Indonesian Journal of Engagement, Community Services, Empowerment and Development

PENDAMPINGAN PEMBUATAN POP-UP BOOK SEBAGAI MEDIA VISUAL PEMBELAJARAN TEMPAT DHARMAYATRA AGAMA BUDDHA UNTUK PEMBINA SEKOLAH MINGGU BUDDHA VIHARA WENING SARI

2025-07-23T12:29:12+00:00

Sekolah Minggu Buddha (SMB) plays a vital role in imparting Buddhist values to children and youth, yet traditional lecture-based methods often fail to engage students effectively. This community service project aimed to enhance learning at SMB Vimala Sari, Semarang, Indonesia, by developing an interactive Pop-Up Book titled "Exploring Dharmayatra Sites with Moka and Mona." The project was implemented in four sequential phases: (1) preparation and needs assessment, involving focus group discussions with teachers and a literature review on Buddhist pilgrimage sites such as Candi Borobudur and Candi Mendut; (2) training and mentoring, where teachers learned to create Pop-Up Books through workshops focusing on technical skills and age-appropriate content design; (3) evaluation and refinement, using surveys and interviews with teachers to assess the book’s impact; and (4) follow-up and sustainability, including train-the-trainer programs, exploration of digital formats, plans for mass production, and dissemination to other communities. The Pop-Up Book significantly improved student engagement and comprehension, enabling teachers to adopt more creative teaching strategies. The project successfully built internal capacity and provided a replicable model for educational innovation in religious settings. Recommendations for future development include regular content updates, enhancing teachers’ digital literacy, fostering inter-institutional collaborations, replicating the model in other SMBs, and conducting long-term impact evaluations

IMPLEMENTASI UPAYA PENGEMBANGAN KOMPETENSI GURU TK DALAM PEMBUATAN BAHAN AJAR YANG INTERAKTIF DI KECAMATAN SINDANGBARANG KABUPATEN CIANJUR

2025-08-13T06:12:28+00:00

Teachers’ ability to design engaging and interactive teaching materials is a critical factor in the success of early childhood education. However, many kindergarten teachers still face challenges in developing instructional resources that match children's developmental characteristics. This issue was also identified at TK Mandala, Sindangbarang District, Cianjur Regency, where most teachers lacked adequate skills in creating innovative and creative teaching materials. This community service program aimed to improve kindergarten teachers’ competence through intensive training and mentoring. The implementation involved administrative preparation, content planning, training sessions, hands-on practice, and evaluation. Data collection techniques included observation, interviews, and documentation of teaching materials created by participants. The results demonstrated significant improvements in teachers’ knowledge, technical skills, and attitudes toward material development. Teachers successfully produced interactive media such as flashcards, thematic posters, flannel boards, and simple digital content. The program also enhanced teachers' motivation, peer collaboration, and willingness to innovate. In conclusion, this community service activity contributed to strengthening the quality of early childhood learning and provided a sustainable impact on teacher professionalism and classroom practice.

SOSIALISASI UMKM NAIK KELAS INOVASI DAN KOLABORASI MENUJU PASAR GLOBAL DESA BABAKAN LOR KECAMATAN CIKEDAL KABUOATEN PANDEGLANG

2025-08-13T06:23:03+00:00

This community service activity was carried out in Babakan Lor Village, Cikedal District, Pandeglang Regency, with the aim of enhancing the capacity of MSME actors in facing global market challenges. The main focus is on the development of local flagship products, namely coconut pudding and emping, through an approach of innovation and collaboration. The socialization and training provided include enhancing understanding of the importance of product innovation, digital marketing strategies, modern packaging, and business legality as prerequisites for entering the export market. The results of the activities show an increase in knowledge, motivation, and collaborative spirit among MSME actors, marked by the formation of working groups and follow-up plans. This activity proves that education-based empowerment and multi-party synergy can be an effective strategy in encouraging village SMEs to level up and become competitive on a global scale.

