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Community Empowerment Institutions are village government development partners to create prosperity for village communities. This task is stated in the Minister of Home Affairs Regulation Number 18 of 2018 concerning Village Community Institutions and Village Traditional Institutions, Article 7 Paragraph 5. However, what has happened is that the implementation of this policy has not been carried out well, as evidenced by the phenomenon of the community not understanding the duties of Community Empowerment Institutions which ultimately results in misappropriation of duties that are not in accordance with the guidelines. The aim of this research is to determine the implementation of Minister of Home Affairs Regulation Number 18 of 2018 Article 7 Paragraph 5. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method by collecting data through interviews and documentation. Determining informants used snowball sampling with five informants and data analysis using the Miles & Huberman model. This research resulted in the non-implementation of Minister of Home Affairs Regulation Number 18 of 2018 regarding the duties of Community Empowerment Institutions, as evidenced by the implementer's understanding of policies, quality of human resources, socio-economic and political conditions, communication and coordination, institutional characteristics, and non-compliance of Minister of Home Affairs Regulations with Regional Regulations.

Community empowerment is aimed at people or groups who are vulnerable and weak so that they have the ability to fulfill basic needs, reach productive sources, and participate in development. Community empowerment is one of the factors that determines the economic development of a region. One of the national development targets is to reduce social disparities in society and increase the rate of economic growth. This research aims to determine the effectiveness of the Community Empowerment Program through Home Industry Businesses. This type of research is field research and is descriptive. Data collection methods include primary data and secondary data. The results of the research explain that efforts to empower the Baubau city community are carried out by disseminating educational activities and training that can increase insight and interest in entrepreneurship. Apart from that, the local government also distributes capital assistance to people who need capital through creative economic activities to carry out development of the MSME sector.

Beseran village is a village located inland, and faces the risk of natural disasters such as floods, landslides and strong winds. According to data from the Magelang Regency Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD), in 2023 there will be several natural disasters, and the biggest contributor will be landslides with a percentage of 90%. This study aims to analyze the strategies implemented to encourage active community involvement in disaster mitigation efforts. Empowerment strategies include education about disaster mitigation, preparedness training, forming disaster response groups, and developing community emergency plans. The importance of a comprehensive approach that accommodates local knowledge, specific community needs, and existing capacity is identified as a key factor in the success of empowerment programs. The methods implemented in Real Work Lecture (KKN) activities in Beseran Village in this research are observation of regional conditions, observation of activities, and preparation of work programs. The efforts made were holding a disaster mitigation socialization event which invited resource persons from the Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) of Magelang Regency. Thus, this program is important to help the government and related communities in designing more effective and inclusive disaster mitigation programs, as well as contributing to building community resilience to natural disasters in the future.

Cervical cancer is a disease that can be detected early in various ways, one of which is screening. Based on its effectiveness, detection that can be done is by means of pap smears and IVA tests. The IVA test is an initial action to detect changes in abnormal cervical cells and can be carried out in all types of health services, including community health centers. Here partners are not yet motivated to carry out screening. So it is necessary to provide education about early detection screening for cervical cancer.

Village fund allocations are funds sourced from the APBN for villages which are transferred through the district/city APBD which are used to finance government administration, implementation of development and community empowerment. This research aims to determine the management of village fund allocations in efforts to empower and welfare the community in Perk. Pulahan village based on Government Regulation No.6, 2014. The data analysis technique used in this research is descriptive using qualitative analysis methods. The results of this research show that overall village fund management has been carried out well, but the lack of community participation in this matter means that management is not optimal. Communities are needed to build villages together, because communities have a huge influence on the success of development and the growth of quality communities.

