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The digital era has brought significant changes in the way humans access, store, and share information. Amidst these technological advances, major challenges have emerged to the protection of individual privacy rights. Personal information is increasingly easy to collect and process by various parties, both by state institutions, technology companies, and individual users. On the other hand, the need for freedom of information is also increasing, especially in the context of transparency, public participation, and data openness. The balance between cybersecurity and freedom of information is a crucial issue that must be addressed comprehensively. This paper aims to examine the protection of privacy rights in the digital era by highlighting the tension between data security efforts and demands for information openness. The method used is a literature study with a qualitative approach. The results of the study show that privacy protection requires clear regulations, such as the Personal Data Protection Law in Indonesia, as well as public awareness in protecting personal data. On the other hand, freedom of information must still be maintained so that it is not misused to violate individual rights. Therefore, a balanced approach is needed between regulation, education, and technology to create a digital space that is safe, fair, and respects human rights.  

Technological advances have brought about major changes in the world of media communication, influencing the way we interact, obtain information, and share content. The internet has become the main pillar of today's communication revolution. With easier and faster internet access, information can now be disseminated in real time to all corners of the world. The emergence of broadband technology, 5G networks, and satellite-based internet has further enhanced accessibility, even in areas that were previously difficult to reach. The rise of Instagram has provided an opportunity for environmental conservation communities to continue their advocacy efforts, and this has become a tangible example of the development of Digital Communication. The research conducted focuses on the use of hashtags in campaign types on Instagram. This research method employs a qualitative descriptive approach and a simple experiment using the tools slice.id. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, and document studies from previous research conducted by the researchers and other researchers relevant to the study. The Ciliwung Depok Community is a community that plays a significant role in raising public awareness about the importance of preserving river ecosystems. The Ciliwung Depok Community is not involved in any political agenda; it is an independent NGO established to address concerns about the increasing transformation of the Ciliwung River from a source of life into a source of problems.

The 2025 Thematic Community Service Program (KKN-T) of Group R2 from Janabadra University Yogyakarta was carried out in Kemusuh Hamlet, Banyurejo Village, Tempel Sub-district, Sleman Regency. The main objective of this program was to develop the potential and enhance the capabilities of the local community in managing Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), particularly in response to the economic impacts of the ongoing construction of the Yogyakarta–Bawen toll road near the area. Through a participatory approach and methods such as field observation, needs analysis, and solution implementation, the students aimed to empower the community to adapt to future economic changes. Key programs included training in financial management, digital wallet creation, product and packaging design, and the use of Google Maps for business promotion. The results showed improvements in awareness, skills, and readiness of the community to manage their businesses independently and remain competitive in the digital era.

Academic advisors play a strategic role in supporting students' academic success and personal development. Unfortunately, this role has not been fully optimized due to limited communication tools, restricted meeting times, and the absence of an integrated mentoring system. Through this Community Service Program, efforts were made to enhance the role of academic advisors by utilizing Microsoft Teams as a medium for communication and academic counseling. The program focused on first-semester students from a study program at Politeknik Negeri Batam. All activities were conducted online, including the identification of student needs, mapping of academic and non-academic problems, as well as the implementation of mentoring sessions and follow-up actions. The results show that the use of Microsoft Teams improved the quality of interaction between academic advisors and students, strengthened students' self-confidence and independence, and fostered local leadership among them. In addition, there was a positive shift in communication patterns and a collective awareness of the importance of academic support networks. These findings indicate that a digital approach to academic mentoring is an effective, flexible, and sustainable strategy for building an active and supportive learning community.

The development of digital technology has driven substantial transformation in communication patterns and access to information, especially among the younger generation. However, the relatively low level of digital literacy is still a problem that requires strategic handling. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of using motion graphics a social campaign medium in increasing awareness of digital literacy among the younger generation. research methodology applied uses a quantitative approach, utilizing interview, analysis, and survey techniques. Research respondents were exposed to the campaign through motion graphic media, and their level of understanding was measured through a comparative evaluation between conditions before and after the intervention. results the study show that the use of motion graphics as a social campaign medium significantly increases the understanding and awareness of the younger generation towards digital literacy. Attractive visualization factors, concise message delivery, and a combination of audio and animation elements have been shown to strengthen the appeal and effectiveness of the campaign. These findings indicate motion graphics can be an effective communication strategy in conveying social messages, especially in digital literacy issues. Therefore, motion graphic based social campaigns can be optimized as educational tools for the younger generation in facing challenges digital era. 

The advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) technology and social media has significantly influenced the dynamics of societal life, including women. Social media offers a space for the empowerment of women, but at the same time, it also presents various risks such as privacy violations, digital violence, and misuse of personal data. This community service activity aims to strengthen digital literacy among women, particularly in raising awareness of digital risks, protecting digital rights, and promoting safe and responsible social media use. The implementation methods of the activities include outreach in the form of workshops, discussion forums, and case simulations. The results of the activities indicate that there has been an increase in participants' knowledge about privacy in the digital world, forms of gender-based violence in the online realm, and strategies for preventing digital risks. This program is expected to serve as a model for empowering women through the enhancement of digital literacy in responding to the challenges of an increasingly digitalized era.

This study aims to measure the effectiveness of packaging label design and promotional media (brochures) in increasing brand awareness of the WOW SUKE kefir milk and ice cream products. The method used is a Brand Lift Study, conducted through surveys with 53 respondents before and after exposure to the promotional materials. The results show a significant increase in brand awareness, from 21.1% before exposure to 49.1% after, indicating a growth of 132.7%. The brand recall rate reached 98.1%, meaning the majority of respondents immediately recalled the WOW SUKE brand when thinking of kefir milk. However, brand recognition was only 49.1%, with 50.9% of respondents still unfamiliar with or uncertain about the brand's existence. Visual design elements—such as colors, imagery, and information layout—were rated very positively by most respondents, suggesting that clear and attractive visual communication can effectively enhance brand perception. In conclusion, the study demonstrates that well-crafted packaging and promotional materials significantly improve brand awareness. Nevertheless, further improvements in communication strategy and promotional distribution, particularly through digital channels, are necessary to broaden audience reach and strengthen brand recognition.

This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of social media as a means of promoting investment services at PT Victory International Futures, a futures brokerage company operating in Indonesia. In the digital era marked by the development of information and communication technology, social media has become a strategic marketing tool to increase visibility, attract investor interest, and build relationships with customers. This study uses a literature study approach to review various literature related to digital marketing strategies, the role of social media in promotion, and the dynamics of the futures brokerage industry. This study found that social media, such as Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn, have a significant role in increasing brand awareness, expanding market reach, and influencing investment decisions. However, its effectiveness depends on relevant content strategies, consistent interactions, and a deep understanding of target audience behavior. This study also identifies challenges such as intense competition in the digital space and the need to comply with financial marketing regulations. The conclusion of this study confirms that targeted and measurable use of social media can improve a company's image and the effectiveness of investment service promotion, with recommendations to optimize digital content and analytics strategies.

This Community Service Program (PKM) was implemented in response to the high usage of social media among students, particularly Instagram, which often becomes a platform for cyberbullying. This phenomenon becomes increasingly complex when students come from diverse cultural backgrounds. Comments or posts considered normal in one culture may be perceived as offensive in another. A lack of cultural sensitivity often triggers digital conflict and bullying, which can negatively impact students' mental health. This PKM aims to improve students’ understanding of the dangers of cyberbullying and the importance of cross-cultural communication ethics. The program began with a pre-test to assess participants' initial knowledge, followed by an interactive seminar discussing the concepts of cyberbullying, digital ethics, and real-life case studies. Students then engaged in group discussions and simulations, where they analyzed problematic digital content and formulated empathetic, constructive responses. At the end of the activity, a post-test was conducted to evaluate the program’s effectiveness. The results showed a significant improvement in students’ awareness and attitudes. This program successfully encouraged students to be more thoughtful and responsible in their online interactions and to become change agents in creating a safer, more inclusive digital environment. The outcomes of this program include a scholarly publication, an educational video disseminated on social media, and quantitative data showing an increase in participants’ knowledge. Overall, this initiative contributes to strengthening multicultural digital literacy among today’s youth.

