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This community service program aims to increase the awareness and skills of the Kresnomulyo Village community in utilizing plastic waste into economically valuable products through the Ecobrick technique. Ecobricking is an environmentally friendly solution that can reduce plastic pollution while opening up economic opportunities for the local community. This activity involves a series of events such as socialization, training, and mentoring on the Ecobrick technique and its application to create a sign for Kresnomulyo Village. The sign will serve as a symbol of the village's commitment to environmental conservation and the productive use of plastic waste.This activity is part of the Community Service Program (KKN) of Muhammadiyah University of Pringsewu, which aims to encourage the application of knowledge and technology to solve social issues in the community. During the program, participants received training on how to make Ecobricks and process plastic waste into useful products. Additionally, mentoring was provided to ensure the community can continue these activities independently.The results of this activity show an increase in the community's awareness of environmental issues, particularly plastic pollution. Furthermore, the skills gained by the community in processing plastic waste have added value, with Ecobricks that are not only useful for village needs but also have the potential to be sold, providing extra income for the community. Thus, this program provides dual benefits: protecting the environment and opening up economic opportunities.

A good immune system is the key to avoiding viral, bacterial, fungal, and parasitic infections. A person's immune status affects the risk of being infected by various viruses and bacteria, various studies have been conducted to increase the immune system. One of them is through proper and balanced nutritional intake and utilizing functional foods based on local food. The purpose of this activity is to increase public knowledge regarding the role of food in improving the immune system. Method This community service activity is carried out through the provision of education (counseling) with the lecture method. The target is the general public in Paya Dua village in Menasah (surau) with a capacity of 100 people. The material was delivered directly which was divided into lecture sessions and question and answer sessions or sharing. The results of education related to the role of food in improving the immune system provide benefits to the community, impacting the increase in public knowledge about food that can maintain the personal and environmental immunity system. Conclusion The community gained knowledge about foods that contain balanced nutrition and increased public knowledge regarding the role of balanced nutrition in food that affects the improvement of the immune system. It is hoped that through this education and socialization, the community will be able to maintain health by improving the immune system in the family and community.

Assistance in preparing the Budget Plan (RAB) through the Community Service Program (KKN) aims to help the Lubangbuaya Village community understand and apply budget management concepts for the construction of a two-story house. This activity consists of several stages, including socialization, training, and direct simulation, to provide comprehensive knowledge on systematic and transparent RAB preparation techniques. The results indicate that the community is better equipped to prepare RAB, understand the key components of budget calculation, and recognize the importance of RAB in ensuring project efficiency and accountability. It is expected that the acquired skills can be applied to various village development projects, leading to more effective and structured financial management.supports more sustainable village development.

This research aims to analyze the optimization of the issuance of electronic land certificates in Gorontalo City and find out the efforts of the government (BPN) Gorontalo City in optimizing the issuance of electronic land certificates. This type of research is empirical legal research. This method involves a juridical sociological approach, namely an approach that starts from existing legal rules or norms and then harmonizes with the reality that exists in society. The results of this study indicate that the issuance of electronic land certificates (E-Certificate) in Gorontalo city is considered not optimal. Researchers found that there are 3 out of 4 indicators that have not been maximized in its implementation, namely the readiness of land office infrastructure, policy implementation, and public understanding. Furthermore, the efforts that have been made by BPN Gorontalo City in optimizing the issuance of electronic land certificates are conducting Socialization and Education to the Public, Improving Information Technology Infrastructure, Cooperation with Stakeholders, Increasing Human Resources Capacity and Resolving Obstacles and Constraints.

