West Java Province Research Articles

Integrated Justice System in an Unforeseen Contingency: Ensuring Compliance with Health Protocol in Bogor Regency

The government of West Java has applied discretion in interpreting the national disaster regulation through West Java Province Bylaw Number 5/2021. To ensure procedural justice for the society, the bylaw applies fines through a trial court of minor offenses against health protocols violators. The implementation of the bylaw is a manifestation of the theory of an integrated criminal justice system, which, to date, has only been carried out independently. However, in this case, there is an integration in achieving an objective of law enforcement, that is, the prevention of the spread of the pandemic. Thus, this study examines the implementation of the Bylaw involving Indonesian National Police and Civil Service Police in regulating the health protocol. This research uses descriptive qualitative methodology involving triangulation, literature reviews, interviews, and case studies. The results reveal that an integrated judicial system has been implemented and met its objective in ensuring public compliance to health protocols. Yet, a number of issues persists, including using quantitative performance metrics in identifying the target offenders, outdated paperwork methods, teleconferencing judicial processes that are hindered by the existing constitution, and dilemma in either imposing heavy fines or light fines in a society hit hard by an unseen contingency.

Implementasi Regresi Linear Berganda Prediksi Faktor-faktor Indeks Pembangunan Manusia di Provinsi Jawa

The Human Development Index (HDI) is a key indicator for measuring the welfare and prosperity of a region, including West Java Province. This study aims to analyze the factors influencing HDI and predict its future trends. The analysis was conducted using a multiple linear regression method implemented with the Python programming language, with independent variables including Life Expectancy, Expected Years of Schooling, Mean Years of Schooling, and Adjusted Per Capita Expenditure. The results show that Expected Years of Schooling (X3) and Adjusted Per Capita Expenditure (X4) are the most significant factors influencing HDI in West Java, particularly due to the declining trends in these variables. Based on the model, the predicted HDI values for 2024, 2025, and 2026 are 73.19, 72.59, and 71.62, respectively, which fall under the medium HDI category. These findings provide valuable insights for strategic planning to improve HDI in West Java, particularly through interventions targeting the significant variables.

ANALISIS PENDAPATAN PRODUK OLAHAN BAKSO IKAN MARLIN (Istiompax indica) DI UMKM DUHA FOOD

This research aims to analyze the income of marlin fish meatballs at Duha Food MSMEs. The research was carried out in December 2023-July 2024. This research was carried out at the Duha Food UMKM located in Kp. Talun Kiarapayung RT/RW 04/09, Citepus Village, Palabuhanratu District, Sukabumi Regency, West Java Province. This research was carried out using a survey method and a sampling technique using purposive sampling. The research results were analyzed quantitatively descriptively. The data sources used are primary and secondary data. Primary data was obtained from filling out questionnaires and interviewing business owners. Secondary data was obtained from the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries, the Central Statistics Agency, as well as literature studies related to this research. Data was analyzed descriptively quantitatively by analyzing income including fixed costs, variable costs, total costs, revenues. The research results show that the profit generated from processing marlin fish meatballs is IDR. 228,706,000 in one year.

Revitalisasi Objek Wisata Situ Gede dalam Pengembangan Wisata Alam Kota Tasikmalaya

Tasikmalaya City is one of the cities in West Java Province which is a development area of ​​East Priangan with the leading sectors of the craft industry, processing industry and tourism. The many tourism potentials in Tasikmalaya City have not been able to attract tourists to visit Tasikmalaya City. One of the interesting tourist attractions, which has natural beauty that is still pristine as well as historical value and many tourism potentials and is supported by a location that is easy for tourists to reach is the Situ Gede natural tourist attraction. In 2022, Situ Gede underwent revitalization carried out by the government in order to develop tourism in Tasikmalaya City. The results of the study showed that the revitalization program in the Situ Gede natural tourist area had shown progress with improvements in infrastructure such as culinary tourism spots, parking areas, and public facilities. destination promotion has also been carried out. Local communities are involved through training, and periodic socialization is carried out to ensure positive results and continuous improvement. Keywords: Nature Tourism, Revitalization, Tourism Development

