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Jurnal Karya Abdi Masyarakat
Published by Universitas Jambi
ISSN : 25801120     EISSN : 25802178     DOI : https://doi.org/10.22437/jkam
Jurnal Karya Abdi Masyarakat (JKAM) adalah jurnal yang diterbikan oleh LPPM Universitas Jambi untuk mempublikasikan dan meyebarluaskan tulisan dan artikel pengabdian masyarakat yang telah dilakukan oleh akademisi, praktisi dan mahasiswa dengan tujuan agar dapat menginspirasi dan bermanfaat bagi masyarakat secara luas. Scope Meliputi: Community Services, People, Local Food Security; Training, Marketing, Appropriate Technology, Design; Community Empowerment, Social Access; Social community, Social science projects; Student Community Services; Border Region, Less Developed Region; Education for Sustainable Development.
Articles 424 Documents
Capacity Building for Women Farmers in Organic Waste Management and SRI-Based Cultivation Jasminarni, Jasminarni; Novita, Trias; Andayani, Jul
Jurnal Karya Abdi Masyarakat Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Karya Abdi Masyarakat
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22437/jkam.v9i2.39193

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This study aims to enhance sustainable agriculture by implementing the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) through the utilization of rice straw compost among the Sedap Malam Women Farming Group in Koto Pudung, Kerinci. The method involves a participatory training approach focused on transforming rice straw waste into high-quality organic fertilizer, addressing the ecological drawbacks of conventional biomass burning. Results indicate that integrating rice straw compost into SRI framework significantly optimizes nutrient recycling and soil health restoration while reducing production costs by eliminating dependence on synthetic fertilizers. The novelty of this work lies in the localized synergy between organic waste management and SRI principles to empower women farmers in a rural context. Ultimately, this transition from traditional burning to organic composting serves as a strategic implication for mitigating air pollution and fostering a circular economy in regional rice production.
Community Empowerment Through the Village Savings and Lending Associations (VSLA) Programme in Guruve, Zimbabwe Savadye, Lilian Tariro; Mwapaura, Kudzai
Jurnal Karya Abdi Masyarakat Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Karya Abdi Masyarakat
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22437/jkam.v9i2.42493

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Limited access to financial services, low levels of financial literacy, and insufficient business mentoring remain major challenges for rural communities in Guruve, Zimbabwe, weakening household economic resilience. To address these issues, this community service activity aimed to describe the implementation of the Village Savings and Lending Associations (VSLA) programme initiated by the Salvation Army and its contribution to community economic empowerment. The activity was conducted using a participatory approach through focus group discussions, key informant interviews, and observation, with a focus on financial literacy training, the formation of savings groups, the selection and training of group committees, entrepreneurship skills training, and the facilitation of low-interest loan access. The results indicate that financial literacy training improved participants’ capacity to manage household finances, while savings groups provided a secure and transparent mechanism for collective saving. Entrepreneurship training encouraged the diversification of productive activities, and strengthened group governance enhanced accountability in group management. Overall, the VSLA-based community service activities proved effective in strengthening economic independence and resilience among rural communities and demonstrate strong potential for replication as a sustainable model of community economic empowerment.
The Migration-Poverty Trap: Assessing Farm Output and Household Welfare in Rural Nigeria Nwofoke, Christian; Baya, Baynachew Bargissa; Odom, C.N.; Rosemary, Nwobegu
Jurnal Karya Abdi Masyarakat Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Karya Abdi Masyarakat
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This study evaluates the impact of rural migration on the poverty status of farming households in Akure South, Nigeria. Using a multi-stage sampling technique to survey 120 respondents, the research employed descriptive and inferential statistics to analyze migration dynamics. Findings indicate that migration is primarily driven by education and skill acquisition, influenced by social expectations, land reforms, and poor institutional access. Notably, the study reveals a paradoxical decline in agricultural productivity and income following member migration. This reduction is driven by a 68.3 percent increase in labor costs and a significant decrease in cultivated land. Statistical analysis confirms that migration negatively affects farm output and total income, leading to the rejection of the null hypothesis. The research highlights a labor drain effect where human capital flight inadvertently exacerbates rural economic vulnerability. These results imply that without strategic interventions such as mechanization and improved infrastructure, migration will continue to undermine smallholder productivity. Consequently, policy frameworks must balance labor mobility with rural developmental support to mitigate poverty effectively.
