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Regional Head Elections (Pilkada) are crucial for upholding popular sovereignty and realizing democracy. This research aimed to examine the level of political participation among voters with disabilities and the factors contributing to their low engagement in the 2024 Pilkada in Baregbeg District. The research method used was qualitative with a descriptive approach, involving field studies, literature reviews, and data analysis. The results showed that while the 2024 Pilkada in Baregbeg District, Ciamis Regency, was successfully executed, the participation of voters with disabilities was very low, at only 29.93% of the 294 registered voters. This low participation was caused by external micro factors such as non-inclusive socialization (lack of assistive tools), suboptimal voter education, budget limitations, ineffective 'jemput bola' mechanisms, insufficient family support, unfriendly polling station locations, and minimal initiatives from stakeholders and disability organizations. Additionally, internal macro factors of disabled individuals also played a role, including communication limitations (for those with hearing, visual, speech, and intellectual impairments), differences in information access and mobility, varying levels of understanding, low organizational awareness, and limited scope of movement and social interaction. The socialization efforts already undertaken have not been able to significantly increase participation, indicating the need for a more comprehensive and inclusive approach.

Coping ability is the ability to cope with pressure and problems. there are several types of coping strategies, including passive and active coping. The purpose of this study is to see how social cognitive theory can be applied in guidance and counseling practice to improve adolescents' ability to handle stress. To find the application of the theory in guidance and counseling, relevant literature has been collected and analyzed using the literature review method. Results show that the principles of Cognitive Social Theory, which include strong social support, the use of active coping strategies, and parental involvement, contribute positively to the development of adolescents' coping skills. The results showed that adolescents who participated in a TSC-based guidance and counseling program showed better emotional resilience and self-efficacy. It was found that strengthening coping skills requires support from peers and family. To ensure that the intervention meets the needs of adolescents, ongoing evaluation is also needed. This study points out some issues when implementing a TSC-based guidance program, such as obtaining adequate training for counselors and ensuring that resources are available. It is expected that adolescents will be able to gain better skills to handle diverse situations and improve their emotional resilience by implementing an effective theory-based approach. Further research is needed, especially to improve adolescents' adaptability in today's increasingly complex environment.  

Children are the next generation and the hope for the nation's future. However, not all children have the opportunity to grow up in a complete and supportive family environment. The Menara Kasih Indonesia Orphanage Foundation serves as a social solution for children who have lost their parents or are in a state of neglect. This research aims to examine how the background, social services, and caregiving patterns are implemented in this orphanage. The methods used were literature study, descriptive qualitative with observation, and direct interviews with the orphanage administrators and one of the children from the orphanage. The research results show that this orphanage applies a warm and supportive familial parenting style, where the staff actively play the role not only as parental substitutes but also as companions in the children's learning process. The caretakers help the children with their schoolwork and provide emotional support. However, in terms of funding and facilities, the Menara Kasih Indonesia Orphanage Foundation still has limitations.

This study conducted to explore residents' perceptions of 5s culture (Seiri, Seiton, Seiso, Seiketsu, Shitsukei) in recycling waste utilization activities in the Family Empowerment and Welfare Group (PKK) RW 02 Manyaran Village, Semarang. This activity was executed in order to introduce 5S working principle originating from Japan, which can help create a more organized, efficient, and hygienic work environment. By using the 5s approach, PKK members are expected to manage organic waste more effectively, reduce waste entering landfills, and support the establishment of a hygienic and visual spelling setting. Method used was a descriptive qualitative approach, with interviews  with 13 PKK members of RW 02 Manyaran Semarang. The results demonstrated a positive impact, especially in the aspects of Seiri, Seiso, and Shitsukei. Residents have understood the importance of sorting, maintaining cleanliness, and discipline in waste recycling activities. However, Seiton and Seiketsu aspects remain suboptimal due to inadequate  facilities and the absence of written procedures.