The misuse of the internet among teenagers has become a major concern in this digital era, particularly regarding the spread of hoax news and cyber law violations. Therefore, a socialization program on the Law on Electronic Information and Transactions (UU ITE) was conducted at SMAN 1 Wirosari to enhance students' legal awareness in utilizing digital technology. This activity involved 90 participants, consisting of OSIS administrators and Class Representative Council (MPK) members. Through interactive lectures, discussions, and case simulations, this socialization successfully improved participants' understanding of UU ITE and its impact on daily life. Evaluations showed that after this activity, students had a better grasp of the importance of critical thinking and responsible digital media usage

This community service was carried out in Pattongko Village, Central Sinjai District, by considering the location's vulnerability to natural disasters such as landslides and tornadoes. The high rainfall in the area is one of the leading causes of frequent natural disasters, compounded by the mountainous and hilly topography. These factors make the community highly susceptible to disasters that result in significant material and immaterial losses. The primary aim of this service activity was to build awareness and strengthen the community's disaster response capabilities, enabling the creation of a disaster-resilient village.The activity was conducted through socialization efforts involving various stakeholders, including the Pattongko village community, the village government, local youth groups, and the Sinjai Regency Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD), which served as the lead agency in disaster response in the region. Despite being a one-day event, the activity was expected to provide essential disaster education and training for the local population, enhancing their knowledge of disaster preparedness and response. By doing so, the initiative aimed to minimize the potential victims and the scale of losses caused by natural disasters in the future.This activity also supported broader government programs aimed at forming Disaster Resilient Villages. In the future, the program will be extended with further activities, such as establishing community disaster response teams, organizing disaster simulations, and strengthening disaster management protocols within the village. This long-term plan will ensure that the community remains well-prepared for any potential disaster events

This study aims to assess the extent of business actors' understanding of halal certification in Pangkalpinang City. The research employs a qualitative approach, with data collected from micro, small, and medium enterprises in Pangkalpinang, involving eight UMKM actors as informants. The findings reveal that most business actors have a fairly good awareness of the importance of halal certification for their products. However, the limited knowledge possessed by UMKM actors regarding certification leads to a lack of clear understanding of the procedures and application process. This situation is caused by the lack of outreach efforts from relevant parties, particularly the Pangkalpinang City government. Therefore, the government needs to make extra efforts to provide socialization and education to business actors so they can clearly understand the flow and procedures for halal certification registration for their products. In addition, the role of Halal Product Assistants (PPH) is also crucial, as they are directly involved with the community

This study aims to determine the socialization of the competitive and characterful campus of the Islamic University of Batang Hari in Batang Hari Regency, Jambi Province in accepting new students. The method used is a descriptive qualitative method. The results of the study indicate that this socialization took place in several areas in Batin XXIV District, Batang Hari Regency, Jambi. This activity was held at SMK N 3 Batang Hari, SMA N 3 Batang Hari and SMA N 9 Batang Hari. In general, this socialization aims to provide an understanding to class XII students who plan to continue their education to college. Specifically, this activity also aims to increase the interest of prospective new students to register at the Islamic University of Batang Hari. The methods used in this socialization include lectures, discussions, as well as question and answer sessions and FGDs. It is hoped that through this activity, students' interest in continuing their education to college can increase, especially for those in Batang Hari Regency, Jambi ir, which is relatively close to the Islamic University of Batang Hari.

After the issuance of Law Number 11 of 2020 concerning Job Creation, there are several important clusters that need to be considered, one of which is the ease of doing business which is closely related to government administration. Therefore, a system was created by the government to facilitate and legalize business actors in running their businesses in the form of a Business Identification Number (NIB). Because this NIB is a new system and is likely not widely understood by business actors, including MSMEs, it is necessary to socialize it and then provide assistance. Assistance in applying for NIB through the Online Single Submission-Risk Based Approach (OSS-RBA) System by MSMEs is an important step in managing the legality of their businesses. NIB is an identity for business actors that provides access to various facilities and legal protection. The OSS-RBA system is designed to facilitate the licensing process with a risk-based approach, where types of businesses are classified based on their risk levels. The method used in community service under this title is in the form of Socialization/Counseling and Assistance for MSMEs in submitting NIB to the OSS-RBA system. Socialization or counseling is carried out in the form of lectures and Q&A discussions so as to provide a comprehensive understanding. This assistance is carried out by academics/lecturers of the Law Study Program, Veteran Bangun Nusantara University, Sukoharjo Together with the Sukoharjo regional government, in this case represented by the Sukoharjo PMD Chamber of Commerce to ensure that MSME actors understand the procedures that must be followed and can submit NIB correctly. The assistance process includes socialization, consultation and assistance in filling in data in the OSS-RBA system. The goal is to increase the number of registered and legal MSMEs in Indonesia, so that they can access various government programs and get better legal protection.