Comparative analysis of water quality index based on seasonal differences in the upstream Citarum watershed

ABSTRACT The Upstream Citarum Watershed is the largest watershed in West Java Province that supports the activities and livelihoods of its surrounding communities. Thus, continuous monitoring of the Citarum River's water quality is essential, with the water quality index (WQI) as an effective tool for assessing its status. Various methods can be used, such as the National Sanitation Foundation WQI (NSF-WQI), the Prati index, and the Dinius index. This study aims to compare these three methods based on secondary data in the form of water quality data from the Regional Environmental Management Agency of West Java Province (2013–2022) collected at four monitoring points, namely, Wangisagara, Koyod, the area after the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) at Cisirung, and Nanjung. Additionally, primary data from sampling conducted at the same monitoring points were analyzed. The data obtained were categorized based on wet–dry months, wet–dry years, monitoring points, and monitoring years. Based on this study, the water quality status of the Upper Citarum River Basin was obtained in the form of 'Good' and 'Moderate' by the NSF-WQI method; 'Excellent', 'Acceptable', 'Slightly Polluted', and 'Polluted' by the Prati index method; and 'Excellent', 'Good', 'Moderate', 'Bad', and 'Very Bad' by the Dinius index method.

Dinamika Indeks Pembangunan Manusia di Provinsi Jawa Barat Tahun 2018-2022

This research aims to find out the influence of the Poverty Severity Index, Number of Poor Population, PDRB per Capita, and Number of Aid Recipients on the Human Development Index in West Java in 2018-2022. The research carried out is a type of quantitative descriptive research. The research tool used is panel data regression analysis with the selected Fixed Effect Model (FEM). Based on the panel data regression, it is explained that the Poverty Severity Index and the Number of Poor People have a negative effect on the Human Development Index, while PDRB per Capita and the Number of Aid Recipients have a positive effect on the Human Development Index in West Java Province in 2018-2022.

Creative Strategy Analysis of SWJ Ambassador Tourism Village Promotion Content (Case Study of Creative Strategy Analysis of Tourism Village Promotion Content by Instagram Account @_nikenaf)

<p><em>Tourism in West Java is very diverse, ranging from massive tourist destinations and alternative tourism. One form of alternative tourism is a tourist village. The presence of a tourist village is an alternative for people who want to visit the beauty and uniqueness of a particular place. Various kinds of tourist villages in West Java have been widely exposed on social media through various kinds of creative content of ordinary social media users and content creators. The West Java Provincial Government formed a community tasked with reaching out to tourist villages and promoting them through social media, the community was named Smilling West Java Ambassador (SWJ Ambassador). The mechanism carried out by SWJ Ambassadors in carrying out promotional activities for tourist villages in West Java is by creating creative content in the form of videos or photos through each ambassador's Instagram. The conceptual framework used includes Creative Content Promotion Strategy in SOSTAC Analysis, social media, SWJ Ambassador program. This research uses a constructivist paradigm with a case study method on creative content promotion of tourist villages by the Instagram account @aqqiki_. Data collection techniques used in-depth interviews with informants and observation of tourist villages that became objects in the selected content. The results found that SWJ Ambassador @_nikenaf carried out a creative content strategy with the SOSTAC model (Situation, Objective, Strategy, Tactics, Actions, Control) and with limited capabilities and the absence of a creative team, sometimes the results and consistency of making promotional content were less massive.</em><em></em></p>

Enhancement of Urban Forest into Healing Forest towards Sustainable Urban Ecosystem

