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Advances in financial technology require people to have adequate digital financial literacy in order to be able to use financial services safely and wisely. However, there are still many community groups that face limited understanding, including the wife of a retired National Police officer in Megamendung, Bogor. This Community Service Program (PKM) is designed to increase their knowledge, awareness, and skills in managing finances through digital services. The implementation method includes socialization, counseling, interactive discussions, and practical guidance in the use of digital financial applications such as e-wallets and online banking services. Evaluation of activities was carried out through observation, question and answer sessions, and measurement of the level of understanding before and after socialization. The results showed a significant increase in participants' understanding of the concept of digital financial literacy, including benefits and risks to watch out for, such as digital fraud and irregular financial management. In addition, participants also experienced an increase in confidence in using digital financial services for daily needs. This program is expected to encourage family financial independence and improve the economic welfare of the wives of retired POLRI officers in Megamendung, Bogor, as well as become a model for community empowerment in facing the challenges of the digital era.

Guidance and Counseling services have a strategic role in supporting students’ holistic development, including academic, social, emotional, and moral aspects. However, in practical implementation, counseling services in schools still show a gap between theoretical ideal concepts and real field practices. This study aims to analyze the role of school counselors in the implementation of Guidance and Counseling services at MTs Ibnu Sina Karawang, focusing on the counselor’s role, teacher-student interaction patterns, supporting factors, and challenges faced during implementation. This research employed a qualitative approach through semi-structured interviews with the school principal, teachers, and selected students. The findings show that the counselor plays multiple roles, namely as a disciplinary guide, personal counselor, moral educator, and facilitator of religious character strengthening. The interaction between counselors and students is carried out through humanistic, empathetic and communicative approaches. Supporting factors include strong collaboration among teachers, principals, homeroom teachers, and religious-based school activities. Meanwhile, several obstacles are found such as limited number of counselors, lack of students’ comprehensive understanding about BK functions, limited time allocation, and negative stigma that counseling services are only for problematic students. This research emphasizes the need for strengthening counseling literacy and transforming services into more preventive, developmental, collaborative, and continuously progressive student-oriented programs.

This research aims to evaluate the implementation of guidance and counseling (BK) at SMPIT Widya Duta, an integrated Islamic school in Bekasi City. The method used in this research is qualitative research. The data collection techniques were gathered through direct observation, semi-structured interviews with BK teachers and students, and documentation. The results show that BK services are structured based on the Service Implementation Plan (RPL) with a focus on four areas: personal, social, learning, and career, as well as individual counseling as the most preferred service. The results also indicate that the BK teacher's approach includes initial observation, peer strategies for introverted students, and enforcement of confidentiality, with stakeholder collaboration as a supporting factor. Recommendations that can be given to improve the effectiveness of BK services include collaborative interdisciplinary training, continuous evaluation, and technology integration to strengthen synergy between PAI teachers, BK, and parents to address operational challenges and optimize student learning comfort and character development.

The lack of access to learning in schools leads to a decline in children's interest in studying. This has become a problem experienced by the children of Dusun Bulaya, Ilan Batu Uru Village, West Walendrang District, Luwu Regency, South Sulawesi Province. As a result, many children drop out of school. The lack of guidance and counseling at home and in school causes a decrease in children's motivation to continue learning. This issue underlies the activities that will be carried out by the community service program; these activities are conducted to educate and shape children's character so that they become more independent and optimal during their early educational years. Early childhood education plays an important role in forming the foundation of children's character and academic abilities. This study aims to explore the effectiveness of tutoring and counseling programs in improving the quality of education and the character of children at TK KRISTEN SETIA Bulaya. The method used is a descriptive qualitative approach, with the technique Observation, interviews, and documentation are used as data collection instruments. The research results indicate that tutoring programs can enhance students' basic academic understanding, while counseling services help develop positive attitudes, empathy, and discipline from an early age. Collaboration between teachers and parents is key to the success of this program. In conclusion, the integrated combination of tutoring and counseling significantly contributes to improving the quality of education and the character development of kindergarten children.         

