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Journal of Research in Social Science and Humanities
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ISSN : 28093356     EISSN : 28073916     DOI : http://doi.org/10.47679/jrssh.v1i2.12
Journal Research of social science and Humanities is a peer-reviewed, international, and intercultural journal. It promotes interdisciplinary research with a primary focus on original research or reviews in humanities and social sciences. Articles are welcome in the following seven sections: Education and Assessment, English Language & Literature, Media & Journalism, Politics & Governance, Psychology, Sociology, and Economics & Commerce. Journal audiences are learned readers, researchers, policymakers, administrators, and educational organizations.
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The Effect Of Forensic Audit On The Fraud Prevention With Accountability As An Intervening Variable In Village Government In Langkat Regency Sitompul, Abdul Habib; Purba, Rahima Br
Journal of Research in Social Science and Humanities Vol 5, No 4 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47679/jrssh.v5i4.514

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This study aims to analyze the effect of forensic audits on preventing village fund corruption with accountability as an intervening variable in village governments in Langkat Regency. This study uses a quantitative approach with a survey method to 150 village government officials. SEM PLS-based path analysis is used to test the direct and indirect relationships between the research variables. The results show that forensic audits have a positive and significant effect on preventing village fund corruption, both directly and through the accountability variable as a mediator. This finding confirms that the effectiveness of forensic audits will be more optimal if followed by increased accountability of village officials in every stage of financial management. This study provides implications that local governments need to strengthen forensic audit capacity and encourage a culture of accountability to minimize the risk of village fund corruption.
Pricing System For Indonesia’s Freight Forwarding Industry: A Case Study Of PT Adhi Surya Amanah Rafiiola, Shofi; Mirzanti, Isti Raafaldini
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47679/jrssh.v5i4.497

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PT Adhi Surya Amanah (ASA Trans), a domestic B2B freight forwarding company in Indonesia, faces persistent inefficiencies in its pricing process that hinder operational speed, accuracy, and competitiveness. The company relies heavily on manual quotation preparation using fragmented information spread across spreadsheets, emails, and handwritten records. This results in inconsistent pricing decisions, long quote response times, and a heavy reliance on staff interpretation, limiting the company's ability to respond efficiently to customer demand in an increasingly competitive logistics environment. These inefficiencies pose both scientific and managerial challenges, as accurate and timely pricing is a key factor in determining profitability and market performance in freight forwarding. Therefore, this study aims to develop, test, and implement a data-driven price forecasting infrastructure that can increase efficiency, reduce human error, and improve strategic decision-making at ASA Trans. The research begins by identifying the root causes of inefficiency through a detailed assessment of ASA Trans’s operational workflow. This evaluation identified four key challenges: unstructured and fragmented pricing information, manual verification, lack of access to real-time cost and market data, and over-reliance on subjective judgment. All of these issues lead to decreased operational reliability and limit the company's ability to grow. To address these challenges, this paper proposes a forecasting model to be developed based on the premise that ASA Trans' historical records of freight, cost, and pricing information are sufficient to provide the operational trends necessary for accurate forecasting. The study also assumes that market factors such as fuel and toll prices are subject to specific, predictable trends. The objectives of this study include determining the data requirements for price prediction, comparing forecasting techniques, creating a practical prototype of a price forecasting system, and integrating the system into ASA Trans' workflow. To achieve these objectives, the researchers employed a multi-stage methodology. Primary data was collected using internal freight data, operational cost records, and historical prices, while secondary data was collected in the form of freight benchmarks and competitor rate cards. Analysis Phase: The machine learning process involved is structured and includes data cleaning, standardization, exploratory data analysis, model development, and validation. Supervised learning technology was applied to three models: Multiple Linear Regression, Random Forest, and LightGBM to determine which approach provided the most accurate and operational predictions. Model evaluation is conducted using MAE, RMSE, and MAPE, supported by business-oriented validation criteria that measure quotation speed, usability, and alignment with financial objectives. The findings indicated that the best model was the Random Forest model, which had the lowest error and the most consistent results across various shipping situations. The fact that this model can capture nonlinear relationships makes it a favorable solution for the multifaceted and cost-based structure found in the Indonesian domestic freight market. The implementation of the Random Forest model was realized in a web-based Price Forecasting System created at ASA Trans. The implementation phase transformed the model into a working tool that can input estimated shipping costs, estimated operational costs, and estimated lead times with minimal user input. Test results showed that bid completion time was reduced from several hours to minutes, indicating significant improvements in operational efficiency. The fact that this system improves consistency, reduces administrative workload, and enhances the accuracy of pricing decisions was confirmed by user feedback during the training and socialization phases. This system is also capable of providing structured and continuous cost details, which increases transparency and enhances customer trust. This research contributes to scientific knowledge by demonstrating the practical application of machine learning in pricing optimization for domestic freight forwarding. It also establishes an empirical foundation for integrating predictive analytics into pricing workflows in small to mid-scale logistics companies in emerging markets. In the case of ASA Trans, the forecasting system is a strategic move towards digitalization, which will have long-term advantages with better pricing management, uniform decision-making, and preparedness to undertake an automation initiative in the future, like a more comprehensive Transportation Management System (TMS).