Abstract The city of Bandung was known as the second-most populous city in West Java Province. This dense population contributes to a modern lifestyle, leading to stress. Nature therapy, such as activity in a healing forest, can help to alleviate stress. Babakan Siliwangi Urban Forest (BSUF) in Bandung City offers ecological, social, and cultural services that merit recognition as a healing forest. Therefore, this study evaluated whether BSUF complies with the Indonesian National Standard for Healing Forests requirements. Additionally, it aims to incorporate the healing forest concept into the existing design, thereby transforming the urban forest of BSUF into a healing forest. We used the survey method, questionnaires, and interviews to gather primary data about users’ perceptions of the landscape design of BSUF. This study also conducted observations to assess the physical environment of BSUF compared to Indonesian national standards. We found that the landscape elements of BSUF do not meet the required criteria despite the physical environment being quite suitable. Additional landscape elements and appropriate landscape designs are necessary to improve the physical environment of BSUF and make it a healing forest. Based on the evaluation of the landscape elements and the physical environment, we recommend creating a more comfortable resting place on the forest walk and improving the design of a spring area to be safer and more interesting.

Identification of Heavy Metal Concentration in Citarum River Water Using the Heavy Metal Pollution Index Method

The Citarum River is the largest and longest river in West Java Province. The basin in that location has influenced by human activities and the industrial sector. One of the hazardous pollutants contained in industrial wastewater is heavy metals. This study aims to identify the content of dissolved heavy metals (Fe, Cd, Cr, Cu, Hg, Pb, and Zn) in Citarum River water, Purwakarta Regency, at three observation points, namely Jatiluhur Reservoir Outlet, Cilalawak Bridge, and Cilele Bridge. The Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry Method is used to analyze the dissolved heavy metals. Determination the level of metal contamination using the Heavy Metal Pollution Index (HPI) method. The study results that three metals exceeded the standard based on Government Regulation 22 of 2021 Class II, namely Fe, Hg, and Zn. Fe metal in the range between 0.277-1.179 mg/L, Hg metal between 0.011-0.100 mg/L, and Zn metal between 0.017-0.074 mg/L. HPI analysis showed that at three points in both sampling periods, it indicated that heavy metals highly polluted river water because the results obtained exceeded the HPI pollutant index, which was > 100. The biggest contribution of dissolved heavy metals in the Citarum River water body was dominated by the Hg parameter

Digital Technology-Based Marketing For Neglasari Tourist Village Bogor Regency

Tourist villages are currently becoming an alternative form of tourism by promoting the concept of interaction between nature, culture, and local wisdom. Bogor, as one of the regencies in West Java province, has various interesting tourist destinations to visit, both by local and international tourists. The location of Bogor Regency, surrounded by mountains such as Gunung Gede Pangrango, Gunung Halimun, and Gunung Salak, has various natural tourism potentials. One of the tourist villages in Bogor Regency that offers nature tourism is the Neglasari tourist village. The Neglasari tourist village is traversed by the Cisasa River. The flow of the Cisasa River is utilized by the managers of the Neglasari Tourist Village to offer water tourism packages such as body rafting and river tubing. This river tourism business has been operating since 2021. The Neglasari tourist village is not yet very popular and is not frequently visited by tourists. The average visitation rate is only 4-5 groups of visitors or 20-50 people each month. This is due to the lack of massive promotion and marketing. To increase tourist awareness, digital marketing needs to be carried out with a good concept and done sustainably by utilizing digital marketing platforms such as websites and social media. The community service team from the Faculty of Economics and Business, Pakuan University, conducted training and mentoring programs related to digital marketing for Neglasari Tourism Village. The results of this community service activity include the Neglasari Tourism Village website, social media promotion flyers, content marketing guide modules, and promotional videos for Neglasari Tourism Village.

