KOLOKIUM: Jurnal Pendidikan Luar Sekolah
Vol 14, No 2 (2026): Kolokium: Publishing October 2026

Family Empowerment Through Strengthening Parental Awareness in Optimizing the Potential of Early Childhood in Wonosobo Regency

Neng Desi Aryani (Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta)
Puji Yanti Fauziah (Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta)
Arif Wijayanto (Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta)
Adin Aryani Dewi (Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta)
Akhmad Rofiq (Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Oct 2026

Abstract

This study aims to analyze and describe family empowerment strategies through strengthening parental awareness in optimizing the potential of early childhood in Wonosobo Regency. The family is the first and foremost environment that determines the direction of a child’s development; however, many parents still have a low level of awareness regarding the importance of their role in their children’s education. This research employs a qualitative descriptive method with a participatory approach, involving parents, early childhood education (PAUD) teachers, and administrators of early childhood education institutions as research subjects. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and focus group discussions (FGDs). The results show that well-planned and participatory family empowerment programs can enhance parents’ understanding and skills in providing developmental stimulation for their children at home. Parenting activities, family education training programs, and school–parent collaboration are key factors in the success of these initiatives. As parents’ awareness and abilities increase, early childhood potential can be optimally developed within the family environment.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

kolokium-pls

Publisher

Subject

Education

Description

KOLOKIUM: Jurnal Pendidikan Luar Sekolah was first published in April 2013 in printed and online form published since 30 April 2018 by Department of Non Formal Education, Faculty of Education, Universitas Negeri Padang. KOLOKIUM: Jurnal Pendidikan Luar Sekolah equipped with ISSN (p): 2354-693X and ...