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Research Trends in Islamic Ecotheology and Environmental Education: A Bibliometric Analysis
Environmental crises, including climate change, deforestation, ecosystem degradation, and biodiversity loss, have become pressing global challenges that require multidisciplinary approaches integrating ecological awareness with religious and educational perspectives. Among these approaches, Islamic ecotheology has gained increasing scholarly attention by emphasizing human moral and spiritual responsibility toward environmental sustainability. Despite this growing interest, few studies have systematically mapped the intellectual structure, thematic evolution, and emerging research directions of Islamic ecotheology in relation to environmental education. This study aims to map the development of research on Islamic ecotheology and environmental education through a bibliometric analysis of publication trends, country contributions, thematic structures, keyword networks, and emerging research topics. Data were collected from Google Scholar using the Publish or Perish application between January and March 2026. From an initial dataset of 1,120 publications, 556 articles published between 2016 and 2026 were selected based on their relevance to Islamic ecotheology, environmental education, faith-based environmental movements, and tree-planting initiatives. The data were analyzed using VOSviewer through network, overlay, and density visualizations. The findings reveal a substantial increase in publication output over the study period, reaching its peak in 2025. Indonesia emerged as the leading contributor, accounting for 392 publications (70.50%) based on author affiliations. Network visualization identified several interconnected research clusters centered on climate change, environment, education, ecotheology, and religion. Overlay visualization demonstrated a thematic shift from earlier discussions on climate adaptation and mitigation toward more recent topics, including Islamic ecotheology, environmental education, and tree-based conservation initiatives. Density visualization showed that climate change and ecotheology remain dominant research themes, whereas Islamic ecotheology, ecosystem services, and urban green infrastructure represent promising yet underexplored research areas. This study provides the first comprehensive bibliometric mapping of the intersection between Islamic ecotheology and environmental education, offering a clearer understanding of the field's intellectual landscape while identifying emerging themes and future research opportunities that support the integration of Islamic ecological values into sustainability education and environmental practice.
Copyright (c) 2026 Khafifatul Fian, Muhamad Slamet Yahya, Eka Imbia Agus Diartika, Enjen Zaenal Mutaqin, Nurkholis Nurkholis, Retno Farah Meilani Asidik https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The Legal Position of Therapeutic Contracts in Plastic Surgery Procedures and Medical Dispute Resolution in Indonesia
The rapid expansion of aesthetic plastic surgery in Indonesia, driven by technological advancement and the increasing influence of digital media on beauty perception, has intensified legal challenges concerning patient protection, professional accountability, and the enforceability of therapeutic contracts. This development is reflected in the rising number of medical disputes and disciplinary complaints, as well as the growing demand for aesthetic medical services across the region. These conditions have generated doctrinal uncertainty regarding the legal classification of therapeutic contracts in elective medical procedures, where civil contractual principles intersect with medical ethics and professional standards. This study aims to clarify the legal nature of therapeutic contracts in plastic surgery and to examine medical dispute resolution mechanisms as a framework for balanced legal protection of physicians and patients. A normative legal research method is employed using statutory, conceptual, and doctrinal approaches. The study analyzes key legal instruments, including the Indonesian Civil Code, Law No. 17 of 2023 concerning Health, Government Regulation No. 28 of 2024, and Minister of Health Regulation No. 290/Menkes/Per/III/2008, supported by health law doctrines and principles of professional liability. The findings demonstrate that therapeutic contracts in plastic surgery constitute a hybrid legal construct situated at the intersection of civil contract law, health regulation, and medical ethics. This hybridity generates doctrinal tension between contractual autonomy and professional medical responsibility, particularly in determining liability when surgical outcomes diverge from patient expectations in elective aesthetic procedures. Medical dispute resolution operates through a structured dual mechanism: preventive protection, including informed consent, medical record governance, professional standards compliance, and ethical supervision; and repressive protection through alternative dispute resolution and litigation pathways, with a normative preference for non-litigation settlement. This study concludes that although Indonesian health law provides a regulatory foundation for therapeutic contracts and dispute resolution mechanisms, it still lacks a coherent doctrinal taxonomy to clearly differentiate contractual liability from professional medical responsibility in aesthetic surgery practice. By repositioning therapeutic contracts as a hybrid legal entity within health law discourse, this study contributes to theoretical refinement in medical law and offers practical implications for strengthening regulatory coherence, dispute prevention mechanisms, and legal certainty in aesthetic medical services.
Copyright (c) 2026 Umu Istikharoh, Francis Maryane Pattynama, Ahmad Heru Romadhon, Rahayu Sri Utami https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Revitalizing the Social-Educational Role of Mosques in Fostering Pancasila Leadership Character among Early Childhood Learners in the Context of Quiet Quitting
The rapid expansion of digital culture and increasing individualism among younger generations have contributed to the emergence of quiet quitting, a phenomenon characterized by declining social engagement, weakened collective responsibility, and reduced participation in community life. These challenges underscore the importance of strengthening character education from early childhood, particularly in rapidly urbanizing and multicultural settings such as Kendari City, Indonesia. This study aims to develop a conceptual understanding of how revitalizing the socio-educational functions of mosques can foster Pancasila leadership character among young children as a preventive foundation against future social disengagement associated with quiet quitting. This study employed an integrative literature review by synthesizing evidence from scholarly journal articles, academic books, policy documents, institutional reports, and official statistical publications published between 2018 and 2025. The selected literature was analyzed using thematic content analysis to identify and synthesize conceptual relationships among mosque-based education, Pancasila leadership, early childhood character development, and social engagement. The literature synthesis indicates that mosques possess substantial potential as community-based character education centers by facilitating the internalization of Pancasila leadership values, including religiosity, responsibility, cooperation, tolerance, discipline, and social concern through Qur'anic education, role modelling, collective social activities, community service, and children's active participation in religious and social programs. The synthesized evidence further suggests that strengthening the socio-educational functions of mosques may promote the development of socially responsible, community-oriented, and actively engaged future citizens while reducing the long-term risk of disengagement-oriented attitudes associated with quiet quitting. This study contributes to the literature by integrating the perspectives of quiet quitting, early childhood character education, Pancasila leadership, and mosque-based education into a unified conceptual framework that positions mosque revitalization as a community-based strategy for strengthening children's leadership character in the digital era.
