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The furniture industry in Bukir Village, Pasuruan City, is one of the leading small and medium-sized industries (SMIs) that contributes significantly to local economic growth and employment. This study aims to analyze the potential of the furniture industry based on the empowerment of local workers, identify its contribution to the regional economy, and evaluate the level of employment in this sector. The research method employs a qualitative approach with data collection techniques through literature review and structured interviews. The results show that the furniture industry in Bukir Village has grown rapidly since 1980 with the support of the East Java Provincial Technical Implementation Unit (UPT) for Wood. Currently, there are 40 active businesses that can absorb 800-1,200 local workers, equivalent to 85% of the total workforce in the village. This industry uses a made-to-order production system with teak and sonokeling wood as raw materials and has expanded into the export market to Malaysia and other Southeast Asian countries. This study recommends strengthening marketing digitalization, improving human resource skills, and intensifying government support to enhance the competitiveness of the Bukir furniture industry. 

The Islamic economic system discusses the various challenges faced by Indonesia in developing this sector, the potential of the nation, and the achievements that have been achieved to date. The writing of this scientific paper aims to identify the main challenges in the development of the Islamic economy in Indonesia, explore strategic potentials that can be utilized, and examine the extent to which the development of the Islamic economy has taken place in the country. The data sources used come from literature such as relevant books, as well as additional information from online searches to enrich insights. The method used is a qualitative descriptive approach, which describes the situation systematically based on available data. The results of the analysis show that despite a number of obstacles, such as limited human resources, low Islamic financial literacy, and infrastructure challenges, the implementation of the Islamic economic system still has strong prospects. This is supported by the great potential that Indonesia has, including a very large Muslim population, government support, and increasing public interest in sharia-based products and services.

This community service program aims to improve the financial literacy and financial management skills of micro and small business (MSME) actors in Kertomulyo Village, Brangsong District, Kendal Regency. The main issues faced by local residents include limited access to formal financial institutions and a lack of understanding of business financial planning. The activity was held on November 19, 2024, using both classical and individual approaches, including lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on practice. Training materials covered budgeting, identifying funding sources, setting profit targets, and evaluating financial plans. A total of 60 MSME participants actively took part in the training. The results show increased participant understanding of basic financial management concepts, although further assistance is still needed by some. This activity demonstrates that practical-based training is effective in improving MSME financial capabilities and can serve as a replicable model for other regions facing similar challenges.

Penelitian ini menyoroti tingginya angka kematian akibat penyakit kardiovaskular di Indonesia, terutama karena henti jantung mendadak yang sering terjadi di luar rumah sakit dan minimnya pertolongan pertama yang tepat. Dengan melibatkan 30 siswa kelas X MA Sunan Pandanaran Yogyakarta sebagai sampel, penelitian pre-eksperimental ini menggunakan desain one group pretest-posttest untuk menilai pengaruh simulasi Bantuan Hidup Dasar (BHD) terhadap sikap kesiapsiagaan siswa. Setelah diberikan edukasi dan praktik simulasi BHD selama 30 menit, hasil menunjukkan peningkatan signifikan sikap kesiapsiagaan siswa dari kategori “cukup” menjadi “baik”, dengan uji Wilcoxon menghasilkan nilai p = 0,000 (p < 0,05). Simpulan penelitian ini adalah simulasi BHD efektif meningkatkan kesiapsiagaan siswa dalam menghadapi situasi darurat medis, sehingga disarankan agar metode ini diintegrasikan ke dalam kurikulum pendidikan kesehatan di sekolah menengah dan diperluas ke kelompok remaja di berbagai institusi pendidikan.

Negative thinking represents a type of cognitive distortion that can negatively impact an individual's mental health and impede their ability to adapt effectively in daily life. This study aims to explore the effectiveness of three cognitive strategies self-talk, reframing, and thought stopping in managing such negative thoughts. Utilizing a qualitative research approach, this study conducted a literature review alongside participatory observation. Data were gathered by analyzing various academic articles, books, and journals focusing on these three techniques in the context of controlling negative thought patterns. Findings reveal that each technique offers unique benefits: self-talk helps in cultivating a more positive internal dialogue, reframing enables individuals to interpret problems from a more constructive angle, and thought stopping effectively halts the recurrence of negative thoughts through conscious intervention. These results indicate that these cognitive techniques can serve as practical psychological interventions for managing negative thinking.