OPTIMALISASI SUMBER DAYA ALAM MELALUI PENINGKATANPRODUKTIVITAS KRIPIK EMPING DAN SELAI PISANG SEBAGAI PRODUK UNGGULAN DESA PERDANA KECAMATAN SUKARESMI

2025-08-13T06:23:27+00:00

Perdana Village, Sukaresmi District, has the potential of natural resources that are still not maximized, especially in the processing of local agricultural and soybean products. This program aims to optimize the potential of the village through increasing the productivity of emping chips (chips from melinjo fruit) and banana jam, which are local superior products. The methods used include production technical training approaches, strengthening the capacity of micro businesses, and marketing assistance, both offline and digital. The process began with an initial survey to identify the constraints and needs of producers, followed by training on making quality banana chips and jam, improving packaging quality, and digital marketing strategies—referring to similar best practices from similar service journals. The results showed: Productivity increased significantly, with a 30–50% increase in daily output compared to before the intervention. The quality of packaging and branding are stronger so that it attracts the attention of local and digital markets. Sales are increasing, both via direct sales (stalls & village markets) and online/local platforms. Business actors gain new skills in production management and marketing, supporting the sustainability of micro businesses in villages. In conclusion, the optimization of the natural resources of Perdana Village through increasing the productivity of emping chips and banana jam is able to improve the welfare of the village community by strengthening the added value of local products so that the local products have a high selling value and are able to increase the welfare of the community, especially in Pandeglang Regency.

PENDAMPINGAN PENDIRIAN KOPERASI DESA MERAH PUTIH LEMBANG MA’KUANPARE BERBASIS PARTISIPASI

2025-08-13T06:23:31+00:00

Community-based economic development is a crucial strategy for achieving sustainable rural welfare. This community engagement program aims to assist the residents of Lembang Ma’kuanpare in establishing the Merah Putih Village Cooperative through a participatory approach and the utilization of local potential. The method used is Participatory Action Research (PAR), integrating the processes of needs assessment, training, planning, organizational formation, and legal registration of the cooperative. The results show that participatory cooperative development enhances community understanding and involvement, fosters local leadership, and creates new social institutions that support village economic development. The established cooperative functions not only as a platform for collective enterprise but also as a driving force for social transformation based on local potential.

OPTIMALISASI METODE PROBLEM BASED LEARNING DALAM PEMBELAJARAN TEMATIK UNTUK MENGEMBANGKAN POLA PIKIR KRITIS SISWA DI KELURAHAN SURALAYA KECAMATAN PULOMERAK, KOTA CILEGON

2025-08-13T06:23:50+00:00

This community service activity aims to optimize the application of Problem Based Learning (PBL) in thematic learning to develop students’ critical thinking skills in Suralaya Village, Pulomerak District, Cilegon City. The program was implemented in four educational institutions: SD Pringori, SMPN 10 Cilegon, SMA Negeri 4 Cilegon, and MDTA Al-Latif. The methods included teacher training, classroom observation, PBL implementation mentoring, and student-teacher reflection. The results showed that PBL encouraged students to become active learning agents, enhanced their critical thinking abilities, and strengthened collaboration between schools and the social environment. Furthermore, there was a transformation in the teacher’s role into that of a learning facilitator. The implication of this activity suggests that PBL is a relevant approach to improve learning quality in local educational contexts, particularly in fostering character development and higher-order thinking skills.

OPTIMALISASI SUMBER DAYA LOKAL UNTUK MENDUKUNG PROGRAM PEMBELAJARAN INOVATIF DI SMPN3 PAGELARAN

2025-08-13T06:23:55+00:00

The Community Service Activity “Optimizing Local Resources to Support Innovative Learning Programs at SMPN 3 Pagelaran” aims to integrate local potential into the learning process to improve the quality of education and strengthen students' cultural identity. The methods employed include identifying and mapping local resources, developing an integrated curriculum, teacher training, implementing resource-based learning, and establishing a school-community collaboration network. The results of the activity demonstrate the successful identification of 15 types of natural resources, 8 cultural heritage elements, and 12 local community professions, which were developed into 24 integrated learning modules. The implementation of the program in 36 classrooms increased student active participation from 45% to 87%, student attendance from 78% to 94%, and average test scores from 7.2 to 8.3. 95% of teachers reported increased confidence in local resource-based learning, while 92% of students stated that learning had become more engaging and meaningful. The establishment of the Local Resource-Based Learning Forum created a sustainable learning ecosystem involving all community components and opened opportunities for local economic development.