Copyright (c) 2026 Sapri Sapri, Sitti Aisyah Mu'min https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The Role of the Film "Kejarlah Janji" as a Political Education Media for Senior High School and Vocational High School Beginner Voters during Indonesia's 2024 Legislative Election
The large proportion of novice voters in Indonesia’s 2024 Legislative Election, combined with their limited understanding of electoral procedures and vulnerability to political misinformation, highlights the need for innovative political education strategies. This study aims to examine the role of the film “Kejarlah Janji” as a political education medium for senior high school and vocational high school students as novice voters. A quantitative survey approach was employed using purposive sampling involving 33 respondents who had watched the film and met the criteria of novice voters. Data were collected through closed-ended and open-ended questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive quantitative analysis. The findings indicate that although most respondents had previously been exposed to election-related information, gaps remained in procedural understanding and active electoral engagement. After watching the film, respondents reported stronger motivation to participate in elections, better understanding of leadership criteria, greater awareness of misinformation, and stronger endorsement of democratic values such as honesty, responsibility, and fairness. These findings suggest that “Kejarlah Janji” functions not only as an informational medium but also as a contextual and engaging form of political education for young voters. The study contributes to the literature by demonstrating the potential of film-based political education to support political literacy, critical awareness, and democratic value formation among novice voters.
Copyright (c) 2026 Kenmada Widjajanto, Atalia Praratya https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Innovative Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Policies Based on Local Wisdom: Towards an Inclusive and Sustainable Development Model
Although Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has been widely adopted, most implementations in developing countries tend to be oriented towards regulatory compliance and biased towards the economic-environmental dimension. This approach often ignores local socio-cultural aspects, thus triggering low social legitimacy and program sustainability. To fill this gap, this study examines innovation in CSR policy through the integration of local wisdom values as the basis for inclusive and sustainable regional development. Using the theoretical framework of the Advocacy Coalition Framework (ACF) and Triple Bottom Line (TBL), this study employs a qualitative case study with an exploratory approach to analyze the dynamics of CSR policy in Banyuwangi Regency, Indonesia. Data were obtained through in-depth interviews with 15 key informants, document analysis, and field observations involving government actors, companies, and local communities. The results show that CSR policy in Banyuwangi has undergone a transformation from a philanthropic and regulatory approach to a participatory policy model rooted in local culture. This policy innovation is concretely realized through the institutionalization of the values of Gugur Gunung (collective work), Sambatan (mutual cooperation), and Tanggap ing Sasmita (social sensitivity) into the Regional Medium-Term Development Plan (RPJMD), orchestration of multi-actor coalitions in which local governments act as policy intermediaries, and transformation of programs into sustainable partnerships focused on empowering creative MSMEs and conserving green tourism. Theoretically, this study contributes by integrating ACF and TBL in the local cultural context to form a hybrid model of CSR policy innovation. Practically, the results offer strategic direction for local governments and companies in designing CSR programs that are socially just, sustainable, and responsive to local cultural values.
Copyright (c) 2026 Dimas Imaniar, Hadi Prayitno, Dina Suryawati, Wheny Khristianto https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Cybersecurity Policy Research in the Social Sciences: A Systematic Literature Review and Bibliometric Analysis
The global digital transformation has positioned cybersecurity policy as a strategic issue within the social sciences rather than merely a technical concern. Although cybersecurity has been widely examined in technical, engineering, and information systems domains, studies that systematically map cybersecurity policy research from a social science perspective remain limited and fragmented across governance, regulatory, institutional, and socio-political dimensions. Therefore, a comprehensive synthesis is needed to better understand the development, intellectual structure, and future directions of cybersecurity policy scholarship within the social sciences. This study aims to map the development of cybersecurity policy research, identify publication patterns based on countries, institutions, sources, and publication types, and synthesize the key determinants and social dimensions associated with cybersecurity policy. The study employs a Systematic Literature Review and bibliometric analysis of 70 Scopus-indexed articles published up to March 17, 2026. The findings reveal a substantial increase in cybersecurity policy research over the past decade, particularly in studies related to governance, regulation, and geopolitical issues, reflecting a growing multidisciplinary orientation. The thematic synthesis and literature analysis identify five key determinants of cybersecurity policy and several social, political, and economic dimensions frequently associated with cybersecurity governance. These findings are integrated into a conceptual model developed from literature synthesis and bibliometric mapping to illustrate the relationships among the identified determinants and associated dimensions. This study contributes to enriching the cybersecurity policy literature from a social science perspective and provides directions for future research and policy development.
Copyright (c) 2026 Refa Andrean Tri P, Ismi Dwi Astuti Nurhaeni, Faizatul Ansoriyah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Islamic Leadership in the Digital Era: Mapping Intellectual Structure and Emerging Research Trends
The growing integration of digital technologies into organizational and social life has reshaped leadership practices, creating new challenges and opportunities for Islamic leadership. Although studies on Islamic leadership have increased substantially over the past decade, a comprehensive understanding of its intellectual structure, thematic evolution, and emerging research directions in the digital era remains limited. This study aims to map the development of Islamic leadership research, identify dominant themes, and explore emerging trends and future research opportunities. Using a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) combined with bibliometric analysis, data were retrieved from the Scopus database using the keyword “Islamic leadership” for publications between 2010 and 2025. Following the PRISMA protocol, 69 eligible articles were selected from an initial dataset of 1,880 records and analyzed using VOSviewer. The findings reveal that Islamic leadership research has experienced steady growth, particularly since 2022, with dominant themes focusing on employee performance, job satisfaction, motivation, organizational commitment, and Islamic work ethics. The intellectual landscape is largely shaped by contributions from Southeast Asian countries, especially Indonesia and Malaysia, while increasing international collaboration has expanded the field across Europe, Australia, and the Americas. Furthermore, the analysis identifies emerging research fronts related to digital transformation, workplace spirituality, knowledge sharing, and transformational leadership, indicating a shift from predominantly normative perspectives toward more contextual and adaptive approaches to contemporary organizational challenges. This study contributes to the literature by providing a comprehensive mapping of the intellectual structure and thematic evolution of Islamic leadership research and by proposing future directions for integrating Islamic leadership principles with digital-era organizational practices. The study is limited to Scopus-indexed publications and a specific search strategy, suggesting opportunities for future studies to incorporate broader databases and complementary analytical approaches.
