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This community service activity aims to optimize the utilization of woodcraft waste and broken tiles in Tamansari Village through training in briquette charcoal production and effective marketing strategies. The wood waste, which has not been optimally utilized and has become an environmental issue, is expected to be processed into high-economic-value products. The conversion of waste into briquette charcoal is expected to reduce pollution while opening up new environmentally-friendly business opportunities. The implementation method includes socialization on the potential and benefits of briquette charcoal, technical training covering material preparation, carbonization process, mixing, molding, and drying, as well as assistance with marketing strategies both offline and digitally. Participants include local residents, small business owners, and craftsmen. The expected outcomes are an increase in the community's skills in processing waste into marketable products, the growth of new businesses based on alternative energy, and increased awareness of environmentally-friendly waste management. This program is expected to make Tamansari Village a model for creative, independent, and environmentally-conscious villages with strong competitiveness in the local economy.

The Calong traditional musical instrument from West Sulawesi is a cultural heritage of the Mandar people, possessing strong artistic and symbolic value. However, documentation of the instrument's construction and ornamentation remains limited. This study aims to identify the Calong's construction, analyze the variety of ornaments used, and uncover the aesthetic meaning and symbolism inherent in the instrument. The research method used was descriptive qualitative, with data collection techniques including direct observation, documentation, interviews with craftsmen and artists, and a visit to the West Sulawesi Pavilion at the TMII (Indonesian Museum of Traditional Art) as a comparative source for cultural representation. The results indicate that the Calong's construction utilizes specific bamboo selection and splitting techniques, which influence its resonance quality. The ornamentation reflects symbols of the relationship between humans and nature, ancestors, and the Mandar people's philosophy of life. Aesthetically, the combination of form, texture, and motifs creates a distinctive visual character while strengthening its musical identity. The study's conclusions confirm that the Calong is not only a musical instrument but also a cultural artifact with aesthetic and symbolic value that is important to preserve through education, cultural awareness, and ongoing documentation.

The purpose of the research is to analyze the influence of technology readiness and entrepreneurial motivation on the success of digital marketing through management support in MSMEs (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises) of footwear craftsmen in East Java. The research method uses a quantitative approach with a survey method. The population includes all MSME footwear craftsmen in East Java. A sample of 69 MSME footwear craftsmen in East Java was obtained through accidental sampling. Data were processed using SEM PLS 4. The results of the study show that Technology Readiness does not affect Management Support, Entrepreneurial Motivation affects Management Support, Management Support affects the success of Digital Marketing, Technology Readiness does not affect the success of Digital Marketing, Entrepreneurial Motivation affects the success of Digital Marketing, and Technology Readiness does not affect the success of Digital Marketing and Entrepreneurial motivation affects the success of digital marketing through management support in small and medium enterprises (SMEs) of shoe craftsmen in East Java. This finding is expected to provide strategic recommendations for shoe craftsman SMEs to enhance the effectiveness of their digital marketing.

The purpose of this community service is to provide assistance to MSMEs producing traditional cakes and tampah craftsmen in Karijawa Village, Dompu District, Dompu Regency. The assistance provided includes flavor innovations in traditional Dompu cakes and innovations in bamboo crafts other than tampah. These innovations aim to increase the competitiveness of local products in the wider market. This assistance also focuses on improving the quality of product packaging, considering that the still minimal packaging quality is one of the obstacles faced by partners. As part of this community service, we hope to provide solutions to the problems faced by MSME partners related to unattractive products and less than optimal packaging quality. The method used in this activity includes three main stages: planning, implementation, and evaluation. The planning stage is carried out by identifying the problems faced by partners and selecting appropriate solutions. In the implementation stage, the selected solutions are implemented by providing training and direct assistance related to flavor innovations in traditional biruas beras cakes and bamboo woven product designs. The evaluation stage aims to assess the extent to which the implemented solutions have been effective and have a positive impact on MSME partners. The results of this community service activity indicate that MSME partners now have products with new flavors for their rice bran and a wider variety of woven bamboo products, in addition to winnowing baskets. Furthermore, product packaging has undergone significant improvements, increasing product appeal and meeting higher market standards.

