Empowerment Strategies Research Articles

Village Government Strategy in Community Economic Empowerment through Village-Owned Enterprise Program

The Village-Owned Enterprise program is expected to have a positive impact in boosting the village economy. Therefore, a mature strategy is needed from the Village Government through the Village-Owned Enterprises program to identify and utilize local potential in the village. This study aims to examine the strategies implemented by the Wonoasri Village Government in an effort to empower the community's economy through the Dana Asri Sejahtera Village-Owned Enterprise program, as well as identify factors that support and hinder the implementation of these strategies. This research adopts the concept of Wheelen and Hunger's theory of strategy implementation, which consists of Programs, Budgets, and Procedures.The method applied in this research is descriptive qualitative method. In this study, the technique of determining informants was carried out by applying the snowball sampling method. The data collection techniques are through the stages of observation, interviews and documentation. Then the data is analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model theory. The results of this study indicate that the implementation of community economic empowerment strategies carried out by the Wonoasri Village Government through the Dana Asri Sejahtera Village-Owned Enterprise program is realized through the development of 3 types of business fields, namely 1) savings and loan business, 2) culinary market business, 3) livestock business. The strategy of the Wonoasri Village Government through the Dana Asri Sejahtera Village-Owned Enterprise program has run optimally due to supporting factors such as adequate capital and infrastructure. However, there are limited human resources that become obstacles in the implementation of strategies carried out by the Wonoasri Village Government through the Dana Asri Sejahtera Village-Owned Enterprise.

Pemberdayaan Masyarakat melalui Keterampilan Lokal dalam Pengembangan Ekonomi Kreatif dan Pariwisata di Kampung Pelangi Semarang

This study aimed to explore the role of local skills in community empowerment in Kampung Pelangi Semarang, a tourist destination that has developed a community-based creative economy. The findings revealed that local skills such as handicrafts, painting, traditional performing arts, and culinary arts play a central role in economically empowering the community and promoting local cultural identity. Effective empowerment strategies included skills training, business assistance, and the formation of creative business groups that facilitated collaboration and product marketing. However, key challenges faced were limited access to capital, limited marketing reach, competition with mass products, and a lack of appreciation for the uniqueness of local skill products. To overcome these challenges, this study recommends strong synergy and collaboration among the community, government, academics, and the private sector. The government plays a role in providing access to capital, training, and business assistance. The private sector can be involved in expanding market opportunities. Academics can provide assistance and further studies. Additionally, local leadership and efforts to promote appreciation for local skills are crucial. To ensure sustainability, economic, social, and environmental aspects need to be considered in developing local skills. Product diversification, value addition, equal participation, and environmentally friendly production practices need to be adopted. The limitation of this study is its focus on a single case study in Kampung Pelangi Semarang, thus limiting the generalization of findings. Additionally, this study did not explore the environmental impact of creative economy and tourism activities in depth.

Pengembangan Ekonomi Berbasis Komunitas di Kelurahan Bugih Melalui Program Pengabdian Masyarakat

This community development programme (PKM) aims to improve the economic welfare of the community through participatory and empowerment approaches. Bugih Village, located in Pamekasan Sub-district, Pamekasan Regency, has the potential of natural resources that have not been optimally utilised and faces economic problems such as unemployment and low income. The programme began with the identification of local problems and potential, followed by activity planning and targeting of participants. The methods used include training in entrepreneurial skills, mentoring micro-enterprises, and providing access to capital, with active involvement of the community in each stage. The results of the programme show a significant impact on the community's economy, including an increase in income and a decrease in the unemployment rate. Residents who previously relied on informal employment are now able to run more productive micro-enterprises. The training and mentoring provided improved the technical skills and business knowledge of the community, enabling them to manage their businesses more effectively and compete in the market. The assisted micro-enterprises experienced increased production and sales, and gained better access to capital and technology. Analyses show the effectiveness of the participatory approach and empowerment strategies, despite barriers such as limited access to capital and resistance to change from some communities. Enabling factors for success include local government support and active participation of residents. The implications of the programme include strengthened social solidarity and improved local economic capacity, with the expectation that continued support from various parties will ensure the sustainability of the programme and a positive long-term impact on the well-being and economic independence of the community in Kelurahan Bugih.

