essential goals of Islamic law, namely the promotion of well-being at the personal, family, community, and national levels. This study argues that premarital education reflects the core principles of Islamic legal ethics and functions as a normative expression of the sharī‘ah. Using a normative-theoretical legal framework combined with a maqāṣid al-sharī‘ah analysis, the research engages Qur’anic and Hadith texts, classical and modern fiqh discussions, uṣūl al-fiqh, Indonesian regulatory provisions on premarital counseling, and scholarly works on Islamic Family Law. The results show that major triggers of marital breakdown emotional instability, financial pressure, recurring disputes, and limited understanding of marital responsibilities can be reduced through structured premarital education. These programs strengthen spiritual awareness, emotional resilience, communication skills, conflict-resolution abilities, and economic management. Consequently, premarital education becomes a strategic mechanism for nurturing harmonious households and reinforcing the framework of Islamic Family Law in Indonesia, positioning it as a sharī‘ah oriented tool vital for contemporary social welfare.