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This study addresses citizenship justice in Indonesia amid the challenging era of globalization, focusing on the conflict between Pancasila as the state foundation and the dominant Islamic values in society. The study aims to analyze the synergy of Islamic principles—justice (ʿadl), equality (musawah), and public welfare (maslahah)—with the second and fifth principles of Pancasila to build sustainable and inclusive citizenship justice. The method used is qualitative, including content analysis and an in-depth literature review of the Qur'an, Hadith, and Pancasila documents, supplemented by semi-structured interviews with 20 experts in religion and constitutional law. The findings reveal a new conceptual framework called "Islamic Pancasila," which integrates the principle of tauhid with the value of gotong royong (mutual cooperation), reducing social polarization by up to 30% based on case simulations in multicultural areas like West Java. Islamic values provide a spiritual dimension that complements Pancasila, while Pancasila offers an inclusive nationalist framework. The study concludes that the synergy between Islamic values and Pancasila is not only a theoretical solution but also a practical strategy for realizing citizenship justice. Recommendations include integrating these values into the civic education curriculum and government policies to facilitate interfaith dialogue, strengthening national identity amid contemporary social and cultural dynamics.

Islamic education has a strategic role in shaping the character and morals of students in line with the principles of democracy. This article aims to examine how democratic values ​​such as equality, justice, deliberation, and tolerance can be instilled through the process of Islamic education, both formally in educational institutions and in non-formal contexts such as religious studies and socio-religious activities. With a qualitative descriptive approach and literature study, this study shows that Islamic education can be an effective instrument in instilling democratic values ​​through the integration of religious teachings, teacher role models, and strengthening the curriculum that encourages dialogue, freedom of thought, and respect for differences. Instilling democratic values ​​in Islamic education is not only relevant to the development of national character, but also becomes an important foundation in forming a civilized civil society.

The digital era has brought significant changes in various aspects of life, including building civic awareness. Islamic preaching as an effort to convey Islamic teachings and values has an important role in shaping characters and increasing public awareness of the rights and obligations of citizens, and also has a strategic role in instilling national values and social responsibility in a society that is increasingly digitally connected. By utilizing digital technology, preaching can be an effective means of spreading moral messages, ethics, and national values that are in line with Islamic teachings. Social media such as digital platforms, podcasts, websites, and so on make it easier for preachers to convey preaching more widely, so that they can reach various communities. This research was conducted through case studies and examining in more depth digital preaching activities through a particular institution or individual such as a YouTube account, digital preaching podcast or digital preaching community and observing public response to preaching content on social media. And analyzing the content by seeing to what extent the message that has been conveyed contains civic values such as tolerance, democracy and the rights and obligations of the state. Therefore, optimizing digital preaching is an urgent need in an effort to build a strong civic awareness based on Islamic values. Through digital communication such as educational content, preaching can increase individual awareness of their rights and obligations as citizens.    

Considering the importance of the involvement of the younger generation in the democratic process, the KPU launched the "Goes To Campus, School and Islamic Boarding School" program as an initiative to bring young voters closer to the election process. Through this program, the KPU carries out outreach in various educational institutions, including campuses, schools and Islamic boarding schools, with the aim of providing a better understanding of voting rights, the importance of participation, and voting mechanisms. The research method used is a qualitative approach with data collection through interviews, observation and documentation studies. The research results show that this program has succeeded in increasing GEN-Z voters' awareness and interest in participating in the election, although there are still challenges in terms of access to information and understanding of the election process. It is hoped that this article will provide insight for the KPU and other stakeholders in designing more effective strategies to involve the younger generation in democracy.

This study discusses the material on the relationship between multicultural education and the democratic political system in Indonesia from the perspective of Islamic Religious Education. Multicultural education adheres to the principle of equality of rights and degrees in education, regardless of differences in ethnicity, race, religion and culture. Meanwhile, in the existing democratic political system in Indonesia, adhering to the Pancasila Democracy system which holds the principle of difference is the capital of unity, different but still one in the frame of freedom for each individual to choose the direction of democracy and politics, but does not cause division in one unit as a child of the nation. The results of this study show that there is a strong relationship between multicultural education and the democratic political system in Indonesia based on the perspective of Islamic Religious Education, the relationship is as follows: 1) Divine relationship, 2) Justice relationship, 3) Equal relationship of rights and degrees, and 4) Independence relationship.

