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Journal of Social and Policy Issues
Published by Pencerah Publishing
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Core Subject : Humanities, Social,
The aim of this journal publication is to disseminate the conceptual thoughts or ideas and research results that have been achieved in the area of Social and Policy Issues. JSPI, particularly focuses on the Social and Policy Issues as follows: Social Development and Welfare, Decentralization and Regional Autonomy, Public Policy, Public Management and Governance, Political economy, Business Administration, Bureaucracy and Administration Development, Sociology, Humanities and Cultural Studies, and Any specifics issues of Social and Policy Issues.
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Analysis of the GEDSI Framework (Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion) in Public Space Access for Persons with Disabilities in Tanjungpinang City Amanda Lovita; Dian Prima Safitri; Okky Rizki Azizi
Journal of Social and Policy Issues Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): January - March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58835/jspi.v6i1.599

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Despite the enactment of Tanjungpinang City Regional Regulation No. 4 of 2017 on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, public spaces in the city including Taman Tepi Laut, Museum Sultan Sulaiman Badrul Alamsyah, and key pedestrian corridors remain largely inaccessible for persons with disabilities. This study analyzes the dynamics of public space accessibility policy in Tanjungpinang City using the Multiple Streams Framework (MSF) and the Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) framework. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed, with data analyzed using Miles et al., (2014) interactive model and supported by NVivo-12 software. The findings reveal that all four GEDSI dimensions: access, participation, control, and benefit remain unfulfilled, constrained by both physical barriers and structural deficiencies in policy planning. From the MSF perspective, the three streams have yet to converge: the problem has been identified, policy instruments such as the Regional Regulation and Gender-Responsive Budgeting have been formulated, yet weak political support and limited public awareness prevent the policy window from opening optimally. These findings underscore that inclusive public space governance in Tanjungpinang requires substantive integration of GEDSI principles, stronger inter-agency coordination, and the active role of disability groups as policy entrepreneurs.
Uneven Industrial Growth and Regional Disparities: A Comparative Growth Pole Analysis of Krian and Waru Districts Siti Rosalinda Amaral Pinto; Sofi Putri Febrianti; Ike Rizky Olifia; Alivia Novita Nur Laili; Dewi Casmiwati
Journal of Social and Policy Issues Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): January - March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58835/jspi.v6i1.612

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This study aims to comparatively analyze the industrial development performance of Krian District and Waru District as growth poles in Sidoarjo Regency, East Java, Indonesia. Using a qualitative approach based on a systematic literature review, this study draws on peer-reviewed publications, official statistical reports, and regional planning documents. François Perroux’s Growth Pole Theory serves as the primary analytical lens to examine industrial concentration, spread effects, and spatial disparities between the two districts. The findings reveal that Krian District has developed as a medium-to-large-scale manufacturing center, anchored by the Krian Industrial Zone (KIZ), which supports labor absorption and production capacity. In contrast, Waru District demonstrates more dynamic and diversified economic growth, functioning as a logistics hub, warehousing center, and commercial district, benefiting from proximity to Juanda International Airport and direct access to the Waru–Juanda Toll Road. Infrastructure disparities significantly shape each district’s industrial trajectory, with Waru exhibiting more advanced utility management and transport connectivity. Socially, Waru faces more intense urbanization pressures compared to the relatively stable demographic conditions in Krian. These findings underscore the need for differentiated spatial development policies that leverage each district’s distinct strengths while promoting balanced and equitable regional development within Sidoarjo Regency.
Dakwah Mimbar dan Transformasi Pola Komunikasi Keagamaan di Era Digital (Studi di Kota Lhokseumawe) Ismuhar; Muhajir Al-Fairusy; M. Rizal Fazri.Ar
Journal of Social and Policy Issues Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): January - March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58835/jspi.v6i1.662

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The development of digital technology has fundamentally changed the religious communication patterns of Muslims, including the practice of pulpit preaching, which has long been understood as an authoritative and sacred space for religious communication. This study aims to analyze the transformation of congregational communication patterns in receiving pulpit preaching in the digital era and examine how the position of the pulpit is reconstructed in relation to new media. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques such as in-depth interviews, participant observation, and documentation, conducted in several large mosques in Lhokseumawe City. The results show that pulpit preaching is still maintained as a source of religious legitimacy, especially among adults and the elderly. However, the younger generation tends to combine physical presence in the mosque with the consumption of digital preaching through social media platforms. A key finding of this study is the emergence of a hybrid communication pattern, namely the integration of oral preaching from the pulpit with the distribution and amplification of messages through digital media. This pattern marks a shift in preaching from one-way communication to multi-channel dialogic communication that is participatory and interactive. Theoretically, this research enriches Islamic communication studies by integrating a transactional communication approach and uses and gratifications theory in the context of contemporary da'wah. Practically, these findings emphasize the importance of digital literacy for preachers and da'wah institutions to ensure that da'wah from the pulpit remains relevant, has broad reach, and fosters community engagement in a digital society.
The Influence of Multi-Actor Collaboration between Universities on the Formulation of Waste Management Policies Riska Sarofah; Sidik Firmadi; Hilal Ramdhani; M.Ananda Syahdani; Nadia Sabila Nurhaliza
Journal of Social and Policy Issues Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): January - March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58835/jspi.v6i1.685

