International Journal Of Community Service

Strategies For Optimizing Traditional Market Retribution: A Study In Purworejo Regency

2024-01-06T15:13:07+07:00

Regency, was conducted using an integrated mixed method which combines quantitative and qualitative approaches to process various data collected to formulate policies and strategies in addressing a public issue (Burch & Heinrich, 2015). This study used secondary data from Statistics Indonesia, regulations, research results, and primary data from interviews, observations, and focus group discussions involving relevant stakeholders. Data analysis involved classification analysis, macro data analysis, and SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) analysis. Based on the SWOT analysis, several programs can be carried out by the Purworejo District Government to maximize the potential of its regional markets. Promote traditional markets after revitalization to increase public awareness of the positive changes in the market. Using social media, advertisements, and promotional campaigns to reach more potential visitors. Some of the related activities include; Socialization through social media, Official website development, Promotional video campaign, Photography competition, Loyalty program.

Socialization of the Goals and Functions of Islamic Religious Education in Labuhanbatu Regency South

2024-01-23T23:49:29+07:00

Education is a process carried out consciously or deliberately in order to increase knowledge, insight and experience to determine life goals so that they can have a broad view towards a better future and with education itself can create quality human beings. Like Western theory, educators in Islam are people who are responsible for the development of students by trying to develop all students' potential, both affective (feelings), cognitive (creativity), and psychomotor potential (intentions). Education is a cultural process to improve human dignity that lasts throughout life. Education is always developing, and is always faced with changing times. That is the cycle of development of changes in education, otherwise education will be left behind by the rapid changes of the times. For this reason, changes in education must be relevant to changing times and the needs of society at that time, so it is important to plan as early as possible which can be stated in the Vision, Mission, Goals and Functions of Islamic Education.

Design And Construction Of Fish Seed Grading Tools As An Early Introduction To Entrepreneurship At SMKN 1 Meureubo, West Aceh

2024-02-07T08:29:05+07:00

This research-based community service aims to develop several research results from research teams and other researchers who are in the same field of science, namely the field of aquaculture or aquaculture, to overcome the problems faced by partners. This service was motivated by the partner's problem at SMK Negeri 1 Meureubo, West Aceh, namely that the results of raising catfish were less than optimal because catfish have cannibalistic characteristics so that in making a catfish grading tool, partners were able to increase the results of cultivating catfish. This is also supported by the absence of manufacturers making catfish grading equipment in West Aceh in particular and Aceh in general. Apart from that, making this grading bucket can also provide additional income for students at SMKN 1 Meureubo school through early introduction to entrepreneurship for students at school as well as to develop an entrepreneurial spirit and improve students' skills in making useful products in the field of Aquaculture. The method used in this service is through a direct approach and active participation of students in making catfish seed grading buckets. Activities include outreach in the form of lectures and discussions, practice of making grading buckets directly at school as well as mentoring the service team in developing the entrepreneurial spirit of students at partner schools. The output of the service that has been carried out is a draft article to be published in a national journal. Output also produces products that can be marketed online and offline.

Interpersonal Communication Training To Reduce Student Aggressiveness

2024-01-11T07:49:19+07:00

Aggression is a behavioral problem that often occurs in students. Aggression can be caused by various factors, one of which is a lack of interpersonal communication skills. Excessive aggressive behavior can have a negative impact on students and their environment. Aggressive students can experience problems in learning, socializing and establishing relationships with other people. Aggressive behavior can also cause problems in the school environment, such as brawls, bullying and sexual violence. Interpersonal communication training is one effort that can be made to reduce aggression in students. Students who need to reduce aggression are students who have excessive aggressive behavior or often carry out aggressive behavior. This study aims to test the effectiveness of interpersonal communication training in reducing aggression in students. The research results show that interpersonal communication training can reduce aggression in students. Students who took part in interpersonal communication training showed a significant reduction in aggression scores compared to students who did not take part in the training.