Copyright (c) 2026 Rosita Damayanti, Ika Nurul Qamari https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Institutional Framework for Protecting Communal Land Rights in Customary Villages (The Case Study of Pengastulan and Sumberklampok, Bali, Indonesia)
Communal land rights in Bali face increasing threats from land commercialization, tourism development, and legal uncertainties, highlighting the need for robust governance mechanisms that integrate formal state regulations and customary institutions. This study examines how these institutional systems interact to protect communal land rights in Pengastulan and Sumberklampok villages. Using Scott's four-pillar institutional framework, we conducted a qualitative constructivist study involving 26 informants, including customary leaders, government officials, and community members, through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and document analysis. Results show contrasting institutional capacities: Pengastulan exhibits strong customary legitimacy, cohesive social norms, and resilient cultural practices, but faces pressures from privatization and tourism; Sumberklampok demonstrates weaker customary institutions, relying more on legal advocacy and collective mobilization due to prolonged agrarian conflicts. Findings indicate that effective communal land protection depends on the dynamic interplay of regulatory, normative, cultural-cognitive, and habitual dimensions rather than formal legal recognition alone. The study contributes theoretically by extending institutional governance frameworks to customary land contexts under legal pluralism and offers practical insights for adaptive, collaborative approaches that integrate state administration with local customary mechanisms to strengthen communal land resilience.
Copyright (c) 2026 I Nyoman Alit Badrika, I Ketut Mastika, Agus Trihartono, Suji Suji, I Wayan Madra Suartana https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Smart Mobility Governance in Surabaya: Digital Innovation, Accessibility, and Sustainable Urban Transport
Smart Mobility research often emphasizes digital applications, intelligent transport systems, or low-emission vehicles, but less attention has been given to how accessibility, environmental sustainability, and ICT integration are governed as interdependent public service dimensions in developing-country cities. This study addresses that gap by analyzing Smart Mobility governance in Surabaya, Indonesia, where Suroboyo Bus, Trans Semanggi, Feeder Wara-Wiri, the GOBIS application, cashless payments, and electric buses are being developed within one urban mobility system. Using a qualitative case study design, data were collected through field observation, semi-structured interviews, documentation, and literature-based conceptual review. Informants were selected through purposive sampling and consisted of 15 participants, including local government or transport authority representatives, public transport service personnel, passengers, and users representing accessibility or digital inclusion concerns. Thematic analysis supported by NVivo 15 was used to code and compare patterns related to accessibility, sustainability, ICT integration, and inclusion barriers. The findings show that Surabaya has improved mobility access through route information, bus stops, pedestrian facilities, passenger assistance, and digital travel information, but access remains uneven for wheelchair users, elderly passengers, and residents with weak first-mile and last-mile connections. Electric buses indicate potential operational emission reduction, although their long-term environmental benefit depends on the electricity mix, fleet scale, life-cycle impacts, and modal shift from private vehicles. GOBIS and cashless payments improve service transparency, journey planning, and user convenience, yet digital literacy, internet access, and application reliability remain critical barriers. The study contributes to Smart Mobility and smart governance literature by conceptualizing mobility innovation as an integrated governance process that must align digital systems, inclusive design, low-emission transport policy, and citizen-oriented service delivery.
Copyright (c) 2026 Deby Febriyan Eprilianto, Yuyun Eka Kartika Sari, Galih Wahyu Pradana, Adam Jamal, Revienda Anita Fitrie, Rianda Usmi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Motor Vehicle Tax Amnesty and Transfer Fee Exemption on Taxpayer Compliance: The Moderating Role of Tax Socialization
Motor vehicle tax and motor vehicle ownership transfer fee are important sources of local own-source revenue. However, low taxpayer compliance constrains the optimization of regional revenue. This study examines the effects of motor vehicle tax amnesty and motor vehicle ownership transfer fee exemption on motor vehicle taxpayer compliance, with tax socialization as a moderating variable. This study used a quantitative approach involving 113 respondents selected through incidental sampling. The data were analyzed using multiple linear regression to test the direct effects and Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA) to examine the moderating effect of tax socialization. The results show that motor vehicle tax amnesty has a positive and significant effect on taxpayer compliance (p = 0.029), and motor vehicle ownership transfer fee exemption also has a positive and significant effect on taxpayer compliance (p = 0.003). Furthermore, tax socialization weakens the effect of motor vehicle tax amnesty on taxpayer compliance (p = 0.025), but strengthens the effect of motor vehicle ownership transfer fee exemption on taxpayer compliance (p = 0.018). These findings indicate that tax socialization plays different moderating roles across tax incentive policies. Therefore, tax authorities should adjust their communication strategies according to the characteristics of each incentive policy to improve taxpayer compliance.
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Copyright (c) 2026 Nataullah Zilan Utami, Ardan Gani Asalam https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Legal Protection and Liability of Anesthesiologists in High-Risk Medical Procedures: A Normative Juridical Study
Medical complications in anesthesiology frequently create legal disputes due to the unclear distinction between inherent medical risks and medical negligence in Indonesian healthcare practice. Previous studies generally discuss medical malpractice broadly, while limited research specifically examines legal protection and proportional liability for anesthesiologists in high-risk medical procedures. This study aims to analyze the forms of legal protection for anesthesiologists and determine the limits of their legal liability within the Indonesian healthcare legal system. This research uses a normative juridical method with statutory, conceptual, and case approaches. Primary legal materials include Law Number 17 of 2023 on Health, the Civil Code, and the Criminal Code, supported by legal doctrines and scholarly literature. The analysis applies qualitative legal reasoning through systematic interpretation and doctrinal analysis. The findings show that legal protection for anesthesiologists consists of preventive and repressive mechanisms. Preventive protection is implemented through professional standards, standard operating procedures, informed consent, medical records, and patient safety systems. Repressive protection is conducted through mediation, medical audits, disciplinary proceedings, and litigation as a last resort in resolving medical disputes. The study also finds that legal liability in anesthesiology only arises when unlawful conduct, fault, damage, and causality are cumulatively proven. The novelty of this study lies in positioning anesthetic complications as inherent medical risks rather than automatically categorizing them as malpractice. The research contributes to the development of proportional medical liability theory and strengthens a standard-based approach in Indonesian health law.
