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Indonesian Community Empowerment Journal
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ISSN : -     EISSN : 27762629     DOI : https://doi.org/10.37275/icejournal
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Indonesian Community Empowerment Journal (ICE Journal) is an International peer-reviewed journal that focused to publish manuscripts related to community empowerment for better of life in multidisciplinary (social, economics, law, engineering, science, medicine, public health, dental sciences, nursing, agriculture, marine, pharmacy, education, computer sciences, mathematics). Indonesian Community Empowerment Journal (ICE Journal) also published manuscripts related research in multidisciplinary for better of life.
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Harnessing the Digital Revolution for Agricultural Succession: A Multi-Site Mixed-Method Study of the 'Petani Muda Keren' (PMK) Community Network and Youth Engagement in Indonesian Food Andi Fatihah Syahrir; Neva Dian Permana; Muhammad Faiz; Selma Fajic
Indonesian Community Empowerment Journal Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): Indonesian Community Empowerment Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37275/icejournal.v5i1.52

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Indonesia faces a critical agricultural succession crisis, with an aging farmer population threatening the nation's long-term food security (SDG 2). Digital agrifood systems (DAS) are posited as a solution to attract youth, but adoption is uneven, and the socio-structural mechanisms facilitating this transition are poorly understood. This study investigates the role of the 'Petani Muda Keren' (PMK - Cool Young Farmers) community network, a rapidly growing grassroots movement, in bridging this gap. We employed a multi-site (West Java, Yogyakarta, West Sumatra) sequential explanatory mixed-method design. First, a quantitative survey (N=300) was conducted with PMK members (n=150) and a matched control group of non-member young farmers (n=150). We used descriptive statistics, independent t-tests, and Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) regression to analyze differences in digital adoption, productivity, and income. Second, qualitative data from 30 in-depth interviews and 6 focus group discussions with PMK leaders, members, village officials, and Ministry of Agriculture representatives were analyzed using thematic analysis to explain the quantitative findings. PMK members demonstrated significantly (p<0.001) higher adoption scores for digital technologies (such as e-commerce, farm management apps, and IoT sensors). On average, PMK members reported 34.5% higher monthly incomes and 22.8% greater farm productivity compared to non-members. The OLS regression model, controlling for education, farm size, and access to credit, confirmed that PMK membership (β=0.282, p<0.01) is a significant positive predictor of farmer income, distinct from the independent, positive effect of the digital adoption score (β=0.347, p<0.001). Qualitative analysis revealed three core mechanisms: (1) peer-to-peer mentorship de-risking technology adoption, (2) collective action for market access via network-branded e-commerce, and (3) the socio-psychological construction of a modern, 'cool' professional farmer identity. In conclusion, community-based networks like PMK function as critical social infrastructure. They are not merely passive adopters of technology but active "social bridges" that translate digital potential into tangible economic and social outcomes. They de-risk digital adoption, aggregate market power, and reframe agriculture as a high-status, viable career for the next generation. Policies aiming to achieve SDG 2 must move beyond simple technology dissemination and invest in fostering and scaling these vital social learning and innovation ecosystems.
Enhancing 'First 1,000 Days' Nutrition Literacy via a Posyandu Kader 'Train-the-Trainer' Model: A Mixed-Methods Impact Evaluation on Child Nutritional Status in Eastern Indonesia Fatimah Mursyid; Novalika Kurnia; Sana Ullah; Lestini Wulansari; Muhammad Yoshandi
Indonesian Community Empowerment Journal Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): Indonesian Community Empowerment Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37275/icejournal.v5i1.53

