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Bureaucratic reform at the village level is a crucial prerequisite for achieving professional, effective, and accountable village governance. One of the key pillars of this reform is the implementation of a merit system in the management of village human resources, particularly in the recruitment and appointment of village officials. In this context, the Computer-Assisted Test (CAT) has emerged as a policy innovation designed to enhance objectivity, transparency, and procedural fairness in the selection of village officials. This study aims to analyse the contribution of CAT implementation to strengthening the merit system and its impact on transforming village social conditions, especially in building public trust in village government. Quantitative data were collected through a survey of village residents and analysed using descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and multiple linear regression in SPSS. Qualitative data were obtained through in-depth interviews, field observations, and document analysis to elaborate further and explain the quantitative findings. The results indicate that transparency, objectivity, and procedural fairness in the selection process have positive and significant effects on public trust in village government, with procedural fairness emerging as the most influential variable. Qualitative findings confirm that public acceptance of selection outcomes is more strongly influenced by perceptions of fairness and openness in the process than by the selection results themselves. This study concludes that the implementation of CAT functions not only serves as a technical selection instrument but also as an institutional mechanism that helps transform village social relations from patronage-based practices toward merit-based village governance.

This study aims to examine the potential of processing purple sweet potatoes into stick-shaped snack products as an effort to improve the economy of Tebing Linggahara Village. Purple sweet potato is a local commodity with high nutritional value, antioxidant content, and promising market prospects when processed into modern snack products. The research method used was a descriptive approach consisting of observation, interviews, and direct product processing practices with the local community. The findings indicate that processing purple sweet potatoes into snack sticks provides higher economic value compared to selling fresh sweet potatoes, which generally have lower market prices. In addition, the community gained knowledge of food processing techniques, hygiene standards, packaging, and effective marketing strategies to enhance product competitiveness. Thus, purple sweet potato stick processing has the potential to serve as a sustainable local MSME development strategy, thereby improving the welfare and economic independence of Tebing Linggahara Village residents.

Effective household financial management is a crucial pillar for the economic well-being of every family, particularly in the face of an uncertain economy and the challenges of modern life. Women hold a strategic position in improving household management because they have a greater ability to carry out household activities compared to men. The purpose of this activity is to highlight the role of women in enhancing household financial management, thereby supporting the sustainability of their families. This community service method employs a qualitative descriptive approach, utilizing data collection techniques that include initial surveys or observations, questionnaires, Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), and documentation in the form of photos, videos, and notes taken during the activity. The findings of this community service indicate that two activities are carried out: interactive lectures on family financial management and training on managing family finances. The results showed that 11 out of 13 participants had an understanding of family financial management education for Kuta village residents. In contrast, two people did not have a clear understanding of the training and lectures provided. These results indicate that not all RT mothers in Kuta village have the same sense of family financial management. Therefore, in the future, socialization and training in family finances are needed, involving more RT mothers in Desa Kuta.

According to the anthropometric standards for evaluating children's nutritional status, stunting is a growth failure condition based on the weight-for-age (W/A) or height-for-age (H/A) index, where the measurement results fall within the threshold (Z-Score) of -2 SD to -3 SD (short/stunted) and -3 SD (very short/severely stunted). In 2023, 27.3% of the toddlers in Penfui Timur Village were still stunted. The purpose of this study is to ascertain how stunting reduction policies are being implemented in Penfui Timur Village, Kupang Regency. This research used a qualitative descriptive method with data collection techniques of in-depth interviews, observation and documentation. The informants in this study is 8 informants, consisting of 2 main informants and 6 supporting informants. The main informants are the head of the Penfui Timur village and the nutrition staff of the Tarus Health Center. The supporting informants are 2 posyandu cadres, mothers of stunted toddlers, pregnant women, village residents, and teenage girls.The data analysis process in this research begins by collecting data from interviews and then reducing the resulting data. After that, the data is presented and concluded. The study's result showed that although the policy has been applied effectively, it still falls short of the implementation theory's requirements. The implementers' low educational and human resource levels, the ignorance of expectant mothers and parents of children with stunted growth, and the lack of facilities and infrastructure are the contributing reasons. Although the village government's communication component with other implementing parties has been functioning smoothly, communication with the leaders of the target community has not been at its best. The policy implementers are already familiar with the methods and duties associated with their respective areas of responsibility. The bureaucratic structure's policy implementers are already familiar with the technical facets of reducing stunting. Based on the results of the study, it is recommended to increasing the knowledge involved in  implementation policy for stunting reduction