Copyright (c) 2026 Dewi Puspitorini Husodo, Francis Maryane Pattynama, Ahmad Heru Romadhon https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Utilizing Digital Parenting Apps for Modern Parenting Practices and Child Protection: The Potential of BabyCenter and Google Family Link among Parents of Young Children
The increasing use of digital technology in family life has transformed the way parents access parenting information and support, including in Malanuza and Bajawa, Ngada Regency. Various digital parenting apps are available to help parents obtain parenting information while supporting child protection in the digital environment. However, research on the potential use of digital parenting apps in supporting modern parenting and early childhood protection remains limited. This study aims to analyze the potential use of digital parenting apps, specifically BabyCenter and Google Family Link, in modern parenting practices and early childhood protection. The study employed a descriptive qualitative approach involving 10 young parents with young children who own smartphones. Participants were selected through purposive sampling to explore their perceptions regarding the usefulness, ease of use, and potential applications of both apps. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation, and then analyzed using the Miles, Huberman, and Saldana model. The results indicate that BabyCenter is viewed as a potential source of information on child growth and development, health, nutrition, and managing sleep patterns, as well as parenting strategies appropriate for the child’s developmental stage. Meanwhile, Google Family Link is perceived as a tool that can help parents monitor their children’s digital activities, set device usage limits, and control access to inappropriate content. These findings suggest that both apps have the potential to support parenting practices while strengthening child protection in the digital environment. The uniqueness of this study lies in its examination of the potential for using BabyCenter and Google Family Link together to support modern parenting and early childhood protection, based on perceptions of usefulness and ease of use within the framework of the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM).
Copyright (c) 2026 Angelina Kurnia Juita, Prisko Yanuarius Djawaria Pare, Abdul Halim Bin Masnan, Mallevi Agustin Nigrum, Eustakia Mogi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Bounded Agility in Hybrid Organization: Bridging Fiscal Duties and Regulatory Constraints in Lembaga Manajemen Aset Negara
The transformation of public organizations into hybrid entities has created increasing complexity in governance, particularly when administrative flexibility must coexist with strict fiscal compliance. In the Indonesian public sector context, the State Asset Management Agency (Lembaga Manajemen Aset Negara/LMAN), operating as a Public Service Agency (Badan Layanan Umum/BLU) while simultaneously registered as a Taxable Entrepreneur (Pengusaha Kena Pajak/PKP), faces unique institutional challenges in balancing its dual mandate of public service delivery and fiscal compliance. This study aims to analyze LMAN's institutional strategy in managing fiscal duty through an agile governance perspective. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach, utilizing in-depth interviews with nine key informants from within and outside the organization, supported by observation and document analysis. Data were analyzed using an interactive model developed by Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña. The findings indicate that agile governance in LMAN is not solely driven by structural transformation but emerges through flexible work processes, adaptive decision-making, and the active role of human resources in responding to the dynamics of change. Organizational agility is supported by cross-unit coordination and the use of technology as a supporting tool rather than a primary driver. This study identifies the concept of bounded agility, which is a form of organizational agility that operates within the constraints of institutional regulations and strict fiscal compliance. These findings highlight that agility in public organizations is process-driven and actor-centered, rather than structurally imposed. This study contributes to the literature by extending agile governance theory to the context of fiscal compliance in public organizations, offering a new perspective on how adaptive capacity is shaped under institutional regulation. Practically, this study provides insights for policymakers and implementers in designing more adaptive governance mechanisms for hybrid public organizations facing dual administrative and fiscal demands.
Copyright (c) 2026 Reza Pranata Putra, Ria Ananda Putri, Muhammad Iqbal Maulana, Yola Rezki Handika https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The Role of Social Conversation in Strengthening Social Media Literacy Among Gen Z
Generation Z is a cohort of young people raised in the digital era, with social media playing a significant role in their social interactions and information consumption. This proximity creates opportunities for self-development, but also poses challenges in the form of exposure to unverified information, social pressure, identity formation in online spaces, and shifting patterns of social relationships. This Community Service (PkM) activity aims to facilitate students’ reflective awareness of life goals, career plans, social media literacy, and healthy social relationships through social conversation techniques. The activity was conducted at the Indonesian School of Kota Kinabalu (SIKK), Sabah, Malaysia, involving 30 students aged 15–17 years and 8 facilitators over 120 minutes. A participatory method was used through small group discussions, reflective questions, and open dialogue. The implementation of the social conversation approach provided a dialogic, safe, and participatory atmosphere that facilitated students’ critical reflection on their digital experiences. Students demonstrated emerging awareness of digital footprints, information verification, the relationship between social media and identity formation, and the psychosocial impact of social media use. These findings suggest that social media literacy is more meaningfully developed through a contextual, dialogic, and experience-based approach, rather than a one-way delivery of material. This social conversation model offers a replicable reference for community service practices aimed at strengthening digital literacy among Gen Z youth.
