Economic Empowerment Program Research Articles

Moderating effect of social capital on community empowerment and economic well-being

Improving community economic well-being based on community empowerment plays an important role in rural development. This study aims to determine the ability of social enterprises in Indonesia (Village-Owned Enterprises/BUMDes) to improve the community's economic well-being through empowerment programs and the role of social capital in rural community development. At social conditions at the basic level, very little attention is paid to the development of deprived communities. Starting from the experience of rural community economic empowerment programs through the establishment of Village-Owned Enterprises (BUMDes) in Indonesia, this study will test three hypotheses: (1) whether there is an effect between community empowerment and the economic well-being of rural communities; (2) is there an effect between social capital and the economic well-being of rural communities; and (3) is the effect between community empowerment and economic well-being mediated by social capital? Multiple regression analysis is used to examine the effect between community empowerment and community economic well-being. This analysis highlights the central role of social capital in mediating the effect between community empowerment and economic well-being. Community empowerment is significantly related to social capital. These effects between social capital, community empowerment, and economic well-being apply to theories and measures of rural community empowerment.

Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Pedagang Krupuk Olahan di Pantai Kenjeran Surabaya

One of the community empowerment programs that seek to optimize the potential of the marine and fisheries sector by the government is "Program Pemberdayaan Ekonomi Masyarakat Pesisir” (PEMP), which became the flagship program to improve the welfare of coastal communities in a structured manner through community empowerment and utilizing coastal resources optimally and sustainable but PEMP that proclaimed in 2000 failed and continued with PEMP kemuduan 2001. This failure is caused because PEMP considered not able to channel the aspirations of local communities (coastal). The program is the Family Welfare Economic Empowerment Program which is a partnership program between the villages located in the vicinity of the “Usaha Pengelolaan Pendapatan Keluarga Sejehtera” (UPPKS) based fisheries. Economic empowerment of the family welfare program focuses on community empowerment chips processed fish traders who use the main raw materials result from the sea. Economic empowerment programs aimed at improving the welfare of traders through the trade group increased production through training and processing of raw materials results from the sea.

Tingkat Pendapatan Masyarakat Pesisir dalam Pemanfaatan Dana Ekonomi Produktif (DEP)

Research aims to study the effect of the use of productive economic funds (PEF) in the coastal community (fishermen, traders and processors) empowerment program on coastal communities’ income level in Mataram Township. Based on simple regression analysis, it was obtained the value of the correlation coefficient (r) of 0.475. That means there was a fairly strong relationship between the PEF-income coastal community (fishermen, traders and processors). In general, PEF affect on the level of coastal community income (fishermen, traders and processors) by 22.55%, while another 77.45% was influenced by other variables or factors. It can also be determined that the regression pattern between the PEF and a total income of fishermen, traders and processors was Y = 723,076.2 + 0.503 (x), meaning: each additional amount of IDR PEF of 1, will increase the amount of income of fishermen, traders and processors by IDR 0.503. PEF or any increase of 1% will increase the amount of income of fishermen, traders and processors by 0.503%. It can be concluded that the use of PEF in the Coastal Community Economic Empowerment Program has a significant influence on increasing income coastal community (fishermen, traders, and processors).

Transisi Kehidupan Ekonomi Masyarakat Wisata Kampung Topeng, Tlogowaru, Malang

Desaku Menanti program from Indonesian Ministry of Social Affairs has been implemented by Malang City Social Service in the form of the development tourism village the named is Wisata Kampung Topeng in Tlogowaru, Malang City. This tourism village is realized as an effort to empower homeless people, such as beggars, buskers, and scavengers. These fostered residents are given variety of facilities and social assistance to meet their primary needs. Society is given guidance and assistance in the form of training and funding business. This research uses qualitative method which type is phenomenological research. Determination of research location uses a purposive area method, in Baran Hamlet, Tlogowaru Village, Kedungkandang, Malang City. The research subjects were determined by purposive sampling, Malang City Social Service and Kampung Topeng Tourism Community. Data collection in this study uses interview, observation, and document. Analysis data used by researcher consist of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion. This community economic empowerment program as intended to improve community welfare and support economic activities of society. In the process of empowerment, the community face economic transition. Various jobs and efforts the have do to improve a better quality of life. The community is able to be more productive in encouraging and more rational in consumption activities. In addition, the ability of the community to prioritize needs appears in better financial management.
 