This study analyzes the differences between the neoliberal and social democratic paradigms in poverty alleviation policies in Indonesia, by adding an Islamic Economic perspective as an alternative. The neoliberal paradigm focuses on free market mechanisms, deregulation, and minimizing the role of the state, but often exacerbates social inequality. In contrast, the social democratic paradigm balances the role of the market and state intervention through resource redistribution and protection of vulnerable groups through sustainable social programs. Islamic economics offers a complementary approach oriented towards the principles of distributive justice, balance, and solidarity, by integrating spiritual values ​​into socio-economic policies. A qualitative approach is used in this study, with policy analysis of programs such as the Family Hope Program (PKH) and the National Health Insurance (JKN). The results show that the social democratic paradigm is more effective in reducing poverty systemically than neoliberalism, especially through increasing access to education, health, and social protection. However, budget constraints, corruption, and infrastructure gaps remain significant challenges. The Islamic Economic perspective emphasizes the importance of zakat, waqf, and infaq as instruments of wealth redistribution that have the potential to strengthen inclusive and sustainable poverty alleviation policies. This study recommends strengthening the synergy between the paradigm of social democracy and the values ​​of Islamic Economics to create policies that are more effective, equitable, and oriented towards the welfare of society holistically.  

The relationship between Islam and democracy has been a complex and often debated topic, particularly in Muslim-majority countries. This research aims to explore the compatibility between Islamic principles and democratic values using Indonesia as a case study. As one of the largest Muslim countries in the world, Indonesia offers a unique context in integrating religious teachings with the modern democratic system. Through qualitative methods that included a Google Form-based survey and a literature review of academic articles and journals, this research found that the majority of respondents (70%) believe that democratic values are in line with Islamic teachings, such as justice, deliberation and equality. However, the research also identified a number of challenges that Indonesia faces in harmonizing the two concepts. The main challenges include differences in the interpretation of Islamic law, difficulties in balancing sharia law with secular law, and the issue of political pluralism. In addition, factors such as intolerance, radicalism and identity politics often become obstacles in creating harmony between religious and democratic values. Despite these obstacles, Indonesia has made significant progress through moderation, strengthening civil society, and successfully managing religious and cultural diversity. Local traditions such as deliberation, gotong royong and pluralism provide a strong foundation for building an inclusive democratic system. This approach is not only relevant for the Indonesian context, but can also serve as a model for other Muslim-majority countries seeking to integrate religion and democracy. This research offers a new contribution to the understanding of the dynamics of the relationship between Islam and democracy, and highlights the importance of civil society strengthening, pluralism education, and the adaptation of religious values in the context of modern democracy. With the results obtained, this research is expected to be a reference for other Muslim countries in creating harmonious and sustainable political governance.

This study aims to describe and analyze the implementation, challenges, and solutions in applying the Kurikulum Merdeka through the P5 program in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) learning. The research was conducted at SMP Tahfidz Assyifa Al Islami Parung using a qualitative approach and field research methodology. Data collection techniques included interviews, documentation, and observation, with data validity tested through triangulation of methods and sources. Data analysis involved data collection, reduction, presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that the implementation of the Kurikulum Merdeka through the P5 program in PAI learning began in the fourth week of July in the 2024 academic year, focusing on entrepreneurship for seventh-grade students and democracy for eighth-grade students. However, challenges were identified, including limited teacher understanding and training regarding the P5 program, insufficient supervision from project coordinators, and inadequate module support, as the materials were primarily downloaded from the internet.

This research examines the pros and cons of Islamic leadership in Indonesia, a complex issue amidst the social and political diversity of a country with the largest Muslim population in the world. With a qualitative approach, this research explores various perspectives regarding the application of Islamic values ​​in leadership, which are considered to provide moral guidance and strengthen national identity. However, there are also concerns regarding the potential exclusion of non-Muslim groups and the disregard for the principles of democracy and pluralism. Through literature analysis, this research concludes the need for interfaith dialogue and political education that emphasizes religious harmony to create inclusive and just policies, so as to bridge Islamic values ​​with the needs of diverse communities.

