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This study examines the stigma and patterns of social support in adolescents with unplanned pregnancies in Makassar in the context of the Bugis-Makassar culture that upholds the values of siri' (honor and shame). Teen pregnancy is understood as an experience influenced by the confluence of traditional values, religious morality, and modern social demands. This study used an Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) approach on 17 adolescent girls aged 15–19 years who experienced unplanned pregnancies in June–November 2023. Data were obtained through in-depth semi-structured interviews, recorded, verbatim transcribed, and analyzed using a six-stage science process with a focus on the experience of stigma and social support. Two main themes emerged: Living Under the Shadow of Siri': Multidimensional Stigma and Navigating Social Support in the Context of Shame. Participants experienced widespread stigma in a variety of contexts, including family (serial violations and family shame), society (moral judgments and gossip), health services (discrimination of health workers), and educational environments (bullying and exclusion). Stigma is also internalized in the form of guilt and negative identity, and is especially severe in adolescents with economic limitations. Efforts to seek support are often hampered by concerns about stigma, so adolescents engage in selective disclosure and rely more on peers. Grandma is often the most accepting source of family support. These findings underscore the need for multilevel interventions that reduce community stigma, strengthen friendly and confidential health services, and develop culturally sensitive peer support networks.

This research discusses the effectiveness of the implementation of diversion for children in conflict with the law in the crime of aggravated theft, with a case study at the Surabaya Children Crisis Center (SCCC). The background of the research is based on the importance of protecting children's rights in the criminal justice sistem, in accordance with Law Number 11 of 2012 concerning the Child Criminal Justice Sistem (UU SPPA), which prioritizes restorative justice and the principle of diversion to avoid the negative impact of formal punishment on children. This research uses empirical juridical method with descriptive analysis approach, examining primary data from interviews with legal counsel at SCCC as well as secondary data from related legal literature. The results show that diversion at SCCC has been implemented according to procedures at various stages of the legal process, from investigation, investigation, to trial. However, the implementation still faces obstacles such as the lack of understanding of law enforcement officials, limited human resources at legal aid institutions, and challenges in mediation between offenders and victims. In conclusion, although the implementation of diversion in SCCC is quite effective in protecting children's rights and preventing social stigma, the implementation of diversion in SCCC is not yet effective.

Labeling theory provides a critical perspective on the criminal justice system that tends to reinforce criminal identities through formal labeling. Unfortunately, criminal policies that are ideally designed to manage crime and maintain social stability often result in negative impacts such as stigmatization. This study explores the integration of labeling theory and decriminalization as a more inclusive and social justice-based criminal policy approach. The research method used is a qualitative research method with a conceptual approach. The results of the study indicate that decriminalization prevents formal labeling that is the root of the cycle of social stigma. In addition, decriminalization provides opportunities for individuals to remain integrated into society, increases their access to health services and rehabilitation programs, and creates more inclusive social conditions. However, the success of decriminalization depends heavily on the government's ability to overcome various inherent challenges, including cultural resistance, concerns about policy abuse, and limited supporting infrastructure.

The reasons why adolescents fall into the streets vary depending on the individual, with each individual having different problems and needs. Street youth usually earn their income by working on the street from multiple locations, which worsens their situation by creating a negative stigma from the community and uncertainty about their future. Therefore, their empowerment is necessary. The purpose of this research is to achieve an understanding of the roles, stages of the process, as well as the results achieved in the context of empowerment efforts through the Family Return Roadmap program. This research applies a descriptive qualitative approach. The data collection process was conducted through interviews, observation, and documentation. Purposive sampling technique was used to determine relevant informants. The research was conducted at Pondok Tasawuf Underground located in Ciputat Shophouse Complex. The results showed that the empowerment role of Pondok Tasawuf Underground aims to create change for street youth. To achieve this goal, they are given a program that focuses on economic and social aspects, called the Family Return Roadmap, and are supported by adequate facilities to support the implementation of the program. In the stages of the empowerment process, there is a process of forming behavioral awareness, transforming knowledge, and developing intellectual skills. The results of the program implemented in Family Return Roadmap have a positive impact on the economic and social independence of street youth after they participate in the program.