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The 'First 1,000 Days' (HPK) period is critical for preventing stunting, a significant public health challenge in Indonesia, particularly in Eastern provinces. Posyandu kader (community health volunteers) are pivotal, but their effectiveness is often hampered by inadequate and unstandardized training. This study evaluates the impact of a structured 'Train-the-Trainer' (ToT) model on kader nutrition literacy and, subsequently, on child nutritional status. We conducted a quasi-experimental, convergent parallel mixed-methods study in two districts of East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) province, Indonesia. The intervention district (n=50 kader, n=312 mother-child dyads) received the ToT intervention, while the control district (n=50 kader, n=309 mother-child dyads) continued standard practices. The ToT model involved training Puskesmas (health center) staff as 'Master Trainers' who then cascaded structured training and mentorship to kader over 12 months. Quantitative data (kader literacy scores, child anthropometry [Height-for-Age Z-score, HAZ]) were collected at baseline and 12-month follow-up, analyzed using Difference-in-Differences (DiD) and linear mixed-effects models (LMM). Qualitative data (n=24 in-depth interviews, n=6 focus group discussions) explored the intervention's mechanisms, fidelity, and contextual facilitators. At 12 months, kader nutrition literacy in the intervention group increased significantly (mean score change: +29.8 points) compared to the control group (+2.1 points, p < 0.001). The LMM analysis, controlling for covariates, showed a significant 'time × group' interaction effect on child HAZ (β = 0.28, 95% CI [0.15, 0.41], p < 0.001), indicating a meaningful improvement in child growth attributable to the intervention. Stunting prevalence (HAZ < -2 SD) in the intervention group decreased by 8.7 percentage points, while it remained stagnant in the control group. Qualitative themes revealed that the ToT model enhanced kader self-efficacy, shifted their role from passive data collectors to active counselors, and provided mechanisms to address local socio-cultural barriers to nutrition. In conclusion, the 'Train-the-Trainer' model is an effective and scalable strategy for enhancing kader nutrition literacy and precipitating measurable improvements in child nutritional status in high-burden settings. This model provides a sustainable framework for strengthening community health systems to combat stunting, aligning with Indonesia's national strategy and Sustainable Development Goal 3.
Beyond Tenure: A Quasi-Experimental Causal Analysis of Community Forest Management on Peatland Biodiversity, Carbon Stocks, and Management Efficacy in Sumatra Jasmila Tanjung; Sarah Armalia; Jovanka Andina; Caelin Damayanti
Indonesian Community Empowerment Journal Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): Indonesian Community Empowerment Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37275/icejournal.v5i1.54

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Indonesia's Hutan Desa (HD, Village Forest) program is a cornerstone of global social forestry, yet its causal ecological impacts remain contested. Rigorous, counterfactual-based evidence is urgently needed to validate this policy intervention, particularly in globally critical peat-swamp landscapes. This study employed a quasi-experimental design, using Propensity Score Matching (PSM) to construct a statistically balanced sample of 40 HD (treatment) and 40 non-HD (control) village units in Sumatran peatlands. We analyzed data from 400 1-hectare permanent sample plots (5 plots nested per village). We assessed floral diversity (Shannon-Wiener Index, H'), faunal presence, and ecosystem carbon stocks (Above-Ground, AGB; Soil Organic Carbon, SOC). Causal impacts were quantified using Linear Mixed-Effects Models (LMMs) to account for the nested data structure. We further analyzed the "treatment effect" by modeling dose-response relationships for permit duration and management intensity. After matching, LMMs revealed that HD management has a significant positive causal effect on all ecological outcomes. Floral diversity was significantly higher in HD plots (H' = 2.92) versus control plots (H' = 2.18; F(1, 78) = 48.21, p < 0.001). Total ecosystem carbon stocks (AGB + SOC in top 100cm) were 36% higher in HD units (255.1 Mg C ha⁻¹) compared to controls (187.3 Mg C ha⁻¹; F(1, 78) = 53.09, p < 0.001). This was driven by a significant preservation of SOC. Dose-response models further showed that ecological benefits (such as AGB) accumulate significantly with increased permit duration and that higher management intensity is a strong predictor of biodiversity. In conclusion, our findings provide robust, hierarchical evidence that HD management is an effective conservation and climate mitigation strategy. By establishing tenure, enabling active stewardship, and, crucially, protecting peatland hydrology, the HD model delivers verifiable, causal improvements to biodiversity and carbon stocks.
Assistance in Strengthening Village Governance Through the Development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Increasing the Capacity of Villages Apparatus: Community Service in Sungai Arang Hamlet, Jambi, Indonesia Syah Amin Albadry; Darmawanto; Sasmita Rusnaini; Widya Pratiwi; Hamirul
Indonesian Community Empowerment Journal Vol. 4 No. 1 (2024): Indonesian Community Empowerment Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37275/icejournal.v4i1.56

