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This community service project aims to enhance the fine motor skills of children with special needs (CWSN) at SLB C YPALB Perwari Kuningan through a beading-based art therapy approach. The program was conducted using a participatory and enjoyable educational method. A descriptive qualitative method was employed, with data collected through direct observation, informal interviews, and documentation of students' creative outputs. The results showed a significant improvement in hand-eye coordination, concentration, and perseverance among the participants. Children with intellectual disabilities, hearing impairments, autism, and Down syndrome successfully created rings and bracelets, both independently and with guidance. This activity not only contributed to fine motor development but also enhanced social interaction and self-expression. With its inclusive and adaptive approach, beading as a form of art therapy proved effective in supporting the learning process and holistic development of children with special needs in special education settings.

This study aims to explore in depth the impact of population density on the quality of life of residents in densely populated areas of Serang City, Banten Province. The background of this research is based on the phenomenon of increasing population numbers due to ongoing urbanization and migration, which directly affects the social, economic, and environmental pressures in urban areas. This research employs a qualitative approach using a descriptive method. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with residents, community leaders, and local government officials, as well as field observations in areas with high population density. Secondary data were obtained from official documents such as reports from the Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) and regional development planning documents. The results reveal that population density negatively affects access to basic services such as clean water, sanitation, education, and healthcare. Furthermore, it creates pressure on the living environment and reduces the comfort of residential spaces. Communities in high-density areas tend to face challenges in fulfilling basic needs adequately, which in turn impacts their overall well-being. This study highlights the importance of participatory and data-based urban planning, along with strong cross-sectoral coordination in providing social and environmental infrastructure. It is recommended that local governments develop adaptive policies in response to demographic dynamics to create livable, inclusive, and sustainable urban spaces. The findings of this research are expected to serve as a reference for future policy-making regarding the development of densely populated areas.

The study investigates the influencing mechanisms behind Shaoxing High School parents' purchase intentions regarding online courses for their children's education. It identifies three primary factors: convenience, social influence, and performance expectations. Convenience pertains to the ease of access, flexibility, and user-friendliness of online platforms, significantly enhancing parents' willingness to enroll their children. Social influence highlights the impact of recommendations from peers and community members, reinforcing parents' confidence in their choices. Performance expectations focus on parents' beliefs about the educational outcomes of online courses, emphasizing the importance of perceived effectiveness and quality of instruction. These factors reveal a comprehensive framework that educational providers can leverage to tailor their offerings, thereby improving enrollment rates and student success in online learning environments. The findings underscore providers' need to address these key dimensions to enhance parental engagement and satisfaction in selecting educational programs based on the sample population of 380 high school parents.

Political culture plays an important role in determining the dynamics of general elections, especially in the context of Regional Head Elections (Pilkada) in Indonesia. This research focuses on Ciwaringin Village in Ciwaringin District, Cirebon Regency, which shows low community political participation due to a parochial political culture. People in this village tend to be inactive in the election process, are influenced by the practice of money politics, and choose based on personal closeness and material lures, without understanding the vision and mission of potential leaders. This research uses a qualitative approach with literature study and interview methods to explore the factors that influence political participation, including social, economic, and educational aspects and the use of information media. Findings show that low political literacy and indifference to political issues result in apathy toward elections. Therefore, educational efforts and increasing political awareness are needed to encourage active community participation in the democratic process. It is hoped that this research can contribute to understanding political culture and community participation in Ciwaringin village and promote improvements in implementing the upcoming regional elections.

This study aims to evaluate the sharia financial service strategy of Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) Banjarnegara Branch through the VRIO and PEST approaches, in order to identify internal advantages and external dynamics that affect the competitiveness of the institution. Using a qualitative-descriptive method, this study reveals that BSI Banjarnegara has a sustainable competitive advantage through sharia-based products that are difficult to imitate, a wide community network, and a personal service approach. In addition, the results of the PEST analysis show that political support, stable economic conditions, and the level of community religiosity are great opportunities for the growth of sharia finance in the region, although the level of digital technology adoption is still a challenge. The strategy of strengthening digitalization, education of sharia financial literacy, and product innovation such as Cicil Emas are the main keys in responding to market challenges and increasing financial inclusion. Thus, the results of this study provide a strategic direction for the development of sustainable and adaptive sharia services to changes in the business environment.    

