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Industrialization, while often driving economic growth, has led to significant environmental degradation, particularly in marginalized communities. These populations, already vulnerable due to socio-economic and geographic factors, bear the brunt of the environmental harm caused by industrial activities. This study explores the role of social-legal instruments in mitigating ecological inequality, focusing on their ability to reduce environmental burdens and empower marginalized communities in industrializing regions. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining environmental data mapping and legal framework assessment. The study found that social-legal interventions, including rights-based advocacy, legal aid, and community participation, significantly reduced ecological disparities. By improving access to legal resources and fostering active community engagement in environmental governance, these interventions empowered vulnerable populations to advocate for their environmental rights. Positive correlations were found between the implementation of robust legal frameworks and reductions in pollution exposure, highlighting the effectiveness of integrating environmental and social protections. However, the study also identified several barriers to the effective implementation of these instruments, including political resistance, resource limitations, and unequal access to legal support. These challenges hinder the full realization of social-legal frameworks' potential. The study concludes with recommendations for policymakers to strengthen social-legal instruments by incorporating social equity into environmental regulations and improving the resources available to marginalized communities. Further research is needed to assess the long-term impacts of social-legal interventions and their scalability to other industrializing regions, with an emphasis on enhancing both ecological and social outcomes.

Urban green-space conflicts have emerged as a significant challenge for marginalized communities, exacerbating existing social and environmental inequalities in cities undergoing rapid urbanization and environmental transitions. This study explores the dynamics of access to justice for marginalized groups in the context of urban green-space conflicts, focusing on the barriers they face and the enabling factors that improve their ability to access legal remedies. Through a socio-legal research design, data was collected using surveys, case reviews, and stakeholder interviews, which were analyzed to identify key physical, socio-economic, and institutional barriers that hinder equitable access to green spaces. Findings revealed that marginalized communities often experience physical barriers such as limited proximity to green spaces, socio-economic disparities that prevent them from accessing legal resources, and institutional constraints, including discriminatory urban planning policies. Despite these challenges, enabling factors such as legal aid networks, participatory forums, and inclusive urban planning policies emerged as crucial elements in improving access to justice for these communities. Moreover, the study examined the impact of social and environmental transitions, such as urbanization and climate change, on justice outcomes, showing that these transitions can either exacerbate or alleviate barriers depending on how policies are implemented. The study emphasizes the need for policy reforms that promote equity in urban planning and legal aid systems, ensuring that marginalized communities are included in decision-making processes. Future research should explore the impact of environmental justice policies in global contexts and investigate new legal frameworks to address the specific needs of vulnerable populations.

This research aims to explore the relationship between language policy and national identity formation through a macro-linguistic lens. By employing qualitative case study methodology, the study analyzes the language policies of Canada, Belgium, and India, examining their impacts on social cohesion, cultural identity, and political stability. The research investigates specific language policies, such as bilingualism in Canada, collaborative language programs in Belgium, and multilingual education in India, assessing their effects on various communities within these nations. The findings indicate that inclusive language policies significantly enhance social cohesion and foster national pride, while exclusive policies can lead to division and marginalization. In Canada, continued support for bilingual education strengthens ties between linguistic groups. In Belgium, fostering mutual respect among linguistic communities mitigates political tensions. In India, promoting multilingual education protecs regional languages and cultivates a sense of unity. By focusing on the interplay between language and identity, this study highlights the critical importance of inclusive language policies in fostering social harmony and national unity. Ultimately, the findings provide actionable insights for policymakers, emphasizing the need for frameworks that recognize linguistic diversity while promoting dialogue and integration among different language communities. This research contributes to the understanding of effective strategies for strengthening national identity in an increasingly globalized world, reinforcing the idea that language can serve as a bridge rather than a barrier.

Adolescent sexual behavior can be influenced by exposure to mass media, both print and electronic. One of the efforts to improve adolescents' knowledge about sexual behavior is by providing health education.  Peers are also a significant source of information about sex in shaping adolescents' sexual knowledge, attitudes, and behavior. This study aims to determine whether or not there is an effect of Group Guidance with Peer Group Education on the Level of Knowledge about Premarital Sexual Behavior of Adolescents at Smk Bina Informatika Bogor City. This study used a pre-experimental research design of the pre-post part in one group (One-group pre-post test design). The results showed that based on the Marginal Homogeneity Test obtained (Asymp.Sig) 0.000 <0.05, Ha was accepted, meaning that there were differences before and after being given group guidance with peer group techniques about adolescent premarital sexual behavior.

