Pelita: Jurnal Studi Islam Mahasiswa UII Dalwa
Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): May

Interpersonal Communication Dynamics in Religious Rehabilitation: Analyzing Inclusion, Control, and Affection in an Indonesian Youth Community

Yaqin, Mukhamad Ainul (Unknown)
Ramadhan, Abdurrosyid Rizi (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
15 Apr 2026

Abstract

The failure of punitive approaches to youth delinquency necessitates humanistic, community-based rehabilitation models. The Pemuda Insyaf Karanganyar (KOPIKA) community offers a unique approach to rehabilitating street subcultures through interpersonal da'wah. This study analyzes the leader's communication dynamics using FIRO-B theory (Inclusion, Control, Affection). Employing an intrinsic qualitative case study design, data were collected via in-depth interviews and participant observation of members with at-risk backgrounds, followed by thematic analysis. Results reveal that behavioral transformation is driven by three mechanisms: (1) Radical Inclusion, offering unconditional acceptance to foster a sense of belonging; (2) Persuasive Control, shifting from hierarchical authority to active participation; and (3) Deep Affection, acting as an emotional anchor against recidivism. The study concludes that in collectivist contexts, fulfilling psychosocial needs (inclusion and affection) is a prerequisite for religious compliance (control). This research proposes an adaptive, empathy-based da'wah model for marginalized groups.

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pelita

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Religion Humanities Education Social Sciences Other

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This journal publishes research based articles on Islamic Studies from interdisciplinary perspectives. In particular, articles which consider the following general topics are invited, Islamic Philosophy, Islamic Thought and Literature, Islam and Peace Science and Civilization in Islam, Islam in ...