Copyright (c) 2026 Adi Fahrudin, Evi Febriani, Deasyanti Deasyanti, Ida Hindarsah, Heri Erlangga, Rini Hartini Rinda Andayani, Nurul Hudani Binti Md. Nawi, Lailawati Bte Madlan @ Endalan, Norhamidah Binti Jarimal @ Safri, Hon Kai Yee https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Implementation of E-PACE Mobile in Improving the Quality of Non-Business Licensing Services in West Papua Province
Digital transformation has become central to improving public service quality, yet evidence on how mobile government applications perform in remote and infrastructure-constrained regions remains limited. This study evaluates the implementation of E-PACE Mobile, a front-end application integrated with the SiCANTIK Cloud ecosystem, at the West Papua Province Investment and One-Stop Integrated Service Agency (DPMPTSP), and assesses its contribution to improving the quality of non-business licensing services in line with SDG 16. A single embedded qualitative case study design was employed, with four sub-units of analysis (application features, institutional framework, infrastructure, and users), supported by document analysis as the primary data collection technique. Primary textual data were obtained from institutional documents of the DPMPTSP, evaluation reports of the Indonesian Ombudsman (2022–2025), documentation of the E-PACE Mobile system, and official statistical data of the BPS, and analyzed using a hybrid deductive–inductive thematic approach framed by the E-GovQual dimensions and the Technology–Organisation–Environment (TOE) framework. The findings indicate that E-PACE Mobile enhances service efficiency through its Digital Approval feature and strengthens transparency via cryptography-based QR code permit verification. However, service reliability is constrained by rural internet access, which stands at only 55.75%. Citizen support remains the weakest dimension due to the absence of an integrated helpdesk, and the organisational capacity paradox (strong political commitment coupled with technical staff limitations) restricts scalability. This study makes three theoretical contributions: (1) the addition of territorial logistical efficiency as a new E-GovQual metric relevant to island and mountainous regions, (2) the proposal of a cultural sub-dimension within the TOE Environment component, and (3) the formalisation of the organisational capacity paradox as a structural pattern of e-government in Indonesia’s 3T regions. In practical terms, the expansion of E-PACE Mobile should be approached sequentially, beginning with the reinforcement of 4G telecommunications infrastructure in districts classified as 'red zones', followed by the integration of WhatsApp/SMS-based help desks and community-based digital ambassador programmes. This approach will ensure that the implementation of E-PACE Mobile does not exacerbate existing service inequalities.
Copyright (c) 2026 Yakobus Richard Murafer, Terianus Luther Safkaur, Eduard Metusala Johanis Kocu, Jackson Yumame, Melpayanty Sinaga https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Ecological School-Based Group Counselling for Enhancing Mental Health of Migrant Adolescents in Kinabalu, Malaysia
Migrant adolescents in school settings often face emotional, social, and academic challenges related to adaptation and future uncertainty. This study examines how an ecological school-based group counselling program implemented at Sekolah Indonesia Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, contributes to participants’ reported experiences of resilience and adaptive coping among migrant adolescents. Using a qualitative descriptive design, the study involved 25 migrant students aged 15–17 years who were purposively selected based on indications of emotional, academic, and psychosocial difficulties identified during the school needs assessment process. The intervention consisted of a single counselling session deliveres concurrently to four parallel groups of students. Data were collected through session documentation, facilitator observations, and student reflective notes, and analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings revealed three main themes: (1) emotional regulation and expression, where students developed greater awareness and control over their emotions; (2) peer connectedness and social support, reflected in reduced feelings of isolation and increased sense of belonging; and (3) future orientation and adaptive coping, indicated by improved problem-solving skills and more constructive perspectives toward life challenges. These findings suggest positive changes in participants’ psychosocial well-being, particularly in emotional stability, social connectedness, and adaptive coping. The novelty of this study lies in its application of an ecological group counselling framework within a migrant school context, integrating individual, peer, and systemic dimensions of intervention, which remains underexplored in previous research predominantly focused on individual counselling approaches. Future implementation should focus on developing standardized ecological group counselling modules, strengthening teacher capacity in psychosocial support, and scaling up school-based mental health programs through policy integration to better serve migrant student populations.
Copyright (c) 2026 Laila Meiliyandrie Indah Wardani, Rika Fitriyana, Kus Hanna Rahmi, Siti Urbayatun, Mohd. Dahlan Abdul Malek https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Blocking of Inactive Accounts by PPATK from the Perspective of Sharia Economic Law and Civil Law: Analysis of Property Rights Protection and Justice
The freezing of inactive bank accounts by Indonesia's Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center (Pusat Pelaporan dan Analisis Transaksi Keuangan, PPATK), the country's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), has generated significant legal debate due to the tension between preventive anti-money laundering measures and the protection of individual property rights. However, little attention has been paid to how Civil Law and Sharia Economic Law can be harmonized to assess the legitimacy and justice of account-freezing policies. This study aims to analyze the legal mechanism governing PPATK's account-freezing authority and evaluate its implications for the protection of property rights from the perspectives of Civil Law and Sharia Economic Law. Using a normative juridical approach, the study examines Indonesia's Anti-Money Laundering Law, the Indonesian Civil Code, and classical Islamic jurisprudential sources through statutory, conceptual, and comparative legal analyses. The findings reveal two complementary dimensions of legal protection. From the perspective of Civil Law, account freezing constitutes a legitimate preventive administrative measure only when it is implemented within a clear legal framework, supported by due process, transparent procedures, and reasonable time limitations that prevent disproportionate interference with ownership rights. From the perspective of Sharia Economic Law, the policy is justified by the principles of maslahah (public interest) and la darar wa la dirar (the prohibition of harm), as it seeks to preserve the integrity of the financial system while protecting lawful ownership from illicit financial activities. The analysis further demonstrates that substantive justice can be realized only when preventive state authority is exercised transparently, proportionately, and with effective legal remedies that enable account holders to recover legitimate access to their assets. This study contributes to the development of legal scholarship by proposing a proportionality-based framework that harmonizes Civil Law and Sharia Economic Law in balancing financial security objectives with the protection of individual property rights. The proposed framework extends existing legal discourse by offering a normative model for strengthening legal certainty, accountability, and substantive justice in Indonesia's financial regulatory system.