Gender discrimination is a serious problem that is often experienced by adolescents in social and educational environments. Feminist counseling techniques are present as an alternative approach that emphasizes equality, empowerment, and validation of client experiences, especially women. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of applying feminist counseling techniques in helping adolescents face and overcome the impact of gender discrimination. The method used is a descriptive qualitative study with a case study approach on several adolescents and school counselors. The results showed that techniques such as self-disclosure, reframing, and self-empowerment were effective in increasing adolescents' self-confidence, critical awareness, and courage in voicing gender injustice. The main obstacles in implementing these techniques are the counselors' lack of understanding of feminist principles and limited counseling time in schools. Therefore, training and institutional support are needed to optimize this approach.

This study employs Return On Investment (ROI) as a key metric to evaluate the financial performance of PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk. The selection of ROI is justified by its capacity to comprehensively assess the efficiency of the company's total operational assets in profit generation. Utilizing a descriptive research design, the analysis is based on secondary data extracted from the company's financial statements available through the Indonesia Stock Exchange. The research reveals that PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk achieved an ROI of 78%, indicating superior efficiency in investment management. These empirical findings provide valuable insights for corporate management to formulate strategic decisions aimed at enhancing future operational performance.

This study aims to analyze the financial performance of PT Mayora Indah Tbk using the Du Pont System approach. This method decomposes Return on Equity (ROE) into three main components: Net Profit Margin (NPM), Total Asset Turnover (TATO), and Equity Multiplier (EM). The research employs secondary data from the company’s 2023 and 2024 financial statements. The findings reveal that despite an increase in net sales, the company experienced a decline in net profit, asset efficiency, and ROE. ROE decreased from 21.29% in 2023 to 17.84% in 2024, influenced by a reduction in NPM and TATO, along with a rise in EM. This decline indicates pressures on profitability and asset efficiency. Therefore, the company should enhance operational efficiency and manage its capital structure effectively to sustain optimal financial performance.

The purpose of this study is to examine the effectiveness of the responsibility center in improving the performance of the General Election Commission (KPU) of Magelang City. This study uses a quantitative descriptive analysis method using financial reports and performance reports of KPU Magelang City. The results show that the responsibility center can improve the efficiency and effectiveness of financial management of KPU Magelang City, thereby improving organizational performance. This study contributes to the development of a better financial management system and improves the performance of KPU Magelang City in holding democratic and transparent general elections.

The increasingly tight job competition makes job seekers, especially fresh graduates, face difficulties in getting the jobs they dream of. Thus, self-preparation for graduates who will enter the world of work is now increasingly important. This study aims to determine the level of readiness of job seekers in Bekasi City in facing online job interviews in the digital era. Along with the development of technology and changes in recruitment patterns after the COVID-19 pandemic, online job interviews have become a common selection method used by companies. However, this transition requires job seekers to have online job interview readiness, technical readiness, mental readiness, understanding of ethics. The results of the study show that the majority of job seekers in Bekasi are at a moderate level of readiness. They have sufficient access to technology, but still experience obstacles in virtual communication and mastery of certain digital platforms.

This study discusses the implementation of Murabahah contracts in pension financing products at Islamic Banks in Indonesia. This study aims to examine the procedures, mechanisms, characteristics, and obstacles faced in the implementation of Murabahah contracts in pension financing. The research method uses a literature approach and field observation to obtain data and information related to the financing process. The results of the study indicate that the pension financing procedure based on the Murabahah contract has been running in accordance with sharia principles and applicable regulations, starting from submission, document verification, feasibility assessment, to disbursement of funds through the wakalah mechanism. The characteristics of pension financing emphasize the certainty of payment through direct autodebit from pension funds. However, there are several obstacles such as limited customer understanding, regulations that are not yet specific, and the complexity of administrative procedures. This study recommends increasing sharia literacy and strengthening regulations to support the development of sustainable sharia pension financing.