This Community Service Program (PKM) was implemented in response to the high usage of social media among students, particularly Instagram, which often becomes a platform for cyberbullying. This phenomenon becomes increasingly complex when students come from diverse cultural backgrounds. Comments or posts considered normal in one culture may be perceived as offensive in another. A lack of cultural sensitivity often triggers digital conflict and bullying, which can negatively impact students' mental health. This PKM aims to improve students’ understanding of the dangers of cyberbullying and the importance of cross-cultural communication ethics. The program began with a pre-test to assess participants' initial knowledge, followed by an interactive seminar discussing the concepts of cyberbullying, digital ethics, and real-life case studies. Students then engaged in group discussions and simulations, where they analyzed problematic digital content and formulated empathetic, constructive responses. At the end of the activity, a post-test was conducted to evaluate the program’s effectiveness. The results showed a significant improvement in students’ awareness and attitudes. This program successfully encouraged students to be more thoughtful and responsible in their online interactions and to become change agents in creating a safer, more inclusive digital environment. The outcomes of this program include a scholarly publication, an educational video disseminated on social media, and quantitative data showing an increase in participants’ knowledge. Overall, this initiative contributes to strengthening multicultural digital literacy among today’s youth.

The use of WiFi networks at home has become an essential need in the digital era, but many people still do not understand how to use it optimally and safely. This socialization activity aims to improve digital literacy, especially in managing household WiFi networks, for teenagers who are members of youth organizations in Darmakradenan Village, Karangpucung. The methods   used include presentations, interactive discussions, and distribution of educational modules. The results of the activity showed an increase in participants' understanding of basic network security steps, signal management, and awareness of their role as information technology agents. This activity is expected to contribute to creating a safer and more productive digital ecosystem at the community level.

The rapid use of the internet in public spaces increases the need for free connectivity, such as public Wi-Fi. However, the low digital literacy of the community makes them vulnerable to various cyber attacks such as data theft, malware distribution, and man-in-the-middle attacks. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of socialization activities as a means of increasing awareness of network security in rural communities. The activities were carried out in Darmakradenan Village, Grumbul Karangpucung using a participatory method based on direct education. The results showed an increase in public understanding of public network threats and preventive measures such as the use of VPNs and network security verification. This study shows that community-based socialization is effective in building a safe and wise digital culture at the local level.

The rapid technological development in the Society 5.0 era has brought about a transformation in digital political participation in Indonesia as well as changes in student political participation patterns. Students, as a young intellectual group, have their own unique ways of using social media for political participation. The purpose of this research is to understand the role of social media in student political participation in the Society 5.0 era. This study employs a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. In the data collection process, this research uses interview and documentation techniques involving 15 students who are engaged in intracampus organizations and students who actively use social media. To test data validity, this study uses a credibility test through source triangulation. The research findings show that Instagram and TikTok social media platforms are widely used for accessing political information. These social media platforms play an important role in shaping students' political awareness. In the Society 5.0 era, forms of student political participation through social media include engagement in online discussions, sharing political posts, and promoting hashtags related to political issues. The challenges of digital political participation include the prevalence of hoax news, buzzers, low literacy levels, and political polarization or conflicting viewpoints that become obstacles in utilizing social media as a space for student political participation.

Social media has become a strategic space in the digital advertisin landscape including for illegal promotions such as online gambling. This study discusses covert advertising practices by entertainment accounts on Instagram that subtly promote gambling websites through watermarks, without disclosing that the content is sponsored. such practices are considered unethical and misleading, particularly for young audiences. this research uses a qualitative descriptive approach through literature review and content observation. the findings reveal that the lack of oversight and ethical awareness among content creators opens opportunities for misuse of social media as a platform for prohibited promotions. additionally, the absence of advertising labels makes it difficult for audiences to distinguish between entertainment and promotion. this study highlights the need for ethical advertising education among content creators, along with stricter regulations and monitoring by relevant authorities. by doing so, unethical and illegal advertising practices can be prevented, protecting the broader public, especially the younger generation, who are highly active on social media.

