Journal of Educational Sciences
Vol. 10 No. 8 (2026): Journal of Educational Sciences

The Strategy of the Generasi Impian Medan Organization as an Alternative Learning Space to Improve Community Literacy

Anindia Larasati (Ilmu Perpustakaan, Fakultas Ilmu Sosial, Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara, Medan 201353, Indonesia)
Yusniah Yusniah (Ilmu Perpustakaan, Fakultas Ilmu Sosial, Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara, Medan 201353, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
15 Aug 2026

Abstract

Public literacy levels in Indonesia remain relatively low due to limited access to reading materials, a lack of enthusiasm for reading, and a scarcity of sustainable literacy initiatives. This study aims to identify the implementation of the Medan Generasi Impian literacy program, analyze its organizational strategies as an alternative learning space for improving public literacy, and examine the elements that facilitate or hinder the program. A descriptive qualitative case study design was employed. Data collection involved participant observation, semi-structured interviews, and document analysis, with two key informants selected via purposive sampling. The Miles and Huberman interactive model was used to analyze the data, and source triangulation was utilized to validate the findings. The results indicate that Medan Generasi Impian employs age-appropriate reading materials, mentoring, educational games, collaborative reading, and role-playing exercises to implement learner-centered literacy practices. Participants' reading interest, literacy skills, willingness to learn, communication skills, and self-confidence all improved as a result of these strategies. The findings suggest that while Medan Generasi Impian has successfully served as an alternative learning environment, sustaining the literacy program remains challenging due to a lack of funding, educational facilities, volunteers, and reading enthusiasm.

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Journal Info

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JES

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Subject

Religion Humanities Education Library & Information Science Other

Description

JES publishes original articles on the latest issues and trends occurring regionally and internationally in the educational sciences with the aim to advance our knowledge both in term of theory and practice. Moreover, this journal also covers the issues concerned with the following special sections: ...