Sukapura batik represents the local wisdom of the Tasikmalaya Regency community, showcasing their relationship with the surrounding natural and social environments. This batik has distinct characteristics, particularly in its color palette, which features dark blue, maroon, and beige tones. Despite its long history, Sukapura batik struggles to achieve the same recognition as well-known batik from regions like Cirebon, Solo, and Pekalongan. As a result, the number of batik artisans in Sukaraja has gradually declined. This research examines the communication efforts to preserve Sukapura batik and explore its growth potential. Using a qualitative method and a case study approach, the study gathers data from participants through interviews, observations, and the analysis of written documents, both online and offline. The results showed that there are differences in marketing strategies between craftsmen in Sukapura Village and Janggala Village. Sukapura Village craftsmen still rely on traditional marketing, while the Gandok Jaya Mukti Joint Business Group (KUB) utilizes exhibitions and social media. The main challenges are low digital literacy and limited capital. Sukapura batik has the potential for development, despite challenges posed by global competition. Realizing this potential depends on support from the local government in areas such as human resource development, as well as marketing and promotion through online channels. The sustainability of Sukapura batik relies on the government's and policymakers' proactive involvement to devise and implement strategies that enhance promotional and marketing endeavors, particularly those targeting the younger generation. Efforts to raise awareness of Sukapura batik require collaboration between artisans, the government, and the community. One approach is through education and training for young batik makers, as well as providing facilities to support digital marketing.

Mekarsari Village, located in Panimbang District, Pandeglang Regency, Banten Province, has local potential in the form of a bamboo-based home industry. This potential has long been part of the cultural and economic identity of the local community. Therefore, the goal of this Community Service (PKM) activity is to increase the income of bamboo craftsmen by encouraging innovation, improving product quality, and broader marketing strategies. The PKM activity was carried out by male and female students of KKM Universitas Bina Bangsa, group 41 of 2025. The stages of activities carried out in this program include three main phases. The pre-implementation stage was carried out through a process of observation and direct visits to the homes of bamboo craftsmen in Sumur Kuya Village, Mekarsari Village. Students conducted short interviews to explore obstacles and potential in production activities carried out so far. The implementation stage included practical work on making household products such as winnowing baskets, food covers, tissue holders, and bamboo baskets by KKM41 participants, guided directly by the craftsmen. Students also provided light training on product design to make it more attractive and competitive in the market. The final stage, the evaluation stage, was conducted through product socialization activities to the local community, including mini-exhibitions and open discussions. The community was educated on the importance of preserving local heritage while remaining open to innovation in production and marketing. This activity was held from July 18–20, 2025. The methods used included observation, field surveys, interviews, and hands-on practice. Bamboo was chosen as the basic material because it is abundant in the surrounding environment, as well as its advantages as an environmentally friendly material with high aesthetic value.

This final project report aims to explain the application of a three-act structure in writing a feature video script entitled "Bamboo Melody: Reviving a Traditional Symphony." The three-act structure is used as a narrative approach that functions to raise the issue of the fading of the angklung's sound philosophy among Generation Z. Each act plays an important role in building a structured and easily understood storyline for the audience. The first act focuses on the introduction of the angklung's philosophical meaning. In this act, the audience is invited to understand more deeply about the cultural values contained in the angklung, especially through the perspective of angklung craftsmen who have a direct relationship with the creation of this traditional musical instrument. The explanations from the craftsmen provide an overview of how the angklung is not only a musical instrument, but also a symbol of a profound philosophy of life. The second act highlights the crisis of cultural regeneration, which is a major challenge in preserving traditions. In this act, the perspective of cultural experts is introduced to provide an analysis of how the younger generation, especially Generation Z, is increasingly alienated from traditional cultural values, including the angklung. Cultural experts explain various factors that cause the angklung and other cultural values to be less familiar to the younger generation, who are more accustomed to global popular culture. The third act demonstrates concrete efforts to preserve angklung culture through testimonies from young angklung players and performances at Saung Angklung Udjo. Through this performance, the audience sees how the angklung remains relevant and can be revived by involving a younger generation that is adaptable to developments in media and technology. The story's conclusion illustrates that cultural regeneration can be achieved through a creative approach and the active involvement of the younger generation, so that the angklung's sound philosophy becomes more than just a discourse but can also contribute to social harmony relevant to the current context.