This study aims to design and implement a Village Information System (SID) in Bungko Village, Kotamobagu Selatan District, to improve administrative efficiency and public services. The developed system enables village officials to manage population data, process service requests, and generate financial reports more quickly and organized. Village residents can also access services online, submit requests, and easily monitor the status of their services. The SID implementation uses web-based technology, including PHP, and MySQL, ensuring data security and reliability. The results of this study show that the SID can enhance transparency, efficiency, and accountability in village governance. However, improving technology infrastructure, user training, and integration with other systems are essential for further development. This study is expected to serve as a model for other villages in implementing technology to advance administration and public services.

This community service activity is an assistance that is packaged in the form of counselling. The activity focused on sharing experiences with residents of Kesongo Village, Tuntang District, Semarang Regency. The activity was held at the Kesongo Village Hall with the object of the community who are members of the catfish farming group. Participants who participated in this programme were initially targeted at 50 people from residents who have been involved in or have not been in the catfish farming business. There were about 35 participants or about 70% of the planned participants. The socialisation of this catfish farming mentoring training needs to be conveyed to the community at large. The more people who are involved in catfish cultivation, the more they will understand the importance of having a side business. In addition to the technical material presented related to catfish cultivation, business governance in the form of community-based groups and cooperatives was also delivered. Suggestions that can be given for this activity include that Kesongo Village residents continue to maintain a positive business climate in the catfish farming group.  The abundant freshwater around Rawa Pening should be further enhanced. The more successful small home-based businesses will further improve the welfare of the community.

This research explores the role of KKN students in environmental management in Partibi Lama Village. The aim is to increase public awareness of environmental issues through active collaboration. The method used is qualitative research with a case study approach, involving interviews, observations and group discussions focused on 30-50 village residents. The findings show that the involvement of KKN students has succeeded in increasing community participation in environmental management, creating a cleaner and healthier environment, and strengthening social relations between residents. The implications of this research emphasize the importance of ongoing collaboration between students, village government, and the community to ensure the sustainability of environmental programs.

The country of Indonesia has around 82.3% of its territory in villages. Based on Law Number 56 of 2015, the number of villages in Indonesia is 74,754 villages. Government policies are needed that support village development and empower village communities so that villages can be developed and village communities can develop. In 2015, Tanjungsari Village in Pacitan Regency began receiving financial assistance from the government based on Law Number 6 of 2014 concerning Villages. This assistance is provided to support development and empowerment of local communities. These villages are used by the village government and community to evaluate village road facilities and improve village offices so they can provide better services to village residents.

This service activity aims to empower the people of Maryke Plantation Village through making stikcs as a home bussiness that utilizes collected palm tree fronds. Situation analysis shows that this village has abundant local resource potential, but it has not been utilized optimally to increase community income. The main problem faced is the lack of optimization in the process of making sticks and the sales location is limited the only one sales location. The methods used include assitance in the production process and assistance in the distribution of products to village suppliers. The results of this activity show an increase in optimizing local resources to increase village residents’ income. The discussion emphasized that empowerment based on local resources can increase the economic independence of the community and improve overall welfare.

The aim of this research is to determine community participation in the implementation of development planning deliberations (Musrembangdes) and determine the inhibiting factors that influence the lack of community participation in Tapobali Village, East Adonara District in 2022. This research is a descriptive qualitative research with research locations in Tapobali Village, Adonara District East, East Flores Regency. The theory used in this research is the Community Participation Theory from Isbandi (2007:27) and in this theory there are four forms of participation according to Vaneklasen and Miller, in which there are indicators of Symbolic Participation, Passive Participation, Consultative Participation and Functional Participation. Researchers used data collection methods in this research obtained through observation, interviews and documentation. Researchers found that the level of community participation in Musrembangdes in Tapobali Village was still low. 55 people attended the Musrembangdes, but the residents who attended also tended to contribute minimally to ideas regarding village development planning. It is hoped that the village government will further increase community participation in village development programs so that it can bring optimal benefits to all village residents.