The tourism sector in Simalungun Regency has enormous potential to grow, and the empowerment of MSMEs in this sector will not only contribute to the local economy but also encourage sustainable tourism practices. The purpose of this community service activity is to socialize the empowerment of tourism sector MSMEs in Simalungun Regency. The socialization method used was lecture and response with the participants of this activity being MSMEs around Paris Beach, Nagori Tiga Ras, Simalungun Regency. The results of this Community Service activity are first, the development of Tourism MSME businesses or tourist attractions in improving the welfare of the community and MSMEs must begin to be developed towards sustainable tourism supported by local governments through sustainable and useful programs. Second, the understanding of MSMEs around the outskirts of the Lake Toba area regarding Regional Regulation No. 1 of 1990 which is still a problem for MSMEs in Paris Beach

Health problems related to critical conditions most often occur in everyday life. Critical conditions that can occur suddenly include traffic accidents, poisoning, exposure to hot oil or hot water, and swallowing small objects. This can have an impact on disability and death. The main causes of death due to injury are traffic accidents, suicide, falls, drowning, and poisoning. Handling critical conditions must be done quickly using trained skills. Therefore, people need to get basic skills in handling critical cases. The solution to the problem in the Emergency Response Assisted Village Development program through Skills for Accident and Emergency in Increasing Community Independence as an Effort to Prevent Injury and Death in Lawe Kihing Village, Bambel District, Southeast Aceh Regency, namely forming health cadres, basic life support training, early treatment of burns, poisoning and First Aid, Establishing an Mou with the Hospital for the patient transfer process, SkACy_Ku Module, and ongoing assistance through the SkACy_Ku Module. The results of the activities achieved were that the majority of health cadres had good knowledge and skills regarding emergency case-handling actions.

Clean and healthy living behavior (PHBS) is a reflection of a person's lifestyle who always pays attention to and maintains their health. Pulmonary TB is an inflammatory disease of the lung parenchyma due to infection with the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria. Schools have the potential to increase the incidence of pulmonary TB if students do not maintain personal and environmental hygiene. The aim of this community service is to educate students about clean and healthy living behavior for elementary school students, especially preventing TB transmission in Oelomin Village, Nekamese District, Kupang Regency. The activity was carried out at SDN 2 Tunfeu, Oelomin Village, where students from grades 1 to 6 were educated about preventing TB disease, how the disease is transmitted, how to behave in a clean and healthy lifestyle to avoid tuberculosis. Before the activity took place, students were given a questionnaire about tuberculosis to determine the level of student knowledge. Then practice the behavior of washing hands with soap at school. At the end of this activity, students were asked questions about preventing tuberculosis and how to wash their hands properly. After the activity is finished, students are given another questionnaire to measure student understanding. The results of this activity show that the percentage of students who are not good at carrying out PHBS practices for preventing pulmonary TB is more often found in the group with the poor knowledge category (52%) compared to the group with the good knowledge category (20%). Students' lack of knowledge about pulmonary TB and PHBS is that 75% of students do not know the symptoms of pulmonary TB, namely coughing for more than 3 weeks. As many as 66.5% of students did not know the cause of pulmonary TB, namely Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection. As many as 40% of respondents did not know about the transmission of pulmonary TB disease when sufferers sneezed and 54% did not know about the transmission of pulmonary TB disease when sufferers spoke. As an outcome of this activity, it is hoped that students will be able to implement clean and healthy living habits at home, as well as using masks when they are sick to prevent tuberculosis.

Cervical cancer is the most common cancer in women, and mostly occurs in developing countries including Indonesia. In 2020, the World Health Organization found that cervical cancer was the seventh most common cause of death in the world, and caused 604,127 events annually. In the United States, cervical cancer cases are estimated at 13,800 cases of invasive cervical cancer and 4,290 deaths from cervical cancer occurred in 2020. For the ASEAN region, the incidence of cervical cancer in Singapore is 25.0 in Chinese, 17.8 in Malays, and Thai at 23.7 per 100,000 population. Every year there are about 90-100 new cases of cervical cancer, and every year about 40,000 people are affected by this disease. Cervical cancer ranks second as many as 36,633 or 9.20% of the total cancer cases in Indonesia in 2020. The purpose of this community service activity is to convey information about cervical cancer and improve early detection skills of cervical cancer with the ROSE method in women of childbearing age in the Working Area of the Puskesmas Sumbawa District Unit I. Reproductive Organ Self Examination (ROSE) is a simple method that can be done by mothers themselves to find out any problems in their reproductive organs.  Health education needs to be done to improve mothers' knowledge and attitudes about cervical cancer. This community service activity aims to improve the behavior of mothers in the working area of UPT Puskesmas Sumbawa District Unit 1 in conducting early detection of cervical cancer through the IVA method and the ROSE technique and continued with questions and answers with activity participants. Women of childbearing age (WUS) in the Working Area of UPT Puskesmas Sumbawa District Unit I.