 Key Words: Economic Transition, Empowerment, and Tourism

ROLE OF THE NATIONAL ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT AND DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY (NEEDS) EDUCATIONAL POLICY IN POVERTY REDUCTION IN SOKOTO STATE, NIGERIA

This study examines the impact of the National Economic Empowerment and Development Strategy (NEEDS) programme on poverty reduction in Sokoto State of North-western Nigeria, through the channels of the education policy. A total of 826 responses from 11 Local Government Areas (LGAs) were received through a structured questionnaire. The data was analysed using descriptive statistics and the binary logit regression model. It is found that the NEEDS has had a significant impact on the education of the participating households, which could lead to poverty reduction in the study area. The results also reveal that the NEEDS educational policy is likely to empower the youth to be self-reliant and productive in order to combat poverty in Sokoto State. It is suggested that the government should plan educational policies in the context of poverty reduction, by creating a conducive atmosphere for learning. Further, those who have benefited from similar programmes can be involved in raising awareness of future programmes. In addition, the government should enact a law on children’s education so that domestic work in the household and family businesses do not interfere with children’s education.

Implementation and Adaptation of a Combined Economic Empowerment and Peer Support Program Among Youth Living With HIV in Rural Rwanda.

Background: Youth living with HIV in rural Rwanda experience poor clinical outcomes. In 2017, we implemented Adolescent Support Groups (ASGs), which provided economic incentives and peer support to youth aged 15-25. Methods: We assessed the ASG program using programmatic and electronic medical records. We described group composition and achievement on three indicators used to determine economic incentive levels: (1) quarterly pharmacy visit attendance, (2) biannual savings target achievement, and (3) annual viral suppression. Results: In total, 324 members enrolled in 34 ASGs. Group size and member ages varied more than anticipated. Groups performed well on pharmacy visit attendance (median quarterly group attendance range 91-100%) and on achieving savings targets (median biannual achievement range 80–83%). The viral suppression indicator could not be implemented as planned. Conclusion: To reflect contextual realities, adaptations in enrollment, indicator evaluation, and awarding of incentives occurred during implementation. Future research should assess whether these adaptations affected results.

Factors Associated with Post-Natal Care Utilization among the Women of Reproductive age Group: Evidence from Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey 2017–18

Postnatal period is a crucial stage of illness for mothers and their newborn children. Lack of post-natal care (PNC) services during this period is lifethreatening for both the mother and the babies. This study aims at examining the associated factors of PNC utilization among the mothers to explore the opportunities to accelerate it. This study utilized the latest data from Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey (BDHS) 2017-18, a nationally representative survey. A weighted sample of 5043 Bangladeshi women who gave birth three years prior to the survey was studied. Bivariate and multivariate analyses were performed to identify the underlying factors associated with the utilization of PNC. Around 63% women sought PNC from any kind of provider within 24 h to 42 days of the delivery among whom more than 48% received it from medically trained providers. Together with several sociodemographic factors- administrative division, place of residence, educational level, employment status, wealth status, some maternal factors such as- antenatal care (ANC) visits, place and mode of delivery- played a significant role in utilizing PNC services from trained providers. To further improve utilization of post-natal care, national and local level action plans should be introduced to promote health facility delivery irrespective of their place of residence. In the meantime, PNC awareness campaigns, intervention and economic empowerment programs targeting mothers from the poorest quintile needs to be implemented, particularly those who are unable to attend at least four ANC visits, and have accessibility issues to education.

