Empowerment Management Research Articles

Waste handling model based on local wisdom system in Indonesia.

The population of Banyumas Regency, Indonesia is around 1,620,918 people in 2018, waste production in Banyumas Regency is large and increases from year to year. Waste production in this district reaches 1,100 m3 per day. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the development model of waste management through improving the local wisdom system in Indonesia. The method used in this study is a qualitative research method to understand the phenomena experienced by research subjects holistically. This model consists of data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and withdrawal. Research instruments used are the researchers as the main instrument (human instrument), interview guidelines, check list and record tool. Data validity using the source triangulation technique carried out by crossing the answer check between informants. The result of this study is that community empowerment in waste management is very important. The local wisdom model in the community which is identified in this study is the existence of community empowerment and the contribution of women in household waste management.

Research on the Dilemma and Countermeasures of Digital Empowerment for Emergency Management in Super Large Cities

This paper gives a detailed introduction to the current difficulties faced by digital empowerment for emergency management in super-large cities from three aspects: difficulty in data sharing and integration, high application threshold of digital empowerment technology for emergency management, and inability of emergency response speed to meet actual needs. According to the three aspects of strengthening the sharing and integration of data, actively introducing new technologies and improving the application ability of technologies, and optimizing the specific process of emergency response, the corresponding analysis of the countermeasures of digital empowerment in emergency management of super large cities is made, and the importance of solving the dilemma of digital empowerment in emergency management of super large cities is explained.

Swot Analysis of Corn Plant in Nganjuk District

Corn is a food commodity as a staple food besides rice in Indonesia. Corn is a plant that can be planted in rice fields or gardens. The aim of the research is to study the SWOT analysis of corn plants spread across Nganjuk Regency. The research method uses quantitative descriptive. The results of the SWOT analysis of corn plants in Nganjuk Regency are as follows: average corn production, total annual production capacity is 203,402 tons. The obstacles that occur in the field are the Human Resources management system for warehouse managers, the operations of warehouse institutions are relatively low. The market network is considered to be less extensive and the sense of trust in corn farmers is still low while purchasing prices from farmers are low, therefore farmers sell their products in local markets. Supply chain management is also still very low. So it is very necessary to improve the management of farmer empowerment, and the quality of all parties involved must be improved in order to produce good results.

Empowerment of Rural Communities from the Perspective of the Quran: Towards Social Entrepreneurship through Village-Owned Enterprises

Poverty in Indonesia is often a concentrated issue in rural areas. Although the government has provided various incentives to improve the rural economy, the results have not brought significant change. This is due to the incomplete effectiveness of rural community empowerment management, resulting in a lack of creativity and innovation in villages. This article aims to explore the concept of community empowerment from the perspective of the Quran, using a social entrepreneurship model through Village-Owned Enterprises (BUMDes) as a solution to address rural poverty. The social entrepreneurship model is chosen because of its integration of social and economic issues and its invitation for the entire village community to participate in this change. Using a descriptive-analytic approach based on the thematic interpretation of the Quran, this article concludes that the Quran provides guidelines for community empowerment that include at least three crucial aspects: 1) opportunity, 2) capacity, and 3) authority. These three aspects form the basis for the implementation of social entrepreneurship through BUMDes in a way that has the potential and proportionality to empower rural communities. One example of a village that has successfully implemented this model is Kertayasa Village. To date, Kertayasa Village has achieved relative success in building social entrepreneurship through BUMDes. The success of this social entrepreneurship model reflects an approach that prioritizes social welfare collectively over individual economic gains.

Community Empowerment in Drainage Management to Overcome Floods

Flooding is a serious problem that often disrupts the lives of urban communities. Increased rainfall intensity, climate change, and rapid urban development have made existing drainage systems less effective at coping with flooding. To face this challenge, this study aims to examine community empowerment efforts in drainage management as a flood mitigation strategy. This research was conducted by combining participatory approaches and field research methods. Local communities, local governments, and stakeholders are involved in planning, implementing, and evaluating empowerment programs. This program includes skills training, education on the importance of drainage maintenance, as well as the formation of community groups active in drainage maintenance. The results showed that community empowerment in drainage management has had a positive impact in reducing flood risk. Community groups involved in this program actively maintain the cleanliness and drainage function in their neighborhoods. In addition, education about climate change and rain patterns also helps people to be better prepared for extreme conditions.

Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Melalui Program Bank Sampah (Studi pada Kampung Edukasi Sampah di Kelurahan Sekardangan Kecamatan Sidoarjo Kabupaten Sidoarjo)

The growth that has occurred in Sidoarjo City has caused an increase in population from an environmental perspective, this has had an impact on increasing the volume of waste in Sidoarjo City, so that the Sekardangan Subdistrict TPA definitely has a lot of waste capacity. The Sidoarjo City Government must be proactive in addressing this problem, including empowering the community through waste management in waste banks. This government applied research was carried out in Sekardangan Village, Sidoarjo District, Sidoarjo Regency with the aim of finding ways to empower the community in managing waste at village waste banks, educating, preventing inhibiting factors and efforts to overcome these inhibiting factors. This study used descriptive qualitative method. Data was collected through interviews, observations and notes. Data analysis was carried out by data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. This research aims to examine and understand more deeply the empowerment of the Sekardangan Village community in waste management and the obstacles to community empowerment at the Sekardangan Village TPA, Sidoarjo Regency. The results of this government applied research show that community empowerment in waste management in waste banks is included in a development perspective. Human development, trade and the environment are quite good, but several aspects of institutional development are still lacking. Obstacles faced in empowering the community through the Waste Education Village Waste Bank Program in Sekardangan Village, Sidoarjo District, Sidoarjo Regency. Lack of public understanding of waste classification, low community capacity in waste management, lack of community skills in waste management.

Menstrual Rights Programs and Policies for Childbearing-aged women and girls: A Systematic Review

Objectives: In order to increase the awareness of health service providers about the difficulties and consequences associated with the violation of menstrual rights, it is necessary to conduct a review study of existing programs in this area. This study aimed to review the menstrual rights programs and policies for reproductive-aged women and girls. Methods: In this systematic review, we searched international databases, including PubMed, Google Scholar, Scopus, and Web of Science, as well as Iranian ones, such as IranMedex, Magiran, MEDLINE, and Embase, for relevant studies without considering publication year. Finally, of 832 results, including articles, reports, and governmental documents, 27 studies were included in this review study. Results: "Menstrual rights" is not viewed as a major issue, even in the international vision programs. The results indicate that the programs in this field were mainly focused on four aspects: laws and policies, empowerment in menstruation management, normalization, and support for menstrual justice. Despite the increase in programs to achieve menstrual health, dealing with the legality of these programs has been completely marginalized. Conclusions: Since instructions and plans can play a vital role in implementing health policies, our findings emphasize the need for an evidence-driven plan to improve women and girls’ menstruation and reproductive health and rights that is consistent with long-term developmental goals. Attracting partnerships from the private sector, charities, and activists in this field can be very beneficial to achieving these goals.

Manajemen Pemberdayaan Zakat dan Implikasinya terhadap Aspek Sosio Ekonomi dalam Kesejahtraan Umat

The welfare of the people in the Islamic perspective includes material, moral, and spiritual welfare. This view is in line with human nature which is holistic in nature which has implications for the socio-economic system of society which cannot be separated from all Islamic teachings in an integral and comprehensive manner. To realize this welfare, efforts are needed, one of which is through empowerment and professional zakat management. Through professional management, zakat is a potential source of funds that can be used to achieve general welfare for the whole community in Indonesia. Good and professional zakat management using modern management principles is expected to increase the dignity of the Islamic community from underprivileged conditions, as well as escape the trap of poverty and economic backwardness. Management of zakat empowerment can be manifested as well-organized zakat management activities which consist of planning, organizing, implementing, and controlling or supervising carried out to achieve the goal of utilizing the potential of zakat that has not been maximized in Indonesia through the utilization of human resources and other resources which ultimately have an impact on the socio-economic aspects of the welfare of the people.