Copyright (c) 2026 Rita Defriza, Ardina Khoirun Nisa https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The Association between Visionary Leadership and Teachers’ Achievement Motivation: The Mediating Role of Work-Life Balance
Teachers’ achievement motivation is a critical factor influencing educational quality and teacher performance. Although previous studies have examined leadership, teacher motivation, and work-life balance independently, limited research has explored the mechanism through which visionary leadership influences teachers’ achievement motivation, particularly within vocational education settings. This study investigates the association between visionary leadership and teachers’ achievement motivation, with work-life balance as a mediating variable among private vocational school teachers in Indonesia. A quantitative cross-sectional survey was conducted involving 127 mathematics teachers selected through proportionate stratified random sampling. Data were collected using Likert-scale questionnaires and analyzed using multiple regression and path analysis. The results revealed that visionary leadership was positively associated with teachers’ achievement motivation (β = 0.553, p < .001) and work-life balance (β = 0.496, p < .001). Work-life balance was also positively associated with achievement motivation (β = 0.618, p < .001). Furthermore, the findings indicated that work-life balance mediated the relationship between visionary leadership and teachers’ achievement motivation. These findings suggest that visionary leadership is associated not only with higher teacher motivation but also with more balanced professional and personal lives among teachers. The study contributes to educational management literature by integrating leadership and well-being perspectives into a unified framework for explaining teacher motivation and highlights the importance of supporting teachers’ work-life balance to foster achievement motivation in vocational education contexts.
Copyright (c) 2026 Huri Suhendri, Mailizar Mailizar, Rita Ningsih https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Collaborative Intelligence and Digital Agency: Women’s Lived Experiences in Navigating Human-AI Interaction on Canva
The rapid development of generative artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed digital creative practices, enabling users to produce visual content through AI-assisted design platforms. However, limited research has explored how everyday users experience collaboration with AI tools in creative production, particularly in relation to maintaining digital agency and creative control. This study aims to explore women’s lived experiences in interacting with Canva AI during visual content production and to understand how collaborative intelligence and digital agency emerge in AI-assisted creative practices. The study employed a qualitative approach using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA). Data were collected through in-depth interviews with seven women who actively use Canva AI in their digital content production activities. The analysis identified four key experiential dimensions: reflexive agency, collaborative intelligence, ethical and cultural filtering, and digital empowerment. Participants treated AI-generated visuals as preliminary materials requiring human interpretation, refinement, and contextual judgment before publication. Canva AI was perceived as a co-creative partner that accelerated idea generation while preserving human control over the final design decisions. The findings suggest that collaborative intelligence in AI-assisted creativity functions as a partnership between human interpretation and technological support, where human agency remains central in shaping digital communication practices.
Copyright (c) 2026 Syammas Pinasthika Syarbini, Irmawan Rahyadi, Muhammad Aras, La Mani https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The Effectiveness of Budget Simulation Training in Improving Budget Preparation and Control Capabilities in MSMEs: The Role of Management Accounting Mediation
Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) play a vital role in economic development; however, many experience high failure rates due to weak financial management capabilities, particularly in budgeting and financial control. Limited understanding of systematic budgeting and the lack of practical financial training often prevent MSME actors from effectively planning and monitoring their financial resources. Strengthening budgeting competencies through structured training interventions is therefore essential to improve the financial sustainability of MSMEs. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of budget simulation training in improving budget preparation and control capabilities among MSME actors, while considering the mediating role of management accounting practices. This study employed a quantitative approach using a one-group pretest–posttest quasi-experimental design. The sample consisted of 112 MSME actors selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using questionnaires administered twice, namely before the training and four weeks after the intervention. Data analysis was conducted using paired sample t-tests and Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) with SmartPLS 4.0. The results show that budget simulation training has a positive and significant effect on budgeting skills (β = 0.347) and management accounting practices (β = 0.642). Management accounting practices also significantly influence budgeting skills (β = 0.468). Furthermore, management accounting practices partially mediate the relationship between training and budgeting skills, with a variance accounted for of 46.4%. These findings suggest that MSME capacity-building programs should integrate simulation-based budgeting training with guidance on the implementation of management accounting systems. This study contributes by integrating Experiential Learning Theory, Contingency Theory, and the Resource-Based View into a unified framework and empirically testing the mediating role of management accounting practices in MSME budgeting training in Indonesia.
Copyright (c) 2026 Henny Andriyani Wirananda, Sri Fitria Jayusman, Wilda Sri Munawaroh Harahap, Wan Dian Safina https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
From classroom to market: The role of brand identity and local cultural values in building customer loyalty for vocational teaching factory products
Teaching Factory (TEFA) programs are designed to connect classroom-based vocational education with real market production, positioning polytechnics as hybrid institutional–commercial actors within regional innovation ecosystems. However, sustaining the commercial viability of TEFA products remains a structural challenge. This study investigates the role of brand identity and local cultural values in strengthening customer loyalty toward TEFA products at Politeknik Negeri Jember. Employing a quantitative explanatory design with path analysis on data collected from 215 respondents, the study examines both direct and mediated relationships among brand identity, perceived cultural values, and customer loyalty. The results indicate that brand identity significantly influences customer loyalty directly (β = 0.412, p < 0.01) and indirectly through local cultural values (β = 0.153, p < 0.01), with the model explaining 46.1% of the variance in loyalty. These findings suggest that culturally embedded branding enhances institutional credibility and supports the transition from educational production to sustainable market engagement. The study contributes to the understanding of how branding mechanisms operate within vocational innovation systems and regional knowledge-based economic development contexts.
Copyright (c) 2026 Ratih Puspitorini Yekti Ambarkahi, Fredy Eka Ardhi Pratama, Ponti Primastuti Aulia Nugraheni, Pascawati Savitri Universitasari, Dhanang Eka Putra https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Digital Human Resource Management and Its Effect on Human Resource Efficiency: Empirical Evidence from Manufacturing Companies in Batam, Indonesia
Digital transformation has fundamentally reshaped human resource management (HRM) practices in the manufacturing industry. Although many organizations have adopted Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS), their utilization often remains limited to administrative functions, thereby constraining their strategic potential. This study aims to examine the impact of Digital Human Resource (Digital HR) implementation on Human Resource Management efficiency in manufacturing companies. Employing a quantitative explanatory research design, data were collected from 40 human resource practitioners in manufacturing firms in Batam, Indonesia, using a structured questionnaire with a five-point Likert scale and purposive sampling technique. Data were analyzed using Partial Least Squares–Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The results reveal that Digital HR implementation has a positive and significant effect on HRM efficiency (β = 0.670; p < 0.001), with a moderate explanatory power (R² = 0.449) and a substantial effect size (f² = 0.352). Multidimensional analysis indicates that the most significant improvements occur in process integration and decision-making readiness, rather than merely in administrative speed and data accuracy. These findings suggest that Digital HR functions not only as an operational tool but also as a strategic driver for enhancing organizational efficiency. This study contributes to the literature by validating the applicability of the Electronic Human Resource Management framework and the Technology Acceptance Model in a labor-intensive manufacturing context. Practically, the findings offer valuable insights for organizations seeking to optimize HR performance through digital transformation initiatives.