Malaysia KESBAN Counterinsurgency Model: A Pathway for Combating the Islamist Boko Harm in the Northern Nigeria

This article analyzed the KESBAN counterinsurgency model of Malaysia in combating the Communist Movement in 1989. It compare with the ongoing Nigerian government counterinsurgency against the Islamist Boko Haram group in the country. The empirical data gathered from secondary materials including both published and unpublished materials. The article revealed that the successes of the Malaysian combating the communist rebellion was influences by its KESBAN model premised on the heart and mind strategy in its campaign. It hence revealed that the protraction of the Boko Haram rebellion is promoted partly by the enemy-centered campaign of the government. The uses of excessive military force on fighters and implementing draconian laws targeting the host population bolstered the insurgent group. It enabled them accesses to logistics and intelligence thus influence the extension of its violence. As a panacea, the article suggest that Nigeria should borrow from Malaysia’s KESBAN model in its operation. On against the prevailing security only campaign, the government should adopt the Malaysia strategies of establishing new villages and raising of home guards to control the population. The Government should also focus on implementing economic empowerment programs for the resettled population.

Implementation of the Village Fund Allocation Policy in the Economic Empowerment of the Community in Golo Mori Village in 2019

This study aims to determine the implementation of the Village Fund Allocation policy in community economic empowerment in the village of Golo Mori, how the impact of the Village Fund Allocation Policy in community economic empowerment. By using a qualitative approach method. Data collection techniques, documentation, observation and interviews. Based on the results of this study, it shows that Golo Mori Village is a village that has various types of aspects of social problems ranging from economic aspects, human resources, and community welfare. , 0.5063 is very lagging. So with the community economic empowerment program carried out by the Golo Mori village government, it has not had a significant impact on changes in improving economic, social and community resources.

Implementasi Program Pemberdayaan Ekonomi Pada BAZNAS Kabupaten Jombang Bagi Masyarakat Kecamatan Bandarkedungmulyo

The government in economy has an important role to strengthen the process of society for full the basic needs and improving the quality of life. One of the governments efforts in realizing society empowerment is form an institution called Badan Amil Zakat Nasional (BAZNAS). However, in its realization the program from BAZNAS has not fully succeeded in achieving the goals. This study aimed to discover the right evaluation for economic empowerment program from BAZNAS Kabupaten Jombang. This research is a descriptive qualitative. Data was collected through interviews, observation, and documentation. And the data analysis used the triangulation method of sources and the triangulation of technique. The result indicated that the mechanism for economic empowerment program in Kecamatan Bandarkedungmulyo from BAZNAS Kabupaten Jombang implements four stage process and there are several problems that can be evaluated to improve the program performance.

Determinants of postnatal care service utilization among mothers of Mangochi district, Malawi: a community-based cross-sectional study

BackgroundPostnatal care (PNC) service is a neglected yet an essential service that can reduce maternal, neonatal and infant morbidity and mortality rates in low and middle-income countries. In Malawi, maternal and infant mortality rates remain high despite numerous efforts by the government and its partners to improve maternal health service coverage across the country. This study examined the determinants of PNC utilization among mothers in Mangochi District, Malawi.MethodsA community based cross-sectional study was conducted among 600 mothers who gave birth in the past 2 years preceding January 1–31; 2016. A multistage sampling technique was employed to select respondents from nine randomly selected villages in Mangochi district. A transcribed semi-structured questionnaire was pre-tested, modified and used to collect data on socio-demographic characteristics and maternal related factors. Data was coded in EpiData version 3.1 and analysed in Stata version 12. A multivariable logistic regression adjusted for confounding factors was used to identify predictors of PNC utilization using odds ratio with 95% confidence interval and p-value of 0.05.ResultsThe study revealed that the prevalence of PNC service utilization was 84.8%. Mother’s and partner’s secondary education level and above (AOR = 2.42, CI: 1.97–6.04; AOR = 1.45, CI: 1.25–2.49), partner’s occupation in civil service and business (AOR = 3.17, CI: 1.25, 8.01; AOR =3.39, CI:1.40–8.18), household income of at least MK50, 000 (AOR = 14.41, CI: 5.90–35.16), joint decision making (AOR = 2.27, CI: 1.13, 4.57), knowledge of the available PNC services (AOR = 4.06, CI: 2.22–7.41), knowledge of at least one postpartum danger sign (AOR = 4.00, CI: 2.09, 7.50), health facility delivery of last pregnancy (AOR = 6.88, CI: 3.35, 14.14) positively associated with PNC service utilization.ConclusionThe rate of PNC service utilization among mothers was 85%. The uptake of PNC services among mothers was mainly influenced by mother and partner education level, occupation status of the partner, household income, decision making power, knowledge of available PNC services, knowledge of at least one postpartum danger signs, and place of delivery. Therefore, PNC awareness campaigns, training and economic empowerment programs targeting mothers who delivered at home with primary education background and low economic status are needed.