Socio-Cultural Factors Influencing Community Participation in the Joint Forest Management: A Case of Uzungwa Scarp Nature Forest Reserve, Tanzania

This study emphasizes the critical role of participatory approaches, particularly joint forest management (JFM), in addressing the escalating threat to forests posed by human activities. Focusing on the socio-cultural aspects, the research explores the factors influencing community participation in joint forest management within Tanzania's Uzungwa Scarp Nature Forest Reserve (USNFR), employing the Socio-Ecological System theory to underscore the potential of community-driven resource management. The study employed a cross-sectional research design, collecting data through questionnaires, focus group discussions, and interviews involving 190 respondents from five villages spanning Kilolo, Mufindi, and Mlimba Districts. Quantitative data underwent descriptive statistical analysis, while qualitative data were subjected to thematic analysis. The majority of the respondents were relatively young, likely due to their physical fitness and heightened environmental commitment. Conversely, older individuals were underrepresented, likely due to age-related limitations. Gender imbalances were observed, reflecting deeply ingrained gender-related barriers in societal norms. Education levels varied, with a significant portion having completed primary education, while higher levels of education were less represented. The respondents were predominantly married, indicating a probable tie to family responsibilities. Farming was the main occupation for the majority, highlighting their dependence on forest resources. Effective communication emerged as pivotal during village assemblies and workshops, fostering awareness and empowerment for successful joint forest management. Cultural factors significantly influenced community participation in JFM within the USNFR. Ritual activities, local knowledge, and power dynamics played key roles, creating taboos and restrictions that reinforced cultural ties to conservation, leveraging the influence of community elders. To enhance community involvement, the current influential factors should be preserved and enforced. Also, to ensure tailored conservation training programs, context-specific communication tools, promotion of cultural integration, and ensuring inclusivity in all JFM aspects. Future research should focus on assessing the impact of training programs on forest conservation

Empowerment Of Independent Family-Based Wwaste Management In Keeping The House Yard Clean Towards A Healthy And Economic Environment

Garbage is a place for disease agents to develop, whether in the form of bacteria, mosquitoes, cockroaches and rats. These agents carry disease agents that can cause diarrhea, malaria, dengue fever, typhoid and others. The amount of waste in the environment is also related to the increasing population. The environment in the Bangka Belitung Islands Province is also inseparable from the problem of waste management. Especially at the service location, namely in Permis Village, Simpang Rimba District, South Bangka Regency. Permis village is a village with quite a large population in South Bangka district, so waste management and health education are very important. Pemis Village has a population of 3,894 people or a population density of 173.77 people/km2. Permis Village has geographical potential, namely the Permisan Hill and the beach. Permisan Hill or better known as the Mount Permisan Natural Tourism Park (TWA) in Simpang Rimba District, South Bangka Regency which is still natural and has not been managed properly. So it really needs to be managed, especially in an effort to make the area an ecotourism area that can grow people's economic resources. The service program that will be carried out is in the form of Independent Family-Based Waste Management activities within the Permis village population. The activity is in the form of Socialization of an independent family-based waste management system and Involving the Permis village community in the waste management application. The purpose of implementing this service is to build community commitment and awareness about the importance of good waste management towards a healthy and economically valuable family environment. So that it is hoped that an independent, healthy and competitive society will be formed.

The Influence of Human Resource Empowerment Management on Service Quality in the Department of Employment, Cooperatives and Small Medium Enterprises Sumedang Regency

The Influence of Human Resource Empowerment Management on Service Quality in the Department of Employment, Cooperatives and Small Medium Enterprises Sumedang Regency

Strategic Management of Educational Empowerment of Beneficiary Students of the Family Hope Program at Islamic Elementary Schoolal-Amnaniyah Karangjati Ngawi