This study aims to determine the extent to which the social environment influences the tendency of students' career choices. The approach used is quantitative, with the analysis method in the form of multiple linear regression. A total of 150 active students from Nurul Huda University, East OKU acted as respondents in this study. Data collection was carried out through the distribution of closed questionnaires designed with a Likert scale, covering several main indicators such as the influence of family, friendship environment, and the role of educational institutions. The results of the analysis showed that the three aspects of the social environment had a significant influence on students' career preferences, with the influence of family factors as the most dominant. The conclusion of this study states that students' career choices are not only influenced by internal motivation, but also determined by the social environment in which they interact. Therefore, active involvement from family, educational institutions, and the surrounding environment is very important in supporting students' career direction optimally.

Sayyidah Khadijah bint Khuwailid was a very influential figure in Islamic history, recognized as the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad SAW and the first woman to accept Islam. She was an intelligent person, had a far-sighted vision, came from a family with good financial conditions, and was known for her integrity and high morality. The purpose of this research is to explore the leadership principles and entrepreneurial qualities exhibited by Sayyidah Khadijah bint Khuwailid, an influential woman in Islamic history, who was characterized by her intelligence, her support for the mission of the Prophet Muhammad SAW, and her implementation of ethical business practices. This study uses a qualitative approach through literature analysis, which investigates various sources from classical to modern texts. The findings show that Sayyidah Khadijah developed a visionary and strategic leadership style, seen in her ability to manage her business and choose the right partners. She also implemented solid Islamic business principles, known as "ath-thahirah", thanks to her integrity and honesty. In addition, her values of generosity and social concern are very striking, seen from the use of her wealth to help society and support the struggle of Islam.  

Poverty is a multidimensional problem that is not only related to economic aspects, but also social, cultural, and political, which affects the welfare of poor families. The Family Hope Program (PKH) in Makassar City is designed as a conditional social assistance program that aims to improve the welfare of poor families through the provision of financial assistance and increased access to basic services. This study aims to explore the role of social companions in building trust, factors that affect the participation of poor families, and obstacles in the implementation of PKH. The method used was descriptive qualitative with subjects of 10 beneficiary families and 3 social companions, data was collected through semi-structured interviews and participatory observations, then analyzed thematically using an inductive approach. The results of the study show that social companions play a crucial role as communication mediators who build trust through an empathetic and familial approach, which strengthens the sense of belonging to the program. Family participation is influenced by social capital, local cultural norms, education levels, as well as bureaucratic constraints and access to services. Barriers such as social stigma, complicated bureaucracy, and limited companion training hinder the effectiveness of the program. Habermas's theory of communicative action and Durkheim's social solidarity support the finding that open dialogue and harmonious relationships between companions and families are key to successful social empowerment. It was concluded that strengthening the capacity of companions, simplifying bureaucracy, and increasing participatory dialogue spaces are needed to increase the effectiveness and sustainability of PKH in Makassar.

Academic stress is a psychological condition commonly experienced by high school students in response to demanding academic expectations. This study aims to analyze the relationship between social support and academic stress among students at SMA Nurul Ihsan in Palangka Raya. Utilizing a quantitative correlational approach, data were collected from 20 students using a four-point Likert scale questionnaire covering variables of social support and academic stress. Descriptive statistical analysis showed that the average score for social support was 30.25, while the average score for academic stress was 24.80. Pearson correlation analysis indicated a moderate negative relationship (r = -0.425; p < 0.05), suggesting that higher levels of perceived social support are associated with lower levels of academic stress. Peer support was identified as the primary source of social support, whereas support from family and teachers was found to be less optimal. These findings highlight the importance of strengthening effective and responsive social support systems to promote students’ psychological well-being in facing academic pressure.