Response strategies for promoting gender equality in public health emergencies: a rapid scoping review

ObjectivesThe COVID-19 pandemic threatens to widen existing gender inequities worldwide. A growing body of literature assesses the harmful consequences of public health emergencies (PHEs) for women and girls; however, evidence...

STRATEGY OF ISLAMIC PHILANTHROPY MANAGEMENT FOR ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT AT BMH GERAI PONOROGO USING SWOT APPROACH

Based on the 2017 Zakat Outlook data from BAZNAS shows the great potential of Islamic philanthropy in economic empowerment. Among these Islamic philanthropic institutions, namely LAZ Baitul Maal Hidayatullah Ponorogo. This study aims to determine the management of Islamic philanthropy for economic empowerment and development strategies for economic empowerment programs at BMH Gerai Ponorogo using descriptive qualitative methods and data collection techniques through documentation, non-participant observation, and semi-structured interviews. Then analyzed using descriptive analysis methods and SWOT analysis. This research shows that Islamic philanthropic management for economic empowerment of BMH Gerai Ponorogo uses a special allocation from infaq funds and also shadaqah for the BMH Gerai Ponorogo economic empowerment program in the form of grants for business capital. Currently there are 2 main programs of economic empowerment, namely “Pesantren Berdaya” Catfish Cultivation, Shaleh Hidyatullah Children's Education Center, Sumoroto, Kab. Ponorogo and Oyster Mushroom Cultivation for Dai Tangguh in Kec. Parang, Kab, Magetan, East Java. In the aspect of Islamic economic empowerment materially in the form of capital and business assistance. Meanwhile, spiritually this economic empowerment program aims to support Islamic preaching on these two objects. For the economic empowerment strategy, it is seen in 3 aspects: enabling aspects (pre-program implementation), BMH Gerai Ponorogo conducted a survey and a feasibility test for the type of business. Then in the aspect of empowering (implementing) BMH Gerai Ponorogo also participates in mentoring and business assistance by controlling it regularly for 1-3 months. For limited guidance, apart from meetings, also through online media such as YouTube, WhatsApp, Facebook to provide direction/advice and consultation on program development. For the aspect of protecting (evaluation) BMH Ponorogo Gerai accommodates complaints and obstacles experienced and formulates solutions. Overall, the BMH Gerai Ponorogo economic empowerment program has major problems in human resources and competency in managing economic empowerment. Researchers recommend the provision of training or recruitment of special experts for the development of economic empowerment programs both intensively and extensively at the BMH Gerai Ponorogo.