In 2007, the Ministry of Social Affairs issued a conditional cash social assistance program called the Family Hope Program. The Family Hope Program (FHP) helps beneficiary families in the field of education. Islamic Elementary School Al- Amnaniyah Karangjati Ngawi is a private Islamic Elementary Schoolwhere 30% of its students benefit from FHP. This study aims to explain, describe, and analyze strategy formulation, strategy implementation, strategy evaluation, and the impact of strategic management on empowering the education of students who are beneficiaries of the Family Hope Program at Islamic Elementary School Al-Amnaniyah Karangjati Ngawi. This research uses a descriptive-qualitative approach that describes the object under study. Data collection was carried out through interview, observation, and documentation methods. In analyzing the research data, researchers used the Miles Huberman and Saldana model as a reference. Data analysis techniques are carried out by collecting data, enriching data, presenting data, and verifying data. The results of this study show that: 1) The formulation of educational empowerment strategies for students who are beneficiaries of the Family Hope Program at Islamic Elementary School Al- Amnaniyah Karangjati Ngawi includes the formulation of vision, mission, and objectives for internal and external environmental assessments and the preparation of work plans, 2) Implementation of educational empowerment strategies for beneficiary students of the Family Hope Program at Islamic Elementary School Al-Amnaniyah Karangjati Ngawi includes organizing/job description, controlling/supervision system, education verification, and Family Capacity Building Meeting (FCBM), 3) Evaluation of the strategy of empowering the education of beneficiary students of the Family Hope Program at Islamic Elementary SchoolAl- Amnaniyah Karangjati Ngawi, namely coordination meetings and visits to the homes of Beneficiary Families (BF), 4) The impact of the management of the strategy of empowering the education of beneficiary students of the Family Hope Program at Islamic Elementary School Al-Amnaniyah Karangjati Ngawi is that it can improve academic and non-academic achievement, and empower the education of beneficiaries of the Family Hope Program at Islamic Elementary School Al-Amnaniyah Karangjati Ngawi.

MEMBANGUN PARIWISATA BERKELANJUTAN: EKOWISATA DI DESA TISTA, TABANAN, BALI

Sustainable tourism is widely recognized as a solution that benefits the environment, economy, and social and cultural aspects. Ecotourism stands out as a tangible demonstration of sustainable tourism practices. Therefore, the focus of this research is on the implementation of ecotourism in Tista Village, Tabanan Regency, Bali. The main objective is to explore the effectiveness of implementing eco-tourism in mitigating negative impacts in the field of tourism. Using a qualitative approach that is conducted in a naturalistic setting. Purposive sampling technique is utilized to select informants. Data was collected through observation, document analysis, and structured interviews. The data collected are processed using descriptive qualitative, with data reduction steps to summarize the main elements, data submissions, as well as conclusions. The research findings that the implementation of ecotourism in Tista Village succeeded in providing various positive impacts for the community and the village, encompassing aspects such as the economy, social and cultural development, and the environment. The principles of sustainable tourism are also in line with this. Eco-tourism has increased public awareness of the importance of conserving the local environment and culture. One of the primary findings is the significance of community empowerment in ecotourism management.

Assessment of financial management systems for sustainability of the SDA Church in South-East Kenya field, Kenya

The study aimed to examine the sustainability of the SDA church, South East Kenya Field's finance management systems. Critical gaps in managing the Church's finances have resulted in its unsustainability. Proper financial management systems are necessary to ensure the appropriate use of church resources for long-term sustainability. The Church is facing an economic crisis due to poor financial management, which has resulted in its inability to sustain itself. The Church cannot financially sustain itself and, therefore, cannot meaningfully impact the lives of members of society. The analysis drew upon Stewardship theory, which offered valuable guidance on financial management practices to ensure the long-term viability of the Church. The study used a descriptive research design, and data were obtained using interview schedules and questionnaires from a sample size of 355 participants. The study found that despite having all the financial systems and structures in place, the South East Kenya Field SDA church is still not self-sustaining. The systems need to be fixed since those to ensure that they are working are not adequately trained and not skilled. It recommended that the SDA church invest in its personnel in terms of empowerment in financial management for the Church's good.