PENYULUHAN HUKUM TENTANG BAHAYA NARKOBA DAN KENAKALAN REMAJA DI MTsN 05 PULO AMPEL

2025-08-13T06:24:19+00:00

Drug abuse and juvenile delinquency are serious issues with significant implications for the future of Indonesia’s young generation, particularly among students of productive age. This community service activity was conducted in the form of legal counseling aimed at educating teenagers about the dangers of drugs and the legal consequences of deviant behavior. The methods employed included interactive lectures, group discussions, and legal case simulations to encourage active participation. The program was implemented at MTsN 05 Pulo Ampel, involving students as the main participants. The results indicated an increased understanding among participants regarding the risks of drug abuse, its impact on health and future prospects, and the importance of avoiding delinquent behavior. This activity is expected to serve as a preventive measure to reduce drug abuse and misconduct among teenagers while strengthening legal awareness from an early age.

KOLABORASI MAHASISWA UNIBA DALAM EDUKASI GIZI, LITERASI KARAKTER, DAN ANTI-BULLYING DI SDN 1 DALUNG: MODEL PEMBERDAYAAN BERBASIS SEKOLAH DASAR

2025-08-13T06:24:21+00:00

The challenges of literacy, nutrition, and bullying cases in elementary schools are strategic issues in shaping children’s character from an early age. The community service program conducted by the KKM Group 03 of Universitas Bina Bangsa (UNIBA) aimed to enhance the awareness and understanding of SDN 1 Dalung students regarding balanced nutrition, character values, and the creation of a child-friendly school environment. The activities applied a participatory educational approach using storytelling, simulations, and educational games. The program involved collaboration among students from various study programs, field supervisors, school teachers, and police resource persons. Evaluation results indicated a significant improvement in students’ understanding of balanced nutrition, character literacy, and anti-bullying attitudes. This community service model proved effective as an elementary school-based empowerment method and could be replicated in similar educational contexts.

PEMBERDAYAAN EKONOMI KREATIF MASYARAKAT DESA SIDAKMUTI KECAMATAN SUKARESMI KABUPATEN PANDEGLANG DALAM PEMANFAATAN LIMBAH PLASTIK PADA PEMBUATAN PAVING BLOCK

2025-08-13T06:24:40+00:00

This community service activity in Sidakmukti Village, Sukaresmi District, Pandeglang Regency aimed to empower the creative economy through the utilization of plastic waste to produce paving blocks. The main problems addressed were the high accumulation of plastic waste in coastal areas and residential neighborhoods, combined with low public awareness of waste management. Using a participatory approach and support from the village head, the community actively collected and recycled plastic waste. An appropriate technology in the form of a plastic waste shredding machine was designed and operated by residents. The shredded plastic waste was mixed with sand to produce paving blocks that meet strength and aesthetic standards. These products are used as material for village access roads. The activity results showed increased awareness, skills, and new economic potential for the community. This empowerment model can be replicated to support sustainable development and environmentally friendly waste management.

PERAN MAHASISWA KKN DALAM MENUMBUHKAN KESADARAN LINGKUNGAN MELALUI AKSI BEACH CLEAN UP DI DESTINASI WISATA PULOMERAK KECIL

2025-08-13T06:24:56+00:00

Environmental pollution in coastal areas, particularly due to inorganic waste such as plastic, poses a serious threat to ecosystems and tourism aesthetics. In response, students of Universitas Bina Bangsa carried out a Beach Clean Up program at Pulomerak Kecil Beach, Cilegon City, as part of their community service project (KKN). This activity aimed to raise awareness among local residents and visitors about the importance of coastal cleanliness through direct action and environmental education. Using a descriptive qualitative method, the program involved cleaning the shoreline, installing educational banners, and conducting outreach on the impacts of pollution. The initiative successfully engaged students, youth groups, and local communities, fostering social solidarity and a culture of environmental care. The results demonstrate that participatory and educational approaches are effective in promoting sustainable environmental practices in tourist areas.