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This study aims to examine the influence of university collaboration, particularly lecturer research within a multi-actor network, on the formulation of waste management policies in Tasikmalaya City. Despite the existence of Regional Regulation No. 7 of 2012 and Mayoral Regulation No. 22 of 2019, waste management remains suboptimal due to low community participation, limited facilities, weak inter-agency coordination, and budget constraints. This study employs a mixed-method approach, combining a quantitative survey of lecturers from seven universities with in-depth interviews and observations. Quantitative data were analyzed using simple linear regression, while qualitative data were examined through triangulation and member checking. The findings reveal that most universities lack a specific research roadmap on waste management, resulting in limited contributions to policy formulation. Although research and publication training has been implemented, it has not yet focused on environmental policy advocacy. Regression results indicate that policy formulation has a positive and significant effect on multi-actor collaboration (p < 0.05), while communication and coordination show positive but insignificant effects. The model explains 62.05% of the variance in collaboration outcomes. This study concludes that clear, directed, and inclusive policy formulation plays a more critical role than communication alone and recommends strengthening university engagement in evidence-based policymaking
Roland Barthes' Semiotic Analysis of the Representation of Family Communication in the Animated Film Coco (2017) Lia Zuraida Surbakti; Muhammad Husni Ritonga
Journal of Social and Policy Issues Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): January - March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58835/jspi.v6i1.696

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This study aims to analyze the construction and interpretation of family communication in the animated film Coco (2017) using Roland Barthes's semiotic approach. The research focuses on how visual and narrative elements represent communication patterns within a family context, particularly through symbols such as the guitar, the ofrenda, ancestral photographs, and dialogues between characters. This study employs a qualitative method with media text analysis. Data were collected through observation and documentation of selected scenes, then analyzed using Barthes's three levels of meaning: denotation, connotation, and myth. This approach allows for a deeper understanding of how meanings are produced and culturally embedded within the film. The results show that at the denotative level, family communication is portrayed through everyday interactions and conflicts between characters. At the connotative level, these interactions reflect emotional bonds, authority structures, and the tension between individual desires and family expectations. At the myth level, the film reinforces cultural ideologies that prioritize family unity, respect for ancestors, and obedience to familial authority. In conclusion, Coco constructs family communication as a value-laden process shaped by cultural beliefs and intergenerational relationships, emphasizing harmony, collective identity, and the preservation of family traditions.
The Inter-Agency Coordination and Electoral Data Integrity: A Governance Perspective from Bengkulu Rio Putra Handika; Syahidallazi Aziz; Sondang Amelia Hasibuan; Harry Yanza Putra; Heru Purnawan
Journal of Social and Policy Issues Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): January - March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58835/jspi.v6i1.697

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This study analyzes the coordination between the Provincial Office of Population and Civil Registration (Disdukcapil) and the Bengkulu Provincial General Election Commission (KPU) in synchronizing voter data for the 2019 General Election. The research aims to examine the forms and effectiveness of inter-institutional coordination in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of voter data to support electoral implementation. A qualitative approach with a descriptive method was employed. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and a systematic review of official documents related to the 2019 election in Bengkulu Province. The analysis focuses on the role of both institutions as problem-solving actors in addressing technical and administrative challenges, including duplicate voter records, inconsistencies between domicile data and voter allocation, and other data-related discrepancies. The findings reveal that coordination was conducted through formal coordination meetings, plenary sessions, inter-agency communication, data consolidation, matching processes, as well as field verification and validation activities, supported by joint decision-making mechanisms. These efforts contributed to improving data accuracy and administrative efficiency. However, the study also identifies persistent challenges, indicating that coordination and data management practices require further optimization to achieve more effective electoral governance.
Power Relations in Mangrove Ecosystem Management: The Authority of Kotawaringin Village Government Amid Environmental Policy Structures Nur Aysyah; Zalfa Haza Tsabitah; Nyimas Dwi Febyana
Journal of Social and Policy Issues Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): January - March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58835/jspi.v6i1.698