Empowerment of commercial banks and its impact on organizational creativity: A case study of commercial banks in the northern region of Jordan

This study aims to determine the effect of managerial empowerment of commercial banks on organizational creativity. Data were gathered from employees of commercial banks in Jordan's northern area using questionnaire methodology. Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software was used to analyze the data. This study was conducted in the first quarter of 2022, which is a short period of time. As the study focuses on commercial banks in Jordan's northern area, it may be difficult to generalize the findings to non-commercial institutions. Additionally, senior and middle management staff from commercial banks were included in the study sample. The findings will provide investors and business owners with valuable and practical guidance for using management empowerment techniques in commercial banks to gain more organizational advantages. The results showed a statistically significant effect at the α ≤ 0.05 level of significance for administrative empowerment with the dimensions of delegation of authority, teamwork, shared information, freedom, and independence. In conclusion, managerial empowerment gives employees a better awareness of how to use the management's creative activities in the framework of achieving the specific benefits of managerial support.

Transforming Healthcare: Harnessing the Power of AI in the Modern Era

Patient care and medical research are changing as a result of the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. To fully realize the potential of AI technology, collaborative relationships between AI developers and healthcare providers are essential. This study examines the advantages and prospects of collaborating with healthcare professionals to improve healthcare outcomes. Personalized medicine, clinical decision support systems, healthcare process optimization, patient engagement, and ethical considerations are just a few of the areas where AI and healthcare practitioners are collaborating. Significant progress can be made by fusing the knowledge of healthcare professionals with AI's powers in data analysis, pattern recognition, and predictive modeling. Advancements in diagnosis and therapy are a major area of collaboration. Healthcare practitioners can gain from enhanced diagnostic precision, early illness identification, and exact treatment planning by integrating AI algorithms with patient data. Enhanced patient outcomes and improved healthcare delivery are the outcomes. The development of personalized medicine techniques is also made possible by collaboration. Healthcare professionals can customize treatment strategies based on unique genetic markers, biomarkers, and clinical factors by utilizing AI algorithms to examine patient data. This collective effort results in improved treatments and treatment outcomes. Clinical decision support system development is facilitated by collaborations between AI and healthcare professionals. By analyzing patient data, medical literature, and clinical recommendations using AI technology, these systems offer real-time guidance to medical personnel. Clinical decision support systems increase the effectiveness of diagnosis, the choice of treatment, and patient safety by strengthening decision-making abilities. In healthcare settings, collaboration also emphasizes process improvement, increasing effectiveness, and resource management. Artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms can examine operational data and patient flow patterns to spot inefficiencies, resulting in the simplification of administrative work, enhanced patient scheduling, and better resource management. Costs are reduced, operational effectiveness is raised, and patient experiences are improved as a result. Patient participation and experience are another facet of partnership. Artificial intelligence-enabled virtual assistants and catboats offer individualized support, respond to patient questions, and deliver health information. These resources improve patient satisfaction, ease of access to healthcare, and patient empowerment in health management. AI and healthcare practitioners working together must take ethical issues and legal compliance very seriously. It is crucial to protect patient privacy, guarantee data security, and abide by ethical standards and regulatory frameworks. Collaborations can improve healthcare results and preserve patient trust by taking these factors into account. AI and healthcare providers working together could change how patients are treated, promote medical research, and enhance patient outcomes. Partnerships that make use of AI technologies and integrate them with healthcare knowledge promote innovation, improve patient engagement, optimize diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and ensure ethical and legal compliance. AI and healthcare professionals work together continuously to enhance patient outcomes and the standard of care, shaping the future of healthcare delivery.

Teacher Empowerment Management in Islamic Boarding Schools Jambi Province

Teacher empowerment is an effort of the leadership of educational institutions to improve teacher professionalism in teaching. This study aims to analyze teacher empowerment planning, teacher empowerment implementation, and teacher empowerment evaluation. Using a descriptive qualitative approach with observation data collection techniques, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis used Miles and Huberman's model and analyzed data using data triangulation. The results of this study are: in planning activities, boarding school leaders plan facilities and infrastructure, educators, provide autonomy and develop teacher competence. In implementing activities, the boarding school leadership instructs the preparation of learning programs, gives confidence in managing classes, utilizes facilities and infrastructure, optimizes teachers as mentors, class administration, and teacher leadership, and optimizes teachers to develop learning evaluations. Evaluation, Checking curriculum documents, supervising classrooms, and providing supervision. The leadership of the boarding school has tried to improve the empowerment of teachers to build student entrepreneurship but teacher empowerment has not been fully achieved, as teachers have not fully met the qualifications as professional educators, and the impact of the development of student entrepreneurship has not been optimal.

