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This qualitative research aims to explore the role of Strategic Financial Fluency (SFF) as a catalyst for growth in Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The study employs a multi-method approach integrating literature review, case studies, and expert interviews to construct a comprehensive understanding of SFF and its impact on MSMEs' growth trajectories. Sampling techniques involve purposive sampling of MSMEs representing diverse industries and geographical locations to ensure comprehensive data collection. Data analysis employs thematic analysis, focusing on identifying patterns and themes related to SFF adoption, utilization, and its influence on business growth. The findings reveal that MSMEs equipped with Strategic Financial Fluency demonstrate higher adaptability, resilience, and growth potential. Moreover, SFF facilitates informed decision-making, efficient resource allocation, and strategic planning, thus fostering sustainable growth in MSMEs. This research contributes to the existing literature by highlighting the pivotal role of financial literacy and strategic financial management in enhancing the competitiveness and growth prospects of MSMEs in a dynamic business environment.

This community service activity aims to improve the understanding and capacity of Dasawisma members in implementing the core Dasawisma programs as an effort to support family health development and community-based empowerment. The activity was conducted at Dasawisma Asoka RT 07, Bukit Timah Sub-district, Dumai Selatan District, Dumai City. The methods used included lectures, simulations, and discussion sessions tailored to the characteristics of adult learners and community practitioners. The results showed an increase in participants' understanding of the roles, functions, and importance of the core Dasawisma programs. Participants demonstrated high enthusiasm and active participation throughout the activity and were able to identify challenges and needs in implementing Dasawisma activities in their neighborhood. This activity contributed positively to strengthening the role of Dasawisma as a frontline community institution in supporting family health programs, environmental cleanliness, and social welfare at the neighborhood level. Continuous assistance is recommended to ensure that the knowledge gained can be consistently implemented and generate sustainable impacts for the community.

Mental health problems in Indonesia are an important public health problem and should receive serious attention from all governments from central to regional levels. Mental Health Efforts are every activity to create an optimal level of mental health for every individual, family and community using a promotive, preventive, curative and rehabilitative approach which is carried out in a comprehensive, integrated and sustainable manner by the government and/or the community. The aim of this research is to determine the relationship between family social support and independence in mental disorder patients. Method: The type of research used is correlational using a cross sectional design. The population in this study were families containing people with mental disorders. The research instrument is a family social support questionnaire consisting of 14 questions, while the questionnaire about independence consists of 10 questions. Result: significance value or sig. (2-tailed) is 0.000, because the sig value. (2-tailed) 0.000 < 0.05, which means there is a significant (meaningful) relationship between the family social support variable and the independence of mental disorder patients. Suggestion: The family must involve the patient in daily routine activities at home, develop social interactions and involve the patient in managing the environment around the patient so that mental disorders can carry out activities in daily life independently

This century has seen an increase in the development of sustainable development, and to help with this, the green economy strategy has been established. Businesses who are aware of this are beginning to include environmental management components to the strategic roadmap in order to accommodate this programme, which needs funding in order to be carried out. As a result, many institutions are now beginning to use green budgeting techniques. A budgeting model known as "green budgeting" gives environmental considerations top priority during the planning, execution, monitoring, and assessment stages. Organisations can use budgets as a tool to promote the accomplishment of environmental goals by implementing green budgeting. The OECD-based green budgeting theory and idea is applied. The purpose of this study is to offer a framework for implementing the green budgeting idea in line with business needs. This study employs qualitative methodologies grounded in financial company case studies. The information used came from documents and interviews pertaining to the organisation's green corporate roadmap and budgeting procedure. The study's findings demonstrate that PT. Smart Finance has strategic goals for environmental management in its frame design, and these goals are guided by the company's long-term aims and its shareholders. The company has relevant policies, such as the Green Company Document Blueprint, to put this idea into practice. It also has media, such as management reports and sustainability reports, to report on its progress and provide information on programme realisation. If this idea is put into practice, the annual budget of the company will need to be prepared with a grading system for environmental management.