Early financial management is an important skill for adolescents to form healthy financial behavior. However, observations at MTS Ummul Qura show that most students are still low in financial literacy and are not accustomed to saving. This community service was conducted to improve students' financial literacy through a combination of counseling guidance and saving practices at school. The method used is a case study with a participatory approach, involving students, counseling teachers, homeroom teachers, and school officials. Activities included financial literacy socialization, savings practice training, and regular monitoring and mentoring. The results showed an increase in financial literacy awareness, changes in consumptive behavior to be more rational, and the formation of consistent saving habits with student participation increasing from 25% to more than 70%. The program also received active support from teachers and parents, so it has the potential to become a sustainable school culture. The findings confirm that the integration of counseling and real practice is effective in building adolescent financial literacy and supporting the national financial literacy agenda. 

Pregnancy is a physiological process that involves various physical and psychological changes in women. One common psychological issue that can arise is anxiety related to body image, which can significantly influence the eating behaviors of pregnant women. This psychological challenge may lead to eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and bulimia nervosa. The presence of eating disorders during pregnancy can have detrimental effects on maternal health, including nutritional deficiencies, fatigue, and an increased risk of complications during pregnancy, such as preterm birth and gestational diabetes. Additionally, these disorders can negatively impact the fetus, resulting in inadequate nutrient intake, low birth weight, and developmental delays. Therefore, maintaining a healthy, balanced diet, alongside psychological support, is crucial for pregnant women. Health education, along with professional counseling and guidance from healthcare providers, plays a vital role in preventing and managing eating disorders during pregnancy. Such efforts ultimately contribute to optimal health outcomes for both the mother and the developing fetus, ensuring the well-being of both in the long term.

Pregnancy is a physiological process that involves various physical and psychological changes in women. One common psychological issue that can arise is anxiety related to body image, which can significantly influence the eating behaviors of pregnant women. This psychological challenge may lead to eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and bulimia nervosa. The presence of eating disorders during pregnancy can have detrimental effects on maternal health, including nutritional deficiencies, fatigue, and an increased risk of complications during pregnancy, such as preterm birth and gestational diabetes. Additionally, these disorders can negatively impact the fetus, resulting in inadequate nutrient intake, low birth weight, and developmental delays. Therefore, maintaining a healthy, balanced diet, alongside psychological support, is crucial for pregnant women. Health education, along with professional counseling and guidance from healthcare providers, plays a vital role in preventing and managing eating disorders during pregnancy. Such efforts ultimately contribute to optimal health outcomes for both the mother and the developing fetus, ensuring the well-being of both in the long term.

This study aims to explore the provision of Guidance and Counseling Services at SMP Islam Al-Ikhlas (Al-Ikhlas Islamic Junior High School), with a focus on handling unfinished business among students. The term unfinished business refers to unresolved emotional problems, such as trauma from bullying and social pressure, which have a negative impact on students’ psychological well-being. This study uses individual counseling services with a fantasy approach from gestalt counseling to help students express pent-up problems and emotions. In addition, brainstorming and assertive skill development methods were applied in group guidance and counseling sessions to encourage students to share experiences, provide feedback, and express opinions with confidence. The results show that guidance and counseling plays an important role in developing students’ ability to deal with emotions, build confidence, and express their emotions better.

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.

This study aims to develop effective educational learning media in preventing pornography addiction and providing a deep understanding of the negative impacts of pornographic content on mental development and adolescent behavior in class 9D students of SMP Negeri 2 Teras Boyolali. The phenomenon of pornography addiction among adolescents is a serious concern because of its impact on psychological, social, and academic development. The media that will be used in the implementation of group guidance services for students at SMP Negeri 2 Teras is by using power point and audio visual media. The method of implementing this counseling service is based on a cognitive approach. One of the techniques of the cognitive approach that can be used to prevent someone from becoming addicted to pornographic content is by providing psychoeducation to participants. The results of the study showed that this learning media can improve students' understanding of the dangers of pornography and provide strategies to avoid negative content. Thus, this learning media can be used as an effective educational tool to prevent pornography addiction in adolescent students.