DISASTER RESPONSE MOSQUE: A MOSQUE AS A CENTER FOR THE RESCUE OF THE UMMAH

AbstractDisaster events are almost impossible to predict accurately when, where and how big so that the preparedness of all elements of society in various regions is a basic need so that the impact of disaster risk can be minimized. The number of mosques in various parts of Indonesia, both institutionally and physically, is a strategic means as a center for saving people from disasters, so that they become interesting objects for research. This study aims to describe the strategic role of planning and designing mosques to reduce disaster risk. The results of this study indicate that planning and designing mosques to reduce disaster risk can be carried out through three stages as follows: (1) Pre-disaster stage through planning: mitigation programs (non-physical), infrastructure planning (physical), site selection, building planning and environment. (2) In the emergency response stage, the design of the mosque must be adaptive to readiness as an information post, volunteers and logistics, medical service facilities, refugee shelter facilities, refugee sanitation facilities, public kitchen facilities, and trauma healing facilities. (3) Post-disaster stage through metal/trauma healing rehabilitation, community economic empowerment program, evaluation, and capacity building to deal with disasters. Keywords: Disaster, Mitigation, Disaster Management, Disaster Response Mosque.

PERAN LEMBAGA AMIL ZAKAT, INFAK dan SEDEKAH MUHAMMADIYAH (LAZISMU) DALAM PEMBERDAYAAN EKONOMI MUSTAHIK PERIODE 2016-2018

Empowerment is a standard of living that is desidered for all people, especially those in the middle to lower category or commonly known as the poor. One of the zakat collecting, Management, and Collection Institutions that has tried to deal with poverty is the Mustahik economic empowerment program implemented by one of the programs called the establishment of 1000 MSME (Micro Small and Medium Enterprises) under the auspices of the Muhammadiyah central board of Muhammadiyah. Mustahik economy after the program. This research focuses on one problem, namely: what are the supporting and inhibiting factors of LAZISMU Muhammadiyah central leadership in the implementation and improvement of the mustahik economy. This type of research is a qualitative study, while the specifications of this study are based on observations, interviews and documentation obtained when conducting activities in the field (field research). The result of this study are first, an increase in house should income, second, an increase in the accumulation mustahiq 1000 MSME Programs, including:first, Strengthening the characters of business, training and motivation to trade, second, guidance and assistance in running the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises. Supporting factors in the implementation and improvement of the mustahik economy is that there is a clear guideline concept on employee loyalty, very high companion program loyalty and capital and donors available so that the program can run. While the inhibiting factors are limited capital from available zakat funds, uneven level of education among MSME members, difficulty in finding donors because LAZISMU Muhammadiyah central leadership is not in accordance with the program that is expected of donors, there is no responsibility from mustahiq members and there are financial reports lack of openness (transparency) regarding fund management which explains the source of funds collected and some funds channeled.

SURVIVAL PROBABILITY COMPARISON OF DKI JAKARTA RESIDENTS BASED ON GENDER AND MARITAL STATUS

Human life quality in an area can be determined through the Human Development Index (HDI). One of the fundamental components for the HDI composition is the Life Expectancy Rate (LER). Even though DKI Jakarta Province has a high HDI, research on the factors that influence LER is still fascinating to do. This study aims to compare the survival probability of the DKI Jakarta residents based on gender (male and female) and marital status (unmarried and married) variables. This study analyzed the lifespan data of 464 people who were calculated from birth to death in 2017. The data were analyzed using a lifetime analysis method with a parametric approach which refers to selecting the probability distributions that best fits the research data. The results showed there was no difference in survival probability between the male and female populations. Meanwhile, married residents have a greater survival probability than those who were unmarried. Thus, the Provincial Government of DKI Jakarta needs to increase the percentage of the married population to increase LER, leading to an increase in regional HDI, for example, through economic empowerment programs and optimization of the Planning Generation (GenRe) program.