This study aims to describe the moral development of elementary school-aged children through a qualitative approach based on observation. Two fifth-grade students were observed to identify differences in moral characteristics and the influence of social interaction on the formation of moral values. The study also examines the teacher’s role as a facilitator of moral growth, support strategies for students with difficulties, the relationship between moral development and cognitive ability, and the role of parents. Findings reveal that children's moral development is significantly influenced by contextual, relational, and reflective learning approaches. Personalized support from teachers and collaboration with parents positively contribute to students’ moral maturity. The study recommends integrating moral values into the curriculum, training for teachers, and strengthening school–family cooperation.

Education plays a crucial role in shaping superior human resources, where learning motivation is the main factor in students' academic achievement. One of the external factors that contribute to learning motivation is family social support. This study aims to analyze the effect of family social support on the learning motivation of grade IX students at SMPN 5 Tangerang. A quantitative approach was used in this study with a survey method by distributing questionnaires to randomly selected respondents. The data obtained were analyzed using simple linear regression to test the relationship between the independent variables, namely family social support, and the dependent variable, namely student learning motivation. The results showed that there was a positive and significant relationship between family social support and student learning motivation. The most dominant forms of support in increasing learning motivation include emotional, financial, instrumental, and reward support. The implications of this study emphasize the importance of family involvement in the education process in order to increase student learning motivation. With optimal support from the family, students are expected to have a higher enthusiasm for learning and achieve better academic achievement.

Marriage is a sacred bond recognized by religion and the state. In the context of religion, marriage has a very important role in the life of a Muslim, including the Spiritual Foundation and Worship, Maintaining Pious and Pious Offspring. Marriage in Islam also aims to produce pious and pious offspring. Religion provides guidance on how to educate children with good religious and moral values. In the context of positive law, the state gives authority to the validity or invalidity of a marriage to each religion.Communication in the family is the process of exchanging information, feelings. Communication in the family is the process of exchanging information, feelings, and ideas between family members to create harmonious relationships, mutual understanding, and support each other. The Importance of Communication in the Family is very useful for avoiding conflict in the household. The importance of communication in the family is as follows: Building Harmonious Relationships Good communication strengthens the bonds between family members, creating an atmosphere full of love and mutual understanding.

Marriage is a social institution that plays an important role in human life. Marriage is not just a union of two individuals, but also a long-term commitment that involves emotional, psychological, social, and spiritual aspects. In marriage, husband and wife are expected to build a harmonious, mutually supportive, and loving life together. However, in reality, not all marriages run smoothly without obstacles. Many couples experience various challenges, such as personality differences, communication problems, economic disparities, conflicts in childcare, to disputes regarding values ​​and life principles. If not handled properly, conflict in marriage can cause disharmony, stress, and even divorce. Family counseling is present as one solution to help couples understand and overcome various problems that arise in marriage. Family counseling aims to provide a deeper understanding of the nature of marriage, teach conflict resolution strategies, and help couples build healthier and more harmonious relationships. In family counseling, couples are taught how to communicate better, understand each other's emotional needs, and find fair and wise solutions to resolve existing differences. In addition, counseling also helps couples to increase mutual trust, strengthen commitment, and create a family environment full of support and love.

This study aims to analyze the role of parents in shaping the discipline of elementary school students. Discipline is a crucial aspect in supporting academic success and character development from an early age. This research employs a qualitative descriptive approach. The subjects consist of parents, classroom teachers, and the principal at a public elementary school. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation. The findings indicate that parents play a significant role in fostering discipline through modeling behavior, establishing routines at home, supervision, and effective communication with the school. Supporting factors include active parental involvement and awareness of the importance of character education, while obstacles include parents’ busy schedules and lack of understanding of appropriate parenting styles. This study emphasizes the importance of collaboration between school and family in sustaining students’ disciplined behavior.

