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This photographic work showcases the everyday expriences of the punk youth community in Glugur Dara I Subdistrict, East Medan District, by employing a human interest documentation approach. The photography’s subject and main focus was the punk community, drawn from the author’s daily life in Medan City, where street musicians frequently perform at traffic intersections. The writer became interested in a set of entertainers whose looks and traits were remarkably unique—they belong to the Glugur punk community. These punk youths generally work as street performers and showcase their preferred lifestyle through punk clothing and adornments. The goal of this work is to artistically depict the symbols, attire, and identity of the punk community from a humanistic visual angle. The creative process consists of three main stages: pre-production, production, and post-production. The outcome of this project is a series of twelve photographic pieces under various titles, each capturing the punk community’s everyday life filled with freedom of expression, solidarity, and creative endeavors—highlighting their subcultural identity within an urban context.

This study aims to examine and compare the expenditure and income patterns between traditional market traders in Sukaramai Market and MMTC with street vendors operating around the State University of Medan (UNIMED). This study is based on the main differences between the two groups, especially related to business legality, sales location, and operational costs, which have the potential to affect business effectiveness and the economic welfare of the actors. The comparative quantitative method was used to collect data through questionnaires and Simple Random Sampling sampling techniques on 45 respondents, consisting of 30 market traders and 15 street vendors. The collected data were then analyzed using statistical inference techniques to obtain accurate and reliable parameter estimates. The results of the study show that market traders have an average income of IDR 9.37 million with expenses of IDR 6.7 million per month, so that the net profit obtained reaches IDR 2.67 million. Meanwhile, street vendors have an average income of IDR 7.2 million and expenses of IDR 5.53 million, so that their net profit is around IDR 1.67 million. Although market traders' expenses are higher, they still get a greater net profit. This study confirms that business location, legality, and management system factors significantly affect the efficiency and economic success of traders. This finding is very relevant as a basis for formulating fair and sustainable policies for empowering the informal sector, especially for small and micro traders in urban areas, in order to optimally improve their economic welfare.

In the digital era and amidst increasingly intense competition in the fashion industry, local brands are required to continuously innovate to remain relevant and appealing to consumers. RUCAS, as a local Indonesian streetwear brand, is known for its limited edition marketing strategy that successfully creates a sense of exclusivity and enhances product appeal. This study aims to analyze the influence of perceived value and product quality on consumers’ purchase intention toward RUCAS limited edition products, as well as to examine the role of brand trust as a mediating variable. This study takes a quantitative approach, utilizing the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) technique. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed to 200 respondents who had purchased or were familiar with RUCAS products. The results indicate that perceived value and product quality significantly influence both brand trust and purchase intention. Furthermore, brand trust is proven to mediate the relationship between perceived value and product quality with consumer purchase intention. These findings emphasize the importance of maintaining high product quality and creating strong perceived value to build trust and increase consumer purchase intention, particularly in the context of exclusivity-based marketing strategies such as those implemented by RUCAS.

The phenomenon of street children, vagrants, and beggars is still a fairly complex social problem in Pasuruan City. The Pasuruan City Government has issued Regional Regulation Number 7 of 2021 as an effort to overcome the existence of street children, vagrants and beggars who are considered to disturb public order. This study aims to determine how the policy is implemented and identify supporting and inhibiting factors for its implementation. This study uses a qualitative research method with a descriptive approach and uses the Van Metter and Van Horn policy implementation theory as the basis for analysis. The results of the study show that although the policy has fairly clear standards and targets, its implementation has not been optimal due to the lack of resources, the unavailability of special rehabilitation facilities in Pasuruan City, and the weak ongoing commitment of the implementers. Coordination between implementing agencies is also not fully synergistic. Therefore, the successful implementation of this Regional Regulation requires improvements in aspects of resources, rehabilitation facilities, and strengthening cross-agency cooperation. A stronger commitment is needed from the local government so that handling street children, vagrants and beggars can be carried out more comprehensively and sustainably.