According to data from the Ministry of Cooperatives and SMEs in 2024, Indonesia has more than 60 million SMEs, which are very important to its economy, contributing 60% to the national GDP. However, around 77.5% of SMEs do not keep financial records, while 22.5% have some form of financial reporting that is often inconsistent and poorly documented. Many entrepreneurs do not realize the importance of financial reports, instead focusing on business growth and sales. Lack of financial literacy leads to poor decision-making and operational transparency. Quality financial reports can facilitate access to capital and serve as an indicator of business success. Programs aimed at improving financial literacy and the importance of financial reporting have shown a positive impact on SME performance. The training program for Dapur Umi Ila SMEs in Bojongkerta aims to empower participants through education on financial management, emphasizing the importance of maintaining accurate financial records for proper decision-making and sustainable business growth. By creating financial reports, Dapur Umi Ila SMEs are expected to be more concerned about operational finances so that they can learn to make decisions based on relevant and reliable financial reports..

This community service activity aims to improve financial literacy among students of SMAN 8 Tambun Selatan through socialization of personal financial records. Based on initial identification, it was found that many students did not understand the importance of recording income and expenses, and were not used to preparing a monthly budget. Through an interactive counseling approach and evaluation questionnaire, students were provided with an understanding of the basic concepts of financial management, the importance of distinguishing needs and wants, and the practice of daily financial records. The evaluation results showed that 96.6% of students understood the material presented, and more than 60% expressed interest in starting regular financial records. This activity proves that financial literacy education can encourage changes in attitudes and financial behavior that are wiser from school age.

This research discusses the legal process against children who commit indecent crimes and the role of rehabilitation as a recovery effort based on Decision Number XXX/Pid.Sus-Anak/2024/PN Mgg. This investigation uses normative and empirical legal methods by analyzing laws and regulations and judicial practices against children. This investigation purposes to examine the role of the prosecutor in determining the boarding school as a place of rehabilitation and assess the suitability of the prosecutor's charges with the provisions of juvenile criminal law in Indonesia. The findings showed that prosecutors play an important role in determining the form of rehabilitation by coordinating with community supervisors, considering the best interests of the child as stipulated in Law Number 11 of 2012 concerning the Child Criminal Justice System (UU SPPA). The selection of pesantren as a place for rehabilitation reflects an educational approach that not only punishes, but also shapes the morals and character of children so that they can return to society in a better condition. This rehabilitation also provides access to education and guidance in an environment that supports the mental and social recovery of children and prevents repetition of criminal acts.

This article examines the implementation of characterieducationiin Indonesia's national curriculum asian effortito build a generation with high integrity. This literature-based research analyzes various character education models that have been implemented in the national curriculum and identifies challenges and opportunities in their implementation. The results show that character education holistically integrated into the curriculum hasia significantiimpaction developing attitudesiandibehaviors of integrity among students. Supporting factors for successful character education include teacher modeling, conducive schoolenvironments, family support, and community collaboration. The main challenges lie in the consistency of implementation, educator capacity, and evaluation of character value achievements. This article recommends strengthening project-based and experiential learning approaches, developing educator capacity, and comprehensive evaluation models to optimize the process of character formation with integrity in students.

The purpose of this community service activity is to improve the knowledge of SMA Islam Andalusia Banyumas students about finance and teach them to use money wisely and independently starting from adolescence. The results showed that most students did not understand the basic concepts of financial literacy, such as the difference between needs and wants, budgeting, and the importance of saving. The training was conducted in one day with a participatory education approach. This method includes providing materials, group discussions, budgeting simulations, and individual reflections. This activity was attended by 80 students. The assessment results showed an increase in the average score from 52.4 in the pretest to 81.1 in the posttest. This activity also showed high active participation, with more than 88% of students actively involved in discussions and group assignments. This training proves that an experience-based approach can effectively improve students' understanding and awareness of personal financial management. Financial literacy instilled since high school has the potential to form a character of thrift, responsibility, and independence in facing future financial challenges

Evaluation of Islamic educational institutions is a systematic process to assess the extent to which Islamic educational institutions carry out their functions, achieve their goals, and meet the established quality standards, both in terms of managerial, administrative, and academic aspects. This evaluation not only functions as a performance measurement tool, but also as a means of reflection and continuous improvement in order to improve the quality of education based on Islamic values. The dimensions of institutional evaluation include various important aspects such as the vision and mission of the institution, curriculum, educators, students, community facilities and infrastructure, institutional management, and the relationship between the institution and. The main purpose of this evaluation is to ensure the quality of education, encourage public accountability, and ensure the relevance of the institution to the needs of the times and the demands of Islamic law. In its context, institutional evaluation is not only administrative and technocratic, but also transformative, namely serving to guide institutions in carrying out comprehensive structural and cultural improvements in order to be able to produce generations that excel spiritually, intellectually, and socially.