Peranan Perbadanan Pembangunan Ekonomi Sarawak (SEDC) Sibu Dalam Pemberdayaan Ekonomi Masyarakat

This study aims to determine the forms of community, the process and changes and results achieved by SEDC Sibu in economic empowerment for the Sibu community. Based on these objectives, what will be the main discussion in this research is how SEDC Sibu plays a role in the economic empowerment efforts of the Sibu community. This study uses qualitative research methods, namely by using descriptive study methods. As a result of research findings and analysis, (1) SEDC Sibu has carried out several forms of economic empowerment programs that are in the form of loan assistance, training, and guidance such as the Small and Simple Industrial Loans Scheme (SPIKS), Incubator Centers and Business Guidance (PIBU), Training and Mentoring Guidance, and so forth. (2) The process carried out by SEDC Sibu are by holding deliberations in planning programs, formulating program plans, forming program implementation teams, and implementing programs. (3) The program that has been run successfully is based on indicators obtained from the field, namely increasing the income of the whole day, the community can manage all its affairs independently, and the community can solve problems with their ability and authority.

PERAN PEMERINTAH DALAM PEMBERDAYAAN EKONOMI MASYARAKAT MELALUI BAITUL MAL DI ACEH

This study discusses the role of government in community economic empowerment through Baitul Mal in Aceh. This study aims to contribute to the government on social issues such as poverty and underdevelopment. The method used in this study is qualitative research with data collection techniques, namely the study of literature. While the theory used is structural functionalism theory. Research findings from the discussion and analysis above that the Government of Aceh through Baitul Mal has played a role in empowering the economic community in Aceh in the form of productive Zakat, Infaq and Shadaqah. The government through Baitul Mal has carried out programs (a) providing business capital to the people who have their businesses to develop their businesses, both in the agriculture, animal husbandry, industrial, and trade sectors, (b) providing assistance in working tools, in the form of motorized pedicabs, and the tools needed in the agriculture, animal husbandry, trading, and industrial sectors that support their businesses, and (c) human resource development through skills training and skills to the community. This community economic empowerment program clearly contributes to social problems such as poverty, under development and access to education.

Strategi Distribusi Zakat Laznas Yatim Mandiri Melalui Program Pemberdayaan Ekonomi (Studi Pada Lembaga Amil Zakat Nasional Yatim Mandiri Kepanjen)

Poverty is a common problem in every country. Meanwhile, zakat is one of the instruments Islamic public finance, one of which is as a medium for distribution of wealth and alleviation poverty. Yatim Mandiri is one of the amil zakat institutions that manages zakat which is has an economic empowerment program through the Bunda Mandiri Sejahtera (BISA) program. Study it focuses on the CAN program. This study uses a qualitative method with a approach descriptive technique where the data found are presented and then analyzed. This research held at LAZNAS Yatim Mandiri. The results of this study indicate that the distribution strategy Zakat Yatim Mandiri uses two methods, namely, the consumptive method, and the productive method. Fund distribution zakat through the Bunda Mandiri Sejahtera economic empowerment program by providing loans Revolving capital has a positive impact on the business development of program participants

Menggali Potensi Ekonomi Kreatif sebagai Sarana Pendukung Desa Wisata

Creative economy development in tourist villages is very important. In supporting the existence of a tourist village, homestays and special food souvenirs are the carrying capacity. Study of economic benefits is needed to strengthen the motivation of citizens in developing this creative economy. This Homestay service aims to provide a new source of income for the family. The Community Service Team organizes activities in several stages by prioritizing citizen participation. The service method used is the Community Based Development or Participatory Approach. This method is used to ensure the commitment of citizens to this economic empowerment program. With the participation of residents who are the basis of this program, it is believed that the program will continue after the mentoring period ends. The result of this dedication is the first, the arrangement of the house into a homestay with the category of "in-house". The housing facilities were tidied up and equipped for the benefit of tourists, but did not leave the typical life of the residents as the main attraction. Second, management of typical food packages and chips souvenirs. Residents are given a discourse to make culinary packages that are marketed online to be ordered by prospective tourists who will visit. Taro chips, which are one of the household activities that have been managed in a simple manner, are directed towards better and more attractive management and packaging. In the final stage, an economic study of the homestay and taro chips business is given to calculate the future development of this business. DOI: https://doi.org/10.26905/abdimas.v6i2.5078