Model pemberdayaan kelompok wanita tani (KWT) melalui modal sosial untuk menjaga kohesivitas kelompok

This research aims to analyze elements of social capital to maintain groups cohesiveness and designing an empowerment model for Women Farmer Groups (KWT). The research method used is explanatory sequential mixed methods design, a two-stage research process, quantitative descriptive analysis and qualitative analysis. Data collection used census techniques for 30 informants, namely all members of KWT Karya Tani , Katel Klawu Hamlet, Pengalusan Village, Mrebet District, Purbalingga Regency and conducted in-depth interviews with 7 key informants and the KWT chairman and management through Focus Group Discussion (FGD). The research results show that the elements of social capital consisting of strong networks; trust; compliance with norms; cooperation and social awareness for group members as well as involvement in group activities. are in the high category. The empowerment strategy at KWT Karya Tani to maintain cohesiveness is by integrating closed social capital and open social capital that accommodates the complex, heterogeneous social dynamics of society within the ties of social entities attached to KWT Karya Tani. The majority of KWT Karya Tani members are devout Christians and are bound by the religious norms and community organizations. Each member of KWT Karya Tani is a member of the Jamaat Women's Group as well as the wife of a member of the Karya Tani farmer group. This uniqueness presents empirical findings in the study of the empowerment model that will be implemented at KWT Karya Tani, namely a collaborative all aspect of empowerment model through a holistic, community-based approach.

MSMEs Empowerment Strategy and Traditional Market Arrangement in Serang City

MSMEs Empowerment Strategy and Traditional Market Arrangement in Serang City

Empowering bank employees for improved job performance: An evaluation of emerging strategies

Orientation: Employee empowerment has received widespread attention in both academic and business literature. The idea is that an empowered employee is a productive worker; a productive worker is, in turn, a competitive asset to the organisation. However, the banking industry in many developing nations still falls short in employee empowerment.Research purpose: This study aims to analyse the robust strategies for empowering bank workers and their effects on job performance.Motivation for the study: The study was motivated by the fact that extant studies seem inconsistent in identifying the precise empowerment strategies capable of igniting better work performance in the banking industry.Research approach/design and method: The study adopted a cross-sectional survey design targeting 316 middle-level bank managers in the five biggest banks in Nigeria. Data were collected using the structured questionnaire and processed using the structural equation modelling in SmartPLS software.Main findings: Results showed that employee empowerment variables (employee input acknowledgment, mutual decision-making, joint resolution implementation, and sense of belonging climate) were positively related to improved job performance.Practical/managerial implications: The study has shown that improved employee performance can be achieved when the adopted empowerment strategy is a mix of employee input acknowledgment, mutual decision-making, joint resolution implementation, and a sense of belonging climate.Contribution/value-add: The study has addressed the existing gaps in the banking sector employee empowerment by highlighting four new strategies.

Empowerment of Former Women Migrant Workers Based on Social Capital and Local Economic Potential

This article discusses efforts to empower women former migrant workers through an approach based on social capital and local economic potential. This research aims to identify effective empowerment strategies for women who have returned from working abroad, by utilizing their social networks and the economic resources available in their areas of origin. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with data collection through in-depth interviews, participatory observation and documentation. The research results show that social capital, such as individual and community networks, trust, and social norms, plays an important role in facilitating the process of reintegration and economic empowerment. In addition, utilizing local economic potential, such as micro and small businesses, agriculture and handicrafts, has been proven to make a significant contribution in improving the welfare and economic independence of women who are post-migrant workers. This article concludes that integrating social capital with local economic potential is an effective and sustainable strategy for empowering women as migrant workers.

Effective Packaging Design as an Empowerment Strategy for Household MSMEs: A Participatory Learning and Action Approach

Empowering Household Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) is a primary focus in local economic development and community economics. One crucial aspect in enhancing the competitiveness and capabilities of Household MSMEs is effective packaging design. Packaging design is not merely about visual aesthetics but also about functionality and interaction with consumers. The Participatory Learning and Action (PLA) method is utilized to develop effective packaging designs, involving MSME actors, consumers, and other relevant parties. This PLA approach is expected to assist Household MSMEs in facing tight market competition. This research proposes community empowerment activities through the production of Rempeyek products in one of the MSMEs in Majalengka, using the PLA method. The success evaluation of the activities is conducted through the four-level evaluation model (Kirkpatrick), covering reaction, learning, behavior, and results. The evaluation results show an improvement in participants' knowledge, understanding, and skills in packaging design. The overall scores indicate that these activities successfully achieve the Kirkpatrick evaluation goals. Recommendations to enhance the implementation of this service development include increasing the capacity of project participants, addressing deeper issues, local government support, and support for domestic industries. This research demonstrates that training and mentoring in packaging design can provide significant benefits to Household MSMEs, enhancing product quality, market value, and competitiveness in a competitive market.