PELATIHAN PENGGUNAAN GOOGLE FORM DALAM PENGUMPULAN DATA STUNTING DI DESA DAYEUHKOLOT KABUPATEN SUBANG

Stunting is a significant threat to the development of future generations' quality in Indonesia, as it can hinder children's growth, reduce learning abilities, and increase the risk of chronic diseases. Therefore, stunting prevention must be carried out through monitoring, starting from the village as the frontline. Dayeuhkolot Village in Subang Regency is one of the villages in West Java Province with a relatively low stunting rate. This success is closely linked to the monitoring efforts carried out by the Human Development Cadres (KPM) in the village. One of the primary responsibilities of KPM is to report data on monitoring the prevention and reduction of stunting. However, the data reporting process still relies on conventional methods, such as paper-based records, which create difficulties in archiving, data recapitulation, and report access. To address these challenges, the utilization of information technology, in accordance with Law No. 23 of 2006, is essential. Google Forms, a user-friendly information technology tool, offers an effective solution. By using Google Forms, stunting data can be collected in real-time and accessed online by relevant stakeholders. Therefore, this community service project was conducted using a science and technology diffusion method, aiming to provide outreach and training on the use of Google Forms for collecting monitoring data on stunting prevention and reduction in Dayeuhkolot Village. The outcomes of this activity show an improvement in the participants' ability to utilize information technology, and the use of Google Forms has proven to overcome the challenges faced by conventional data collection methods.

DOES GENDER EQUALITY IMPACT REGIONAL ECONOMIC GROWTH?:

This research aims to examine the impact of gender equality on regional development, represented by regional economic growth. The analysis applies econometric methods to panel data from 27 districts/cities in West Java Province for the 2018–2022 period, with the Common Effect Model (CEM) selected as the optimal regression model for this study. Gender equality is represented by indicators such as the ratio of female to male in per capita expenditure, mean years of schooling, life expectancy, and labor force participation rate. The findings reveal heterogeneous effects: gender equality in per capita expenditure, education, and health positively influences economic growth, with health, as measured by life expectancy, being the most significant factor. Conversely, the labor force participation rate exhibits a negative effect, indicating challenges in optimizing female's roles in the labor market. Overall, the study finds that gender equality development contributes 12.34% to West Java's economic growth. These findings highlight the need to provide equal opportunities for female by enhancing access to education, healthcare, and economic resources while addressing barriers in labor force participation to achieve inclusive and sustainable development.Keywords: Econometrics Analysis, Economic Growth, Gender Equality, Regional Development.

Accounting Standard for Private Entities: are They Truly Useful? (Survey among Accounting Stakeholders in West Java, Indonesia)

This study examines the usefulness of new accounting standards for Indonesian private entities namely the Indonesian Private Entity Financial Accounting Standard (SAK EP), which will come into effect in 2025, in preparing private entities’ financial statements, from the perspective of various stakeholders: accounting students, accounting educators, financial statement preparers, and financial statement users. It is a simplified accounting framework that is tailored to smaller entities without public accountability and less complexity in reporting financial information while retaining essential information in meeting stakeholders’ need. This study uses two independent variables from accounting decision usefulness theory: (1) accounting stakeholders' level of understanding of the SAK EP and (2) accounting stakeholders' perceptions of the accounting profession. This study collected data from 515 accounting stakeholders in West Java Province, Indonesia, through an online survey. A quantitative research method is employed, and the data is analysed using two key statistical techniques: (1) one-way ANOVA to assess whether there are statistically significant differences in the mean scores of accounting stakeholders, and (2) multiple regression analysis to examine the relationship between the dependent variable (usefulness) and two independent variables (level of understanding of the SAK EP and perception of the accounting profession). The findings showed that: (1) the level of understanding of SAK EP varies among accounting stakeholders; (2) the perception of accounting stakeholders toward the accounting profession is generally high ; (3) the usefulness of SAK EP in preparing high-quality financial statements is highly perceived and (4) high understanding of the SAK EP and better perception of the accounting profession increase the usefulness of the SAK EP standard in the preparation of financial statements among private entities. This study suggests that the implementation of SAK EP in Indonesia is quite challenging, especially in improving the understanding of SAK EP and meeting high expectations of accounting stakeholders.