The purpose of this study is to understand the triple roles of elderly women who are still productive in the pandan leaf weaving business in Mbatakapidu Village, Waingapu City District, East Sumba Regency, through a description of: Reproductive Roles, Production Roles and Social/Community Roles. This study attempts to understand the role of elderly women weaving craftsmen through the lens of the triple roles theory. By utilizing qualitative research methods and data collection techniques are interviews, observation and documentation. Data analysis techniques include data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The results of this study indicate that the elderly in Mbatakapidu Village are still productive in doing household chores and weaving, this is done to fulfill household life. Age is no longer an obstacle for elderly women weaving craftsmen in Mbatakapidu because they are still able to carry out three-fold roles, namely the role of reproduction, the role of production and social roles, only to fulfill household needs or household economics. While elderly women should be able to no longer work and focus on their health due to their susceptibility to illness, the opposite is true in Mbatakapidu. This triple role is truly implemented by the elderly women through mat weaving.

Plastic bottle waste is a leftover material that is no longer used from human activities. Flower bouquet has become one of the necessities, especially for teenagers to adults. Comparison of the price of a bouquet of real flowers and artificial flowers is quite expensive, making a bouquet of flowers from plastic bottle waste a new innovation. The purpose of this study was to determine the process of making a flower bouquet, determine product validation, determine the public acceptance of the product, and determine the comparison of the price of production costs of a flower bouquet of plastic bottle waste, real flowers, and artificial flowers. This research uses the methods of observation, literature, experimentation, documentation, interviews, and questionnaires. The process of making a bouquet consists of the preparation of tools and materials, and manufacturing steps starting from bottle selection, bottle cleaning, bottle formation according to flower patterns, pattern assembly, application of color paint, glitter, and clear paint. Making a flower bouquet from plastic bottle waste was carried out through three experiments. The results of the validation test to 3 expert validators based on the assessment of shape, color, appearance, circuit patterns, and color combinations that obtained decent results were the products in the third experiment with a score of 15. The results of the public test to 34 respondents on the public acceptance of the products in the third experiment based on aspects of shape, color, appearance, circuit patterns, and color combinations were very like (score 3). So that the product in the third experiment was accepted by the community. So that the product in the third experiment is accepted by the public and has the potential to become a business opportunity. We recommend that craftsmen streamline time in the manufacturing process and use gloves to avoid droplets of wax glue and cuts due to cutters or sharp bottle parts.

Deli Serdang is a district in North Sumatra known for its diversity and significant Malay community commodities. Traditional songket weaving, especially the Deli Tobacco Leaf motif, plays an important role as a symbol of economic growth and prosperity for the Deli Malay community, and is a Malay cultural heritage that must be preserved. This study highlights the Malay songket tradition in Deli Serdang, to reveal its aesthetic and symbolic meaning through interviews with craftsmen and community leaders. The Tobacco Leaf motif, in addition to beautifying the fabric, also reflects traditional artistic values ​​such as balance, proportion, while emphasizing the identity of Indonesian culture. This study encourages the preservation of cultural heritage to remain relevant and modern.

Work in the informal sector, such as weaving, has high health risks due to the repetitive nature and static positions required. Weavers often experience Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) due to sitting too long in front of the loom for about 8 hours. This condition causes muscle contractions in the shoulders and neck, reduces blood flow, and causes pain and fatigue. A study of two sarong weaving industries in Dalangan Village found that 70% of 10 workers complained of low back pain. Many workers work with non-ergonomic positions and inappropriate equipment. Improvements in work attitudes are needed so that workers' health and productivity are maintained. This study aims to determine the relationship between work attitudes and MSDs disorders in the central craftsmen of the weaving industry. This research is a quantitative study using observational analysis method with cross sectional approach. The population was 35 from 4 locations with a sample of 35 respondents taken using total sampling technique. Assessment for work attitudes using the Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) and for Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) experienced using the Nordic Body Map (NBM). The results of the Spearman correlation test showed no significant relationship between work attitudes and musculoskeletal complaints with a p-value = 0.261 (p < 0.05) and a correlation coefficient value of r = 0.195 which is included in a weak correlation with a positive direction. The study shows there is no significant relationship between work attitude and musculoskeletal disorders in weaving industry workers. Routine ergonomics education is recommended to prevent complaints and maintain sustainable occupational health.