Implementation of Maqāṣid Al-Syāriah in Empowering the Zakah Community Development Program

The study investigates the implementation of zakah as a strategy for community empowerment in Gunung Binjai village, Balikpapan city, via the Zakah Community Development (ZCD) system. Utilizing descriptive qualitative methods with a socio-economic approach, the research evaluates the system through maqāṣid al-syāriah. Findings indicate that the ZCD system enhances the welfare of zakah recipients (mustahik) in line with maqāṣid al-syāriah principles, particularly daruriyatul khams, which include protecting religion, life, intellect, progeny, and property. This system significantly improves mustahik socio-economic well-being, illustrating zakah’s role beyond charity as a tool for societal transformation. The study provides empirical evidence and a detailed analysis, highlighting the ZCD system as a model for effective community empowerment and demonstrating the compatibility of Islamic principles with contemporary socio-economic development. It advocates for a holistic approach rooted in maqāṣid al-syāriah to achieve sustainable progress in marginalized communities.

Effectiveness of Gender-Perspective Economic Empowerment Program for Vulnerable Women in Agam Regency in Supporting the Achievement of Sustainable Development Goals

The economic empowerment of vulnerable women in Agam Regency is an endeavor aimed at facilitating the realization of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 5 focusing on gender equality and women's empowerment. Within Agam Regency, vulnerable women encounter a multitude of obstacles such as violence, divorce, poverty, and the consequences of natural calamities, all of which contribute to their state of helplessness. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection of the Republic of Indonesia in partnership with Non-Governmental Organizations (Tabik DC), the empowerment initiative seeks to enhance the capabilities and financial autonomy of vulnerable women through gender-centric entrepreneurship guidance. This research endeavors to evaluate the efficacy of the program and its efficacy in advancing the SDGs. Employing a mixed methods approach, the study encompasses a survey involving 50 vulnerable women from three sub-districts (Baso, Ampek Angkek, Tilatang Kamang). The findings reveal that the program has effectively transformed the mindset of participants while enhancing their entrepreneurial acumen and knowledge in business management. Furthermore, it has played a pivotal role in bolstering self-esteem and financial self-sufficiency among the beneficiaries. By and large, this empowerment scheme significantly contributes to the attainment of the SDGs, notably SDG 5 concerning gender equality and women's empowerment. In conclusion, the economic empowerment program, centered on gender-specific technical guidance in Agam Regency, has triumphed in realizing its objectives of enhancing the capacities and financial autonomy of vulnerable women, thereby aiding in the accomplishment of the SDGs.

Empowerment Strategies for the Poor Based on Spatial Patterns in Tapin Regency

Empowerment Strategies for the Poor Based on Spatial Patterns in Tapin Regency

WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT STRATEGY AS AN EFFORT INCREASING THE ROLE OF WOMEN IN NAGRAK VILLAGE SUKABUMI DISTRICT

The lack of involvement of women in the development process has impacts especially on women themselves. There are aspirations that will be more effective if championed by women who specifically understand their needs. Women need to be empowered so they can function as subjects and objects in development. The aim of the research is to find out and analyze women's empowerment strategies as an effort to increase the role of women in Nagrak Village. This research uses a qualitative approach and descriptive methods. The results of the first research, the strategy for implementing women's empowerment programs as an effort to increase the role of women implemented by the Nagrak Village Government has 4 series of strategies, including; (1) field orientation, (2) inventory of problems and abilities, (3) personal approach, and (4) cooperation program. Second, the achievements of the women's empowerment program as an effort to increase the role of women by; (1) increasing involvement of women in various fields (2) increasing women's capacity by having understanding and skills. Third, there are 2 categories of obstacles faced by the Nagrak Village Government, namely; (1) internal barriers and (2) external barriers. Fourth, efforts that can be made to resolve existing problems include; (1) carry out consultations and coordination with the Sukabumi Regency Regional Government (through related agencies). (2) formulate and establish policies with a gender justice perspective. (3) building a partnership network with external parties.