Managing empowerment: adjusting organisational units' autonomy to achieve corporate agility

PurposeEmpowerment is recognised as being a key to achieving organisational agility. Typically associated with a particular leadership style, implications of empowerment for management have remained vague in the literature. Thus, this study aims at unpacking the facets and mechanisms of empowerment in the context of organisational units (OUs).Design/methodology/approachFirst, the authors review the extant literature and discuss the crucial concepts in the context empowerment. Then, the authors analyse qualitative data from interviews conducted in four research and development (R&D) departments in the industrial manufacturing industry.FindingsThis study finds that the empowerment of business entities is crucial when operating in turbulent conditions. However, empowerment must be accompanied by a clear focus when aiming at higher agile performance. Moreover, different autonomy types and their interplay with critical factors of middle management empowerment could be identified. The research results also reveal important details about the effects of autonomy on motivation and performance and the role of OUs' dependencies.Practical implicationsThe model proposed in this paper can help senior and middle managers better manage the empowerment of OUs required to enhance middle management agility and, in turn, increase overall organisational adaptability.Originality/valueBeyond regarding empowerment as a leadership style, this paper takes a middle management perspective and unfolds the facets of empowerment in the context of OUs. Adding to the theory of self-organisation, a model is proposed to capture the key factors to determine and manage the autonomy of OUs. These insights are essential to managing autonomy successfully at the middle management level.

HUBUNGAN IKLIM KESELAMATAN KERJA TERHADAP PERILAKU TIDAK AMAN PEKERJA PROYEK RENOVASI PT X DI NUSA DUA

The construction sector is a contributor to increase number of accidents and occupational illness. Unsafe behavior in the workplace is directly related to work accidents. One of the factors that can influence unsafe behavior is the worker's perception of the safety climate. This study aims to analyze the correlation between perceptions of safety climate and unsafe behavior of construction workers on the renovation project of PT X in Nusa Dua. Quantitative research was conducted using an analytical cross-sectional approach. Respondents in the study are 200 people who were selected by the block sampling method. This study found that the proportion of respondents behaved unsafely was 60.5%. Unsafe behavior was found to be significantly related to safety empowerment management (p=0.042), worker commitment (p=0.012), priority and risk tolerance (p=0.007), and communication and trust in implementation (p=0.040). In multivariate analysis, respondents who have good perceptions of communication and trust in implementation had a 2.63 times chance of reducing unsafe behavior compared to who had sufficient perceptions. As an effort to increase safety behavior, workers are expected to be more concerned with the risk of hazards in the workplace by complying with occupational safety health programs.
 Keywords: the construction workers, unsafe behavior, perception of safety climate

Investigation of the Effects of Knowledge Management on Organizational Performance Through Human Resource Management as Mediator

This research seeks to examine and distinguish the factors influencing empowerment and exertion of knowledge management along with the effect of knowledge management on organizational performance. In addition, this paper investigates human capital as mediator between the relationship of knowledge management and organizational performance. The conceptual model was extended based on the literature review. The primary data were gathered using a questionnaire comprising 48 questions distributed to the personnel of all branches of one of the largest private banks in Iran. Three hundred sixty-one questionnaires were randomly distributed among the personnel, and 334 questionnaires were answered. The gathered data were examined through SPSS and SMART PLS. The results demonstrated the positive impacts of variables including structure, organizational technology, strategy, culture, and trust on organizational knowledge management under study. Moreover, knowledge management directly affects the performance of the organization and through human resource management as mediator. This study motivates the managers and personnel to exploit the accessible organizational assets for enhancing knowledge management practices as well as human resources as the most exquisite organizational capitals.