 Community service activities have been carried out with the title of modifying palm sugar molding tools as an effort to improve the economy of palm sugar craftsmen in Bulukumba Regency, which is a form of community service, with the orientation of its activities in the field of community service. The form of this activity consists of: 1) identification of activity targets, which is carried out with a communication approach to the community in finding and studying problems in the field, 2) implementation stage, which begins with providing material in the form of participatory counseling on the importance of improving the economy of palm sugar craftsmen in Bulukumba Regency, then the design of making the tool is carried out which begins with the manufacture of a molding tool in the form of a molding tool model design, and 3) the progress reporting stage, aims to report on the conditions of the implementation of temporary activities in the field. With this program, the palm sap processing community in Bulukumba Regency can easily increase the selling value of the palm sap they make, the market share of palm sap sugar is also getting wider, the marketing of this product is increasing, so that it can increase the productivity of palm sap sugar through alternative effective palm sugar printing methods. The indicators for achieving targets and outputs from this community service activity are the creation of palm sugar products with high competitive value, so that they can advance the people's economy, especially palm sap sugar entrepreneurs in Bulukumba Regency.

The Sewu Sambang Tourism Area is located in Banyuwangi Regency, East Java Province. This area has a unique culture and natural beauty that is very interesting to visit. Therefore, the design of this tourist area was carried out using a sustainable design approach. The design was carried out by considering aspects of ecological, social and economic sustainability. Ecological aspects are taken into account by selecting environmentally friendly building materials, good waste management and the use of renewable energy. Social aspects are taken into account by involving local communities in managing tourist areas and paying attention to local wisdom in design. The economic aspect is considered by building small and medium businesses that support tourist areas, so that they can increase the income of the surrounding community. The design of this tourist area involves sustainable land use, so that it does not damage the surrounding environment. The land used to build tourist attractions such as buildings, parks and parking lots is also adapted to the surrounding environmental conditions, so that it does not disturb the life of local flora and fauna. Apart from that, the use of renewable energy such as solar panels is also carried out to meet electricity needs in tourist areas. The design of this tourist area also pays attention to local wisdom by using building materials and furniture produced by local craftsmen. Apart from that, local wisdom is also demonstrated through art and cultural exhibitions, as well as the use of regional specialties. By designing a sustainable Sewu Sambang tourist area, it is hoped that it can improve the quality of life of the surrounding community, increase community income, and preserve local culture and environment.

This Community Service Program aimed to enhance the productivity of broomstick craftsmen in Karang Rejo Village by innovating a coconut leaf separator tool and developing an online sales module. Traditionally, the separation process was manual, labor-intensive, and time-consuming, limiting production and income. The team designed a simple yet effective tool that increased daily output from 1–5 bundles to 6–7 bundles. Additionally, a digital sales module using platforms like Shopee was introduced to expand market reach. As a result, the local community improved production efficiency and gained new knowledge in modern marketing strategies. This program not only empowers the community economically and technologically but also promotes environmental sustainability by utilizing coconut leaves as economic resources. By applying appropriate technology and a digital approach, this initiative serves as a replicable model of village empowerment through local innovation, contributing to long-term economic growth and ecological awareness in rural areas.

The impact of the Covid 19 pandemic was also felt by the miniature craftsmen of the phinisi ship in the Bontobahari sub-district, Bulukumba Regency because of marketing limitations that only relied on offline stores. The purpose of this service is to help craftsmen business owners in utilizing digital media as a means of marketing the miniature phinisi boats in the Bontobahari sub-district, Bulukumba Regency. The instruments used in this service are observation, interview and documentation techniques. The results of the service show that there is an increase in the sale of miniature pinisi ships during the use of digital marketing using Instagram and the market reach is also getting wider.

This community service activity aimed to increase the knowledge and awareness of informal sector sandal craftsmen regarding hypertension through education and blood pressure screening. The target group consisted of 17 workers at Sandal Factory X in Tasikmalaya City. The methods used included health education using interactive poster media and blood pressure screening with a digital sphygmomanometer. The results showed that most workers (94.1%) had elevated blood pressure: 41.2% pre-hypertension, 41.2% stage 1 hypertension, and 11.8% stage 2 hypertension. Only 5.9% had normal blood pressure. This activity effectively raised participants’ awareness of the importance of early detection of hypertension. The workers responded positively and showed enthusiasm in participating. These findings highlight the importance of promotive and preventive interventions for informal sector workers who are often underserved in healthcare access.