This Community Service Activity aims to improve the competence of SMP K Materdai teachers in designing and compiling teaching modules that apply the principles of differentiated learning in accordance with the direction of the Merdeka Belajar policy. Differentiated learning is an approach that adjusts the process, content, and learning products based on the needs, interests, and learning profiles of students. Through this training, teachers are given a conceptual understanding and practical skills in developing adaptive and contextual teaching modules. The activity methods used include socialization, interactive discussions, module preparation practices, and formative feedback. The results of the activity show an increase in teachers' understanding and ability in compiling applicable differentiated teaching modules. This training is a concrete step in supporting the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum and improving the quality of the learning process in schools. The sustainability of the activity is planned through continued mentoring and collaboration in developing teacher learning communities.

Community participation in social service activities is a crucial indicator of community-based social development. However, the level of participation is often influenced by various structural and cultural factors, including the role of community organizations as key mobilizers of collective action. This activity aims to identify factors affecting community participation in social service activities in Bintan Sub-district, analyze the role of community organizations in facilitating and organizing these activities, and assess their impact on strengthening synergy and collaboration among residents. The method employed included a socialization session on the importance of community organizations in community empowerment, followed by social service activities in the form of collective environmental clean-up and greening programs through tree planting around public facilities. The findings indicate that increased collective awareness, local leadership, and organizational support significantly enhance community participation. Furthermore, social service activities contribute to strengthening social cohesion, fostering a sense of togetherness, and promoting stronger synergy and collaboration among community members in Bintan Sub-district.

The high number of work accidents indicates that the implementation of Occupational Safety and Health (K3) is still not optimal, particularly in the construction industry. Vocational schools (SMK) can foster awareness from an early age through education and training. Students in general are not aware of the potential for workplace accidents yet. K3 education for students from an early age can help provide a beneficial understanding and foster attitudes and habits to apply K3 in their future work environments. The purpose of this program is to provide understanding and basic knowledge of construction K3 to students of SMKN 4 Gowa. The method used to educate students through this K3 learning is lectures and socialization, as well as evaluation through pre-tests and post-tests. Overall, the results show that this K3 education activity helps students in the Building Modeling and Information Design program at SMKN 4 Gowa understand all the topics that were talked about. These include understanding K3 and the Zero Accident goal, the importance of construction K3, potential hazards in construction, methods of hazard identification and risk assessment, risk control, recognizing personal protective equipment, symbols and signs, and learning about work accidents that happen in Indonesia.

This Community Service Program (PkM) was motivated by the low quality of administrative order in the bookkeeping and document management system of Dasawisma Anggur Merah 3 RT 08, Bukit Timah Village, characterized by unsystematic data recording, weak documentation practices, and limited understanding of accountable and organized administration. The objective of this program was to strengthen the capacity of Dasawisma in implementing orderly administration through the development of structured, transparent, and sustainable bookkeeping and documentation systems. The method applied was a participatory community organizing approach, implemented through socialization, technical assistance, simple bookkeeping training, hands-on documentation practices, and participatory evaluation. The results indicate a significant improvement in the understanding of Dasawisma members regarding the importance of administrative order, behavioral changes in record-keeping and document management, the establishment of a more structured bookkeeping system, and the emergence of collective awareness of administration as a foundation for program planning and decision-making. In addition, local leaders (local leaders) emerged as driving forces in strengthening administrative management and institutional capacity. This program contributes to the creation of more professional, accountable, and sustainable governance of Dasawisma organizations in community-based empowerment initiatives.