Copyright (c) 2026 Ramon Zamora, Nurhayati Nurhayati, Sri Mulayti https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Understanding Purchase Intention through Customer Relationship Management, Brand Equity, and Perceived Value: A Qualitative Study of Modern Retail Consumers in Sumatra
In the increasingly competitive modern retail context, understanding the formation of purchase intentions has become essential. Accordingly, this study aims to explore how purchase intentions are shaped through customer relationship management (CRM), brand equity, and perceived value, while also considering the roles of perceived product quality and price perception among modern retail consumers in Sumatra. To achieve this objective, an exploratory qualitative approach was employed to capture consumers’ experiences and subjective interpretations in the purchase decision-making process. Data were collected through semi-structured in-depth interviews with regular customers of modern retail outlets in Sumatra and subsequently analyzed using thematic analysis to identify recurring patterns and key themes. The findings indicate that purchase intentions are formed through an integrative evaluative process rather than through isolated assessments of product attributes. In this process, CRM fosters trust and emotional comfort, while brand equity reduces perceived risk by providing a sense of consistency and reliability. Furthermore, perceptions of product quality and price are interpreted contextually, shaping consumers’ judgments of fairness and functional value. These elements ultimately converge in perceived value, which acts as a central mechanism linking consumer experiences to purchase intentions. Overall, this study contributes to the marketing literature by offering a more context-sensitive understanding of purchase intention formation and provides practical insights for retailers in developing relationship-oriented and value-based strategies.
Copyright (c) 2026 Hakim Lukmanul, Mon Korcharoen, Tibrani Tibrani https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Enhancing STEM Education through IoT-Based Distance Monitoring Projects in High Schools
This community service program was conducted in response to the demands of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, which requires stronger digital literacy and practical STEM competencies in schools. The program aimed to introduce IoT-based STEM learning to teachers and students at Situraja State Senior High School (SMAN Situraja), a rural school in West Java, Indonesia, to enhance digital literacy and promote hands-on STEM education. To achieve this, the program implemented an IoT-based distance monitoring project using an ultrasonic sensor, an ESP32 microcontroller, and the Blynk platform through a project-based learning approach that included lectures, collaborative practical sessions, and interactive feedback activities. The program was evaluated using post-activity questionnaires administered to both teachers and students to capture their perceptions of the learning activities and outcomes. The results showed highly positive teacher responses, with 75–100% of participants selecting "strongly agre across all evaluation items, including 100% agreement on understanding IoT data transmission and the relevance of STEM integration. Student feedback also indicated positive motivation toward STEM learning, with 48% of students strongly agreeing that the activity increased their interest in STEM. However, student responses related to physics concept understanding and real-world application were more varied, with up to 48% selecting neutral responses in these areas. This difference suggests that teachers more readily recognized the instructional relevance of the program, while some students were still adapting to newly introduced IoT and physics concepts.
Copyright (c) 2026 Istiqomah Istiqomah, Khilda Afifah, Porman Pangaribuan, Teguh Patriananda, Ni Kadek Cindy Sriastiti, Justin Fairman Tan, Tsania Puspa Kirana, Garry Nelson https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Community-Based Educational Intervention to Enhance Higher Education Aspirations among Underprivileged Students
Higher education plays an important role in improving quality of life and breaking the cycle of poverty. However, economic limitations often prevent underprivileged students from pursuing university education. This study aimed to enhance higher education aspirations among students from social assistance recipient families in Batu Putuk Village, Teluk Betung Barat District, Bandar Lampung City, Indonesia, using the Participatory Action Research (PAR) approach. The program involved educational socialization, motivational activities, academic mentoring, and university entrance examination preparation for 30 students from economically disadvantaged households. The results of the self-awareness questionnaire indicated a significant increase in students’ motivation toward higher education. Approximately 94% of participants expressed strong motivation to obtain better employment opportunities and reduce dependence on social assistance in the future, while 88% were determined to improve their family’s socioeconomic conditions. In addition, 94% of students reported increased family awareness regarding the importance of higher education. Scholarship opportunities and parental support were identified as major factors influencing students’ aspirations to pursue university education, each reported by 88% of participants. These findings highlight the importance of educational empowerment, accessible financial support, and cross-sector collaboration in increasing higher education participation among underprivileged students.
Copyright (c) 2026 Rini Setiawati , Umi Rojiati https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Sociopragmatic Functions of Sumimasen and Gomennasai in the Film Sayonara no Asa ni Yakusoku no Hana wo Kazarou
Apology expressions play an important role in maintaining interpersonal relationships in Japanese communication. Among the commonly used expressions, sumimasen and gomennasai perform distinct sociopragmatic functions depending on situational context and speaker–listener relationships. However, learners of Japanese often experience difficulty distinguishing the appropriate contexts for using these expressions. Therefore, this study aims to examine the sociopragmatic functions of sumimasen and gomennasai in film dialogue. This research employs a qualitative descriptive approach using sociopragmatic analysis. The data were collected from the animated film Sayonara no Asa ni Yakusoku no Hana wo Kazarou through observation and note-taking techniques. A total of fifteen utterances containing the expressions were identified and analyzed based on their contextual functions. The findings reveal that sumimasen performs two main functions: avoiding conflict and expressing dissatisfaction (two instances) and maintaining attitudinal distance (one instance). Meanwhile, gomennasai appears more frequently and functions as a marker of attitudinal distance (six instances) and as an expression of sincere apology (six instances). These findings suggest that the choice between sumimasen and gomennasai is strongly influenced by interpersonal relationships and emotional context within the narrative interaction.