Counseling To Keep Reproductive Health Healthy With A Clean And Healthy Lifestyle Approach At Mts Al-Azhar Saumlaki

2024-01-23T23:50:18+07:00

Reproductive health for teenagers can be realized if teenagers know correctly how to maintain their reproductive health. Teenagers need to know the basic things about a clean and healthy lifestyle. A clean and healthy lifestyle is a form of behavior carried out consciously due to learning carried out individually, by families, and in the community in realizing community health. This is an essential aspect in realizing reproductive health for teenagers. This activity aims to increase teenagers' knowledge about maintaining healthy reproductive health of teenagers using a clean and healthy lifestyle approach implemented at the AL-Azhar Saumlaki Madrasah Tsnawiyah (MTs), Tanimbar Islands Regency. The implementation method involves lectures, questions, and answers with the material presented using PowerPoint and videos displayed using an LCD. Knowledge is measured before and after the extension activities are carried out using a questionnaire. The results of community service show that there has been an increase in youth knowledge by 81%, with good knowledge. It is hoped that this counseling will provide increased knowledge to change teenagers' behavior and attitudes in maintaining their reproductive health so that they remain healthy with a clean and healthy lifestyle approach.

Socialization Of Small Medium Enterprise (SME) Financial Management Accountability Based On Sharia Enterprise Theory In Kampung Moten Seremban Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia

2024-01-31T10:33:35+07:00

The aim of this International Community Service program is to socialize SMEs management based on Sharia Enterprise Theory (SET) in managing banking products as an additional fund for them. Moreover, this program was also carried out to socialize sharia-based business management, regarding SET concept-based accountability. This article is written to present the results of the FGD that illustrate that SMEs actors do not fully understand a SET concept-based accountability in managing their business. Accountability is still understood only as making financial reports in order to obtain credit. In understanding a SET concept-based accountability, SMEs actors must have an Islamic economics thinking paradigm that everything in this world belongs to Allah SWT and humans are only recipients of trust. Furthermore, based on the SET concept, there are three stakeholders in the Company that need to be met in accountability’s indicators, namely God, humans and the universe. Accountability applied by SMEs actors does not yet fully understand that the business they own is a mandate from Allah SWT which must always be accounted for, such as accurate financial reports are made so that Allah's rights are not oppressed, for example in the form of zakat.

Community Empowerment Through Selling Price Determination Training At The Border Market Of Humusu C Village, Insana District, North Central Timor Regency

2023-12-12T13:55:47+07:00

This service will be carried out at the border market of Humusu C Village, Insana District, North Central Timor Regency, East Nusa Tenggara Province. The problems experienced by the village are composed in two types of problems, namely accounting problems, and financial management problems with the following details: Accounting problems faced by Humusu C Village include:lack of understanding in financial records so that they are unable to get out of poverty, inadequate knowledge of business concepts, so they are unable to set goals for economic activities carried out. Furthermore, the financial management problem faced by Humusu C Village is a lack of understanding in determining the price of goods sold, resulting in prices that are too low on the products sold and very minimal profits.1) Lack of understanding in financial records; 2) Knowledge of weak business concepts; 3) Inability to set targets and evaluate the business. Financial management problems faced by Humusu C Village include: 1) Putting prices too low and always reducing profits. Solutions offered to overcome these problems include socialization to communities directly involved in international transactions at the border market of Humusu C Village, Focus Group Discussion (FGD) with sellers in the Humusu C Village environment to ensure the determination of selling prices in the border market, and assistance of each team member with the seller group. With the solutions offered for the above problems, it is hoped that international transactions that occur in the border market of Humusu C Village can run according to the policies and rules set by the Government.