The beach is an ecosystem that has an important role in human life, both as a natural resource, tourist attraction, and habitat for various marine biota. However, in reality, beach cleanliness currently does not receive special attention, so there is still rubbish in the beach environment, which often disturbs the beauty of the beach at Budi Sun Resort.   This causes damage to the coastal environment and many coastal ecosystems even become extinct.  This community service has three objectives, namely, 1) making participants aware of the importance of keeping the beach environment clean as a step to save the coastal ecosystem, and 2) forming a beach guard unit 3) cleaning the beach environment with the participants. This service method has two stages, namely the preparation stage and the implementation stage. The result of this service is the formation of a beach guard unit to maintain the cleanliness of the beach environment as a step to save the coastal ecosystem.  Apart from that, it was proven that participants were enthusiastic when taking part in real activities and actions to clean the beach environment. However, assistance is still needed to recycle waste.  This community service activity went according to plan and smoothly

This study aims to describe and analyze: the role of supervision and obstacles faced and the efforts made by the Surabaya Special Class I Immigration Office in its role to supervise the existence of foreigners.  The research method to be used is qualitative descriptive.  Data Collection Techniques include: Interviews, Observations, Documentation. The research informant is the Head of the Suarabaya Special Class I Immigration Office. The data analysis technique using interactive model analysis was developed by Miles et al., (2014), namely data condensation, data presentation, and conclusion drawn. The results of the study show that the Surabaya Special Class I Immigration Office has three roles in supervising foreigners, namely as an immigration facilitator on duty, including providing residence permit and immigration status services, determining immigration status for foreigners in Indonesia, conducting research on the correctness of a person's citizenship evidence.  As an Administrator in the supervision of foreigners, it is carried out through administrative supervision when a foreign citizen submits an application to the Immigration Office. As an Executor in the supervision of foreigners, it is carried out by 1) searching for and obtaining information about the existence of Indonesian citizens who are outside Indonesian Territory; 2) Conduct an interview when applying for a Travel Document of the Republic of Indonesia; or 3) Coordinate with the local government through the Chief Representative of the Republic of Indonesia to monitor the existence of Indonesian citizens outside the Indonesian Territory. The obstacles faced by the Surabaya Special Class I Immigration Office include the range of work which includes Surabaya, Mojokerto, and Sidoarjo. There are limitations of officers. Lack of understanding of immigration law by foreigners. Lack of information obtained from the public regarding the existence of foreigners. Lack of openness on the part of the company where the foreigner works. The efforts made by the Surabaya Special Class I Immigration Office in supervising foreigners are to conduct direct field surveillance to find out the whereabouts of foreigners. Attend KOMINDA (Komunitas Intelejen Daerah: Regional Intelligence Community) activities organized by the Regional Government.  Conducting socialization programs to foreigners and the community. Conducting administrative supervision.

Digital procurement has significantly transformed business operations, impacting production, supply chain management, and customer interactions. At PT XYZ, routine commodity procurement utilizes an e-catalogue system, a form of e-procurement based on a catalog concept. This study examines the implementation stages, advantages, disadvantages, and challenges of the system. Using a qualitative descriptive method, data was collected through interviews, observations, and documentation.Findings indicate that e-catalogue implementation at PT XYZ is complex before achieving full operation. Key advantages include automated PR creation and PO release, reducing administrative workload, enhancing transparency, and expediting procurement. However, drawbacks include inefficient data updates, a less user-friendly interface, and frequent system errors. Challenges involve poor socialization and the perception that the system mainly benefits buyers. Moreover, limited user understanding of time efficiency and error reduction further hinders adoption. Overall, while e-catalogue improves procurement efficiency, further enhancements in user training, system reliability, and feature usability are needed for optimal performance.

This study aims to describe and analyze the Merdeka Learning Curriculum to understand the supporting and inhibiting factors in the implementation of the Merdeka Learning Curriculum to improve the quality of education at SD Negeri 115 Palembang. This research uses a qualitative method with a field research approach through data and data sources. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, and documentation. The research findings indicate that the implementation of the Independent Learning Curriculum management in improving the quality of education at SD Negeri 115 Palembang can be summarized through several stages: planning, organizing, actuating, and evaluating. There are two factors that influence the improvement of educational quality, namely supporting factors, which include school leadership, coordination, cooperation, and teachers' skills in managing the classroom. The inhibiting factors include facilities and infrastructure, education funding, and the still limited quality of teachers or educators. In improving the quality of education at SD Negeri 115 Palembang, it can be concluded that the implementation of management has not yet reached an optimal level. However, its success is notable, even though it is not yet widespread due to several inhibiting factors.  To anticipate the inhibiting factors, it is necessary to improve facilities and infrastructure, which require support from the school principal and guidance from relevant parties, such as socialization and training from the Education Department or external trainers, so that the skills of teachers and educational staff become more professional and developed.

