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Journal : Unram Journal of Community Service (UJCS)

Community Empowerment Through Herbal Drink Creation as An Effort to Develop the Creative Economy Susesti, Dina Anggraeni; Yuniwati, Eny Dyah; Aquariza, Novi Rahmania
Unram Journal of Community Service Vol. 6 No. 4 (2025): December: In Progress
Publisher : Pascasarjana Universitas Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/ujcs.v6i4.1206

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Community empowerment through the creation of herbal beverages is an effective strategy for developing a sustainable creative economy. Herbal beverages, as products that combine cultural heritage with modern innovation, have great potential to create added value and open new business opportunities at the local level. Through training in the processing, marketing, and management of herbal beverage businesses, communities not only acquire new skills but also are able to independently increase their income. This empowerment program focuses on increasing human resource capacity, utilizing local raw materials, and developing products that meet market tastes and current health trends. In addition to the economic aspect, this activity also helps maintain environmental sustainability and preserve local wisdom. Herbal beverage-based empowerment supports the creation of a dynamic and competitive local entrepreneurial ecosystem, while strengthening community social networks.
Digital Transformation and Appropriate Technology Application to Improve the Competitiveness of Singosari Batik Anisa, Nurfa; Dullah, Mohammad; Rahaju, Juli; Yuniwati, Eny Dyah
Unram Journal of Community Service Vol. 6 No. 4 (2025): December: In Progress
Publisher : Pascasarjana Universitas Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/ujcs.v6i4.1352

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This community service program strengthens the competitiveness of the Singosari Batik Association through digital transformation and appropriate technology. The association consists of around 30 artisans, mostly women, but faces constraints in wastewater management, limited use of natural dyes, and weak digital marketing. Using a descriptive qualitative approach with participatory action research, the program applied participatory observation, in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, and documentation of production, waste management, and marketing activities. Interventions were designed and implemented in three areas: RO+ wastewater treatment technology, plant-based natural dye technology, and digital marketing for batik promotion and sales. The RO+ system combines multistage pretreatment, sedimentation, and reverse osmosis to reduce pollutant loads in batik wastewater before discharge. Natural dye training introduced plant-based dye sources, extraction and dyeing techniques, and fixation using ferrous sulfate (tunjung) to improve color fastness. Digital marketing interventions included training on content creation, branding, social media management, marketplace use, and TikTok Live–based selling. The results show increased awareness and capacity for environmentally friendly production, supported by RO+ technology and standard operating procedures for wastewater management. The adoption of natural dyes expanded product variety and strengthened the identity of “environmentally friendly Singosari batik." The use of TikTok and other digital platforms improved promotion consistency, audience reach, and sales volume. Overall, the integrated application of appropriate technology and digital marketing enhanced the association's productivity, environmental responsibility, and market competitiveness, and was welcomed by artisans.