This study aims to determine the role of digitalization in increasing the effectiveness of motor vehicle tax payments in Binjai City. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection including observation, interviews, and documentation. The informants in this study consisted of 1 key informant and 3 supporting informants. The results of this study show that there are still many taxpayers who have difficulties in understanding the registration flow, payment methods, and printing documents such as SKPD. The lack of clear guidance in the application as well as delays in the submission of physical documents are the main obstacles. Therefore, the tax office in Binjai City has made various efforts to increase the effectiveness of Motor Vehicle Tax (PKB) payments. One way is to develop digital services that allow taxpayers to pay taxes online, so that it is faster and more efficient. In addition, officers also provide information media such as banners, video tutorials, and conduct direct counseling to the village office to increase public understanding of the digital payment mechanism.

Pesticides are used to control pests in farming and plantations, so that agricultural and plantation production can increase. However, the use of pesticides can have a negative impact on the environment and the health of farmers. In fact, it causes poisoning and disease, both acutely and chronically. Farmers are the main work that the community is engaged in in Borisallo Village, Parangloe District, Gowa Regency and is a PKM partner and is a UMI Assisted Village. PKM activities are: (1) Counseling on negative impacts on health due to the use of pesticides, (2) Sanitary inspections and inspection of pesticide content in clean water sources such as wells, (3) Provision of PPE in the form of masks and gloves in spraying pesticides on farmers in Borisallo Village. This activity is funded by the UMI Waqf Foundation. The results of the implementation of PKM (1) Health counseling due to the use of pesticides on farmers in Borisallo Village, (2) Then continued with  sanitary inspections and examination of pesticide content in clean water sources such as wells (3) Ended with the provision of PPE in the form of masks and gloves that can be used when spraying pesticides on farmers. It is recommended to have regular health checks on farmers, regular inspections of clean water sources, and technical guidance on how to manage and spray pesticides safely and healthily.

Good financial management is an important aspect of student life, especially for those studying economics. Economics students are expected to have a deep understanding of personal financial management and long-term financial planning. However, not all students have the same ability to manage finances. This research aims to analyze the factors that influence the financial management patterns of students at the Faculty of Economics and Business, Brawijaya University. This research uses a quantitative research method with a cross-sectional survey design, namely, data was collected from 50 students through a structured questionnaire. The research results from this method show that the factors that influence the financial management of economics students are  monthly income, knowledge about finance, attitudes toward financial management, experience in financial management, social support, and personal financial needs and goals. Suggestions that can be given to university is to provide guidance to their students include holding regular training on financial management, inviting financial experts to give seminars or guest lectures, and holding student financial counseling.

This study aims to analyze and develop the management of guidance and counseling (GC) services through a website at Madrasah Tsanawiyah Negeri (MTsN) 8 Jember. The primary focus is to understand the implementation of web-based systems to support GC services, improve communication efficiency among counselors, students, and parents, and systematically document service outcomes. The research employed a qualitative descriptive method with data collected through interviews, observations, and documentation. The findings reveal that the website as a medium for GC services accelerates the information delivery process, facilitates students in accessing counseling services, and increases parental participation. Additionally, the system supports structured data management, making service evaluation more efficient. With proper management, the website becomes an effective tool in achieving GC objectives at MTsN 8 Jember.  

State High School 4 Batang Hari found the phenomenon that the school has complete educational facilities, supported by Representative Classrooms, Counseling Guidance Room, Multimedia Room, Computer Laboratory, Science Laboratory, Sports Facilities and Prayer Room that supports the learning process. This research uses a qualitative descriptive approach, collecting data through observation, interviews, and documentation. The collected data is analyzed through the process of data reduction, presentation, and conclusion drawn. The results of the research findings show that the Principal Quality Leadership Experience has been applied by the Principal through various activities, namely having previous experience as a Deputy Principal in the curriculum field, always active in the activities of the Teacher Professional organization, having experience in forming teamwork in paying attention to and Have experience in improving the quality of education through the learning process.

Stunting is a long-term nutritional problem that severely affects children's physical growth and cognitive development. To address stunting, Rejosari Village has developed various community-based initiatives. The purpose of this study is to find out how the Rejosari Village community functions to prevent stunting in children by using cooperation and participation strategies. Socialization of stunting, nutrition counseling for pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers, routine monitoring of pregnant women's health, and provision of supplementary food for children under five are some of the programs in which the community is actively involved. Village health cadres also play an important role in supporting the implementation of these programs by providing direct instruction and guidance to residents. A qualitative case study was conducted to collect data through field observations and interviews. The results showed that community involvement not only increased awareness of the importance of preventing stunting but also increased active participation in maintaining the health and nutrition of children in Rejosari Village. The village experienced a decrease in stunting rates due to strong community participation, which was supported by the village government and non-governmental organizations. The results suggest that the community-based intervention model used in Rejosari Village can be adapted and applied in other villages facing similar problems in preventing stunting.