Introduction. Family support is help, attention, and appreciation from other people or circumstances that make an individual feel loved. Family support needs, capacities, and sources change throughout a person's life. The family is the environment that individuals first become acquainted with in the socialization process. The same view regarding family support, Sarafino, who explains that family support is the pleasure received from attention, appreciation from other people or from environmental groups that provide this support (i.e. family, loved ones or community members) and assistance. The aim of research is to understand the relationship between family support and level of support. Anxiety among the elderly in Panyusuhan Village. The population size method in this research is 80 with a sample size of 66 taken using purposive sampling. This research is quantitative with a correlation type of design, namely research carried out to relate two variables. Research design: This research uses cross-sectional (cross-sectional) with an observational approach. Research Instrument: good family support 66 (63.6%) and poor family support 24 (36.4%) and normal anxiety level 16 (24.2%), mild 35 (53.0%) and moderate anxiety level 15 (22.7%). Bivariate analysis uses the chi square test. The conclusion is that there is a relationship between family support and the level of anxiety in the elderly in Panyusuhan Village, Sukaluyu District, Cianjur Regency in 2022, so that families can provide maximum family support to the elderly.

This study aims to describe and analyze: The Implementation of Restaurant Tax Collection in Increasing Regional Original Revenue (PAD: Pendapatan Asli Daerah)) of Malang Regency and the Obstacles to the Implementation of Restaurant Tax Collection in Increasing the PAD of Malang Regency.  The research is a qualitative descriptive analysis. The data analysis technique uses a technique developed by McNabb (2002), namely Grouping the data according to key constructs, identifying bases for interpretation, developing generalizations from the data, Testing Alternative interpretations and Forming and/or refining generalizable theory from case study. The results of the study show that the Policy on Regional Taxes (specifically Restaurant Tax) in Malang Regency is inseparable from the pattern of fiscal relations between the Central and Regional Governments. This kind of relationship pattern is none other than related to the decentralized policy model that tends to use a top-down approach. The contribution of Restaurant Tax to Regional Taxes during the period 2021-2024 as a whole only reached an average of 5.53%. Although overall from year to year during the 2021-2024 fiscal year period, the contribution of Restaurant Tax to Malang Regency Regional Original Revenue revenue fluctuates, the increase in the realization of Restaurant Tax has been able to help the implementation of local government activities, both routine and development activities. Obstacles to the implementation of restaurant tax collection in increasing the PAD of Malang Regency can be in the form of: a. Low taxpayer awareness: Many restaurant entrepreneurs do not pay taxes or are in arrears of taxes.  b. Lack of supervision: Many restaurants or restaurants operate without a license or register. c. Lack of socialization: The public does not know the benefits of paying taxes. d. Lack of bookkeeping: Small and medium-sized restaurants often do not keep bookkeeping.  e. Manipulated transactions: Taxpayers deposit, calculate, and pay taxes themselves, resulting in data manipulation

YouTube is one of the leading video-based social media platforms with a complex algorithm for recommending content to users. Understanding this algorithm is crucial for content creators to increase visitor numbers and audience engagement. This socialization activity aims to educate beginner content creators on video optimization strategies to enhance discoverability and recommendation by YouTube’s system. The socialization was conducted online via Zoom, utilizing presentations, interactive discussions, and simulations of YouTube Studio features. The results of this activity indicate an improvement in participants’ understanding of key factors influencing the YouTube algorithm, such as watch duration, user interactions, and metadata optimization. Some participants who implemented the taught strategies experienced up to a 30% increase in video views within a month. However, challenges remain in maintaining content consistency and utilizing YouTube analytics effectively. Therefore, continuous mentoring is necessary to help participants refine more effective strategies. This socialization is expected to enable content creators to maximize the YouTube algorithm to enhance their channel visibility and growth.