Pasuruan City has an economic dynamic driven by the informal sector, especially street vendors (PKL), which play a crucial role in supporting the community's economy. One of the locations that is the center of street vendor activities is the Pasuruan City Square area. Despite its strategic value, the presence of street vendors in the area has caused problems related to order, cleanliness, and public space management. In response, the Pasuruan City Government has enacted Local Regulation No. 2/2013 on the Arrangement and Empowerment of Street Vendors. This study aims to analyze the implementation of the policy and identify factors that support and hinder its implementation. This research uses a descriptive qualitative approach by referring to Van Meter and Van Horn's policy implementation theory, which includes six main indicators. Data collection techniques were conducted through interviews, observation, documentation, and literature study. The results show that policy implementation is quite effective, as seen from the addition of official locations, assistance with facilities such as carts, and entrepreneurship training. However, challenges remain, mainly related to limited human resources and low compliance of street vendors with zoning regulations.

Child marriage remains a serious issue in many regions of Indonesia, including Sampang Regency, Madura. Despite the implementation of laws that set the minimum legal age for marriage, early marriages are still widespread and bring various negative impacts, including educational dropout, reproductive health risks, and socio-economic problems. This study aims to analyze the impact of child marriage using the Street-Level Bureaucracy approach developed by Michael Lipsky (2010). This approach focuses on how front-line policy implementers-such as officials from the Office of Religious Affairs (KUA), Religious Court judges, social service officers, and community leaders-interpret and enforce child marriage prevention policies at the local level. This research employs a qualitative method with data collected through in-depth interviews with policy implementers and affected community members. The findings indicate that policy implementation is heavily influenced by the discretion of street-level bureaucrats and is shaped by local cultural values and social pressures. Variations in how policies are applied lead to inconsistent outcomes in child marriage prevention. The study also highlights that child marriage often results in school dropout, emotional and financial unpreparedness, and reproductive health risks.

Indonesia's cosmetics industry has experienced rapid growth, leading to heightened competition and necessitating consumer-oriented marketing strategies. Jelita Cosmetic Store, located on Mayjend HR. Muhammad Street in Surabaya, faces these challenges by focusing on key marketing aspects such as Store Atmosphere, Sales Promotion, and Product Diversity. This study aims to examine the influence of Store Atmosphere, Sales Promotion, and Product Diversity on consumer purchasing decisions at the aforementioned store. A quantitative research method was employed, involving 100 respondents through an online questionnaire. The findings indicate that all three variables significantly affect purchasing decisions, both partially and simultaneously. These results underscore the importance of integrated marketing strategies in enhancing customer loyalty and increasing sales. This research is expected to serve as a reference for cosmetic retail practitioners and encourages future studies to include additional variables such as price, service quality, or brand image to provide a more comprehensive understanding of consumer purchasing behavior.

Ciramahilir Village in Purwakarta Regency faces a serious problem due to the lack of street lighting, which negatively impacts the safety, comfort, and socio-economic activities of the community. This community service program aimed to improve the quality of life for residents by installing solar-powered street lights at strategic locations within the village. The approach used was Participatory Action Research (PAR), involving the community actively in every stage of the program—from problem identification and planning to implementation and evaluation. The results show that the street lighting intervention had a positive impact on residents' sense of security, increased night-time activities, and strengthened collective awareness to maintain public infrastructure. Additionally, technical training and assistance enhanced the community's capacity to sustain the installed systems. This activity also demonstrated that appropriate renewable energy technology can serve as an effective tool for promoting sustainable social change in rural areas.