This study presents a bibliometric analysis of the dynamic relationship between Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), political connections, and sustainability. CSR has evolved from philanthropy to an important business strategy, driven by consumer demands and government regulations. Political connections influence the implementation of CSR, either facilitating or hindering it, depending on a country's governance system. Sustainability, measured by ESG pillars, is essential for competitiveness and long-term performance. Using the PRISMA and VOSviewer methodologies, 87 documents from Scopus were analyzed, revealing a significant increase in publications since 2019, with China and Indonesia as the main contributors. These findings identify 23 topic clusters, highlighting government interventions, green innovation, and sustainability reporting in enhancing CSR performance and corporate sustainability. This research provides significant theoretical and practical contributions to the CSR literature.

The 2023 Indonesian Health Survey stated that the proportion of exclusive breastfeeding in Sumatera Utara Province was quite low, namely 43.9%. The low coverage of exclusive breastfeeding is closely related to the lack of knowledge of postpartum mothers, which is a predisposing factor that encourages mothers to only give breast milk for 6 months to their babies. The purpose of this study was to determine the factors related to postpartum mothers' knowledge of exclusive breastfeeding in the Tuntungan Health Center work area, Pancur Batu Subdistrict. This study was an observational analytic study with a cross-sectional design. The sample in the study were postpartum mothers in the Tuntungan Health Center work area who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria, namely 50 people. The data collected were primary data obtained through questionnaires distributed to postpartum mothers. Bivariate analysis was carried out using the chi-square test to determine the relationship between the independent and dependent variables. Based on the study conducted, it is known that there is a relationship between age (p-value = 0.015), education (p-value = 0.026), and parity (p-value = 0.008) with postpartum mothers' knowledge of exclusive breastfeeding. There is no relationship between occupation (p-value = 0.224) and postpartum mothers' knowledge of exclusive breastfeeding. It is recommended that health workers in the Tuntungan Health Center work area, Pancur Batu Subdistrict, to improve the knowledge of postpartum mothers, especially for young mothers (<20 years) and primigravida mothers. It is also recommended that postpartum mothers improve their knowledge through various media, especially social media.

The development of early childhood social-emotional intelligence is an important aspect in the formation of character and social adaptability of children. This community service activity aims to enhance the understanding and competence of teachers and prospective PAUD educators through a national seminar that focuses on their strategic role in supporting children's social-emotional development. The implementation method is an interactive seminar involving expert speakers, group discussions, and practical case studies. The results of the activity showed a significant increase in participants' knowledge of the concept of social emotional intelligence, effective learning techniques, and strategies for managing children's emotions and positive social interactions. In addition, this seminar succeeded in encouraging teachers and prospective educators to apply a more empathetic and responsive learning approach to the emotional needs of early childhood. This activity makes a significant contribution to strengthening the role of educators as primary facilitators in the development of children's social-emotional intelligence, which ultimately supports the creation of a conducive and inclusive learning environment.

The use of AI by students is increasingly widespread and changing the way they learn and interact with course materials. This community service aims to provide socialization and education to UKM futsal students while promoting student rights, increasing student understanding of meta AI technology in education, as well as its potential positive and negative effects, and recognizing the importance of using certain meta AI technologies. Meta provides generative AI technology that drives the experience of using AI available through WhatsApp. Meta AI results will certainly be produced by AI as a form of response to users. The activity is carried out through socialization with discussion and lecture methods as well as questions and answers. The delivery material is in the form of slides that are displayed during the activity and sent to participants. This activity also includes assessing the level of participant understanding of meta AI technology.