Post-stroke condition is a neurological dysfunction condition that has an impact on changes and decline in body condition for a fairly long period of time. The need for support during recovery and rehabilitation by the family is very much needed by post-stroke patients in managing themselves to optimize their well-being and quality of life. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between family support and self-care management in post-stroke patients. The design of this study was correlational using a cross-sectional approach. A population of 23 respondents with purposive sampling obtained 21 samples. The measuring instrument used was a questionnaire and data analysis using the Spearman rank test. The results of the study showed that almost half of the respondents (47.8%) had good family support, and almost half of the respondents (47.8%) had good self-care management. The results of the statistical test from the Spearman's rho test showed a P value of 0.0001 <α 0.05, so it can be concluded that there is a positive (unidirectional) and very strong relationship (r = 0.870) meaning that the better the family support provided by the family, the stronger the self-care management in post-stroke patients. Family support is a health component that influences a person to improve their health status and quality of life.

This study aims to describe the role of Dompet Dhuafa Cirebon as a non-profit organization in developing Islamic philanthropy in the local area. Using a descriptive qualitative approach and case study, data were obtained through documentation from various sources such as official websites, activity reports, and news articles. The results of the study show that Dompet Dhuafa Cirebon runs various strategic programs such as Kampung Ternak, Tani Padu, Wakaf Sumur, Sewing Training for Dhuafa Widows, and Family-Friendly Homecoming Posts. These programs do not only focus on direct assistance, but also on empowering the community's economy and increasing social awareness. The philanthropic activities carried out reflect Islamic values ​​in helping others and utilizing digital technology to expand the reach of services. This study shows that the existence of philanthropic institutions such as Dompet Dhuafa has an important role in supporting community welfare and strengthening social solidarity based on Islamic values.

According to Article 2 paragraph (1) of Law Number 1 of 1974 concerning Marriage, a marriage is considered valid if it is conducted according to the laws of the respective religion and beliefs. Marriage is not merely a physical union but also an emotional bond, and fundamentally follows the principle of monogamy. In the legal framework of marriage, state protection—particularly for wives and future children—can only be guaranteed if the marriage is consciously conducted in accordance with Law Number 1 of 1974, which includes the requirement that the marriage be officially registered under applicable laws and regulations.If a marriage is not registered, the state cannot provide legal protection concerning marital status, joint property, inheritance, and other rights arising from the marriage. To establish a wife’s rights, it must first be proven that a legal marriage exists between her and her husband. One legal consequence of an unregistered marriage is that neither the wife nor any children from the marriage have the right to claim support or inheritance from the husband. Islamic inheritance laws allocate shares specifically to blood relatives.Unregistered marriages—often called sirri, kiyai, or syar’i marriages—are conducted according to religious rules or customs but are not registered with the Marriage Registrar. In Chinese customary law, property acquired during marriage is influenced by a patrilineal kinship system, where the wife’s status is governed by the husband’s family law. Generally, the husband, as head of the household, controls all marital property and has absolute rights to use it without needing the wife’s consent, including in transferring joint property.

The family is an essential unit consisting of two or more individuals living together due to ties of blood, marriage, or adoption, and it plays a significant role in supporting the health of its members, including those with diabetes mellitus, which can be hereditary. One of the serious complications that often arise in diabetes mellitus patients is diabetic ulcers, which can be prevented through proper foot care practices. In this context, the family has an important role in helping prevent foot injuries by providing support through foot care education. This study aims to describe the implementation of foot care education using audiovisual media as a means to improve the knowledge of diabetes mellitus patients in the working area of Sekaran Public Health Center, Semarang. The research method applied was a case study with a descriptive approach, in which an intervention was carried out through pre-test and post-test assessments related to foot care education using audiovisual media over five days, with the research instrument being the Diabetic Foot Knowledge Scale (DFKS) questionnaire. The results showed an increase in patient knowledge after the intervention, where in subject I the pre-test score was 8 (fair), which increased to 12 (good) in the post-test, while in subject II the pre-test score of 9 (fair) increased to 13 (good) in the post-test. These findings confirm that audiovisual-based foot care education is effective in enhancing the knowledge of diabetes mellitus patients regarding foot care. Based on the results, it is recommended that both patients and their families consistently apply foot care education in their daily activities, and health workers at Sekaran Public Health Center are encouraged to utilize audiovisual education methods as a strategy to improve patients’ knowledge and foot care practices, thereby preventing further complications in diabetes mellitus patients.