The Crime Of Child Grooming As Digital Sexual Harassment In The Perspective Of Perpetrator Accountability According To Laws And Regulations In Indonesia Syavica, Zahrana; Sahlepi, Muhammad Arif; Rahmayanti, Rahmayanti
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The phenomenon  of child grooming that develops through digital media is a form of modern sexual violence that poses a serious threat to children as a vulnerable group. This practice is carried out by the perpetrator establishing communication, building closeness, and psychological manipulation of children for the purpose of sexual exploitation. This research aims to examine the criminal act of child grooming as a form of digital sexual violence and analyze the legal accountability of perpetrators according to laws and regulations in Indonesia. The research method used is normative juridical research with a legislative and conceptual approach. The results of the study show that the crime of child grooming has been regulated in Law Number 17 of 2016 concerning Child Protection and Law Number 12 of 2022 concerning the Crime of Sexual Violence. Both regulations affirm that perpetrators can be sentenced to criminal sanctions, either in the form of imprisonment or additional penalties, taking into account the aspect of child protection as a victim. Thus, the accountability of child grooming  perpetrators not only emphasizes on the criminal aspect, but also on the prevention and recovery of victims.
TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP IN THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY CAN ADAPT DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY Putra, Meiyaldi Eka; Yulastri, Asmar; Yuliana, Yuliana
Journal of Research in Social Science and Humanities Vol 5, No 4 (2025)
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This study explores transformational leadership in automotive companies' adaptation to digital technological changes. The automotive industry is facing transformation through automation, artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and intelligent robotics-based production systems. The results show that visionary and communicative transformational leaders are able to accelerate technology adoption, minimize employee resistance, and build a culture of innovation. Key challenges include psychological resistance, limited digital literacy, technical barriers, and a lack of organizational cultural integration. Effective adaptation strategies include intensive training, technical mentoring, cross-divisional collaboration, and adjustments to operational policies. Transformational leadership plays a crucial role in aligning digital visions, enhancing human resource competencies, and creating an adaptive work environment for optimal digitalization acceptance. These findings emphasize that successful digital transformation is not solely about technology, but also about leadership quality and organizational culture.
Management Arrangement, Human Resources, and Accountability in Improving the Quality of Services at the Community and Village Empowerment Office (DPMD) of South Halmahera Regency Suleman, Sukur; Syawal, Sumitro; Selang, M. Sofyan Z.
Journal of Research in Social Science and Humanities Vol 5, No 4 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47679/jrssh.v5i4.507

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The bureaucracy within the Community and Village Empowerment Office (DPMD) of South Halmahera Regency presents significant challenges related to the complexity of administrative systems. The most urgent issues requiring restructuring involve unclear and unmeasured systems, processes, and work procedures; an underdeveloped service culture; an organizational structure that does not align with the service mission; and low professionalism and human resource quality. Furthermore, the bureaucratic structure remains oriented toward control and authority rather than service delivery. The distribution of authority tends to be partial, not comprehensive, and rationality and professionalism remain far from expectations.This study aims to analyze how management arrangements, human resource (HR) capacity, and accountability contribute to improving public service quality at DPMD South Halmahera. The research employs a qualitative descriptive method using a case study approach. Data were obtained through observation, interviews, and documentation, and analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model, which includes data collection, reduction, display, verification, and conclusion drawing.The results show that management arrangements at DPMD have not yet operated optimally, as evidenced by overlapping duties and weak inter-departmental coordination. Most HR personnel do not yet meet the required qualifications and need continuous competency development, especially in technology and digital service delivery. In terms of accountability, reporting mechanisms lack transparency, and supervision and evaluation are not conducted systematically and comprehensively. Overall, the quality of public service delivery at DPMD still requires improvement through better management systems, HR capacity development, and stronger, participatory accountability mechanisms.
The Influence of the International Labour Organization (ILO) in the Formulation of Migrant Worker Protection Policies in East Java Putri, Adys Cintya Maharani; Yumitro, Gonda; Setowara, M. Subhan
Journal of Research in Social Science and Humanities Vol 5, No 4 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47679/jrssh.v5i4.493

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This article examines the influence of the International Labor Organization (ILO) in the drafting of East Java Provincial Regulation No. 2 of 2022 on the Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers. This topic is important because subnational governments are required to play a role in migrant worker protection, yet the pathways through which global labor norms enter local regulations remain understudied. Using a qualitative approach through interviews and document analysis, the study traces how international principles, particularly the 1990 International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families (ICRMW) were incorporated into regional policymaking. The findings show that although no formal collaboration existed between the ILO and the East Java Provincial Parliament, the ILO's influence emerged through the diffusion of global standards on safe migration, fair recruitment, and legal protection, which became substantive references during the drafting process. These results demonstrate that the diffusion of international norms can occur through multi-level governance mechanisms, where international actors shape subnational legislation indirectly through knowledge production and policy advocacy.