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This study aims to analyze power relations in mangrove ecosystem management in Kotawaringin Village, Bangka Regency, with a focus on the position and authority of the village government within a hierarchical environmental policy structure. The research employs a qualitative approach using a political ecology perspective to examine the dynamics of power among actors in mangrove governance. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, field observations, and document analysis involving village authorities, coastal communities, and relevant policy documents. The data were analyzed using an interactive model consisting of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that, normatively, the village government is recognized as an autonomous entity within the decentralization framework; however, substantively, its authority is constrained by supravillage policies at the regency and provincial levels. This condition produces hierarchical power relations that position the village government in a subordinate role. Furthermore, a paradox of responsibility emerges, where the village is expected to ensure mangrove sustainability without adequate regulatory authority. The study concludes that mangrove management at the village level constitutes a political arena shaped by power distribution, requiring more inclusive policies, strengthened local institutional capacity, and more equitable coordination among governance actors in coastal environmental management.
Adaptive Governance Model in Cultural Preservation: Balancing Customary Obligations and Community Economy in Bali I Gusti Agung Ayu Yuliartika Dewi; Komang Tri Putri Andriastuti Andriastuti
Journal of Social and Policy Issues Volume 6, No. 2 (2026): April- June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58835/jspi.v6i2.702

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This study aims to analyze the coordination patterns between the Bali Provincial Government and Desa Adat (Customary Villages) regarding cultural preservation and to evaluate the effectiveness of the current governance model. Methodologically, this study employs a qualitative approach through in depth interviews with key informants, including government officials, Majelis Desa Adat administrators, Bendesa Adat, and community members (krama). The results show that the current cultural governance model is protective-normative, focusing on institutional strengthening and budgetary support, yet it is not yet fully adaptive to the community's economic pressures. There is a noted imbalance between the symbolic value of culture and the actual economic capacity of residents, exacerbated by rising ceremonial costs and social expectations. Consequently, this study proposes an adaptive-collaborative governance model supported by four main pillars: flexible awig-awig regulation, needs based cultural subsidy schemes, digital transparency in customary fund management, and deliberative collaborative forums. In conclusion, the transformation toward an adaptive collaborative governance model is a structural necessity to maintain the balance between state authority, customary autonomy, and the socio-economic sustainability of the community. This integration is expected to ensure that the preservation of tradition remains proportional and inclusive, while guaranteeing social justice for the Balinese people amidst the dynamics of globalization.
The Shift in the Value of Geuchik Leadership in Aceh: An Analysis of the Transition from Charismatic to Formal Leadership Muliawati Darkasyi
Journal of Social and Policy Issues Volume 6, No. 2 (2026): April- June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58835/jspi.v6i2.704

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This study aims to analyze the shift in the value of Geuchik leadership in Aceh from a charismatic and culturally grounded model toward a formal and procedural model of village governance. In the traditional Acehnese gampong system, the Geuchik was not only an administrative leader but also a respected social, cultural, and religious figure whose authority was built on charisma, maturity, community trust, and mastery of local customs. This study employs a descriptive qualitative approach through observation, semi-structured interviews, and documentation, supported by a literature review and field data. The findings show that contemporary Geuchik selection increasingly prioritizes formal administrative requirements, such as age, educational certificates, and electoral procedures, rather than social stature, customary knowledge, and charismatic authority. This change has expanded democratic access to village leadership, including for younger and formally educated candidates. Still, it has also created a value gap between legal legitimacy and socio-cultural legitimacy. The decline of charismatic authority affects public respect, community compliance, dispute resolution, and the preservation of local wisdom. Therefore, the study argues that effective gampong leadership in Aceh requires a balance between formal governance capacity and culturally rooted leadership values.
Actor Relations in the Pentahelix Model in Tourism Village Management: An Analysis of the Role of Government, Community, Private, Academic, and Media Nurisma Rizky Nur Jannah; M. Husni Tamrin
Journal of Social and Policy Issues Volume 6, No. 2 (2026): April- June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58835/jspi.v6i2.715

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Tourism village management requires collaboration among multiple stakeholders to support destination sustainability and competitiveness. This study aims to analyze the management of Wringinanom Tourism Village using the Pentahelix approach by examining the roles and collaborative dynamics of the actors involved. The research employed a descriptive qualitative method. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation, while informants were selected using purposive and snowball sampling techniques. Data analysis was conducted through data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that the management of Wringinanom Tourism Village involves five Pentahelix actors. The community, represented by the Tourism Awareness Group (Pokdarwis), serves as the primary managing actor responsible for coordinating tourism activities, local SMEs, and homestay providers. The government plays a facilitative role through capacity building and administrative support, although tourism village management has not yet been strengthened by a specific Village Regulation. The private sector contributes to destination digitalization and marketing, academics support mentoring and innovation based on local potential, and the media function as promoters in expanding information dissemination and strengthening the destination image. The study concludes that the sustainability of Wringinanom Tourism Village depends on strengthening collaboration among Pentahelix actors, particularly through continuous innovation in tourism products and visitor experiences.