This article discusses counseling on the important role of marketplace platforms in helping product marketing in Bandung Village, Banjar District, Pandeglang Regency, Banten, Indonesia. The purpose of this counseling is to increase the understanding of the village community on how to effectively use the marketplace to expand market reach, increase sales, and support the local economy. With the development of technology, the use of marketplaces is a strategic solution in facing increasingly fierce market competition. This counseling provides practical guidance to local business actors on the steps to start an online business, digital marketing strategies, and tips for successfully selling on marketplace platforms.

The research conducted was entitled "Students' perceptions of counseling guidance at SMK Negeri 1 Southeast Aceh", which was based on the fact that only a small percentage of students had the initiative to provide counseling to guidance and counseling teachers at SMK Negeri 1 Southeast Aceh. This research method uses a descriptive qualitative research approach aimed at describing, writing and explaining in detail the problems to be researched and studying an individual or a group. The subject selection technique is based on the criteria set by the researcher. Data collection techniques using observation, interviews and field notes. Data analysis uses data reduction, data presentation and conclusion drawing to test the validity of the data using primary data and secondary data. The research results revealed that (1) that students' perceptions of good counseling guidance were characterized by a good response in following the lessons delivered by counseling guidance through orientation services. Apart from that, there are still students who show bad attitudes towards the guidance and counseling teacher. The guidance and counseling teacher's efforts are also complemented by a service delivery plan (RPI) and carrying out routine evaluations of students both individually and in study groups. (2) The BK teacher takes steps to prevent the decline in students' trust in counseling guidance before students' trust in counseling guidance. The guidance and counseling teacher coordinates with the school principal and then the school will take action by bringing in lecturers from outside the school to rebuild students' declining confidence. (3) The time that Bk teachers have to enter Rombel is also limited so that BK teachers experience difficulties in carrying out orientation. Guidance and counseling teachers can only rely on the time provided by the school for students and what class they go to if a class teacher is absent because they are absent. Apart from that, the guidance and counseling teachers in schools are also lacking, making it difficult for guidance and counseling teachers to handle large numbers of students.

The title of this activity is "Training on Human Resource Management to Improve the Performance of Educational Personnel," conducted at SMK Lowis Sakti. The objective of this activity is to provide guidance and counseling to the Principal, Vice Principal, Administrative Staff, and Teachers of SMK Lowis Sakti regarding the basic concepts of human resource management. This counseling aims to enhance their understanding and knowledge. The implementation of this activity involves several stages, including the survey and socialization stages. During the survey stage, preparations were made by organizing the materials, setting the schedule for delivery, and conducting a survey of the activity location. Before the activity was carried out, a socialization stage was conducted, involving an initial meeting to explain the purpose and objectives of this activity to the SMK Lowis Sakti team, as well as to establish a schedule for cooperation and activities. The execution team for this activity consists of six lecturers from the Public Administration Program of ITSKes Muhammadiyah Selong. The materials presented by the community service team cover topics such as Human Resource Management, Management, Human Resource Management Concepts, Reward Systems, Education Quality, and Performance.

This research aims to deal with educational problems, namely truant behavior, the method used is a qualitative method with the type of observation at SMAN 8 Cirebon City school. Observation is a strategy for obtaining information by direct observation. Truant behavior is a deviant act which, if left unchecked, will hamper the success of an education, truancy or absence without permission has become commonplace now. In America, absenteeism is considered a problematic issue. This is because according to several studies, truant behavior is considered a predictor of juvenile delinquency. This truant behavior occurs due to two factors, namely internal factors and external factors, one example of which is the low level of student motivation, and problems in the community or family environment experienced by students. Here the role of the Guidance Teacher is needed to provide solutions and motivation, as well as appropriate direction in providing the approaches and techniques that students need.