This research aims to analyze the judge's decision regarding environmental crimes committed by corporations through Decision Number 190/Pid.B/LH/2020/PN Plw. This research uses a type of normative research with three approaches for the purposes of legal analysis and explanation, namely the case approach, statutory approach and conceptual approach. In contrast to previous research, this research specifically describes how judges interpret judges' interpretations in deciding cases of environmental crimes committed by corporations in more detail, not only from a criminal law perspective but also from the perspective of environmental law itself. The results of this research show that the Defendant in the "a quo" case is not a human being/person who can physically act and speak in front of the court, but rather a corporation with a legal entity, so in this case the Defendant PT. APAI must be represented by its administrator, namely Mr. GKE who is the Director of PT. WHAT. The defendant's actions were categorized as gross negligence because they reflected very serious negligence because they had a significant impact and were detrimental to the wider community. The defendant was not sentenced to prison but was only sentenced to a minimum fine in accordance with the provisions of Article 99 Paragraph (1). The defendant was also sentenced to additional punishment or disciplinary action in the form of reparation for the consequences of the criminal act even though this article was not included in the prosecutor's indictment. The additional punishment imposed is in the form of the amount of costs required to improve the environment in the amount of land that has been determined by taking into account the polluter pays principle and the precautionary principle. For this reason, the imposition of additional criminal sanctions should be decided by considering the concept of sustainable and environmentally sound development by taking into account various aspects including social, economic and environmental.

Community empowerment is a crucial effort in improving the well-being and environmental sustainability, especially in the Rw 02 Gunungsari area. In the current modern era, waste management and environmental conservation have become central issues faced by the community. Therefore, creative and innovative steps are needed tot address these problems. The surabaya city goverment, particularly the environmental agency, has initiated the MBKM KZW (Zero Waste Village) program involving the entire community of Rw 02 Gunungsari and students from the 17 August 1945 University of Surabaya in an effort to reduce waste and preserve the environment. One approach to achieve this is through education and training on the creation of a wick hydroponick system using recycled materials duet o limited space. The goal of this education and trainning is to enhance the community’s knowledge of the latest agricultural technology and reduce waste by utilizing recycled materials to create a self-sufficient and sustainable environment.

As the times evolve and consumption rates increase, waste management has become one of the primary challenges faced by communities, particularly in the Rw 02 Gunungsari Surabaya area. In an effort to address the negative impacts of production and waste disposal, the city government, especially the Dinas Lingkungan Hidup Surabaya, has initiated the MBKM KZW ( Zero Waste Village ) as an innovative and sustainable solution. Zero Waste is not just a slogan, it is a lifestyle that teaches us to change consumption paradigms and appreciate natural resource. One of the main pillars of the Zero Waste movement is waste reduction. This involves awareness of the sources of waste around us and concrete steps to minimize it. From reducing the use of single-use plastics to choosing products with eco-friendly packaging, every small action has positive impact on the environment. The key to the success of the KZW program is collaboration and active involvement of various stakeholders. This is includes the Dinas Lingkungan Hidup Surabaya, the community of Rw 02 Gunungsari Surabaya, and students from the Universitas 17 Agustus 1945 Surabaya, working together to reduce waste. Innovation in waste management needs to be encouraged. Adopting a Zero Waste lifestyle is not an easy task, but with awareness, education, and sustainable actions, we can collectively create positive change towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future. Zero Waste is not just about minimizing waste, it is also about maximizing our potential to live in harmony with nature.

This research aims to explore the potential for strengthening literacy culture in elementary schools by focusing on the role of teachers as role models, facilitators and resource providers. The research method uses a qualitative approach with Systematic Literature Review (SLR) as an information gathering tool. The aim is to strengthen the implementation of literacy culture in schools through integration in the curriculum, increasing the role of parents, and a variety of books in the library. The benefits include increasing literacy understanding, student motivation to read, and the formation of a strong literacy culture in elementary schools. The results of this research note the positive impact of strengthening literacy culture, including increasing literacy understanding, student motivation to read, and the formation of a sustainable literacy culture in the elementary school environment. The teacher's role as a role model, facilitator and resource provider has a significant influence on the successful implementation of a literacy culture.

This research delves into the dynamics of motor vehicle tax compliance through a qualitative approach, exploring taxpayers' perceptions and attitudes. The identified key factors shaping attitudes toward tax obligations include regulatory complexity, clarity of rules, and personal experiences. Elements such as fairness perception, trust in the taxation system, and supervisory effectiveness also play crucial roles in forming compliance attitudes. These factors, integrated with psychological aspects, provide an in-depth understanding of taxpayer compliance behavior. While acknowledging challenges like regulatory complexity and economic inequality, the study highlights opportunities, including the application of information technology, fiscal incentive development, and cross-sector collaboration, as strategies to enhance compliance. In conclusion, a holistic and adaptive tax policy strategy, considering both local and global contexts, can foster a transparent, fair, and supportive tax environment for sustainable development.