Gotong royong is a cultural value deeply embedded in Indonesian society, especially in Penglipuran Village, Bali. This village preserves local wisdom that prioritizes togetherness and cooperation in various aspects of life. This study aims to analyze the implementation of gotong royong values in the daily lives of Penglipuran residents and how these values are taught to younger generations. Using a qualitative method with in-depth interviews, the findings reveal that gotong royong is practiced in environmental cleanliness, traditional ceremonies, and other social activities. These values are passed down through informal education within families and project-based activities in schools. Despite the lack of financial support from the government, the community maintains the spirit of gotong royong through social sanctions for those who do not participate. This study highlights how local wisdom can serve as an effective medium for instilling the values of gotong royong in younger generations.

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major global threat, contributing to high mortality and infectious complications worldwide. In response, Indonesia has developed the National Strategy for the Control of Antimicrobial Resistance in the Health Sector for 2025–2029. Within this framework, the National Agency of Drug and Food Control (BPOM) plays a strategic role both as a lead organizer and partner in implementing cross-sectoral interventions. BPOM is involved in drafting regulations, supervising the distribution and use of antimicrobials, and conducting public education programs. Its role aligns with the people-centred and One Health approaches, emphasizing multi-sectoral collaboration and community engagement in AMR control. This study applies a normative legal approach based on literature and regulatory analysis to evaluate BPOM’s role in the national strategy.

Background: Low Birth Weight Infants (LBW), defined as babies born weighing less than 2,500 grams, are one of the leading causes of neonatal mortality in Indonesia. The lack of postpartum mothers’ knowledge about LBW care contributes to the low survival rate of these infants. WHO data (2022) shows that 15% of babies worldwide are born with LBW, while in Indonesia, the figure reaches 7.1% (Ministry of Health RI, 2023). Objective: This activity aims to enhance postpartum mothers' capacity in caring for LBW infants through structured and practice-based health education. Methods: The community service was conducted on May 7, 2025, at RSUD Padjonga Dg Ngalle, Takalar. The method included a pre-test, delivery of educational material, practical sessions, and a post-test. Thirty postpartum mothers participated under the guidance of lecturers and health professionals. Evaluation focused on participants' knowledge, practical skills, and behavioral changes.Results: The results showed a significant increase in participants’ knowledge (from 26.7% to 83.3% answering more than 80% of the post-test questions correctly). Around 90% of participants were able to correctly perform kangaroo mother care techniques. Moreover, 85% of participants reported increased confidence in caring for their LBW babies at home after the session. Conclusion: This health education activity was effective in improving the knowledge, skills, and confidence of postpartum mothers in caring for LBW infants. The program supports efforts to reduce neonatal mortality and empowers mothers as the primary caregivers in home-based neonatal care.

Antiseptic hand wash liquid soap is a soap that contains certain chemicals to reduce and prevent bacterial infections. Hand washing liquid soap that uses natural ingredients from lemongrass plants (Cymbopogon nardus) has a variety of significant benefits and functions. Lemongrass (Cymbopogon nardus) contains essential oils with antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, making it effective in killing germs and bacterial on hands. This is very important in preventing the spread of disease, especially in vulnerable environments. This hand wash liquid soap is also safe for the skin, reducing the risk of irritation that often occurs due to the use of chemical hand wash liquid soap, and is suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin. The use of lemongrass (Cymbopogon nardus) based hand washing liquid soap for the community is very broad. In addition to serving as an educational tool in public health campaigns, this product also supports the local economy by utilizing raw materials from local farmers, thus promoting sustainable agriculture and creating jobs. With the increasing awareness of the importance of hand hygiene, this liquid hand soap is a healthy alternative for consumers who care about health and the environment. Overall, the use of lemongrass (Cymbopogon nardus) based hand wash liquid soap not only contributes to individual health, but also improves the quality of life of the community through disease prevention and support to the local economy.

