Mangabdi: Journal of Community Engagement in Religion, Social, and Humanities
Vol 1, No 1 (2024)

Strengthening the Role of Youth in Promoting Religious Moderation through Social Media

Wijayanti, Tri Yuliana (Unknown)
Harlis, Syukri Alfauzi (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jun 2024

Abstract

With the rapid development of technology, social media has become a vital tool in disseminating information, particularly among youth. This study aims to analyze and identify effective strategies to strengthen the role of youth in spreading religious moderation through social media. Using a descriptive-analytical method, this research identifies various strategies that can be implemented by youth to become agents of religious moderation. Data were collected through interviews with youth involved in youth organizations and through content analysis of popular social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram. The results show that youth hold a strategic role in promoting religious moderation amidst an information overload that often leads to the spread of misinformation and intolerance. Strengthening digital literacy skills, including training as gatekeepers and influencers on social media, is crucial to ensure that youth can differentiate between accurate information and misinformation while effectively promoting moderation. Additionally, peacebuilding campaigns on social media have proven to be a significant step in enhancing youth’s role. In conclusion, youth have great potential as agents of religious moderation if equipped with digital skills and a deep understanding of moderation, contributing to the reduction of conflict-inducing misinformation

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Journal Info

Abbrev

mangabdi

Publisher

Subject

Religion Humanities Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Library & Information Science Social Sciences

Description

Mangabdi: Journal of Community Engagement in Religion, Social, and Humanities is an academic journal published by Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar Indonesia and managed by the Faculty of Ushuluddin, Adab, and Dakwah. This journal aims to serve as a platform for the publication of ...