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Effective village governance is an important foundation for sustainable development at the local level. However, many villages in Indonesia, including Sungai Arang Hamlet in Jambi, still face challenges in terms of governance, which can be seen from weak administrative systems, lack of transparency, and low capacity of village officials. This research uses a participatory community service approach which involves a series of activities, including: (1) Identifying village problems and needs through focus group discussions (FGD) and in-depth interviews; (2) Development of standard operating procedures (SOP) for various aspects of village administration; (3) Training and capacity building for village officials regarding SOP implementation; (4) Assistance and monitoring of SOP implementation; and (5) Evaluation of program impact. The research results show a significant improvement in village governance after program implementation. The developed SOPs have helped improve the efficiency and effectiveness of public services, increase transparency and accountability, and strengthen public participation in decision-making. In addition, the capacity of village officials has also increased, reflected in a better understanding of their duties and responsibilities, as well as a better ability to carry out administrative tasks. In conclusion, this community service program has made a positive contribution in strengthening village governance in Sungai Arang Hamlet. Developing SOPs and increasing the capacity of village officials has proven effective in improving the quality of public services, transparency, and accountability. This research recommends that this community service model can be replicated in other villages that have similar problems.
Healthy Living Movement Assistance to Maintain Dental and Oral Health in Children: A Community Service at SD Negeri 15 Fafanlap, South Misool District, Raja Ampat Regency, Southwest Papua, Indonesia Fatimah; Nompo, Rifki Sakinah; Fitriani; Yoneta Wamea
Indonesian Community Empowerment Journal Vol. 4 No. 1 (2024): Indonesian Community Empowerment Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37275/icejournal.v4i1.57

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Optimal dental and oral health is an important aspect in children's growth and development. However, in remote areas such as South Misool, Raja Ampat, access to dental health information and services is still limited. This encourages the need for community service to increase awareness and practice of maintaining dental and oral health in children. This community service was carried out at SD Negeri 15 Fafanlap involving 120 students in grades 1-6. The methods used include: (1) interactive education about dental and oral health, (2) demonstration and training on correct tooth brushing practices, (3) distribution of free brushes and toothpaste, (4) simple dental examinations, and (5) monitoring periodically for 6 months. After the intervention, there was a significant increase in students' knowledge about dental and oral health. The ability to brush teeth properly also increases rapidly, as indicated by a reduction in dental plaque. In addition, positive behavioral changes occurred with increased frequency of tooth brushing and use of fluoride toothpaste. This community service succeeded in increasing awareness, knowledge and practice of maintaining oral health among children at SD Negeri 15 Fafanlap. It is hoped that the continuation of the program and replication in other areas will have a wider impact on the dental and oral health of Indonesian children.  
Assistance in Strengthening MPASI (Complementary Foods for Breast Milk) Education for Optimizing Toddler Growth: Community Service in Lot Kala Village, Kebayakan District, Central Aceh Regency, Indonesia Apriani, Widya; Irdayani; Hidayana; Nova Ratna Dewi; Lisni
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37275/icejournal.v4i1.58

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Providing appropriate complementary food for breast milk (MPASI) is a crucial factor in supporting optimal growth and development of babies and toddlers. However, lack of knowledge and correct practice of providing MPASI is still a problem in various communities, including in Lot Kala Village, Kebayakan District, Central Aceh Regency, Indonesia. This Community Service aims to provide assistance in strengthening MPASI education for the mother community in the village. This study uses a participatory community service approach. Mentoring activities include counseling regarding the principles of providing appropriate MPASI, demonstrations on making homemade MPASI, as well as regular monitoring and evaluation. Data was collected through interviews, observations and questionnaires. Data analysis was carried out descriptively qualitatively and quantitatively. The results of this community service show an increase in mothers' knowledge regarding MPASI, an increase in mothers' skills in making homemade MPASI, as well as a change in the mother's attitude to become more positive towards giving homemade MPASI. Apart from that, there was an increase in the nutritional status of infants and toddlers after the intervention. Assistance in strengthening MPASI education has proven to be effective in increasing mothers' knowledge, skills and attitudes towards providing MPASI. This program is recommended for replication in other communities that have similar problems.
Enhancing Trauma Care: A Community Service Initiative for Focused Assessment Sonography for Trauma (FAST) Training among Junior Doctors at Dr. H. Abdul Moeloek General Hospital, Bandarlampung, Indonesia Ramadhian, Muhammad Ricky
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37275/icejournal.v4i1.59