This community service activity aims to enhance the technical capacity and participation of residents in designing and constructing streetlight poles in Ciramahilir Village, Purwakarta Regency. The village's main issue is the lack of street lighting, which affects safety and community activities at night. The implementation method used a participatory approach through the formation of a working group, technical training, and hands-on installation using appropriate technology. The results showed improved technical skills among residents, successful installation of lights in dark-prone areas, and the establishment of a community-based maintenance structure. This success indicates that locally driven training combined with active community involvement can serve as an effective strategy to address rural infrastructure problems independently and sustainably

The exploitation of street children is a complex social problem in Indonesia, especially in large cities. Children living on the streets are highly vulnerable to exploitation. Although the government has regulated child protection through Law No. 35 of 2014 as a revision of Law No. 23 of 2002, the implementation of these protections has not been optimal in practice. This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Child Protection Law in addressing the exploitation of street children, identify obstacles in its implementation, and evaluate the suitability of legal norms with their practices. This study uses a normative legal method with a descriptive qualitative approach, based on an analysis of legal documents, scientific literature, and relevant data. The results of the study show that the implementation of child protection still faces many obstacles, such as a lack of supporting facilities, poor coordination between institutions, a lack of education for the community, and weak law enforcement. In addition, there is still a gap between ideal legal provisions and practices in the field. In conclusion, child protection is not sufficient with regulations alone but also requires integrated, sustainable, and participatory implementation so that Indonesian children, especially street children, can live safely, be protected, and develop optimally.

This research explores the role of the film Dilan 1990 in shaping the tourism imagination of Bandung through the interaction of its main characters and the representation of urban space within the narrative. Employing a descriptive qualitative approach with semiotic analysis and cultural representation theory, the research examines how visual and narrative elements in the film influence audience perceptions of Bandung as a cultural and nostalgic tourist destination. The findings reveal that Dilan 1990 successfully reconstructs collective memory of 1990s Bandung through cultural symbols, youth communication styles, and the depiction of urban spaces such as schools, streets, and city landmarks like Gedung Merdeka and Jalan Asia Afrika. The interpersonal communication between Dilan and Milea enhances the emotional depth and appeal of these urban settings, embedding them within a romantic narrative that resonates with viewers. This representation fosters an emotional connection between the audience and the locations portrayed, contributing to the emergence of film-induced tourism. The study concludes that film can serve as an effective medium for promoting cultural tourism, while also emphasizing the importance of interpersonal communication in enhancing tourism appeal through emotional and symbolic engagement.

The regulation of street vendors (PKL) in Aceh Besar Regency is part of the local government's efforts to maintain public order and manage public space effectively. This study aims to analyze the preventive and repressive strategies implemented by the Municipal Police Unit in regulating street vendors. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed, with data collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The findings reveal that preventive strategies are carried out through guidance activities such as socialization, counseling, and routine patrols. However, the effectiveness of these strategies remains limited due to resource constraints and low participation from the vendors. On the other hand, repressive strategies involve direct enforcement through warnings and evictions, as well as indirect enforcement through cross-sector coordination and business location relocation. Repressive measures often provoke resistance from vendors, especially since the designated relocation areas are perceived as economically unstrategic. The implications of this research highlight the importance of strengthening persuasive approaches, enhancing inter-agency coordination, and providing viable relocation sites to ensure that enforcement policies are implemented effectively, sustainably, and with public acceptance.

Street Children are one of the complex social problems in big cities in Indonesia The Kupang City Government has issued a policy through Kupang City Regional Regulation No. 8 of 2013 which regulates the Handling and Empowerment of Street Children, Vagrants, and Beggars in its area. The Social Service has not been fully effective in supporting social welfare. This can be seen from the problem of Street Children in Kupang City, where there are still many underage children who are often seen wandering the streets. They are involved in various activities, such as selling newspapers, snacks, and even begging to anyone who stops. The type of research used in this study uses empirical legal research where this research method functions to see the law in a real sense and examine how the law works in the community. The results of the research and discussion show that (1) the results of the research conducted at the Kupang City Social Service are related to the Duties and Responsibilities of the Social Service in providing social welfare services for street children. This refers to the Kupang City Regional Regulation Number 8 of 2013 concerning the Handling and Empowerment of Street Children. As the implementer, the Social Service has the authority to provide guidance and control to street children. In addition, the implementing agents involved also carry out their duties and functions in accordance with their roles as regional apparatus, ensuring that the coaching process runs in accordance with the responsibilities carried out. (2) Factors that hinder the city social services in providing services in the field of social welfare for street children in Kupang City include internal factors.  