This study aims to explore the relevance of the Qur'an and Hadith in shaping social values, political ethics, and decision-making in the contemporary era, highlighting their influence on various aspects of life, such as society, public policy, democracy, leadership, law, economics, education, and technology. In the modern context marked by global challenges, the values of the Qur'an and Hadith, such as justice, consultation (shura), honesty, and responsibility, provide a strong moral framework for creating a harmonious and civilized society. The findings indicate that the social values taught by Islam promote solidarity and respect for human rights, while the principles of political ethics emphasize trustworthiness and honesty in governance. In decision-making, consultation and justice are important, as they enable the creation of inclusive and democratic public policies. Moreover, the Islamic perspective on law emphasizes the protection of individual rights and social justice, while in economics, the teachings of the Qur'an and Hadith advocate for equitable wealth distribution and the elimination of usury. In the field of education, Islamic values integrate worldly and spiritual knowledge to shape a virtuous young generation, whereas, in technology, Islamic teachings offer ethical guidance for utilizing technological advancements for the betterment of humanity. This study concludes that the Qur'an and Hadith are not only relevant but also provide practical solutions to address modern challenges in various life sectors.

  This research discusses the Development of Good Governance Culture Through Islamic Education. The implementation of government in good governance is related to the issue of transparency, public accountability, and so on. Conceptually, it can be understood that good governance reflects a process that gives control to the community over its economy. Its institutions and social and political resources are used not only for development, but also to create integration for the welfare of the people. Good governance is also understood as the implementation of solid and responsible government that is in line with the principles of democracy and the market, efficient government, and government that is free and clean from corruption, collusion, and nepotism (KKN) activities. Democracy, morality, and creative-critical thinking are values that need to be developed and instilled in creating a culture of good governance. Through education, these values are instilled and transformed into the culture of the community. The education of these values is not just cognitive knowledge, but becomes integral in the personality of the younger generation, the future leader of the nation.

This paper discusses democracy in Islamic education, this paper aims to understand in depth the nature of educational democracy, namely educational democracy is a view that prioritizes obligations and rights, feelings and treatment by educational staff towards students in the educational process which includes 3 things, namely: respect for the dignity of fellow human beings, every human being has a change towards a healthy mind, and is related to common interests and welfare. Islamic educational democracy is the principle of implementing Islamic democracy in Islamic education. The democratic form of Islamic education is as follows: freedom for educators and students. Freedom here includes: (1) freedom to work; (2) freedom to develop potential; (3) freedom of opinion, equality for students in Islamic education, and respect for individual dignity in Islamic education. Next, to find out the democratic implementation of Islamic education through Integralistic education, Humanistic education, Pragmatic education, education that is abolished in Culture. The problem of democracy in Islamic education. The fundamental problem of Islamic education is the lack of clarity in the Islamic education paradigm. The ideological paradigm and the scientific paradigm are mixed in such a complex way that the scientific ideological paradigm develops. As a result, the tradition of creative, dynamic and open scientific thinking in the Islamic tradition, as well as the essence of revelation, is really difficult to develop. Democratic solutions in Islamic education: Changes that need to be made in Islamic education, namely emphasizing that Islamic educational institutions must design alternative, more democratic educational models that are in line with current development needs. The research method used is a basic theory method that uses data from materials that are library research, where the author reads and studies books or literature related to the problem being studied.      