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Focused assessment sonography for trauma (FAST) is a rapid bedside ultrasound examination crucial for the initial assessment of trauma patients. This study reports on a community service initiative aimed at improving FAST competency among young doctors at Dr. H. Abdul Moeloek General Hospital, Bandarlampung, Indonesia. A mixed-methods approach was employed. The program included: 1) A pre-training assessment of FAST knowledge and skills. 2) A structured FAST training curriculum with didactic lectures, hands-on scanning sessions, and case-based discussions. 3) A post-training assessment of FAST competency. 4) Qualitative feedback from participants to assess the program's impact. Thirty-two young doctors participated in the program. There was a significant improvement in FAST knowledge (pre-test mean: 45%; post-test mean: 82%) and scanning skills. Participants reported increased confidence in FAST utilization and its integration into their trauma assessment workflow. This community service initiative demonstrated the effectiveness of a structured FAST training program in enhancing the competency of young doctors in trauma care. Such programs have the potential to improve patient outcomes and contribute to the development of a skilled healthcare workforce.
Financial Inclusion and Rural Development: Empowering Micro-entrepreneurs in Lubuk Beringin, Bungo Regency, Jambi, Indonesia Abu Bakar; Widya Pratiwi; Eva Marlina; Sasmita Rusnaini; Mardiansyah; Silvia Jesika; Zulkifli; Darmawanto; Syah Amin Albadry; Hamirul
Indonesian Community Empowerment Journal Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024): Indonesian Community Empowerment Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37275/icejournal.v4i2.60

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Micro-entrepreneurs in rural Indonesia often face challenges in accessing financial services and developing sustainable business practices. This community service initiative aimed to empower micro-entrepreneurs in Lubuk Beringin, Bungo Regency, Jambi, Indonesia, by promoting financial inclusion and rural development. A mixed-methods approach was employed, incorporating surveys, focus group discussions, and in-depth interviews to assess the needs and challenges of micro-entrepreneurs. Based on the findings, a comprehensive program was designed and implemented, encompassing financial literacy training, business development workshops, and access to microcredit facilities. The program resulted in increased financial literacy, improved business skills, and enhanced access to financial resources among the participants. Data indicates a 20% increase in average monthly income and a 15% rise in business savings among participating micro-entrepreneurs six months after program completion. Additionally, the program fostered a sense of community and collaboration among the participants. This initiative demonstrates the vital role of public administration in empowering micro-entrepreneurs through financial inclusion and rural development strategies. By providing access to financial knowledge, skills, and resources, public administration can contribute to sustainable economic growth and improved livelihoods in rural communities.
Building Entrepreneurial Capacity: The Role of Publicly Funded Training Programs in Empowering MSMEs in Dharmasraya, Indonesia Mukti Diapepin; Donna Ikranova Febrina; Joko Sunaryo; Yulia Wiji Astika; Nova Elsyra; Teta Wismar; Hamirul
Indonesian Community Empowerment Journal Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024): Indonesian Community Empowerment Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37275/icejournal.v4i2.61

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Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are vital to the Indonesian economy, especially in rural areas like Dharmasraya. This community service project aimed to empower MSMEs by building their entrepreneurial capacity through publicly funded training programs. Using a participatory action research approach, a needs assessment was conducted with 100 MSME owners in Dharmasraya to identify challenges and training needs. Based on the findings, workshops and mentoring sessions were designed and delivered, focusing on financial literacy, marketing strategies, digital literacy, and business plan development. The training program significantly improved participants' understanding of key business concepts, including financial management, marketing, and digital tools. Participants also showed increased confidence in managing and growing their businesses. The program fostered a sense of community and peer learning among MSME owners. In conclusion, publicly funded training programs are crucial for building entrepreneurial capacity and empowering MSMEs in Dharmasraya. This initiative highlights the effectiveness of participatory approaches in addressing community needs and fostering sustainable economic development.
Bridging the Gap: The Role of Village Funds and Social Capital in Empowering Communities in Rantau Duku, Jambi, Indonesia Panji Ulum; Helva Rahmi; Syah Amin Albadry; Deni Handani; Feri Antoni; H. Burhanuddin; Hamirul
Indonesian Community Empowerment Journal Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024): Indonesian Community Empowerment Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37275/icejournal.v4i2.62

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This community service initiative explores the synergistic relationship between village funds and social capital in empowering communities in Rantau Duku, Jambi, Indonesia. Recognizing the potential of village funds as a catalyst for development and the vital role of social capital in facilitating collective action, this project aimed to enhance community capacity to effectively utilize these resources for local development. This project employed a participatory action research (PAR) approach, involving community members in all stages of the initiative. The intervention included capacity-building workshops on village fund management, participatory planning, and conflict resolution, along with facilitating community dialogues to strengthen social cohesion and trust. The project resulted in increased community participation in village development planning and budgeting processes, improved transparency and accountability in village fund management, and enhanced social cohesion among community members. Several community-led initiatives were successfully implemented, including infrastructure improvements, economic empowerment programs, and social welfare programs. In conclusion, this initiative demonstrates the transformative potential of combining village funds with strong social capital to empower communities. By fostering community ownership and participation, and strengthening social cohesion, this approach can effectively contribute to sustainable and equitable development in rural Indonesia.

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