This study uses a qualitative method to examine the effectiveness of marketing strategies implemented by Islamic banks in attracting young customers. The background of this research is based on the significant growth of the Islamic banking sector in Indonesia, which has not yet fully optimized the potential of the youth market segment. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with marketing managers and young customers, as well as documentation of the promotional strategies employed. The findings reveal that marketing strategies emphasizing Islamic values, service digitalization, and social media campaigns significantly influence young customers’ interest. However, some challenges were also identified, such as low Islamic financial literacy among the youth and limited product innovation tailored to their needs. This study recommends strengthening Islamic financial education, collaborating with youth communities, and developing technology-based products and services so that Islamic banks can be more competitive in attracting young customers. With a more adaptive and communicative approach, Islamic banks have the potential to become the preferred choice for the younger generation in the future.

In Tanjungpinang, street vendors' (PKL) resistance to government policy demonstrates the complex dynamics of informal economy management. The purpose of this research is to gain an understanding of the different types of PKL resistance, the methods they use, and how it impacts on local economic policy. Relevant scientific documents were analyzed using a literature study approach. The results show that street vendors not only carry out physical resistance, but also carry out symbolic and cultural actions. As a result, organized social movements emerge. The government's top-down policies often cause tensions, so discussions and cooperation are needed to create more inclusive and participatory policies. Economic empowerment, spatial flexibility, and the development of public-private partnerships are some of the suggested solutions. It is hoped that this research will make a significant contribution to building a policy model that is more responsive to the social realities of society, especially with regard to vulnerable groups.

The revitalization of urban heritage areas in Indonesia, exemplified by Panggung Street in Surabaya, faces multifaceted challenges encompassing the preservation of historical character, socio-economic enhancement, and the creation of inclusive public spaces. Current revitalization efforts often misalign with the area’s authentic features such as inappropriate facade treatments while neglecting accessibility for vulnerable groups and failing to foster effective collaboration among stakeholders. This study employs a descriptive qualitative case study approach, synthesizing field observations, in-depth interviews with local actors, comprehensive literature reviews, and precedent analyses of Braga Street in Bandung and heritage zones in Malacca. Data were analyzed using SWOT and root cause analysis to identify systemic barriers and leverage opportunities, while comparative-historical interpretation contextualized Surabaya’s urban identity. Triangulation ensured methodological rigor and validity. The research culminates in a holistic revitalization framework emphasizing three key strategies: restoration of authentic architectural features, including original colors and ornamentation, enhancement of inclusive infrastructure, such as accessible pedestrian pathways and universal signage and active community participation through workshops and cultural initiatives like the Kya-Kya night market. This integrated approach not only preserves the area’s historical integrity but also fosters social cohesion, economic vitality, and collective pride. The study demonstrates that combining heritage conservation with inclusive design principles can transform urban spaces into dynamic, accessible, and sustainable environments. The findings offer valuable insights for other Southeast Asian cities facing similar heritage revitalization challenges.

Catcalling, also known as street harassment, is a form of sexual harassment that occurs in public places. This form of harassment usually takes the form of unwanted, sexual, provocative or degrading comments or statements, and is often directed at other people, especially women. Many believe that catcalling is something common and normal, some even consider it a compliment or joke that usually occurs in public places. This research adopts a qualitative approach, collecting main data from hadiths contained in digital collections such as Maktabah Syamilah, Hadith Soft, and Hadith Encyclopedia Buku 9 Imams. Secondary data sources include literature related to catcalling cases. Data was collected through library research. This research uses thematic methods to analyze contemporary hadiths and applies grounded theory methods. This research reveals that catcalling has two types, namely verbal and non-verbal. The perpetrator often says words with the aim of teasing. And there are several precautions that we must take to prevent catcalling. These include guarding your words and actions, having the principles of ukhuwwah Islamiyyah, being silent, and not sitting on the side of the road.

