This community service activity aimed to strengthen the Islamic character of students at SMP Muhammadiyah 1 Ambarawa, Pringsewu, in using social media through an Islamic Religious Education (PAI) approach. The activity was conducted on August 13, 2026, involving 26 eighth-grade students. The activity was based on the high level of students’ social media use, which was not yet fully accompanied by an adequate understanding of ethics, responsibility, information verification, and privacy protection. The activity was implemented through interactive education, material delivery, discussions, and case studies concerning social media behavior. The materials focused on applying the values of tabayyun, honesty, trustworthiness, politeness, privacy protection, and responsibility for shared content. The results indicated improved participants’ understanding and awareness of the importance of applying Islamic values in digital activities. Participants demonstrated a better understanding of the importance of verifying information, using respectful language, protecting privacy, and considering the potential impact before sharing content. This activity demonstrates that Islamic Religious Education can serve as a strategic approach to developing ethical and responsible digital behavior.
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