Copyright (c) 2026 Muhammad Nursalam, Meira Anggia Putri https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Community Facilitators and Volunteers as a Model for the Implementation of Local Government Development in West Papua
Volunteer participation has become an important element in local development implementation, especially in regions where public service delivery faces geographical, institutional, and social constraints. In areas with dispersed communities, limited service capacity, and recurring health and disaster-related pressures, volunteers and community facilitators often support the implementation of government programs at the community level. This study examines how media visibility represents volunteer participation in local government development implementation in West Papua. Using media-based content analysis, this study mapped 55 publicly indexed news reports published in 2024–2025 based on volunteer role, location, period, source, and search query. The findings show that reported volunteer activities were concentrated in hub areas, particularly Sorong and Manokwari. Health-related activities, especially blood donation, dominated public reporting, while education, social support, and environmental activities received less attention. The media also tended to frame volunteering as institution-led and programmatic service rather than community-based mutual aid. These findings indicate that media visibility may create representational bias by privileging accessible locations, formal institutions, and standardized activities. This bias can affect how volunteer contributions are recognized in local development policy and may reduce attention to less visible community-based initiatives. The study contributes a repeatable media-based approach for identifying visibility bias in volunteer reporting and provides empirical insight for improving equity-oriented development implementation in geographically dispersed regions.
Copyright (c) 2026 Winnie Cherie Adriana Rumbruren, Selvi Diana Meilinda, Dwi Agus Sumarno, Hendayana Hendayana https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Evaluation of the Gerakan Nasional Revolusi Mental (GNRM) Policy in Improving Tolerance and Harmony among Religious Communities
The Gerakan Nasional Revolusi Mental (GNRM) [National Mental Revolution Movement] aims to strengthen Pancasila values however, its implementation in multicultural Jakarta continues to face challenges related to value consistency, interagency coordination, and public participation. This study aims to evaluate the implementation of the GNRM policy in improving tolerance and harmony among religious communities, identify supporting and inhibiting factors, and formulate reflective strategies to strengthen value-based governance in Jakarta, Indonesia. The study uses a qualitative approach with the CIPP (Context, Input, Process, Product) evaluation model. The data was collected through in-depth interviews, field observations, and document analysis involving 25 informants, including policymakers, religious leaders, and civil society organizations. The analysis was conducted through open, axial, and selective coding to establish thematic relationships between empirical findings and conceptual reflections. The main findings show that: (1) GNRM contributes positively to strengthening social tolerance, discipline, and cooperation among citizens; (2) there are still limitations in bureaucratic synchronization and reflective monitoring mechanisms; and (3) local leadership commitment and interfaith collaboration are key supporting factors. This study introduces the concept of Value-Based Policy Evaluation, which integrates moral, social, and bureaucratic dimensions into public policy analysis. Overall, the results confirm that value-based governance can bridge bureaucratic systems and social culture to achieve sustainable policy outcomes. The policy implications emphasize the need to institutionalize Pancasila values through an adaptive and learning-oriented governance framework at the central and regional levels.
Copyright (c) 2026 Mukhammad Fahrurozi, Fernandes Simangunsong, Muhadam Labolo, Layla Kurniawati https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
From Line to Logic: STEM Learning Based on Line Follower Robot Program for Vocational Students' Logical Thinking Development
In the current digital era, logical thinking skills and technological understanding are increasingly essential for vocational high school (SMK) students preparing to enter a technology-driven workforce. This community service program aimed to strengthen students’ logical thinking skills through STEM-based learning activities focused on the configuration and programming of line follower robots. The program was conducted over one month and comprised three stages: focus group discussion with school partners, development of instructional materials, and training sessions. The training involved 17 students. Participants were introduced to fundamental concepts of line follower robots, including basic logic, sensors, and programming principles, and then applied this knowledge through practical tasks. Evaluation results showed that 76% of students expressed increased interest in further learning robotics, while all participants (100%) successfully completed the assigned task of programming the robot to navigate from the starting point to the finish line. These findings indicate that robotics-based learning effectively supports the program’s objective of enhancing logical thinking while simultaneously increasing students’ engagement with STEM concepts. By integrating theoretical explanations with direct practice, the line follower robot served as an accessible and meaningful medium for translating abstract logical reasoning into concrete technological applications. The main contribution of this community service activity lies in offering an applied STEM learning model for vocational high schools, particularly in contexts with limited prior exposure to robotics. This program provides a practical reference for integrating educational robotics into SMK learning environments to strengthen logical reasoning, technical competence, and students’ motivation to pursue STEM-related fields.
Copyright (c) 2026 Yandhika Surya Akbar Gumilang, Subairi Subairi, Abdur Rabi', Saeed Abioye Bello, Wahyu Sasongko Putro, Binti Afifah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Enhancing Halal Certification Compliance Among MSMEs Through Asset-Based Community Development: Evidence from Coastal Tourism in Indonesia
The implementation of mandatory halal certification policies in Indonesia presents significant challenges for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), particularly in tourism-driven coastal areas where regulatory literacy and procedural readiness remain uneven. This study aims to examine whether an Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach can enhance halal certification readiness among MSME actors operating in Pahawang Beach and Klara Beach, Lampung Province. Employing a quasi-experimental pretest–posttest design combined with qualitative triangulation, data were collected from 50 MSME participants through structured surveys, focus group discussions, and field observations. The intervention focused on strengthening regulatory awareness, procedural literacy, attitudinal readiness, and behavioral commitment toward halal certification. The findings indicate substantial improvements across knowledge and compliance indicators, including increased understanding of legal obligations, certification timelines, and administrative sanctions, as well as a marked rise in certification registration interest and application behavior. The results further reveal that prior barriers were predominantly procedural rather than ideological, and that participatory mentoring effectively reduced informational asymmetry while activating community-level support networks. By integrating regulatory compliance with asset-based empowerment, this study advances halal governance scholarship and demonstrates that community-driven facilitation can function as an effective intermediary mechanism between statutory mandates and MSME institutional engagement. The implications suggest that mandatory halal certification policies should be accompanied by localized participatory capacity-building strategies to ensure inclusive compliance, particularly within emerging halal tourism ecosystems.
Copyright (c) 2026 Heru Juabdin Sada, Yudesta Erfayliana, Muhammad Aridan, Muhammad Sufian, Faridha Noer Barkah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0