Desa Wisata" translates to "tourist village" in English. It refers to a tourism activity aimed at promoting local tourism by utilizing the cultural, natural, and traditional attractions of the village. "Desa Pondok Balik" is one such village located in the Central Aceh Regency, which has tourism potential in both agriculture and its natural features, particularly a river area known as Sungai Balik situated in the southern part of the village. The landscape design to be carried out will focus on this river area, with the hope that it can support the concept of a Tourist Village in Desa Pondok Balik. The design is guided by the principles of sustainable tourism, aiming to create a tourist area that not only benefits the local economy but also preserves and conserves the environment. Additionally, cultural values, specifically the Gayo culture, are also incorporated into this design concept.

The function of this study is to determine the concept of sustainable development and its principles.To develop a development plan based on the concept of sustainable development, it is necessary to understand what elements are needed as well as what factors and tools are needed to develop sustainably. The pillars of sustainable development are economic sustainable, socially sustainable and environmentally sustainable, all of which must develop in a balanced manner; otherwise development will be trapped in conventional development models that emphasize economic growth alone and leave social and environmental development behind. In addition, for the success of sustainable development, the need for social capital that is able to maintain good cooperative relations between various government agencies both vertically and horizontally, as well as synergy between the government, private sector and the community with a multi-party approach from the three groups. in the preparation of environmentally sound development plans and policies

Problems that cannot be separated from the agricultural sector, especially in Kec. Percut Sei Tuan, Kab. Deli Serdang is the use of chemical pesticides in agriculture. The use of pesticides in agriculture can have positive and negative consequences for the environment and also the health of farmers. The abundance of onion skin waste is another way that can be optimized for its use as a standard ingredient for making organic pesticides. The aim of this research is to transform the use of chemical pesticides into organic pesticides. The practical method used in this journal is qualitative. Making pesticides from onion skin waste can be used to control pest attacks and rice plant diseases. Using onion skin waste as an environmentally friendly pesticide is a more sustainable alternative and has a smaller negative impact on the environment compared to using chemical pesticides.

This article discusses the development of harmonious living between religious communities in order to create peace in society. The country of Indonesia indeed consists of various diversity starting from ethnicity, culture, ethnicity, religion. However, behind this diversity, various conflicts between religious communities have emerged. However, looking at the conflicts that occur in the current era, society has become divided among itself. To be able to realize peace between religious communities is an effort to restore the essence of religion and foster an attitude of tolerance and living in harmony. Tolerance plays an important role in building society and harmony is a condition where a person or group lives together peacefully, harmoniously and with mutual respect for each other. Harmony involves mutual understanding, tolerance, and the ability to resolve conflicts in a peaceful manner. Peace between religious communities is an important aspect in creating a peaceful and just world. This effort involves all parties working together to achieve the common goal of creating harmony between religious communities. The main goal of peace between religious communities is to overcome differences in religious beliefs and practices to build an inclusive and tolerant society. The concepts of harmony and tolerance are often the basis for creating a balanced and sustainable social life. Harmony is very important to create a peaceful and thriving environment.

The revitalization and expansion plan for the old city in Tanjung Pinang aims to renew and expand the area by considering population growth, infrastructure needs and preserving historical values. Revitalization may involve restoring historic buildings, improving infrastructure, developing commercial or cultural zones, and improving the environment.Expansion of an old city can include expanding administrative areas, establishing special areas that maintain cultural authenticity, as well as developing public spaces for social and economic activities. Apart from that, this plan needs to consider the participation of the local community in order to meet needs and maintain the unique identity of Tanjung Pinang.Regarding this plan, it is important to consider various aspects such as cultural preservation, sustainable development, good spatial planning, as well as active involvement from the government and community.    

This research aims to address the environmental pollution issue caused by plastic waste in Bantan Timur Village, Medan Tembung Subdistrict, by transforming plastic waste into a valuable product, namely seat cushions. The problem of waste has become a global challenge, especially with the increasing population and activities. The rise in waste leads to negative impacts on the environment, such as disease outbreaks, floods, and a decline in aesthetic value. In this context, this article proposes a solution through the Research and Development (R&D) research method to produce seat cushions from plastic waste. Plastic waste is processed through steps of washing, drying, cutting, and packaging. The product is expected to raise awareness about proper waste management, reduce environmental pollution, and have a positive economic impact. Making seat cushions from plastic waste serves as a practical example of sustainable waste management, involving ecological and social aspects. The results are anticipated to inspire similar efforts in other regions, creating creative and sustainable solutions to address environmental pollution issues.