Racism took a different turn in the 16th century, impacting this generation's society. Through racist beliefs and thoughts, people divided society into divisions. This study was based on racism and white people's historical oppression of black people. In this study, we examined two novels that help to analyze racism in society, and the impact of these novels on culture was also addressed. The study described slavery in the 19th century and the colonial times of Nigerian tribes. Mark Twain’s The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn offered an American perspective on racism vs. the African setting of Things Fall Apart. During the 19th century, Nigerian people faced colonization that impacted the culture and behaviour of indigenous people. In this study, different aspects of racism and the effects of racism on black people were examined. This study also showed that the British invasion forced marginalization in every element of Igbo society, ranging from traditional values to religious and gender roles; this study aims to discuss the differences in the perspective of racism by analyzing Things Fall Apart and The Adventure of Huckleberry Finn. These two pieces of literature helped to develop better concepts and aspects of racism in the social setting and highlighted the racism between white and black people.

Racism took a different turn in the 16th century, impacting this generation's society. Through racist beliefs and thoughts, people divided society into divisions. This study was based on racism and white people's historical oppression of black people. In this study, we examined two novels that help to analyze racism in society, and the impact of these novels on culture was also addressed. The study described slavery in the 19th century and the colonial times of Nigerian tribes. Mark Twain’s The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn offered an American perspective on racism vs. the African setting of Things Fall Apart. During the 19th century, Nigerian people faced colonization that impacted the culture and behaviour of indigenous people. In this study, different aspects of racism and the effects of racism on black people were examined. This study also showed that the British invasion forced marginalization in every element of Igbo society, ranging from traditional values to religious and gender roles; this study aims to discuss the differences in the perspective of racism by analyzing Things Fall Apart and The Adventure of Huckleberry Finn. These two pieces of literature helped to develop better concepts and aspects of racism in the social setting and highlighted the racism between white and black people.

The purpose of this research is to describe the marginalization of women in the novel "Nyutrayu" by Joko Gesang Santoso. The research method used is qualitative descriptive method. The presentation technique of the research results uses the note-taking technique. The results show various forms of women's marginalization such as women becoming victims of patriarchal power where men hold more authority, the belief that women should not surpass men, being ostracized due to physical differences such as having blue eyes which creates the perception that blue-eyed individuals are foreigners and not indigenous, the attitude of demeaning women leading to their social exclusion, and the impoverishment causing women to lose their belongings. Female characters experiencing marginalization in the novel "Nyutrayu" include Aran, Sumi, and Lara, which can be seen through their behavior, dialogues, portrayal through other characters, thoughts, and dialogues among characters. These characters experience marginalization, leading them to choose a life of silence, gouging out their own eyes to avoid seeing others' past and future, resigning themselves to being objectified by men to satisfy male sexuality, and allowing themselves to be marginalized by living on the outskirts of a village far from the community.

This research analyzes the song "Runtuh" popularized by two well-known indie musicians in Indonesia, Feby Putri and Fiersa Besari. The method used to analyze this song is using the Critical Discourse Analysis method which is used as a method to explore how the trend of independent music is being loved by independent music lovers, especially teenagers who have a connection to this song so that the song "Runtuh" has a very meaningful meaning and is able to understand the situation experienced by listeners, especially teenagers. Based on the comments on the music streaming platform, it shows that this song is not only a reflection of the songwriter's personal experience, but can represent the younger generation, especially teenagers who often feel marginalized by a situation. Furthermore, this research is expected to contribute to the role of the independent music scene in Indonesia in shaping identity among young people or teenagers.

The presence of the LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) community has sparked considerable controversy in Indonesia, especially on social media, which has become a popular platform for interaction. TikTok, in particular, has provided a space for the LGBT community to express themselves through sharing content. This study focuses on the opposing attitudes manifesting as discrimination towards the TikTok account @Ockmockey16. The research employs Norman Fairclough's critical discourse analysis technique with a qualitative approach. The findings reveal interactions in the comment section of @Ockmockey16's TikTok account where numerous responses exhibit opposition, employing connotations and metaphors aimed at marginalizing the LGBT community. Examples of such connotations or metaphors include sosis ketemu sosis, pedang pedangan, pisang kepok dan pisang candi, musang jantan dgn musang jantan.