Review of Affirmative Action Policy in West Java DPRD: challenges and Solutions of Political Parties in Achieving Women's Representation

This study tries to analyze the performance of affirmative action policies for female participation in the Regional House of Representatives (DPRD) of West Java Province, focused on three principal political parties: PDIP, Golkar, and PKS. Notwithstanding the implementation of a 30% female quota, women's representation in parliament has yet to attain an ideal percentage. This study applies a qualitative methodology utilizing explanatory and descriptive approaches, concentrating on the strategies utilized by each party to recruit and assist female parliamentary candidates. The results indicate that although PDIP, Golkar, and PKS are dedicated to affirmative action programs, their execution is shaped by varying ideological perspectives and socioeconomic circumstances. PDIP employs an inclusive strategy to enhance female representation but encounters challenges posed by conservative local cultures. Golkar prioritizes electoral efficacy by selecting pragmatic candidates, focusing on women with robust political networks, while PKS adheres to religious principles that constrain women's political participation. The findings indicate that affirmative action programs must be tailored to local dynamics and party beliefs to effectively enhance meaningful female representation in parliament. The study indicates that while affirmative action fosters female representation, its effectiveness relies on the adaptive strategies of each party in tackling local obstacles.

Strategic Approaches to Municipal Bond Management in West Java’s Debt Management Unit

The research on the "Debt Management Unit (DMU) Strategy in the Issuance of Municipal Bonds in West Java Province" addresses critical challenges local governments face in optimising financial resources for infrastructure development. This study is significant within the realm of Social Sciences, especially public policy, as it explores innovative financial strategies that could potentially reshape regional economic development. The background of this study stems from the suboptimal performance of the DMU in managing municipal bonds, a crucial tool for financing public infrastructure. The research aims to analyze the role of the DMU, identify key factors influencing its effectiveness, and propose strategic solutions to enhance its performance. Using a qualitative methodology, the study gathers data through interviews, observations, and document analysis, providing a comprehensive understanding of the DMU's operational challenges. The findings contribute both academically and practically by highlighting the importance of strategic management in public finance, particularly in a developing region like West Java. The proposed strategies, developed through SWOT analysis, offer actionable insights for policymakers to optimize debt management, thus ensuring sustainable infrastructure development. This research not only enriches the academic discourse on public financial management but also provides practical solutions for local governments facing similar challenges, making it a valuable contribution to both scholarly and applied fields.

Analisis Komunikasi Interpersonal untuk Meningkatkan Kinerja Pegawai pada Dinas Kependudukan dan Pencatatan Sipil Kabupaten Karawang

The aim of the research is to determine, analyze and explain the impact of interpersonal communication on employee performance at the Population and Civil Registration Service of Karawang Regency. Using qualitative methods with interview, observation and documentation techniques, this research reveals that interpersonal communication plays a crucial role in achieving optimal performance. Key elements such as openness, empathy, positive attitudes, and orientation towards others are the main focus in daily interactions in the work environment. Even though employee performance has been recognized with awards from the West Java Province Population and Civil Registration Service, this research also identified the problem of frequent miscommunication, which can hinder work effectiveness. Employee competency development programs, such as "Dukcapil Belajar," have been proven to contribute to improving performance. The results of this research emphasize the importance of effective interpersonal communication to support organizational success and suggest that efforts to improve interpersonal communication continue to be made to minimize miscommunication and support the achievement of organizational goals.

The Influence of Social Media, Creator Content, and Brand Image on the Promotional Strategy of Music School Located in Bandung West Java Province

Nowadays, a lot of people use social media for marketing. Social media can enhance market communication abilities. Businesses can use social media to display their items, give product details, and respond to inquiries from the public by sending direct messages. This study aims to examine how Yovie Music School (YMS) Antapani Bandung, situated in the City of Bandung, West Java Province, uses social media, content producers, and brand image to promote itself. Multiple Linear Regression is used in statistical analysis as part of the quantitative research methodology. 314 YMS Antapani Bandung students make up the study's population. The findings indicated that social media, content creators, and brand image had no effect on promotion strategy, but that social media, content creators, and brand image all had a positive and significant impact on YMS Antapani Bandung's promotion strategy at the same time.