This journal defines public policy as actions taken by governmental authorities to address specific social issues and emphasizes citizen participation as a key element in the democratic process. It outlines the importance of community involvement in policymaking to enhance legitimacy, governmental accountability, and the quality of policies. Factors influencing citizen participation include education, socioeconomic status, and access to information. The theoretical framework underscores the significance of active participation for successful community development, particularly highlighting the role of Generation Z in political engagement through digital platforms.Various methods for involving citizens in decision-making—such as public forums, surveys, and online platforms—are discussed, alongside the benefits of integrating technology to promote transparency and inclusivity. To explore this phenomenon in depth, a qualitative research method with an exploratory case study approach is employed. The study involves in-depth interviews with key informants such as public officials, representatives of civil society organizations, and Generation Z citizens who are actively engaged in digital participation. Additionally, participatory observation of public policy forums and documentation of various technology-based participatory initiatives are conducted. Thematic analysis is used to identify patterns, themes, and factors that influence the effectiveness of citizen participation in policymaking. Data validity is ensured through source and method triangulation, as well as member checking with selected respondents.This paper also presents case studies of successful participatory initiatives while addressing challenges such as unequal power dynamics and limited access to information. The recommendations focus on strategies to raise awareness, enhance transparency, encourage inclusivity, and foster a culture of active participation to ensure that policies reflect the diverse needs of society. Overall, meaningful citizen engagement is deemed essential for effective governance and policymaking.

This study aims to examine the role of the government in building a national narrative through Pancasila-based crisis communication. The focus of the study includes crisis communication and national stability, challenges of the digital era, transparency, public participation, media collaboration, policy strengthening, and measuring communication effectiveness. The method used is qualitative with content analysis of government policies, public communication materials, and mass media coverage. The study also examines the public response to government messages in the national crisis. The results show that the government uses mass media, social media, and direct communication to convey national messages based on Pancasila. Collaboration with educational institutions, community leaders, and community organizations strengthens the reach of communication. The government's planned and responsive communication strategy is effective in reducing social tensions, strengthening the spirit of nationalism, and maintaining the relevance of Pancasila amid social dynamics. These findings contribute to the development of crisis communication theory and practice in the context of nationality.

The development of information technology has had a major impact on the personal data management system. In Indonesia, the enactment of Law Number 27 of 2022 concerning Personal Data Protection is a crucial step in guaranteeing individual privacy rights as part of human rights. This study aims to examine the form of legal accountability for personal data violations based on the provisions of the Law Number 27 of 2022. The method used is normative juridical with a statutory regulatory approach. The results of the study show that violations of personal data can be subject to sanctions in two forms, namely administrative and criminal. These sanctions are given to data controllers and parties proven to have violated the provisions, either due to negligence or deliberate actions. Although it has been regulated normatively, implementation in the field still faces a number of challenges, such as weak supervision, lack of legal literacy in the community, and unpreparedness of digital infrastructure. Thus, it is necessary to strengthen supervisory institutions, ongoing public education, and more responsive law enforcement mechanisms. This research is expected to contribute to the development of regulations and practices for personal data protection in Indonesia.

Religious gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation that uses religious authority and teachings to question or doubt a person's perceptions, emotions, and experiences, so that the victim feels guilty or unfaithful. In the context of the Muslim community, this practice can occur when religious understanding is used narrowly and authoritarianly, suppressing freedom of thought, and perpetuating power imbalances—both in family relationships, communities, and religious institutions. This article examines the phenomenon of religious gaslighting from the perspective of critical Islamic education, with the aim of dismantling manipulative patterns wrapped in religious narratives. The approach used is qualitative-descriptive with literature analysis of classical and contemporary Islamic sources, as well as interdisciplinary studies in the fields of religious psychology and educational philosophy. The results of the study show that religious gaslighting is not only a matter of individual morals, but also part of an authoritarian social and cultural structure that needs to be countered through liberating (ta'dib) and transformative Islamic education. Islamic education based on the values ​​of justice (al-‘adl), compassion (rahmah), and deliberation can be a critical tool for building a healthy spiritual awareness and freeing people from the shackles of manipulative authority. Thus, education has a central role in forming a generation of Muslims who are able to distinguish between the authenticity of Islamic teachings and their misuse in the practice of power.    

The rapid advancement of information technology has brought about new challenges for society, one of which is the widespread practice of online gambling. With unrestricted access across time and space, online gambling is easily accessible through mobile devices and the internet, making the public—especially those facing economic hardship, social influence, and easy access—highly vulnerable. Online gambling not only violates the law but also poses serious social and economic consequences, such as addiction, debt, family breakdowns, and a rise in criminal behavior. Through a Community Service (PkM) activity conducted by lecturers from the Faculty of Law, Sunan Bonang University, Tuban, in Panyuran Village, legal and social education regarding the dangers and sanctions of online gambling was provided. This activity used participatory and descriptive approaches through lectures and interactive discussions. The results showed an increase in participants’ understanding of the mechanisms, impacts, and legal consequences of online gambling, while also fostering awareness to avoid engaging in such illegal practices. Preventive efforts such as continuous education and family-based supervision are expected to serve as strategic measures to minimize the spread of online gambling within society.