Improving Economic Efficiency Through Waste Recycling And Modernizing Waste Bank Management

2024-01-12T08:39:51+07:00

Efficient waste bank management is essential for handling the growing waste volumes in landfills. Waste banks play a crucial role in local and national waste management. This program aims to boost the capacity and productivity of waste bank institutions by supporting the development of human resources in waste recycling management and implementing digital management systems. Program results demonstrate that KSM Bais, Tarakan, our partner waste bank institution, has improved its knowledge and skills in waste bank management. They have expanded their range of recyclable products, including marketable items like plastic flower jewelry, trash bins, stationery organizers, ecobricks, and other aesthetic products. Furthermore, they have created and implemented a website-based waste bank application system to streamline administrative tasks. Additionally, partners have enhanced waste bank marketing performance through website-based and online social media channels.

Willow Project Socialization As An Introduction To Petroleum Engineering At Yos Sudarso Metro High School

2024-01-06T15:14:52+07:00

The Willow Project is located on Alaska's north slope, within the National Petroleum Reserve, which is held by the United States federal government. Based on the topics being discussed, a strong desire was developed, particularly among Yos Sudarso Metro High School students, to learn about the causes for oil drilling, as well as the impacts and benefits of drilling from diverse perspectives. Concerning the community service that according to Willow Project theme, the lecturers as the facilitators of this community service assisted students who wanted to find a solution to the Willow Project issue, where they hoped that there would be several points regarding the impact and benefits of academia in the energy sector, particularly petroleum engineering. As a result of socialization regarding the Willow Project drilling, impacts and benefits have been imparted in the Community Service activities, which are separated into environmental impacts, climate impacts, and social impacts. Following an overview of the impact of the Willow Project drilling, the benefits of the drilling are explained, including job creation and economic benefits, energy independence, and tax revenue. The crux of the impacts and benefits given is that it is still envisaged that fossil energy would be used to increase jobs in the nearby community and globally. Aside from that, it is desired that the development of renewable energy, the reduction of drilling in conservation areas, and the preservation of environmental integrity would continue.

Increasing The Competitiveness Of Msmes In Parongpong District Through The Use Of E-Commerce And Branding Strategies

2024-01-23T23:51:06+07:00

The purpose of this program is to develop modules and training modules developed to improve the performance of MSMEs in Parongpong District. Identification of partner problems is carried out through document studies, interviews, and questionnaire dissemination. Based on the analysis of partner problems, there are several problems that cause MSMEs in Parongpong District to not utilize e-commerce media as their marketing media, namely: (1) Do not have knowledge and skills in using e-commerce; (2) Products that are not ready to be marketed in terms of branding, packaging that is not yet attractive, and product durability; (3) Do not understand how to use SEO (search engine optimization) in increasing product visibility in e-commerce. If these three main problems can be solved, it is expected that MSMEs can compete on various e-commerce platforms that exist today. The solution provided to partners is to develop the necessary modules and provide training for; (1) improve skills in using several e-commerce platforms; (2) increase knowledge and ability in creating branding, making attractive packaging, and preserving industry-standard products; (3) improve knowledge and skills in the use of SEO (search engine optimization). The impact resulting from this training is that MSMEs gain competencies to increase the competitiveness of marketed products. The supporting capacity provided includes the availability of (1) MSME product branding materials; (2) product packaging materials; (3) marketing materials; and (4) SEO utilization materials.

Entrepreneurial Endeavors: Examining The Role Of Catering Businesses In Pasuruan's Economic Empowerment

2024-01-26T23:46:48+07:00

This study explores the challenges faced by Muslim women in establishing catering businesses, primarily due to inadequate marketing strategies. To overcome these obstacles, the research proposes catering business assistance with a focus on utilizing the internet as a platform for product promotion. Incorporating the Marketing 4.0 concept, the study emphasizes the complementary nature of digital-based and traditional marketing to meet consumer demands. The evolution from the AIDA concept to the 4A and 5A models is examined, highlighting attention, attitude, action, and advocacy as essential elements in consumer engagement. The effectiveness of e-commerce is underscored by offering benefits for MSMEs, such as accessing buyers from different regions, cost efficiency, and improved communication. Online media, including platforms like WhatsApp, social media, and email marketing, is discussed for its positive impact on information processing, purchasing decisions, and expanding market networks. The study also emphasizes the need to combine online and offline strategies to enhance digital technology adoption, maintain a personal touch for consumer relationships, and widen business reach. This research emphasizes the importance of digital technology for MSMEs to thrive in the catering industry.

