al-Afkar, Journal For Islamic Studies
Vol. 9 No. 1 (2026)

Implementing Women's Leadership to Foster a Morning Dhikr Culture: Implications for Character Development and Motivation

Delis Ahlia (Unknown)
Hasyim Asy’ari (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
05 Jan 2026

Abstract

This study aims to examine the role of women's leadership in fostering the culture of morning dhikr and its implications for character development and student learning motivation at SMK Yasiska Ciputat. Through a qualitative approach with observation, interview, and documentation techniques, this study found that inclusive and inspirational women's leadership is able to initiate significant changes in school culture. Morning dhikr activities are routinely proven to create a calmer learning atmosphere, increase discipline, and strengthen students' spiritual values. Dhikr also contributes to students' intrinsic motivation, fosters the spirit of learning, and encourages the desire to achieve. Female principals play a role model in shaping a religious climate that supports positive character and academic achievement. This research confirms that a combination of transformative leadership and strengthening spiritual culture can be an effective strategy in developing students' character and motivation in the school environment.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

Afkar_Journal

Publisher

Subject

Social Sciences

Description

al-Afkar, Journal for Islamic Studies is published by Association of Secondment Lecturers (Asosiasi Dosen DPK) UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung Indonesia. Focus of al-Afkar, Journal for Islamic Studies is on publishing original empirical research articles and theoretical reviews of Islamic Studies, ...