The Village Office is the village administration center in rural areas. The function of the village government is to carry out village administration which is carried out by the village head, village officials and the village residents themselves. In Rada Mata Village, Tambolaka City District, Southwest Sumba Regency, it is one of the villages that already has internet access. The village makes it easy to access sites on the internet. Therefore, the aim of this research is to create a system capable of managing population information data. The results obtained from this research are a population information system that can solve the problems faced by Rada Mata Village. From the results of the discussion it can be concluded that the population information system can answer the problems faced, including making data searches easier and faster, archiving data does not take up a lot of space because it has been replaced by digital storage, and data reporting can be presented quickly, completely, attractively and appropriately. village needs.    

The activity of introducing the website as a medium for village information and promotion was carried out on August 24 2024 at the RW 01 Kalibaru Office Hall, targeting participants as residents of RW 01. Various objectives of this activity were the reason for this activity, but the main objective of this activity was to increase public awareness of the importance of promoting villages through digital platforms, especially in introducing the village's tourism, arts and cultural potential to a wider audience. Regarding the method used in this activity, the activity of introducing this website includes socialization, scanning barcodes to access the website, as well as extracting information related to village potential that is not widely known. Resource persons and moderators or guides involved in this activity include Panji Wijonarko M.Kom, Rohmad Dwi Cahya, Bimbang Agus Purnomo, Wawan Iswanto, Burhanudin, and Rasyan Akbar. As expected, the results of this activity show that village residents are able to accept and understand the importance of using websites as an effective promotional tool. As a result, this activity succeeded in introducing the concept of village promotion via the internet, which is expected to not only increase the number of tourists visiting, but also strengthen residents' awareness of the importance of digital promotion strategies in village development.

The immunity of Ploso Village residents is experiencing a decline, marked by increasing complaints of fever, dizziness and flu as a result of the current transition. Based on this, this service is carried out to utilize TOGA which has been planted by residents in their yards into a drink that can increase the body's immunity because it contains antioxidant compounds. This activity was carried out in Ploso Village in February-March 2024. Using socialization, discussion, practice and evaluation methods. Participants who took part in this training were women from PKK Prima Sejahtera. The results of this activity are 1) Participants understand that the bioactive compounds found in several plants can be used as drinks/wedang to increase the body's immunity. 2) Participants can make spiced wedang from TOGA grown in their yard. 3) Participants are very enthusiastic about this service activity.

Gouty arthritis is an autoimmune disease that occurs in 0.1-0.5% of the population and three-quarters of them are women. According to several researchers, the trigger factors for gout show that the interaction between environmental and genetic factors plays an important role. Genetic factors that play a role in the occurrence of gout arthritis and the severity of gout arthritis are smoking habits, silica inhalation, bacterial infections, viruses, mycobacteria and the hormone estrogen. The aim of this activity is to understand gout and administer bay leaf decoction to determine the efficacy of bay leaf decoction in gout patients. Health education about gout and boiled bay leaves can increase the knowledge of Kalibuntu Village residents to make all efforts to treat gout using traditional medicine. This outreach to residents can increase residents' knowledge and skills in using traditional medicine in a simple way.

Community Service activities are mandatory activities carried out by UIN North Sumatra students, especially at the Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training. PMM-4 students carry out Community Service activities in Bandar Magodang Village, Bintang Bayu District. One of the series of activities planned by PMM-4 students is the Learning House which is attended by the children of Bandar Magodang Village. The existence of this learning house program aims to help the children of Bandar Magodang village in increasing their interest in reading and writing skills in the midst of the widespread use of gadgets. This program runs well, this service activity is carried out through 3 stages, namely planning, implementation, and evaluation.  The method used in the implementation of community service is a qualitative approach.  The research subjects of this study were Bandar Magodang village children who were actively learning when a learning house was held by PMM-4 students children are asked to read books and their questions are also asked to write questions and answer questions in their notebooks.  This learning house activity will be carried out on August 18-19, 2023 at 14.00 – 16.00 WIB in one of the yards of Bandar Bagodang Village residents, Bintang Bayu District.