This study examines the advertising ethics and social impact of Lifebuoy soap advertisement with the theme "5 Tahun Bisa untuk NTT" (5 Years for NTT), aired in Bitobe Village, East Nusa Tenggara in 2023. Bitobe Village was chosen due to its representation of the typical socio-economic conditions in East Nusa Tenggara, often facing challenges related to sanitation and health. The research aims to analyze how the advertisement message is understood and received by the local community, as well as the implications of this message on hygiene-related behaviors and attitudes. The methods employed include content analysis of the advertisement and a social impact study through interviews and direct observations with the residents of Bitobe Village. The findings are expected to provide deeper insights into advertising ethics practices in a local context and their contribution to social change in marginalized communities.

This research examines the role of social media platforms in fostering civic engagement and political participation in Latin America. Through qualitative interviews and sentiment analysis, the study reveals how digital spaces amplify marginalized voices and mobilize communities for social change. However, it also highlights risks such as misinformation and polarization. Recommendations include leveraging social media for transparent communication and digital literacy programs.

This study aims to Determination of factor prices is an essential element in the economic system that includes aspects of production and distribution. In the perspective of Islamic economics, factor pricing not only relies on economic efficiency, but must also pay attention to the principle of distributive justice in line with Islamic values.  The research method uses a qualitative approach with a literature review or library reaseach. The data used in this study are sourced from various literature books and scientific articles. The results of the study discuss the concept of factor pricing based on the theory of marginal products, labor markets, time allocation, equilibrium, and return on investment without usury. The analysis focused on the link between economic efficiency and fair distribution in accordance with maqashid sharia. The results show that optimal factor pricing within a sharia framework can support market equilibrium, increase labor productivity, and promote income distribution across different sectors of the economy. In addition, sharia-based policy interventions are needed to overcome market distortions and ensure the realization of holistic economic justice.

This article entitled “Social Justice According to Jhon Rawls and the Pastoral Counselor’s Responsibility for the Marginalized” aims to describe the role of pastoral counseling in its responsibility to the marginalized using Jhon Rawls’ theory of social justice. This research uses literature research using descriptive analysis method. The data in this article is collected from various sources such as books and journals. And the result of this research is the importance of the church in caring for the marginalized and also the application of pastoral counseling within the church in order to assist the marginalized and apply the theory of social justice.

Salo Timur Village in Salo Sub-district, Kampar Regency, Riau Province is one of the villages where the community has a low income or the majority of the community is still in a poor condition, especially women. Women are often marginalized, they face challenges in their role and participation in village development, and they are also faced with difficulties in increasing family income and welfare. One of the things done to overcome the problems of the community, especially women, is through community empowerment activities by utilizing the potential of abundant natural resources, including the existence of moringa trees that thrive in the vicinity. The empowerment activities carried out are through cultivation and processing of moringa leaves. The learning approach used in this training is the Andragogy approach with lecture, discussion and practicum methods. The implementation of community empowerment activities in Salo Timur Village was carried out on June 2, 2022 through moringa cultivation and processing activities. The results of this activity are increasing the role of women in village development, through increasing their ability to cultivate and process moringa leaves so that they can be utilized as a source of livelihood.

In the online era, marketing opportunities using digital technology are very profitable, apart from sellers not having to have a shop, sellers also don't have to go anywhere to sell. The objectives of this activity are (1) Organizing guidance and training for marginalized communities to produce commercial products based on appropriate technology and local resources as well as opportunities to gain access to funding for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, (2) Increasing the number of applications of science and technology for the community. This activity was carried out in the first three stages of program socialization and forum group discussion (FGD). The service team planned all the needs that would be used in implementing the service. The service team carried out FGD (Forum Group Discussion) and a cooperation MoU. Second Stage Creating Social Media Accounts Workshop and mentoring on IT knowledge. The third stage of evaluation is carried out to correct any deficiencies found during the service. The main goal is to increase understanding of various social media platforms, effective advertising strategies and ad performance measurement.  The method is to use the PKM method with questionnaires and outreach. The results show an increase in home industry players' understanding of the benefits of social media in digital marketing. They are starting to realize the potential of the online market without high advertising costs. This socialization has the potential to increase the application of digital marketing in the home industry. It is recommended that home industry players continue to develop digital marketing capabilities and collaborate to share experiences in managing advertising on social media.