Cultivating seeds abroad: China’s and Turkey’s diaspora youth diplomacy

ABSTRACT China and Turkey are among the world’s top emigrant sending countries. How and why have they invested in their diaspora youth, particularly over the last two decades? The significance of young diasporans for international affairs remains understudied. Building on the concept of ‘diaspora youth diplomacy’, we provide a rare comparative study investigating diaspora diplomacy and show that China and Turkey similarly engage their diaspora youth through homeland tours, linguistic and educational programmes, and empowerment strategies. These initiatives seek to maintain Chinese and Turkish presence abroad by forging loyal support, which is crucial for regime survival and these countries’ global reputation as strong powers. Yet host countries have also interpreted these endeavours as a security threat. Our findings draw from official documents, speeches, polls, and news sources in Chinese, Turkish, and English and provide a better understanding of foreign affairs in the context of state sovereignty, security, and authoritarianism.

The role of village development on stunting prevalence reduction in Eastern Indonesia

Stunting has become a global priority in addressing health disparities among children. The study aims to investigate the autonomy of villages in reducing the prevalence of stunting in eastern Indonesia. The research data coverage is derived from sources with high credibility in Indonesia. The prevalence of stunting is obtained from the Indonesian Nutrition Status Survey by the Ministry of Health, while the Village Development Index is sourced from the Ministry of Villages. Panel data from 13 provinces in Eastern Indonesia for 2015-2022 are estimated using the Random Effect Model through the Generalized Least Squares method. The findings indicate that the Village Development Index significantly influences the reduction of stunting rates. This highlights the importance of local empowerment strategies in combating health disparities. Furthermore, the decrease in unmet Family Planning (FP) service needs, the decline in early marriages under 18 years, and the higher years of education contribute significantly to the reduction of stunting prevalence. This underscores the interconnection between social determinants and child health outcomes.

Pemanfaatan Limbah Organik Menjadi Pupuk oleh Pendeta di Lingkungan Gereja: Strategi Pemberdayaan Ekonomi dan Pelestarian Lingkungan

This research aims to analyze strategies for economic empowerment and environmental preservation through the use of organic waste by a pastor in a church environment. This case study focuses on Ibu Ismawati, a widowed priestess with two children, one of whom is studying at college and the other is in high school. Mrs. Ismawati uses her pig manure to produce compost, which is used in small-scale farming on the land behind her house. This agriculture includes corn, chilies, beans, and rice. This research uses a qualitative approach with observation and in-depth interviews to collect data. The research results show that the conversion of organic waste into compost not only helps meet the daily needs of Mrs. Ismawati's family but also supports environmental preservation through waste reduction and increased soil fertility. Additionally, this activity provides a concrete example of how church communities can implement sustainable agricultural practices to improve the economic welfare of their members.

Exploring the link between household structure and women's household decision-making autonomy in Mauritania.

Governments in sub-Saharan African countries aim to increase married women's household decision-making autonomy as it remains a critical determinant of desirable health behaviours such as healthcare utilisation, antenatal care visits, and safer sex negotiation. However, very few studies explore how household structure (i.e., monogamous or polygamous) is associated with married women's household decision-making autonomy. Our paper seeks to address this gap. Using the 2019-20 Mauritania Demographic and Health Survey, a nationally representative dataset, and applying logistic regression analysis, we explore how married women's household structure is associated with their household decision-making autonomy. We find that 9% of married women are in polygamous marriages, while 63% and 65% are involved in decision-making about their health and large household purchases, respectively. Additionally, 76% and 56% are involved in decision-making about visiting family or relatives and household expenditures. After accounting for socio-economic and demographic factors, we find that compared to women from monogamous households, those from polygamous households are less likely to participate in decision-making about their health (OR=0.65, p < 0.001), making large household purchases (OR=0.65, p < 0.001), visiting family or relatives (OR=0.72, p < 0.001), and household expenditure (OR=0.58, p < 0.001). Based on our findings, we recommend the urgent need to review and re-evaluate policies and approaches seeking to promote gender equality and women's autonomy in Mauritania. Specifically, it may be critical for intervention programmes to work around reducing power imbalances in polygamous household structures that continue to impact married women's household decision-making autonomy adversely. Such interventions should centre married women's socio-economic status as a central component of their empowerment strategies in Mauritania.