Art Education for Sustainable Development: Transforming Youth Unemployment to Productivity in Seme Border Communities, Nigeria Adewale, Adekoya Bisola; Peter, Gandonu Sewanu; Oladatun, Oluwa Nurusiq; Olayinka, Azeez Razaq; Ibrahim, Oridola Adeola; Adisa, Shidi Yusuf
Jurnal Karya Abdi Masyarakat Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Karya Abdi Masyarakat
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22437/jkam.v9i2.43306

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The Seme Border area in Nigeria is a strategic Nigeria–Benin trade corridor; however, local youth continue to experience high unemployment, limited access to skills training, and declining engagement with local arts and cultural practices. This condition reflects a gap in community empowerment programmes that integrate economic capacity building with cultural sustainability in border communities. This community service activity aims to empower youth in the Seme Border communities through art education grounded in the Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) framework, with a focus on economic improvement, cultural preservation, and community resilience. The activities were conducted in Seme Border communities, targeting local youth as primary beneficiaries and involving local artists and craftsmen as community partners. The solution offered consisted of participatory mentoring and hands-on learning in traditional arts and crafts that integrate creative skill development with local cultural values. A participatory, action-based approach using qualitative methods was employed to support collaborative learning between the service team and the community. Data were collected through interviews and practical craft-learning sessions with artists, craftsmen, and youth participants, and analyzed thematically to evaluate the implementation process and outcomes. The results indicate that art education not only equips youth with marketable skills in arts and crafts but also revitalizes indigenous heritage, fostering pride and identity. Challenges such as limited resources and policy neglect highlight the need for public–private partnerships to scale community-based art learning programmes. This community service activity concludes that art education is a vital yet underutilized tool for reducing youth restiveness and promoting sustainable growth in border communities.
Public Policy and Rural Development: Assessing the Impact of CSDA in Edo State, Nigeria Ebonine, Victor Chukwugekwu; Kadiri, John Aigbojie
Jurnal Karya Abdi Masyarakat Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): Jurnal Karya Abdi Masyarakat
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This study evaluates the impact of the Community and Social Development Agency (CSDA) on rural development in Edo State, Nigeria. Using a qualitative research design, data were collected through in-depth interviews with 109 participants, including CSDA officials and community members selected via random and convenience sampling. Thematic analysis reveals that rural communities are actively involved in project execution through counterpart funding, labor, and supervision. The findings demonstrate that CSDA interventions significantly improved socio-economic activities and local security, proving the effectiveness of community-driven approaches over traditional top-down models. This research contributes to the literature by providing empirical evidence from an underexplored region, highlighting the sustainability of people-centered development. The results offer practical policy implications for addressing rural underdevelopment through participatory strategies. Future studies are encouraged to adopt mixed-methods approaches to further validate these grassroots dynamics.
Enhancing Financial Management in Secondary Schools through a Participatory Intervention Njini, Stephen; Elda, Hungwe
Jurnal Karya Abdi Masyarakat Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): Jurnal Karya Abdi Masyarakat
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This study aims to address financial management challenges in secondary schools by adopting a social work–oriented, participatory intervention approach. Previous studies have primarily focused on identifying governance issues such as weak accountability, limited financial literacy, and inadequate policy adherence, with limited emphasis on practical, stakeholder-driven solutions. This study employed a Participatory Action Research (PAR) design consisting of three phases: needs assessment, intervention, and evaluation. Data were collected through questionnaires, interviews, and document analysis involving school heads, teachers, School Development Committee (SDC) members, and education officials. The findings from the baseline assessment revealed significant gaps in financial governance, including poor record-keeping, lack of training, and weak institutional structures. Following the implementation of a capacity-building intervention—comprising workshops, mentoring, and participatory discussions—participants demonstrated improved financial management knowledge, enhanced governance practices, and increased stakeholder engagement. The novelty of this study lies in integrating social work principles, particularly empowerment and participation, into educational financial governance. The study implies that sustainable improvements require not only technical training but also inclusive, context-sensitive interventions that strengthen both individual capacity and institutional systems.