The aim of this research is to determine the government's efforts to economically empower fishing communities in Adonara District and determine alternative priority aspects for the economic empowerment strategy for fishermen in Adonara District. This research uses a descriptive-qualitative approach. Data collection used was interviews, observation, and documentation. The research results show that the government's efforts to empower the fishing community's economy include optimizing fishing facilities and infrastructure, improving the quality of human resources for fishermen, and finally utilizing marine and fisheries resources. The priority alternative aspects for the economic empowerment strategy of fishing communities are economic aspects, social aspects, and environmental aspects.

Mental health is an important part of overall well-being and health in general. Referring to several previous research, it shows that the contribution of cadres has an influence on the Indonesian health service system. With this context, there is a big opportunity for cadres to participate in efforts to treat mental health For this reason, the aim of this community service activity is: Posyandu cadres are expected to be able to protect the community around where they live to help create a good social environment to help accelerate the recovery of PLWH. This service activity was carried out in Samapuin Village, Unter Iwes District, Sumbawa Regency, NTB. Carried out by dividing into small groups using posters as the media. The results obtained are solving problems that occur among ODDP (People with Psychosocial Disabilities) in Samapuin Village and increasing support for a good social environment for ODDP. It is hoped that in the future there will be regular meetings from the Community Health Center to continue empowerment activities for Posyandu cadres related to social environmental support for ODDP.

Poverty continues to be a relevant social issue in Indonesia, exacerbated by a multidimensional crisis. Handling poverty requires a holistic approach involving economic, social, cultural and political dimensions. Even though the government has launched prevention programs, poverty remains a problem that has not been fully resolved. Community empowerment is the key to overcoming poverty by providing resources and opportunities. Theoretical studies highlight the economic, social and cultural dimensions of poverty. Qualitative research methods with a phenomenological approach are used to understand the meaning and interpretation of the subjects involved. The research results show that community empowerment is needed to improve the quality of life and overcome poverty. Mitigation measures involve family protection, development of social security systems, and economic empowerment.

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises have a very important role in the national economy. One of the drivers of MSMEs is women who contribute 64% of Indonesian MSMEs. Finance has a very important role in starting a business. Based on the information we got, it can be concluded that Dharma Wanita mothers are still confused about how to start a business from their husband's limited income, therefore we help Dharma Wanita mothers how to manage their income so that they can set aside part of their income which will be used as capital in starting a business. The method of implementing this service is carried out by means of presentations and interactive discussions. The result of this service was that the women of the Dharma Wanita Association of the National Park Hall were very enthusiastic about the event. This could be seen from the many questions asked related to family financial management

Community empowerment is a crucial effort in improving the well-being and environmental sustainability, especially in the Rw 02 Gunungsari area. In the current modern era, waste management and environmental conservation have become central issues faced by the community. Therefore, creative and innovative steps are needed tot address these problems. The surabaya city goverment, particularly the environmental agency, has initiated the MBKM KZW (Zero Waste Village) program involving the entire community of Rw 02 Gunungsari and students from the 17 August 1945 University of Surabaya in an effort to reduce waste and preserve the environment. One approach to achieve this is through education and training on the creation of a wick hydroponick system using recycled materials duet o limited space. The goal of this education and trainning is to enhance the community’s knowledge of the latest agricultural technology and reduce waste by utilizing recycled materials to create a self-sufficient and sustainable environment.

Counseling, Mentoring and Empowerment are activities to increase community participation in meeting life's needs to resolve problems experienced by the community. Activities are carried out through the Real Work Lecture (KKN) program, which is a community service-based activity to increase student empathy for the conditions of society and the environment. Science KKN is carried out in Kemlagi District, Mojokerto Regency using service methods such as counseling, training and group mentoring. The results show that there is a positive response from village stakeholders and high active participation from the community, including taking part in an extension program with four activities, namely structuring Village Administration, Legal Awareness, Empowering MSMEs, and Learning Innovation. Apart from that, there are several outputs produced: (1) Strengthening data recording, archiving and reporting Village finances correctly (2) Increasing order, peace, security and justice in Village social life (3) Development of quality, competitiveness and added value of production home and halal certification (4) There has been an increase in discipline and participation in the teaching and learning process in an orderly and structured manner.