Community Empowerment Based on Branding Strengthening to Improve Rojolele’s Competitiveness Towards International Market

2024-01-15T10:09:40+07:00

Klaten Regency is dominated by the agricultural sector, with paddy as its top commodity as much as 51,4% of the total area of 65,556 ha. Delanggu rice, namely Rojolele, has become the identity of Klaten as a local pride commodity from Klaten, Indonesia. Rojolele has special characteristics such as sticky, savory, and distinctive scent (aromatic). In addition, Rojolele has a unique value as part of national identity, culture, and local wisdom which has a huge opportunity to go global in the international market. Although it has been widely known worldwide, there are some challenges in its marketing development, especially in branding awareness. Many Rojolele riced produced by local SMEs in Klaten do not have business licenses yet, thus it hampers the marketing to the wider range area. The aim of the program is to strengthen the branding strategy to improve its competitiveness in the international market. The program will engage Sanggar Rojolele, a farming community in Delanggu Village that has replanted Rojolele Srinuk since 2016 as well as initiated many cultural events based on agriculture as one of local wisdom preservation in Klaten. Universitas Sebelas Maret engaged a close collaboration with the National Pingtung University of Science and Technology (NPUST) Taiwan trhough International Community Partnership (PKMI-UNS) to implement the community partnership program using the Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) method. The activity is divided into 5 steps, namely: 1) training of the business licenses and the importance of product diversification, which will be conducted using instructional and dialog methods; 2) a seminar of strategy to develop Rojolele towards the international market; 3) registration of business licenses of Rojolele and its derivative product; 4) developing an online market strategy of Rojolele; 5) monitoring, evaluation and program output dissemination. The program is expected to increase Rojolele’s market share globally as well as to improve Rojolele Srinuk brand awareness, thus raising its competitiveness in the global market.

Socialization of Community Knowledge Management about Pharmaceutical Products in Suka Damai Village, Langkat, North Sumatra

2024-02-05T08:23:55+07:00

Socialization of public knowledge management about pharmaceutical products aims to provide information as a form of dissemination in the form of education. This community service was carried out in Suka Damai Village, Langkat district, North Sumatra Province. The purpose of this community service is to provide and practice knowledge about pharmaceutical products through traditional medicines which are mixed from plant ingredients, animal ingredients, mineral ingredients, galenic preparations, or mixtures of these materials. Traditional medicine can be made into a simple product that can be made and practiced by yourself, for example roll on aromatherapy or commonly called freshcare which has many uses in everyday life. Apart from that, other products such as dry instant ginger drinks can also be consumed with various benefits. The use of natural materials can also be used as a way to open business opportunities. Thus, people gain knowledge and know how to make one of the health products that so far when they want to use it they have to buy it first.

Empowering Creativity: Enhancing Creative Writing Skills through Pixton in Community Service Initiatives

2023-12-19T10:26:55+07:00

This community service project investigates the transformative potential of Pixton, a digital comic creation tool, in fostering creative writing skills within a community setting. The initiative seeks to empower individuals through engaging workshops that leverage Pixton as a means to unlock and express creativity. Utilizing a participatory action research approach, the project assesses both the quantitative progress in creative writing proficiency and the qualitative impact on participants' engagement and self-expression. The workshops are designed to provide a supportive space for community members to explore their narrative voices using Pixton, encouraging collaborative storytelling. Through a synthesis of pre and post-assessment data, reflective journals, and participant interviews, the project aims to contribute valuable insights into the role of digital tools in community-based creative initiatives, ultimately fostering a sense of empowerment, expression, and community cohesion.