Development of Nata de Coco Product Marketing Strategy through Digital Marketing Pocket Book for Women Farmers Group in Pekik Nyaring Village Serawai, Bembi Akbar; Fitri, Melani Anisa; Widiono, Septri; Azmi, Alia; Zubedi, Faradiba F
Jurnal Karya Abdi Masyarakat Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): Jurnal Karya Abdi Masyarakat
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Pekik Nyaring Village is a village with abundant agricultural potential, especially coconut cultivation and agro-industry. In this village, the Women Farmers Group (KWT) plays a significant role in supporting the household economy through the production of coconut-based processed products, one of which is Nata de Coco. However, the resulting production faces challenges, namely limited marketing strategies. This community service aims to provide an understanding of digital marketing to the KWT. ​​The methods used in this activity are counseling and discussions targeting the women farmers group of Pekik Nyaring village. The digital marketing counseling activity for nata de coco products in the KWT of Pekik Nyaring village has had a positive impact, this condition is reflected in the enthusiasm of the KWT participants in implementing the activity. In addition, the results of the evaluation related to the understanding of the counseling material showed a 28% increase in knowledge and the KWT was able to create a digital platform as a digital marketing platform. This condition can be the foundation for the success of community service activities. Similar activities should continue to be carried out sustainably with several methods such as live demonstrations and mentoring. This is done to ensure sustainable change
Basic Training for Local Tour Guides to Strengthen Community-Based Tourism in Desa Teluk Jambi Masita, Ella; Mukminin, Amirul; Hidayat, Marzul; Fortunasari; Gowon, Muhammad; Iqroni, David; Waldo, Kevin
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Community-based tourism (CBT) development requires not only the availability of natural and cultural resources but also adequate local human resources capable of managing and delivering meaningful tourism experiences. One of the key challenges faced by many rural areas in Indonesia is the limited capacity of local communities, particularly the absence of trained local tour guides. Desa Teluk possesses significant agro-tourism and nature-based tourism potential; however, this potential has not been optimally utilized due to low tourism awareness and limited guiding competencies. This article reports the implementation and outcomes of a university-led community service program aimed at strengthening community readiness through basic local tour guide training. The program employed a participatory approach involving village officials, youth organizations, POKDARWIS, and MSME. Findings indicate notable improvements in participants’ understanding of tour guiding roles, communication skills, and service standards. Overall, the program strengthened community readiness for sustainable tourism development.
AI-Driven Teaching Capacity Building for English Teachers: A Professional Development Program for MGMP Tanjung Jabung Timur Fortunasari; Mukminin, Amirul; Hidayat, Marzul; Gowon, M; Masita, Ella; Iqroni, David; Heryanti, Reny
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This community service program aimed to strengthen the technopedagogical competence of junior high school English teachers in Tanjung Jabung Timur Regency through the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into classroom practice. The program adopted a participatory, needs-based approach involving 30 teachers from 12 schools and was implemented over seven weeks through workshops, mentoring, and classroom application. The training introduced AI concepts, ethical considerations, and hands-on use of selected applications, followed by guided implementation supported by reflective practice and continuous feedback. The results indicate notable improvements in teachers’ confidence and ability to design AI-integrated lessons, accompanied by increased student engagement and more interactive classroom dynamics. The program also contributed to a shift in teachers’ perceptions of AI from a perceived challenge to a supportive instructional partner and fostered the development of a professional learning community within the MGMP network. The novelty of this initiative lies in its mentoring-driven and practice-oriented approach tailored to rural educational contexts. The findings suggest that sustainable AI integration requires not only technical training but also ongoing professional support, collaborative structures, and alignment with local conditions.
Training on Strategies for Reading Printed and Digital Texts for Students of MTs Mahdaliyah, Jambi City Melati; Nyimas Triyana Safitri; Radiatan Mardiah; Nely Arif; Duti Volya
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This community service activity aimed to provide training on strategies for reading printed and digital texts to increase students’ interest in reading. Based on the results of research conducted by the community service team in the previous year, several different strategies for reading these two types of texts were identified. Therefore, it was considered necessary to disseminate these strategies to the target users, namely junior high school students. Increasing students’ interest in reading beneficial texts is important because reading activities today are increasingly challenged by the presence of digital devices that offer various forms of entertainment, such as games, social media, and other content. During the implementation of the activity, the community service team provided materials on the importance of reading, why students should engage with various types of media, and different types of beneficial reading materials in both digital and printed formats, along with other mentoring activities. By becoming more familiar with reading activities and strategies, it is expected that students will develop greater interest in reading and improve their reading skills.