This study aims to examine whether price and vouchers influence the purchasing decisions of Economics Education student at Universitas Sebelas Maret on the e-commerce platform Shopee. Forty-five respondent who had previously shopeed on Shopee were given questionnaires as part of quantitative approach and causality study methodology. Multiple linear regression analysis, validity, reliability, and classical assumption test were used to analyze the data. The regression coefficients for price (0,434) and vouchers (0,330) indicate that both price and vouchers have a positive and significant impact on purchasing decisions. Based on the F test, these two factors collectively contribute 55% to purchasing decisions. These results highlight the importance of pricing strategies and vouchers in inflluencing Shopee customers shopping decisions. To make findings more generalizable and comprehensive, future reasearch is recomended to increase the number of respondents and incorporate additional variables, such as aspects related to product quality, service, or promotions

Working mothers who have babies experience obstacles in breastfeeding due to low knowledge of ASI and how to store it properly. This study aimed to determine the effect of ASI health education on ASI knowledge of working mothers. The research used a quantitative experimental approach with a one-group pretest-posttest design. The population was working mothers who breastfed babies aged 0-6 months in the Kagok Semarang health centre work area. The number of samples was 30 people. The side technique used quota sampling. Data were obtained using a questionnaire and then analyzed using descriptive statistics and the Wilcoxon Test. The majority of the characteristics of working mothers in this study were aged 26- 30 years (53.6%), parity <3 Births (73.2%), high school education (35.7%), working outside the home (64.3%) and income > UMR (67.9%). Before health education, the knowledge of ASI in working mothers was quite good (16 people or 53.3%). The knowledge of ASI in working mothers after health education was good (20 people or 66.7%). There is an influence of ASI health education on the knowledge of ASI of working mothers (Z = -3.557 and p <0.05). The conclusion is that ASI health education can increase the knowledge of breastfeeding of a working mother.

Employee transfers are common in companies, but regulations regarding transfer provisions are still very minimal. The absence of specific provisions governing transfers is often misused by employers, resulting in industrial relations disputes, one of which occurred between PT. Amartha Manunggal Prima and Khairunnisa Utami. This study aims to analyze the validity of the transfer process carried out by the company if there are no provisions or legal basis underlying the transfer process. This study uses a normative legal method, by analyzing the conformity between the considerations of the Panel of Judges in Decision Number 24/Pdt.Sus-PHI/PN JMB with laws and regulations, especially Law Number 6 of 2023 concerning the Ratification of the Job Creation. Based on the results of the analysis, a transfer process is one of the company's rights to regulate human resources for the interests and progress of the company and in general transfers are regulated in work agreements, joint work agreements, or company regulations. If the mutation process is not regulated, then the mutation must be based on an agreement between the two parties as mentioned in the Supreme Court Decision Number 567 K/Pdt.Sus-PHI/2016 which stipulates that mutations without the consent of workers can be canceled through the industrial relations court. In addition, mutations must not conflict with existing laws and regulations, especially Article 32 of the Manpower Law which regulates the placement of workers,  

This study analyzes the judicial considerations in sentencing a perpetrator of money laundering originating from investment fraud, using the case of Decision Number 336/Pid.B/2023/PN Jkt.Pst as a reference. The defendant, Iwan Sabar, was proven to have employed a sophisticated scheme involving multiple fictitious entities to deceive victims and conceal the proceeds of crime. The analysis reveals that the judge applied a systematic legal and factual approach, including the principles of continuous acts (voortgezette handeling) and concursus realis between fraud and money laundering. In terms of penal objectives, the ruling reflects retributive and deterrent goals through a 10-year prison sentence and a fine of IDR 4 billion. However, rehabilitative and restorative aspects remain underdeveloped due to the absence of specific rehabilitation programs and a lack of clear mechanisms for victim compensation. Therefore, it is recommended that penal policies for economic crimes emphasize not only punishment but also victim recovery and offender reform in alignment with modern criminal justice principles.

This study aims to explore the effectiveness of the demonstration method in improving the ablution skills of early childhood. The study was conducted at TK Negeri Pembina Baubau with a Classroom Action Research (CAR) approach consisting of two cycles. The subjects of the study were 20 early childhood students who were students at the institution. The demonstration method was used to provide direct examples of the correct stages of ablution, with the hope that children could imitate them correctly. The results of the study showed a significant increase in both ablution practice skills and children's enthusiasm during the learning process. In the second cycle, the majority of children were able to perform ablution independently with the correct sequence and movements. In addition, the learning atmosphere became more active and enjoyable. Thus, it can be concluded that the demonstration method is effective in creating a positive learning experience and is able to optimally improve the ablution skills of early childhood.