There are many benefits to a village having a website that is managed seriously. Lighten the government's workload and make things easier for village communities. This service activity will be carried out in Paddinging Village, which is one of the villages in Sanrobone District, Takalar Regency, South Sulawesi. This consideration regarding location selection is because Paddinging Village does not yet have a village website. On the other hand, Paddinging Village has several natural potentials which can be maximized by disseminating information to people inside and outside the village. Paddinging Village has quite large natural and tourism potential but has not received special attention from the government. The expanse of mountains and rice fields as well as the mist that sometimes covers it, accompanied by cool air are the characteristics of Paddinging Village. Apart from that, Paddinging Village has a pine forest which is very suitable as a camping spot on the weekend. Even the water there comes from springs directly from the mountains, which can be used as a basic ingredient for a mineral drinking water business.

Jogosatru Village, Sukodono Sub-district, Sidoarjo Regency, identified a major problem related to the lack of adequate facilities, especially related to the house signs of the RT and RW heads. These signs are important as a guide for newcomers to facilitate navigation within the village and also facilitate administrative processes, such as obtaining licenses. To overcome this problem, KKN group 09 students from Sunan Giri University Surabaya have created a program to provide and install information signs for RT and RW houses. The activity began by conducting a field survey to determine strategic locations to install signboards. Once the location was determined, the next step involved drafting the signage, purchasing tools, and acquiring the necessary materials. The process consists of stages from planning to installation of the signs, with the aim of improving accessibility and administrative efficiency for Jogosatru Village residents.

Background: Waste that continues to accumulate every year is an unresolved environmental problem at the regional to global level. This problem can actually be overcome by applying good waste management according to its type (organic and inorganic). However, waste management is still rarely practiced in the community, for example for residents of Tegal Sari Village RT 1 and 3, Satui District, Tanah Bumbu Regency. The waste segregation, disposal, and processing system in the village is not optimal. Objective: Therefore, the Desa Relasi program aimed to increase the knowledge and awareness of residents in managing organic and inorganic waste through Takakura composting and inorganic crafts. Methods: The program was formed based on the results of problem priorities obtained during PBL through identification and analysis of health problems in the village by collecting secondary and primary data (with interviews and questionnaires). Results: Activities in the program are in the form of counseling, cadre debriefing, demonstration, and practice. The evaluation instruments used were pre-post test questionnaires (I and II), observation, and evaluation through chat. Based on the results of the knowledge test during counseling, 72.73% of residents experienced an increase in knowledge, 22.73% were stagnant, and 4.55% experienced a decrease (pre-post test I). While in post-test I - II, 77.72% experienced an increase, 18.18% did not experience an increase or decrease, and 4.55% experienced a decrease. Conclusion: There was an increase in knowledge in most participants regarding organic and inorganic waste management. Therefore, it is hoped that Tegal Sari Village residents will be able to apply good waste management so that it can produce use, sale and aesthetic value and advance the village.

Asthma is a heterogeneous disease characterized by chronic inflammation of the airways. This disease is diagnosed based on a history of respiratory symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, a feeling of heaviness in the chest and coughing that varies in time and intensity, accompanied by limited expiratory air flow. The aim of this activity is to be able to understand asthma and administer simple steam inhalation to determine the effectiveness of airway clearance after administering inhalation therapy (UAP) to asthma patients. Health education about asthma and simple steam inhalation can increase the knowledge of  Kampung Baru village residents to do their best to treat asthma using traditional medicine. Health education to residents can increase their knowledge and skills in using traditional drugs in a simple way.

In their life, the people of Siwal Village cannot be separated from the use of oil. Moreover, the majority of Siwal Village residents work as food or fried food sellers on the roadside. Repeated use of cooking oil can have harmful effects on health. In addition, used cooking oil that can no longer be used is usually dumped in careless places and causes environmental pollution. Another problem in Siwal Village is the lack of skills of children due to the influence of gadgets. With these things in mind, training on how to process used cooking oil into an alternative material for making used used wax is one of the right solutions. Activities consist of a location survey, implementation, results and discussion. Implementation includes; 1) preparation 2) counseling 3) training 4) mentoring 5) evaluation 6) advanced stage training. All activities carried out online are able to improve children's skills and reduce environmental pollution due to used waste. Keywords: oil, used cooking, wax