Literature and social life have a close relationship. Many writers express ambiguous emotions when observing their surroundings. Society is a mixture of the upper and lower classes. Due to the imbalance of wealth, the lower classes often experience different fates in life, while the upper classes enjoy the benefits. Karl Marx has pointed out this social injustice in his theory. This research is an attempts to find elements of Marxism related to social inequalities in the poem "Caged Bird" by Maya Angelou. This study uses the text analysis method through the lens of Karl Marx's propositions about the behavior of the lower or marginalized social class in facing the severity of life. This research is a qualitative research that uses descriptive text analysis methods to explore the social and economic dimensions hidden in the text. In this study, Using a Marxist approach, this research seeks to uncover the layers of meaning contained in each line of the poem, highlighting the sharp contrast between the upper class and the marginalized class. Thus, this view states that how economic forces create inequalities and make life difficult for the lower classes. The poem challenges readers to consider the impact

Gandang Lasuang Dance is a traditional dance art that developed in batang tajongkek, precisely in Aua Sarumpun studio. In this dance, the properties are Lasuang, pestle, katidiang. This dance tells the story of how a farmer pounded rice using lasuang, where the rice to be pounded would become rice. In addition, this dance is also accompanied by music such as Talempong, Gandang dol, sleigh-giring. The purpose of this study is to analyze and describe the spread of Gandang Lasuang Dance and the factors causing the marginalization of Gandang Lasuang Dance. This research method uses qualitative research. The location of the research was conducted in Sanggar Aua Sarumpun, Batang Tajongkek Village, South Pariaman, Pariaman City. The results showed that the Study of the Spread and Marginalization of Gandang Lasuang Dance in Batang Tajongkek was quite well developed. Judging from its use, this art was previously only used as a medium for self-entertainment when pounding rice, but now it has been used as entertainment for the people of Batang Tajongkek Village, besides that the Gandang Lasung Dance is also performed in various art events such as PKK events, and bundo kanduang events and so on.

Adolescent girls during puberty will experience menstruation. If they cannot properly care for their reproductive organs during menstruation, it will cause several health problems, one of which is pruritus vulvae. Pruritus Vulvae occurs due to poor hygiene practices, to increase knowledge and attitudes of young women, researchers provide Lecture Methods and Peer Group Discussions about personal hygiene during menstruation in preventing Pruritus Vulvae.Objective: to see the effect of a combination of lecture methods and peer group discussions on knowledge and attitudes about personal hygiene during menstruation in preventing pruritus vulvae in young women at. Methods: and Peer Group Discussions about personal hygiene during menstruation in preventing Pruritus Vulvae.: The research design used was a quasy experiment. The analytical survey conducted in this study used the one group pre-test post-test approach design. The population is class VII students. Sampling was taken by purposive sampling, the sample size in this study was 30 young women. Data were collected using a questionnaire before and after being given the lecture method and peer group discussion of the knowledge instrument using the Guttman scale and the attitude instrument using the Likert scale and analyzed using the wilcoxon signed rank test. Result : The result of the study showed that the marginal homogeneity tes was obtained at knowledge p=0,000 and attitudes obtained a significant value p=0,003 in the post test. Suggestion : The lecture method and peer group discussion have a significant effect on the level of knowledge and attitudes of young women in preventing pruritus vulvae. The result showed that lecture methods and peer group discussions can be used us a means of health education to change health behavior for the better and can improve the hygiene of young women during menstruation in preventing pruritus vulvae.

This study analyzes how socioeconomic inequality affects access to justice, focusing on the effectiveness of legal aid systems in various countries. By comparing government-funded and NGO-supported legal aid programs, the article examines the barriers faced by marginalized communities in obtaining legal representation and fair trials. Results suggest that improving access to legal aid is crucial for reducing disparities in the legal system and promoting equitable justice.

This study explores the role of digital literacy in promoting social inclusion within marginalized communities. By investigating access to technology, digital education programs, and online social networks, the research assesses how digital skills can improve participation in social, economic, and political spheres. Findings indicate that digital literacy significantly enhances opportunities for social inclusion, though challenges such as access and affordability remain significant barriers.