This study explores the impact of local culture on the internationalization process of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), especially statue craftsmen in Trowulan, East Java. MSMEs in Indonesia face various challenges, including low productivity and access to technology. However, statue craftsmen in Trowulan are able to utilize the richness of Majapahit culture to differentiate their products in the global market. Using a qualitative approach through in-depth interviews and participant observation, this study found that local culture not only plays a role as a product identity, but also as a strategy to attract international consumers. Adaptation to the needs of the global market, especially in Europe, shows the ability of craftsmen to innovate and collaborate. This study provides important insights into how the integration of local culture can improve the competitiveness of MSMEs in the era of globalization, and offers recommendations to support the development of MSMEs through cultural preservation and skills improvement. The results can be used as a reference for local economic policies and the promotion of Indonesian cultural heritage.    

The songkok industry in Lamongan has quite a large economic potential, but still faces various challenges in increasing competitiveness, especially in facing increasingly tight market competition. Some of the main obstacles found are lack of innovation, limited access to wider markets, and low utilization of technology in production and marketing. This study aims to explore strategies to increase the competitiveness of local songkok products through a creative economic empowerment program using the Chambers Theory perspective. The research method used is a qualitative approach with data collection techniques in the form of in-depth interviews, field observations, and literature studies. Data analysis was carried out descriptively qualitatively with three main stages, namely data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study indicate that the creative economic empowerment program plays a significant role in improving craftsmen's skills, encouraging innovation in design, and expanding the marketing reach of songkok products. By applying analysis based on Chambers Theory, this empowerment contributes to increasing power within (craftsmen's confidence and awareness), power to (individual capacity to innovate and develop businesses), power with (collaboration between craftsmen in the community), and power over (ability to face competition and external constraints). Based on these results, it can be concluded that empowering the creative economy is an effective strategy in increasing the competitiveness of Lamongan songkok products. Therefore, close cooperation is needed between the government, the artisan community, and the private sector in order to create a sustainable creative industry environment.    

‘Sehelai Kain Harapan’ is a documentary film that discusses the training of batik making by people with disabilities at Pusyansos Griya Harapan Difabel and the formation of a business Batik Griya Difabel. The making of this documentary video does not escape the process of applying cinematographic techniques by a DoP. Therefore, the task of a Director of Photography so that the message to be conveyed can be conveyed properly is carried out the preparation of cinematographic techniques. The purpose of this writing is to find out the application of cinematographic techniques including framing, shot size, camera angle, and camera movement in the production of documentary videos. The stages of creation include pre-production, production, and post-production. Cinematography techniques in the production of this documentary video are carried out to support the delivery of messages and according to the needs of visual narratives in order to be able to build emotions, strengthen the character of subjects and convey messages effectively. The shooting carried out include; opening, interview with the head of the centre, batik making process, interview craftsmen, craftsmen's challenges, coordinator interview, hopes coordinator and closing. The conclusion of this writing is that the activities of applying framing techniques, shot size, camera angle and camera movement in documentary production have been done well.

The aim of the service is to find out how the sub-district government is making efforts to empower the community of brick craftsmen in Kayumalue Ngapa Subdistrict, North Palu District, Palu City. Community Empowerment is an activity to increase community participation in accessing and enjoying a better and more decent life so that they experience increased capacity and social protection. This activity is carried out through community service, which is a community service-based activity to increase students' sense of empathy for the conditions of society and their environment. community service was carried out in North Palu District, Kaymalue Ngapa Village, with the results of this service showing that efforts to empower the community's economy through the red brick industrial center are an effort to utilize natural resources in Kaymalue Ngapa Village. The implementation is a craft activity that utilizes human resources. By empowering the community's economy through the red brick industrial center, it can increase the community's economic income. The existence of a red brick industrial center creates jobs for the community thereby increasing the community's economic income. The increase in income from working in the red brick industry can be seen from the income one earns. His income is sufficient to meet basic needs and basic needs.