This article explores efforts to optimise the rights of crew in the international maritime contextand take a stand against illegal agency practices that harm them. An in-depth analysis of the ship's crew working conditions reveals labour rights violations and unsafe working conditions. Meanwhile, the role of illegal agents exacerbates the situation. This research urges the government to optimise the rights of migrant ship crew members. By detailing basic rights such as a living wage, safe working conditions, the research investigates the positive impact of implementing migrant worker protection policies. Focus is also given to countering illegal agents by identifying prevention and enforcement strategies that can be implemented. This research provides a foundation for cooperation between governments, shipping companies and international organisations to create a fair and sustainable maritime environment and eradicate illegal agencies that only want to benefit themselves. This research not only describes the challenges, but also illustrates solutions in protecting the rights of ship’s crew members and countering illegal agents in the maritime sector.

The public's lack of understanding of the benefits of vehicle testing and driving safety can have serious impacts on road safety and the environment. Many vehicle owners do not realize that vehicle testing is not only a legal obligation, but is also a preventive step that can reduce the risk of accidents and extend the service life of the vehicle. Efforts to increase public awareness need serious attention from the government, educational institutions and non-governmental organizations. The aim of this writing is to raise public awareness about motor vehicle testing. The method used in this research is Literature Review. The literature review method is a description of theories, findings and other research materials obtained from reference materials to serve as a basis for research activities. Literature reviews contain reviews, summaries and the author's thoughts about several library sources (articles, books, slides, information from the internet, etc.) about the topic being discussed. The research results show that by exploring the causes and consequences of this lack of awareness, strategic steps can be taken to increase public understanding and compliance with vehicle testing procedures. The government, educational institutions and other related parties need to work together to create a safer and more sustainable environment on Indonesian roads. In this context, education and outreach are the main keys to changing society's paradigm regarding the importance of motor vehicle testing.

The Karang Taruna Organization (KARTAR) in Jati Sidoarjo Village, especially KARTAR RW 01, has become a significant entity in community development and empowerment efforts. With various work programs and activities, KARTAR RW 01 has succeeded in making positive contributions that have had an impact on revitalizing the spirit of youth participation. Through purchasing glass drinks when someone dies, environmental activities, and security monitoring by providing CCTV, KARTAR RW 01 is able to create a better community environment. The impact of this participation can be seen in easing the economic burden on the community, increasing environmental security, and reviving the spirit of participation of young people who were previously less involved in community activities. Regulatory support, such as Youth Law no. 40 of 2009 and Minister of Home Affairs Regulation Number 114 of 2014, strengthen the role of KARTAR RW 01 in youth empowerment. As an awareness agent, this organization not only participates in physical activities but is also involved in increasing the awareness and sensitivity of the younger generation towards the surrounding environment. The concept of youth participation in development, in line with national ideals and regulations governing youth empowerment, is reflected in the practices of KARTAR RW 01. This organization is not only an implementer, but also a pioneer of these values ​​in every activity. Thus, youth participation in KARTAR RW 01 is not only fulfilling social responsibility, but also becoming a real means of achieving national goals in developing an inclusive, just and sustainable society.

The church is faced with an urgent responsibility to address the environmental crisis by building awareness of eco-tourism. By promoting eco-tourism as a tool to preserve nature and support sustainable development, the church not only provides theological understanding but also acts as a real agent of change in supporting environmental conservation efforts. A literature review of environmental ecology theory, eco-tourism theory, and Christian religious views provides a foundation for understanding human behavior towards nature. This research, using a descriptive qualitative method, combines literature analysis with the author's field experience to formulate a theoretical proposal. The church is considered to have a crucial responsibility in protecting the environment and building eco-tourism by supporting environmental programs, collaborating with NGOs, providing environmental education through worship, playing an active role in commemorating environmental days, and taking concrete steps in the development of sustainable eco-tourism. Conclusions highlight three concepts of the human view of the environment, with humans together with nature approaching the values of Christian eco-theology, while suggestions include church support on government environmental programs and close cooperation with NGOs to raise the environmental awareness of its members.  

The existence of an Independent Commissioner in a Limited Liability Company (PT) is a crucial element in realizing Good Corporate Governance (GCG). The role of the Independent Commissioner is not only as a supervisor, but also as a balancer of the interests of shareholders, management and other related parties. So with this Independent Commissioner, transparency, accountability and company integrity can be improved. This explains how the role of the Independent Commissioner makes a positive contribution to the company's sustainability and stakeholder trust, company reputation, and creates a healthy and sustainable business environment. So, the existence of an Independent Commissioner is not just a formality, but the main key in realizing Good Corporate Governance (GCG) practices in Limited Liability Companies.