The Role of Buddhist Religious Education in Strengthening Morality and Ethics at The Institute of Business, Information Technology, and Management Albert, Albert; Jacqueline, Jacqueline; Djohan, Stevannie; Lim, Jennifer; Jawari, Irvan
Journal of Research in Social Science and Humanities Vol 5, No 4 (2025)
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This study aims to examine the extent to which Buddhist religious education contributes to strengthening the moral and ethical character of students at the Institute of Business, Information Technology, and Management. Buddhist religious education is viewed as an essential medium for shaping character based on the values of honesty, responsibility, discipline, and empathy.This research employed a pre-test and post-test design. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using SPSS, involving validity and reliability tests, normality and homogeneity tests, correlation analysis, regression analysis, and a Paired Sample t-Test. The mean score increased from 19.06 (pre-test) to 41.60 (post-test), indicating an improvement in students’ moral and ethical behaviour after participating in Buddhist religious education. The Paired Sample t-Test results show a Sig. (2-tailed) value of 0.000 ( 0.05), demonstrating a significant difference between pre- and post-learning outcomes. The correlation coefficient (R = 0.944) and the coefficient of determination (R² = 0.890) indicate a very strong relationship, in which 89% of the improvement in students’ moral and ethical development is explained by Buddhist religious education. Thus, Buddhist religious education has been proven to exert a positive and significant influence in shaping morally grounded and ethically responsible student character, thereby supporting the creation of a harmonious and integrity-driven campus environment.
Stock Price Performance of LQ45 Companies Before and After the 2024 General Election Napitupulu, Topan Lilian; Purba, Rahima Br
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This study examines the stock price performance of firms included in the LQ45 index before and after Indonesia’s 2024 General Election (Pemilu). A quantitative comparative event-study approach is applied using Abnormal Return (AR) and Cumulative Abnormal Return (CAR) as key metrics. The sample consists of 45 LQ45 companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. Expected returns are estimated using the Market-Adjusted Model (expected return equals market/IHSG return), with an observation window of t?3 to t?1 (pre-event) and t+1 to t+3 (post-event). Data were calculated in Microsoft Excel and statistically tested in SPSS using a normality test, Paired Sample T-Test, and Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test as a robustness check. Descriptive results indicate changes in AR patterns between the pre- and post-election periods. The Paired Sample T-Test shows that the difference is not significant at the 5% level (p = 0.079) but is marginal at the 10% level. In contrast, the Wilcoxon test reveals a significant difference at the 5% level (p = 0.024), with most stocks exhibiting lower abnormal returns after the election (32 stocks post pre). Overall, the findings suggest an asymmetric market reaction, with abnormal performance relatively stronger before the event and weakening afterward.
Critical Thinking in Multimodal ELT Materials: A Discourse Analysis of Tasks and Visuals in Bahasa Inggris Tingkat Lanjut (Grade XI) Lestari, Dea Ayu
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Critical thinking is a very important skill in English Language Teaching (ELT), especially in learning contexts that still rely heavily on textbooks as the main source. This study aims to examine how critical thinking skills are represented in multimodal ELT learning resources. The analysis focuses on the relationship between learning activities and visual elements in Advanced English textbooks for grade 11, to determine the extent to which these two aspects support each other in fostering students' critical thinking skills. The research is based on the premise that the development of critical thinking is influenced not only by verbal instructions but also by the purposeful integration of visual modes. Adopting a qualitative research approach, the study applied multimodal discourse analysis to selected information-dense tasks that incorporate both textual directives and visual components. The analysis examined task categories, cognitive demands according to Bloom’s revised taxonomy, visual functions, and markers of critical thinking. The results of the study indicate that critical thinking skills can be developed through pedagogical alignment between learning tasks and visual elements. The results of the study indicate that narrative images can develop analytical and evaluative skills, ideologically charged visuals support critical assessment and argument development, while conceptual visuals help students organize analysis and interpret ideas creatively. These findings confirm that visual elements only play an effective role in improving higher-order thinking skills when consciously designed and combined with tasks that require complex cognitive processes, thus emphasizing the importance of planned multimodal design in ELT teaching materials.
Analysis of Independence, Effectiveness, and Efficiency Ratio as Measure of Financial Performance of the Lampung Province Government 2019–2023 Waldani, Anggi Jumiafitri; Ramadhan, Puja Rizqy; Arnita, Vina
Journal of Research in Social Science and Humanities Vol 5, No 4 (2025)
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This study aims to assess the financial performance of the Lampung Provincial Government through the ratios of independence, effectiveness, and efficiency from 2019 to 2023. The research is descriptive with a quantitative approach and data collected through documentation. The analyzed data are secondary data. The results show that the average fiscal independence ratio remains low despite an increase in the last two years. The effectiveness of Local Own-Source Revenue (PAD) collection is considered quite good and consistently effective; however, in the final year, there was a decline, making it less effective.