Groundwater potential mapping using machine learning approach in West Java, Indonesia

Groundwater availability is a challenge as it is utilized for vital sectors such as agricultural sector, human consumption, and industrial sector. Therefore, water resource mapping is needed to be performed to maintain water resource sustainability. This research aims to investigate groundwater potential in West Java, Indonesia using supervised machine learning (ML) methods namely Random Forest (RF), Support Vector Machine (SVM), and Artificial Neural Network (ANN). Several groundwater conditioning factors were used in this research such as Topographic Wetness Index (TWI), Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), lithology, geomorphology, land use land cover (LULC), soil type, and land system. The groundwater potential prediction model was validated using the groundwater potential map and well locations obtained from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources and the Ministry of Public Works and Public Housing of Republic of Indonesia, respectively. The results show that the highest overall accuracy was achieved using RF method (0.8). We found that the land system was the highest contributor to groundwater potential mapping (25%), followed by lithology (16%), NDVI (15%), geomorphology and TWI (14% each), and LULC and soil type (8% each). More than 50% of the West Java Province region exhibited groundwater potential in very low and low classes, while the high and very high classes of groundwater potential were only less than 16%. Ground geoelectric measurements were conducted in sample areas in Bandung City and Sukabumi District, representing very high and very low groundwater potentials, respectively. This study emphasizes the critical need to implement measures that ensure the sustainability of water resources and prevent mismanagement of groundwater extraction, particularly in West Java.

Design Of A Hybrid Power Generation System in Cipatujah Tasikmalya Regency

The escalating daily demand for electricity, propelled by technological advancements and the pervasive use of electronic devices, accentuates the imperative for a dependable and sustainable power generation system. Renewable energy sources emerge as a viable solution to address the electricity needs in Indonesia, particularly in remote areas where access to the main grid is challenging. Tasikmalaya Regency, situated in West Java Province and defined by its geographical coordinates between 7°02' 29" - 7°49' 08" South Latitude and 107°54' 10" - 108°25' 52" East Longitude, presents a promising setting for the implementation of such sustainable energy solutions. The coastal area of Tasikmalaya, specifically Cipatujah Subdistrict, exhibits substantial renewable energy potential, including wind, solar radiation, and ocean waves. This research endeavors to design an efficient hybrid power generation system in Cipatujah Subdistrict using HomerPro software. The methodology involves crafting various models to determine the most economically efficient generation strategy. The study utilizes electricity consumption data sourced from the Karangnunggal Tasikmalaya Substation, situated in the southern coastal region of Tasikmalaya, particularly in Cipatujah Subdistrict, with a daily consumption of 20.6917 MW. By addressing the specific energy needs of the region, the research aims to make a positive contribution to the development of renewable energy and, concurrently, serve as a guiding framework for similar system designs in locations sharing comparable characteristics. This multifaceted approach underscores the significance of tailoring sustainable energy solutions to the unique requirements of diverse regions, fostering a broader transition towards a reliable and environmentally conscious energy future.

THE APPLICATION OF PENAL MEDIATION TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CASE: AN ISLAMIC LAW PERSPECTIVE

70% of domestic violence problems were resolved using the penal mediation method. Penal mediation has become an alternative case resolution amidst the increase in cases of domestic violence in recent years. Nearly 3,000 cases of domestic violence were recorded in West Java Province. In Islamic law, cases of violence are strictly prohibited, because Islam is a religion that upholds human values and peace. Therefore, this writing aims to find out the principles of Islamic law in implementing penal mediation, especially in cases of domestic violence, as well as to find out what challenges are faced in implementing penal mediation in general and from an Islamic perspective. The research method used by the author is empirical juridical with qualitative data collection techniques through interviews, field observations, and literature studies. The results of this research show that there is a connection between the principles of Islamic law and the implementation of penal mediation in domestic violence cases, one of which is stated in Surah An-Nisa verse 35, and normative challenges were found in the implementation of penal mediation, as well as the community's mistakes in understanding Islamic law. in the form of peace.