Journal of Islamic Economics and Philanthropy
Vol. 7 No. 3 (2025): February

Strategy And Optimization of the Role of Productive Waqf in People’s Economic Empowerment

Altis Puspa Gatari (Universitas Ahmad Dahlan)
Saffaanah Zuhairoh (Universitas Ahmad Dahlan)
Husna Enggar Dani Darokah (Universitas Ahmad Dahlan)
Budi Jaya Putra (Universitas Ahmad Dahlan)



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Publish Date
07 Jun 2026

Abstract

Waqf is an Islamic economic instrument that has great potential in supporting social and economic development. However, in Indonesia, waqf management is still not optimal, with most waqf assets not being utilized productively. This article analyzes the strategy and optimization of productive waqf in community economic empowerment, highlighting the challenges faced and innovative solutions that can be applied. The research method used is a literature study with a qualitative approach. The results show that effective strategies to maximize productive waqf include strengthening regulations, increasing the capacity of nadzir, integration with Islamic financial institutions, and iWaqf,mplementing waqf-based business models. Case studies from various countries show that well-managed waqf can have a significant economic impact, including in the education, health and micro-enterprise sectors. This study concludes that with the implementation of appropriate strategies, productive waqf can be an important instrument in economic empowerment and improving the welfare of the community, as well as supporting sustainable economic development.

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jiep

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The Journal of Islamic Economics and Philanthropy (JIEP) is published quarterly in August, November, February, and May. The journal accepts only original empirical research, theoretical contributions, and systematic literature reviews. JIEP focuses on the intersection of Islamic economics and ...