The practice of creating the P5 concept in the Islamic religious education curriculum is a process aimed at developing understanding and application of the principles of Pancasila and Citizenship Education (P5) in the context of Islamic religious education. The P5 concept refers to five core values, namely Belief in One God, Humanity, Unity, Democracy, and Justice. In the context of the Islamic religious education curriculum, the practice of creating the P5 concept involves the development of learning materials that integrate P5 values into every aspect of Islamic religious education. This is intended to shape students' characters to be virtuous, patriotic, respectful of diversity, and have a sense of law and justice. The process of creating the P5 concept in the Islamic religious education curriculum involves various stages, starting from identifying relevant P5 values to Islamic teachings, developing learning materials that support the integration of these values, to assessing and evaluating the effectiveness of implementing the P5 concept in teaching. With the practice of creating the P5 concept in the Islamic religious education curriculum, it is hoped that students can become a generation with moral awareness, ethics, and adherence to Islamic teachings and Pancasila values as the foundation of the Indonesian state. This also serves as an effort to strengthen national identity and promote unity and harmony among the nation through Islamic religious education based on universal values of humanity and justice.

This study explores the intersection of Islamic education and democratic principles, focusing on their historical context and core tenets. Historically, Islamic education has emphasized knowledge, ethics, and community welfare, aligning with many democratic ideals such as equality and civic engagement. This research examines the compatibility between Islamic values and democratic principles, arguing that both systems advocate for justice, participation, and the common good. However, integrating these frameworks presents challenges, including criticisms regarding potential conflicts between religious doctrines and democratic freedoms. Despite these challenges, the benefits of harmonizing Islamic education with democracy are significant. Such integration can foster a more inclusive, ethically grounded civic society, enhancing mutual respect and cooperation. This study aims to contribute to the ongoing discourse on how educational practices rooted in Islamic teachings can enrich democratic processes, ultimately promoting a balanced approach to faith and civic responsibility.

Democratization in Islamic education is an approach that emphasizes democratic principles to achieve an inclusive and fair education system in accordance with Islamic teachings. This concept involves the active participation of all members of the educational community, ensuring inclusivity, and developing students' skills. In this abstract, we will explain the essence of the democratization of education in Islam and its impact on the development of a generation that has morals and makes positive contributions to society. The democratization of education in Islam includes the development of leadership skills and values. Islam teaches the values ​​of fair and responsible leadership. Therefore, a democratic education system in an Islamic context must pay special attention to the formation of students' character and leadership, so that they can contribute positively to society. Democratization of education in Islam is not just the implementation of the concept of democracy in educational practice, but also reflects Islamic values ​​that encourage justice, equality and active participation. By understanding and applying these principles, Islamic education can be a means of producing a generation that is not only academically intelligent, but also has noble character and is able to play an active role in building a just and harmonious society.

This paper will discuss democracy in Islamic education. The discussion on democracy in Islamic education starts from the most general definition of democracy, then democracy aims to provide equal opportunities for every student to achieve the highest level of education according to his abilities. As for what is meant by democracy is defined as an ideology or a way of life that prioritizes equal rights, obligations, and treatment for all citizens. In the context of education, democracy is shown by giving equal attention and effort to students, regardless of their natural ability, health or social status.

In today's modernization era, it is very important for an institution to combine the values of Pancasila and the dimensions of Islamic education. Through this article we can find out the form of the critical paradigm of Pancasila and the factors that influence the crisis of Pancasila in the dimension of Islamic education and provide solutions to problems that may arise. This research method uses qualitative descriptive methods with a descriptive approach. Research informants consisted of three responders, namely students of Raden Fatah State Islamic University Palembang, the community around campus A UIN Raden Fatah Palembang, and finally students of other universities. Data were collected through observation and direct interviews. Data analysis is collected through qualitative descriptive, so that deep and accurate conclusions are obtained on the problems studied. The results of this study are first, That is the form or form of the Pancasila crisis paradigm which can be described as the Pancasila philosophy. Describe it as the philosophy of pancasila itself. Second, the factors that influence the critical paradigm of pancasila in the dimension of Islamic education are 1) The theme of evic educational democracy, 2) Multicultural culture, 3) Economy, 4) Mindset, 5) Pancasila values, 6) Education, 7) Social, and 8) Educational environment. Finally, the solution to maintain the sovereignty of the critical paradigm of Pancasila in the dimension of Islamic education, among others: improving the quality of efficiency of Islamic education, cultural approaches, internalizing education, implementing behaviors contained in the values of Pancasila.