The political transformation in post-New Order Indonesia has opened up space for public participation and press freedom in democratic life. In this context, mass media and social media play an important role in shaping people's political awareness. They also influence political behavior. This research aims to analyze the contribution of print and digital media in delivering political messages. The media also plays a role in building public opinion and shaping the political image of certain actors. This research examines various political communication literature and theories as well as the involvement of actors such as politicians, media professionals, and activists with a qualitative method through a literature study approach. The research proves that the media has the ability to shape socio-political reality through agenda-setting mechanisms in addition to being a means of disseminating information. Social media is now an effective campaign tool as well, with a significant influence on people's political attitudes, depending on the credibility of the political communicator, the background of the audience, and the quality of the message. That the media is a strategic instrument in modern political communication and helps determine the direction of democratic dynamics in Indonesia has been confirmed by these findings.

This study applies a qualitative descriptive method with the aim of describing and analyzing the issues found. This qualitative approach is based on the collection of primary and secondary data. Primary data in this study were obtained through observation, interviews, and documentation, while secondary data were obtained through books, previous research, and articles relevant to this study. The data source in this study is interview transcripts obtained from a number of respondents called research informants. These informants were selected based on a certain method because their abilities or positions were considered able to describe the problems that would be the object of research. The informants of this study numbered four people consisting of one big order admin employee, two community event SPVs and one community event employee. The main objective of this study is to understand the application of digital literacy at PT XYZ, including the challenges faced in implementing digital literacy in daily work. Awareness of the importance of digital literacy has grown among employees, but its implementation is not evenly distributed. Recommended strategies to improve digital literacy include regular training, use of digital learning media, formation of internal learning communities, and improvement of technological facilities. Implementation of this strategy is important to support effective and efficient digital transformation in the PT XYZ administrative work environment.    

The development of digital technology has brought major changes in the behavior of the millennial and Z generations, including in the religious aspect. This article examines the strategy of internalizing prayer etiquette in the digital era as part of moral education. This study uses a qualitative approach through a literature study of literature on prayer etiquette, the character of the digital generation, and appropriate learning methods. The results of the study indicate that internalization of prayer etiquette among the digital generation must be carried out wisely through the use of digital media, strengthening the role of families and educational institutions, and integrating spiritual values ​​into everyday life. Education on prayer etiquette not only teaches the procedures for worship, but also forms character, such as awareness, solemnity, and discipline. Therefore, a contextual and creative approach is needed so that prayer values ​​can be embedded in the lives of the millennial and Z generations.

Social media has become a significant new space for the formation and expression of gender identity, particularly among adolescents and university students. This study aims to examine how students at the State Islamic University of North Sumatra (UINSU) perceive gender identity and express it through social media. Using a descriptive qualitative approach and case study method, data were collected through in-depth interviews with four students from diverse backgrounds. The findings indicate that social media provides a flexible and relatively safe space for students to express their gender identities, both explicitly and implicitly. Factors such as social environment support, self-awareness, and control over digital interactions play a crucial role in shaping their comfort in self-expression. This study highlights the importance of digital literacy and supportive social environments in accompanying the process of gender identity formation in the digital age.

This community outreach program was initiated to foster foundational knowledge of computer networking among students in the Visual Communication Design (VCD) department at SMK Diponegoro 3 Kedungbanteng. Key topics included basic networking concepts, types and topologies of networks, hardware components, and their significance in creative fields. The implementation involved interactive learning through lectures, hardware demonstrations, and open discussions. A total of 46 students engaged in the sessions. The outcomes indicated increased engagement and awareness of interdisciplinary digital literacy, emphasizing the value of basic technology comprehension in collaborative design workflows.

This community outreach program was initiated to foster foundational knowledge of computer networking among students in the Visual Communication Design (VCD) department at SMK Diponegoro 3 Kedungbanteng. Key topics included basic networking concepts, types and topologies of networks, hardware components, and their significance in creative fields. The implementation involved interactive learning through lectures, hardware demonstrations, and open discussions. A total of 46 students engaged in the sessions. The outcomes indicated increased engagement and awareness of interdisciplinary digital literacy, emphasizing the value of basic technology comprehension in collaborative design workflows.