Schizophrenia is a chronic and severe brain disease that affects a person's thoughts, feelings and behavior. The core symptoms of schizophrenia can be categorized into five groups, namely positive symptoms, negative symptoms, cognitive symptoms, emotional symptoms, and social/occupational dysfunction. The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between self-stigma and quality of life in schizophrenia patients. This research uses a descriptive correlation design applied cross-sectionally. The population in the study were schizophrenic patients at the Dr. Mental Hospital. Soeharto Heerdjan Jakarta as many as 106 people. Sample calculations used the Slovin formula to obtain a sample size of 84 respondents. The sampling technique uses purposive sampling. Test the hypothesis in research using Chi-square. The results of the chi-square statistical test obtained a p value of 0.001, which means the p-value is smaller than alpha (0.05). Therefore, the null hypothesis is rejected and the alternative hypothesis is accepted, or there is a relationship between self-stigma and the quality of life of schizophrenia patients in mental hospitals. The results of the study showed that the odds ratio (OR) of self-stigma having a negative impact on a decent quality of life in people with schizophrenia was 0.393. In conclusion, there is a relationship between self-stigma and quality of life in schizophrenia patients.

This research aims to describe the perceptions of Sociology of Religion college students at the State Islamic University of North Sumatra towards victims of sexual violence at Indonesian universities. In general, perception is a person's way of looking at something. This research uses a quantitative descriptive type and approach. The population of this study was 281 Sociology of Religion college students at the State Islamic University of North Sumatra, with a margin of error of 10%, and a sample of 74 people. The sampling technique used is stratified random sampling. Questionnaires are a data collection technique with a perception measuring tool in the form of a Likert scale. The results of the research reveal that the perception of Sociology of Religion college students at the North Sumatra State Islamic University towards victims blaming for sexual violence in Indonesian universities is negative. Respondents are know victim blaming well, victim blaming is often found in cases of sexual violence, where women are the ones who are vulnerable to becoming objects of sexual violence. This is characterized by siding with victims of sexual violence, such as sympathy and empathy for victims, victims must receive protection, victims of violence do not deserve to be blamed, and justifying incidents of sexual violence as not being caused by the victim's behavior. Meanwhile, other neutral responses revealed that the way women dress and their body shape are the causes of sexual violence. This means that women who wear closed or open clothing both have the opportunity to become victims. Furthermore, neutral responses to victims of sexual violence always exaggerate the cases at hand. On the contrary, the news media tends to exaggerate so that it leads to opinion, which ends up making it difficult for the victim to reveal the case they are facing because of concerns about giving the victim a negative stigma.

Scavenger societies are social groups that depend on the activities of collecting, sorting, and recycling used goods. They do this work as the main source of income. This research aims to understand the characteristics and role of scavenger communities in waste and environmental management. The research methods used include surveys, interviews, and field observations. The collected data is analyzed qualitatively by identifying the main themes that arise from the research results. The results show that scavenger communities have an important role in reducing waste and recycling used goods. They collect various types of materials such as paper, plastic, metal, and electronics that can be resold or recycled. Their work contributes to reducing the negative impact on the environment and sustainable waste management. However, scavenger communities also face challenges and obstacles in carrying out their work. They often experience unsafe working conditions and health risks due to exposure to hazardous materials. In addition, they also face limited access to public services and social stigma that can affect their daily lives.

Each religion has its own symbols and uniqueness. Islam is the dominant religion in Indonesia. Islamic women are usually symbolized by the hijab and long clothes. Not infrequently there are also Muslim women who wear the veil. The veil is a face covering for Muslim women that covers all parts of the face except for the eye area, which is combined with a hijab and long clothes which are usually dominated by dark colors. But in Indonesia itself, women who wear the veil reap many pros and cons. This research was conducted to find out how the interactions that occur between women who wear the veil and the surrounding community. This study uses a type of qualitative research with an ethnographic approach. Qualitative research helps researchers to obtain an answer to a symptom, fact or reality that is being faced and to be able to understand a problem that is being studied. Ethnography is the study of culturally shared groups involving the core values and beliefs of their members. The subjects of this study were students studying at several campuses in Jember Regency. The results showed that the motivation of the informants in wearing the veil was as a form of obedience to religion and also to protect and avoid bad things. Several informants stated that they experienced some difficulties in interacting with the surrounding community when they wore the veil. Not infrequently they also receive negative stigma from society. So this is also a big challenge for veiled women in Indonesia, especially in the area around Jember Regency.