This study aims to analyze the availability of data centers and regional promotion needs in supporting e-government implementation through the Family Information System Application (SIGA) at BKKBN Gorontalo Province. It also assesses how SIGA and its integrated dialog features contribute to public services. The findings indicate that data input in SIGA has reached 100%, covering family planning services, field supervision, and families at risk of stunting, both in monthly and annual reports. However, this completeness does not fully reflect field realities, particularly regarding youth groups outside formal education who remain underdocumented. Despite this, SIGA data has become a reference for regional health information policy development. Overall, SIGA has improved public service efficiency through fast, accurate, and timely data delivery. Yet, the system remains limited in providing interactive, two-way communication between government and citizens. This study recommends enhancing SIGA’s dialog function and engaging underrepresented community groups to support inclusive and responsive public services.

Cerebral palsy (CP) is a permanent, non-progressive motor disorder that occurs due to brain damage experienced before, during, or after birth. This condition is generally characterized by activity limitations and can be accompanied by various other disorders, such as delayed cognitive development, visual impairment, speech disorders, and neuromuscular disorders. Management of cerebral palsy is usually multidisciplinary, including physiotherapy, behavioral therapy, speech therapy, nutritional management, pharmacotherapy, and surgical intervention, with the aim of improving the patient's quality of life. This case report discusses a male patient, An. AZ, aged 4 years and 6 months, who was brought by his parents to the Emergency Department of Cut Meutia General Hospital, North Aceh with the chief complaint of seizures that had occurred two days before admission and had worsened in the past day. The patient had been diagnosed with cerebral palsy since early childhood and regularly underwent physiotherapy. From the anamnesis, it was revealed that the patient experienced weakness on the left side of the body, which was more dominant than the right side. This condition is consistent with the manifestation of hemiplegia in cerebral palsy patients. Physical examination revealed delayed motor development, increased muscle tone on the left side, and enhanced pathological reflexes. Acute seizure management included administering anticonvulsant medication according to protocol, monitoring vital signs, and close observation in the inpatient ward. In addition to pharmacological therapy, the patient was advised to continue regular physiotherapy to maintain motor function, prevent contractures, and support the development of daily activities. This case emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive approach to the management of cerebral palsy, particularly when complicated by seizures. Integration of acute medical care, rehabilitative therapy, and family support plays a crucial role in improving the patient's quality of life.

This activity aims to raise awareness and understanding among PKK mothers in Padang Cermin Village, Langkat Regency, regarding the importance of mental health. Mental health issues are often overlooked, especially in rural areas where access to information and support services is limited, and where social stigma against mental disorders persists. Lack of knowledge about the early signs of mental health disorders can cause preventable problems to develop into more serious conditions. Through this outreach activity, participants were introduced to the basic concepts of mental health, the factors that influence it, the early signs of mental disorders such as prolonged stress, anxiety, and depression, and simple steps that can be taken to maintain mental health within the family environment. Methods used included interactive material delivery, educational videos, group discussions, and question-and-answer sessions, allowing participants to understand the material more deeply and relate it to their personal experiences. Additionally, practical tips were provided, such as breathing relaxation techniques, establishing positive communication within the family, time management, and the importance of social support among community members. This approach is expected to empower mothers, as central figures in the family, to recognize, prevent, and address mental health issues early on. The results of the activity showed a very positive response. Participants demonstrated high enthusiasm, openness in sharing experiences, and a greater awareness of the importance of maintaining mental health. Many participants acknowledged that they previously lacked understanding of the importance of mental health care and tended to ignore early symptoms. This activity demonstrated the strategic role of community-based mental health education in preventative efforts to create healthier, more harmonious, and more resilient families. Going forward, follow-up efforts in the form of regular mentoring programs, dissemination of advanced educational materials, and collaboration with relevant parties are needed to ensure continued understanding and support for mental health issues in rural communities.