This study uses primary data in the form of types of damage identified through direct surveys in the field and the thickness of the existing pavement layer carried out by asphalt test-pit testing. The secondary data obtained from the Makassar City Public Works Agency in the form of road pavement data, LHR 2021-2023, CBR, and deflection data in 2023. The results of the analysis show that the condition of Jalan Hertasning - Jalan Yasin Limpo with the pavement on the section is classified as fair with the highest PCI value of 77 in the excellent rating and the lowest of 22 in the very poor rating. The analysis of the new pavement was carried out using the 2017 Bina Marga method, the thickness of the AC-WC layer is 4 cm, AC-BC is 6 cm thick, AC-Base is 8 cm thick, Class A Foundation Layer is 30 cm thick, and Class S additional Foundation Layer is 20 cm thick. Through the mechanistic-empirical method of the KENPAVE program, it shows that the additional pavement layer (overlay) of the Hertasning Street to Yasin Limpo Street section for fatigue cracking damage is 0.0001992 with a load repetition value of 1,441,176 ESAL. The remaining value of the 20-year design life, obtained the thickness of the AC-WC pavement layer of 4 cm, the AC-BC layer of 6 cm, the AC-Base layer of 8 cm, and for the Class A upper foundation layer of 30 cm and an additional layer with Class S aggregate of 20 cm thick which is placed under the Class A Foundation Layer. Meanwhile, based on the KENPAVE program, it shows that during the 20-year design life, the pavement can withstand the load without damage because the load repetition control value is greater than the planned LHR value (Nr). The remaining design life value on Jalan Hertasning to Jalan Yasin Limpo using the Bina Marga 2017 method shows that the planned thickness of the new pavement layer is given an additional layer because the soil bearing capacity is less than 6% so that it is necessary to provide embankment material as a form of soil improvement for the minimum road foundation design in Bina Marga 2017.    

This study aims to describe the economic dynamics among street vendors (PKL) in Tarutung. Using a case study approach, this research identifies various factors influencing the sustainability and development of street vendor businesses, as well as the socio-economic impacts on the surrounding community. The primary focus of the study is to understand the role of PKL in the local economy, including job creation, income generation, and the challenges faced regarding government policies and business competition. Data was collected through field observation, in-depth interviews with vendors, and an analysis of relevant local policies. The findings reveal that although PKL face challenges related to regulations and market access, they play a crucial role in the economic dynamics of the region and can be key pillars in local economic development.

Between June and early August, six accidents occurred on the Semarang-Solo toll road compared to other toll roads, one of which involved 15 vehicles. To reduce accidents, information on the causes of accidents and the risk factors involved needs to be studied. This research method uses descriptive observational. Data were collected through observations twice during the day and once at night. The results of the study found a relationship between environmental factors, driver factors, and vehicle factors that contribute to the risk of accidents. Suggestions: Efforts are needed to minimize contributing risk factors in order to reduce the risk of accidents. The method used in this study is descriptive observational, with data collected through direct observation at two times during the day and once at night. This approach allows for observation of road conditions and driver behavior at various times, both during the day and night, which often have different levels of accident risk. These observations not only look at the physical condition of the road, but also pay attention to the factors of the drivers and vehicles involved. The results show a significant relationship between environmental factors, driver factors, and vehicle factors that can increase the risk of accidents. Several environmental factors, such as weather conditions, street lighting, and inadequate toll road design, have been found to influence accident rates. Furthermore, driver factors such as fatigue, excessive speed, and negligence also contribute significantly to accidents. Equally important, poorly maintained vehicles or vehicles that do not meet safety standards also play a role in causing accidents. It is recommended that efforts to minimize these risk factors be coordinated between authorities and the public. Improving the quality of toll road infrastructure, providing adequate lighting, and monitoring driver behavior are essential.