PENGENALAN SENI ECOPRINT SEBAGAI MEDIA EDUKASI KREATIF DAN PELESTARIAN LINGKUNGAN BAGI SISWA SEKOLAH DASAR DI SD NEGERI TEMBULUN KELURAHAN MEKARSARI

2025-08-13T06:23:01+00:00

This study aims to introduce ecoprint art as a creative educational medium and a means of environmental conservation for elementary school students. The activity was carried out by students from Universitas Bina Bangsa at SD Negeri Tembulun, Kelurahan Mekarsari, through a series of stages including socialization, ecoprint technique demonstration, hands-on student practice, and reflection. This research employed a descriptive qualitative method, with data collected through observation, interviews, questionnaires, and documentation. The results showed that students were highly enthusiastic during the ecoprint-making process and were able to understand the connection between art and the environment. The activity not only enhanced students’ creativity but also fostered their awareness of utilizing natural materials and the importance of environmental preservation from an early age. In addition, the program received positive responses from teachers and the school, who expressed interest in continuing the initiative as a sustainable program. Thus, ecoprint has proven to be an effective contextual learning method that can be implemented in elementary education, particularly in instilling environmental values through an artistic approach

PENINGKATAN KESADARAN REMAJA TERHADAP BAHAYA PERNIKAHAN DINI, PERGAULAN BEBAS DAN PENTINGNYA KESEHATAN REPRODUKSI SEBAGAI UPAYA PENCEGAHAN HIV/AIDS MELALUI SOSIALISASI INTERAKTIF DI MTSS AL-FATHU KELURAHAN MEKARSARI, KECAMATAN PULOMERAK, KOTA CILEGON

2025-08-13T06:27:19+00:00

The rise in cases of risky adolescent behavior and the lack of understanding regarding reproductive health have become contributing factors to the increasing spread of HIV/AIDS among young people. This community engagement activity aims to raise adolescents’ awareness of the dangers of promiscuity and the importance of maintaining reproductive health as a preventive measure against HIV/AIDS. The interactive socialization was conducted at MTSS AL-FATHU, located in Mekarsari Sub-district, Pulomerak District, Cilegon City, using a participatory approach involving group discussions, educational video screenings, case simulations, and Q&A sessions. The participants were junior high school students aged 12–15 years. The results showed an increase in students’ knowledge and understanding of the negative impacts of promiscuity and the significance of early reproductive health awareness. This program received positive responses from both students and school staff, who expressed interest in similar initiatives being conducted regularly. Therefore, interactive socialization proves to be an effective method in shaping adolescent awareness and positive attitudes toward reproductive issues and HIV/AIDS prevention.

MEMBANGUN MASYARAKAT SADAR NARKOBA: PENYULUHAN BAHAYA NARKOBA DAN IMPELEMENTASINYA PADA KESEHATAN DI KELURAHAN SUKALAKSANA, KECAMATAN CURUG

2025-08-13T06:27:21+00:00

Drug abuse can affect the central nervous system, reduce awareness, cause dependence, and negatively impact the physical, mental, and social health of users. However, in this region, there is still a lack of education regarding the dangers of drugs and a lack of preventive measures related to drug use. The purpose of this community service (PKM) activity is to increase public understanding of the types of drugs, the psychological and health impacts of their use, and the legal consequences that accompany drug abuse. This PKM also aims to build collective community awareness in preventing the spread of drugs in their environment. The method of implementation of the activity was carried out in the form of counseling. The results of the activity showed an increase in participants' understanding of the legal, health, and psychological aspects related to drugs. Interactive discussions showed that the community began to understand the importance of prevention and an active role in reporting and rehabilitating users. This activity was concluded to be effective and able to increase public literacy and awareness of the dangers of drugs. Further counseling and collaboration between institutions are highly recommended for the sustainability of education and the creation of a drug-free environment.

PENDIDIKAN DAN LITERASI MASYARAKAT: PENINGKATAN KUALITAS PENDIDIKAN MELALUI SOSIALISASI PENTINGNYA PENDIDIKAN, PELATIHAN LITERASI DASAR DAN PENDAMPINGAN BELAJAR BAGI ANAK

2025-08-13T06:27:45+00:00

Community education and literacy are essential foundations for developing high-quality human resources. This program aims to enhance educational quality through three main strategies: raising awareness of the importance of education, providing basic literacy training, and offering learning assistance for children. Awareness campaigns focus on engaging parents and communities to recognize education's role in improving welfare. Basic literacy training emphasizes reading, writing, and arithmetic as fundamental skills for children. Meanwhile, learning assistance provides direct support to help students overcome learning difficulties and improve motivation. The methods applied include interactive lectures, hands-on practice, and personalized guidance. The results indicate increased public understanding of the importance of education, improved children’s literacy skills, and the development of more positive study habits. This program is expected to serve as a sustainable model for empowering communities through education and literacy.