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A Quantitative Model of Social Capital and Economic Development in Islamic Palm Oil Farming Communities Nurlaili; M Nasor; Heni Noviarita; Rini Setiawati; Mohd Syahril Ahmad Razimi
Journal of Advanced Sciences and Mathematics Education Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025): Journal of Advanced Sciences and Mathematics Education
Publisher : CV. FOUNDAE

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58524/jasme.v1i2.975

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Background: Economic development in farming communities is linked to social capital embedded in interactions, norms, and collective practices. In palm oil farming settings, social capital is often assumed to be uniformly beneficial, yet empirical patterns can differ across dimensions. Aims: This study examines the associations between social capital dimensions and economic development in palm oil farming communities using a quantitative model. Method: A cross sectional quantitative design was used with primary data from structured questionnaires administered to smallholder palm oil farmers in Central Lampung Regency, Indonesia. Social capital was operationalized into social networks, reciprocity, trust, social norms, and social values. Ordinary least squares multiple regression was applied. Results: The regression results show heterogeneous associations. Social norms have a positive and statistically significant association with economic development indicators. Trust has a statistically significant negative association. Social networks, reciprocity, and social values are positive but statistically insignificant. The negative association of trust may reflect unequal power relations, elite control in marketing arrangements, or internal stratification and distrust within farmer groups, conditions that can raise transaction frictions rather than strengthen collective outcomes. Conclusion: Social capital is not uniformly beneficial. Its association with economic development depends on specific dimensions and local institutional context, supporting the use of quantitative modeling to capture these differences.
Islamic Community Empowerment Based on Piil Pesenggiri in Preserving Islamic Cultural Values in Teluk Betung, Bandar Lampung: A Study of the Marga Balak of Coastal Lampung in Negeri Olok Gading Subdistrict Imam Mahali; Idham Chalid; Faizal; M. Mawardi; Rini Setiawati
International Journal of Science and Society Vol 8 No 2 (2026): International Journal of Science and Society (IJSOC)
Publisher : GoAcademica Research & Publishing

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This study examines the integration of coastal Lampung customary values with Islamic teachings in fostering social harmony in Negeri Olok Gading Subdistrict, Bandar Lampung. Employing a qualitative approach, the findings reveal that traditional structures such as Kebandaran, title bestowal (Adok), as well as communal traditions like tahlilan and nughun, continue to be preserved without exhibiting a dichotomy between custom and religion. Instead, customary practices function as a cultural medium for the transmission of Islamic values. Traditional leaders, including Pangeran and Punyimbang, play a pivotal role in promoting religious moderation and maintaining a balance between tradition and Islamic law. This study proposes an integrative model through the concept of Islamic Community Development and Empowerment (ICDE), grounded in the principles of justice, participation, and mutual assistance. Guided by the framework of Maqasid al-Shari’ah, this empowerment model emphasizes the protection of five essential dimensions religion, life, intellect, wealth, and lineage through the hierarchical priorities of dharuriyyat, hajiyyat, and tahsiniyyat. The al-‘urf methodology is employed to legitimize established societal customs as a basis for normative guidance, while the indigenization of Islam ensures the contextual realization of Qur’anic values within local cultural frameworks, in accordance with the legal maxim al-‘adah muhakkamah. The findings further demonstrate that the philosophy of Piil Pesenggiri encompassing the values of Bejuluk Adok, Nemui Nyimah, Nengah Nyapur, and Sakai Sembaian is philosophically aligned with Islamic principles such as muru’ah (dignity), silaturahmi (social bonding), ukhuwah (brotherhood), and ta‘awun (mutual cooperation). The proposed empowerment strategy includes strengthening spiritual, intellectual, and cultural capacities, exemplified by the establishment of the Sanggar Kebandaran Marga Balak as an initiative to preserve local wisdom and foster a harmonious, contextual, and inclusive religious life within a pluralistic society.
Community-Based Educational Intervention to Enhance Higher Education Aspirations among Underprivileged Students Rini Setiawati; Umi Rojiati
Smart Society Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Smart Society
Publisher : FOUNDAE (Foundation of Advanced Education)

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Higher education plays an important role in improving quality of life and breaking the cycle of poverty. However, economic limitations often prevent underprivileged students from pursuing university education. This study aimed to enhance higher education aspirations among students from social assistance recipient families in Batu Putuk Village, Teluk Betung Barat District, Bandar Lampung City, Indonesia, using the Participatory Action Research (PAR) approach. The program involved educational socialization, motivational activities, academic mentoring, and university entrance examination preparation for 30 students from economically disadvantaged households. The results of the self-awareness questionnaire indicated a significant increase in students’ motivation toward higher education. Approximately 94% of participants expressed strong motivation to obtain better employment opportunities and reduce dependence on social assistance in the future, while 88% were determined to improve their family’s socioeconomic conditions. In addition, 94% of students reported increased family awareness regarding the importance of higher education. Scholarship opportunities and parental support were identified as major factors influencing students’ aspirations to pursue university education, each reported by 88% of participants. These findings highlight the importance of educational empowerment, accessible financial support, and cross-sector collaboration in increasing higher education participation among underprivileged students.