The waste problem not only threatens environmental conditions, but also has serious social and economic impacts in many regions in Indonesia, including the city of Surabaya. This dedication is carried out with the aim of reducing volume and realizing a zero waste paradigm in dealing with global waste problems. The Surabaya City Zero Waste Village Program was realized through outreach to provide awareness for residents to reduce the use of organic and inorganic waste. Apart from that, socialization was also carried out regarding organic waste processing which aims to convert organic waste into compost using Compost Bags, increasing public knowledge about organic waste management and reducing waste from rubbish dumps. This activity includes preparing activity planning, preparation, implementation and evaluation, as well as direct training regarding making compost fertilizer and using Compost Bags. Evaluation is carried out to ensure the success of activities and identify obstacles faced in the process of making compost fertilizer. The Zero Waste Village Program in RW 06 Menur Pumpungan Surabaya in increasing community understanding about managing organic waste into compost using Compost Bags has been successfully implemented with the support of the residents.

Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). SARS-CoV-2 is a new type of coronavirus that has never been previously identified in humans. Corona virus or what is known as Covid-19 is a new case of pneumonia that was first reported in Wuhan, Hubei Province. Within a month, this disease had spread to various other provinces in China, Thailand, Japan and South Korea. Implementing clean and healthy living behavior (PHBS) during the Covid19 pandemic can break the chain of virus spread. The aim of this literature review is to see how the Indonesian people implemented clean and healthy living behavior programs during the Covid-19 pandemic. The methodology used to write this article is based on a literature review approach. The journal collection process is based on criteria determined in literature research. Participation criteria are journals published in the last 5 years and indexed in Google Scholar. The results of this article explain the clean and healthy living behavior of the community during the Covid-19 period. Based on the results of this research, it can be concluded that there has been a change in clean and healthy living behavior in Indonesian society during the Covid- 19 period.

This research analyzes the role of the Karang Taruna Organization (OKT) in empowering the community of Tambakrejo Village, Krembung District.  The research method uses a literature review to detail the context and success of social empowerment programs.  Analysis of social, economic and organizational factors, as well as community participation are integrated in the literature review.  Findings highlight the importance of understanding local traditions, gender engagement, and understanding community needs.  Economic factors and resource accessibility influence participation rates.  Responsiveness to feedback, inclusive programs, and developing community networks are strategies to increase participation.  This research provides a conceptual basis for designing effective empowerment programs at the village level involving OKT.

This service focuses on "Community Empowerment through the Utilization of Household Waste into Organic Fertilizer in South Lembang Batualu", people who do not understand how to make organic fertilizer by using used materials, people still lack understanding in terms of adapting the plants to be planted in the soil with different conditions. Therefore, this service focuses on the theme "organic farming" which aims to increase public awareness and broaden people's knowledge about organic farming, especially in making organic fertilizer using household waste. The method we use is the approach method, this method is a method carried out directly by students to inspire the community in South Lembang Batualu. The results achieved are able to help with community problems regarding organic farming in South Lembang Batualu, so that this service activity can have a positive impact, namely that the community understands more about organic farming, especially in making organic fertilizer using household waste.

The growth of tourist villages in Kebumen has created increasingly fierce competition. Competition supported by good management can improve the quality of tourist destinations. A strategy is needed in competition to improve the quality of Tourism Villages. Karanggayam Tourism Village is one of the tourist villages in Kebumen. To improve the quality of this destination is needed to increase the number of visitors and community participation in managing the Tourism Village. Community Service Program as an effort to improve the quality of Tourism Villages by prioritizing the 4A aspects of Attraction, Accessibility, Amenities, and Ancillary. Program implementation is based on the Plan Do Check Action (PDCA) concept. This technique can increase the number of visitors and community participation by 25%. The sustainability of the Tourism Village is carried out with support and collaboration between levels of society.