Economic Empowerment Strategy of Pesantren in Salafiyah Syafi'iyah Sukorejo Islamic Boarding School Owned Enterprises Situbondo Regency

Pesantren that live in the midst of society certainly have a great influence on people's lives. In Law no. 18 of 2019 concerning pesantren that there are three roles of pesantren in the implementation of educational functions, da'wah functions and community empowerment functions. Pesantren with its business entities certainly provide great opportunities and become a forum for community empowerment. The success of this empowerment affects the improvement of people's living standards and can even realize welfare through the roles of pesantren. However, there are several problems experienced such as low human resources, low income, there are some pesantren businesses that are not developing. Therefore, it is necessary to design a strategy to compile a business design systematically balanced with mentoring, training and evaluation. This research uses a qualitative approach with a phenomenological type of research location in a business entity owned by the Salafiyah Syafi'iyah Sukorejo Islamic boarding school, Banyuputih District, Situbondo Regency. Data collection is done through interviews, conservation and documentation. The results of this study show that the strategy of economic empowerment of pesantren in pesantren-owned enterprises is carried out with three strategies including: strategy formulation, strategy implementation, and strategy evaluation. Strategy formulation includes: first, formulation of policy direction for economic development of pesantren.

Innovation in Nutrition Promotion : Literature Analysis to Increase Community Awareness and Healthy Practices

The important role of health promotion in improving community welfare has encouraged effective innovation to increase nutritional awareness and healthy lifestyle practices. This research explores recent innovations in health promotion strategies, particularly in nutrition and health, to increase awareness and encourage positive behavioral change. Through comprehensive literature analysis, this research identifies and evaluates approaches such as technology interventions, community-based initiatives, and other new strategies. The results show that innovations such as nutrition promotion media (pop-up books, PGS cards, leaflets, nutrition puzzles, and educational videos) as well as active community participation (FGD and lunch menu practices) and empowering health workers and teachers, have succeeded in increasing knowledge. , attitudes and nutritional behavior of the community. Case studies and successful programs show real improvements in community nutrition practices. However, challenges such as limited sample size, short intervention duration, and methodological obstacles need to be overcome. Based on these findings, further research is recommended focusing on: (1) longitudinal research with larger sample sizes to understand long-term impacts; (2) exploration of contextual factors that influence program effectiveness; (3) evaluate the effectiveness of innovation for vulnerable groups such as people with disabilities or people with low education; (4) evaluation of community empowerment strategies and their impact on local health policies; and (5) exploration of cross-sectoral collaboration for holistic and sustainable nutrition promotion programs. These findings provide valuable insights for practitioners, researchers, and policymakers, and serve as a comprehensive resource for designing programs that increase nutrition awareness and encourage healthy practices in communities.

Integrating gender in microfinance: Identifying strategies for women's empowerment across different institutional models

The issue of microfinance and women's empowerment has been intensely debated in the last two decades or more. Most of the debates have been about whether microfinance leads to empowerment in the context of specific programmes. Many impact studies focus on specific quantifiable indicators, whether economic or social. This paper moves beyond such debates to understand which strategies work to create empowerment and how. It looks at three institutional models of microfinance across the minimalist and credit plus spaces to identify gender specific and other strategies which enable experiences of empowerment for members of microfinance institutions. Instead of quantitative indicators or specific achievements, the paper explores dimensions and processes of empowerment such as solidarity, leadership and challenge to patriarchal ideology. Although the study is located in a certain district of West Bengal, a state in India, the observations and findings have relevance globally because similar institutional models and strategies are present across the world, especially in the Global South.

Multi-level empowerment strategies: Regionalist parties’ territory-oriented legislative initiative in the regional, statewide and European parliamentary arenas

In the European Union (EU), parties operate on the regional, the state, and the supranational level. Exploring how parties behave legislatively from a cross-level perspective, this paper evaluates the territory-oriented legislation introduced by three regionalist parties – Südtiroler Volkspartei, Femu a Corsica, and Plaid Cymru – in all parliaments they occupy (from 2018 to 2022). The parties initiate greater self-government, autonomy safeguards, and concrete region-oriented policies in the regional and statewide parliaments. Meanwhile, many specific, state-addressed proposals are generalised to all European regions in the Committee of the Regions and the European Parliament (as are all demands directed to the EU) and concern the protection of ethnic minorities, regional development, and regional involvement in EU policies. Drawing on novel parliamentary data, this three-level study reveals multi-level legislative strategies of a distinct party family aimed at territorial empowerment while exposing available legislative channels and routes of interaction across the levels of governance.