Bulletin of Social Studies and Community Development
Bulletin of Social Studies and Community Development (BSSCD) is an open-access journal that publishes high-quality scholarly works across the broad spectrum of social sciences, humanities, and community development. The journal serves as a comprehensive platform for researchers, educators, practitioners, and policymakers to share knowledge, experiences, and innovations that contribute to social understanding, sustainable development, and community empowerment. The scope of the journal comprehensively covers, but is not limited to, the following core areas: • Social and Political Sciences: Sociology, political science, public administration, international relations, governance, and public policy. • Law and Society: Legal studies, human rights, social justice, and the intersection of law, policy, and societal development. • Humanities and Cultural Studies: Anthropology, history, linguistics, literature, arts, cultural identity, and multiculturalism. • Education and Pedagogy: Social issues in educational practice and educational policies,. • Economics and Business: Applied economics, management, business studies, social entrepreneurship, and sustainable economic development. • Community Development and Empowerment: Rural and urban development, poverty alleviation, social welfare, participatory approaches, and applied community engagement practices. • Contemporary Social Issues: Gender studies, youth, marginalized communities, and environmental issues within social contexts. The journal accepts various types of manuscripts, including original research articles, theoretical or conceptual papers, literature reviews, case studies, reports on community service and engagement activities, as well as policy analysis and practice-based articles. Contributions are expected to demonstrate originality, relevance, and a significant impact on advancing knowledge and practice in social studies and community development.
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<![CDATA[Japan’s Geoeconomic Strategy to Secure the Supply of Rare Earth Elements ]]>
<![CDATA[Yusuf Adi Nugroho]]>;
<![CDATA[Primadiana Yunita]]>
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DOI: 10.61436/bsscd/v5i3.pp327-344
<![CDATA[The global energy transition has shifted the strategic dependence of industrialized countries away from fossil fuels toward critical minerals, particularly rare earth elements (REE). Japan, the world's largest REE importer, faces a dilemma because China dominates global REE processing, controlling more than 92% of capacity. This study analyzes how Japan secured its REE supply through geoeconomic policy during 2018-2025, using Blackwill and Harris's (2016) framework of seven geoeconomic instruments. The method employed was qualitative descriptive, with a single case study design and document analysis as the primary data collection technique. The findings show that only the investment policy instrument is explicitly documented during the period studied. This investment policy has been carried out through the state institution Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security (JOGMEC) across three projects: Lynas Rare Earths (Australia), the Lofdal Project (Namibia), and Caremag SAS (France). This study also finds that Japan's investment model is a variant in which the state converts financial capital into contractual claims over strategic supply to manage structural dependence, rather than using it to project power over the recipient country. In addition, Japan's investment policy provides REE supply-chain options outside China's capacity.Keywords: Geoeconomics, Rare earth elements, Investment policy, JOGMEC, Japan]]>
<![CDATA[The Role of Babinsa in Empowering Farmer Households Towards Food Security ]]>
<![CDATA[Sahrul Seftian]]>;
<![CDATA[Ahmad Choibar Tridakusumah]]>;
<![CDATA[Iwan Setiawan]]>
<![CDATA[ Bulletin of Social Studies and Community Development Vol 5, No 3 (2026): Bulletin of Social Studies and Community Development ]]>
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DOI: 10.61436/bsscd/v5i3.pp242-252
<![CDATA[The food security of farmer households in peri-urban areas faces complex challenges such as land conversion and fragmentation, limited capital, and the limited number of civilian Field Agricultural Extension Workers (PPL). In the midst of this vulnerability, the Village Supervisory Officer (Babinsa) serves to strengthen territorial security and to be a companion in local agricultural governance. This study aims to analyze the dimensions of Babinsa's role in empowering farmers, examine the conditions for farmer household empowerment, and evaluate the actual contribution of this military-civilian territorial collaboration to strengthening food security in Ciparay District, Bandung Regency. This study uses a qualitative approach with an exploratory case study method. Data collection was carried out through in-depth interviews with 52 informants (including Babinsa, civil PPL, village government, farmer group administrators, and farmer households), field observations, and interactive thematic analysis using NVivo. The results of the study show that Babinsa plays a multidimensional role that goes beyond conventional military functions, namely as a persuasive motivator, conflict mediator (especially irrigation water disputes), network facilitator (Double Pentahelix), and guardian of the distribution lines of production facilities. This integrated assistance has increased the average productivity of Milled Dry Grain (GKG) from 4.35 Tons/Ha to 5.85 Tons/Ha and maintained stable local grain prices at the farmer level. Farmers' empowerment was achieved in both the cognitive (78.00%) and psychological (65.00%) dimensions, but still experienced limitations in the material (45.00%) and structural (42.00%) dimensions due to land ownership status. This study concludes that the role of Babinsa is significant as an institutional bridge that transforms regional development by increasing farmers' adaptive capacity to maintain production stability and access to sustainable household food. Keywords: Babinsa, Collaborative governance, Farmer empowerment, Food security, Pentahelix]]>
<![CDATA[Public Service Mall as Local Governance Innovation in a Frontier Region: Evidence From the First One-Stop Shop in Papua, Indonesia ]]>
<![CDATA[Yakobus Richard Murafer]]>;
<![CDATA[Terianus Luther Safkaur]]>;
<![CDATA[Eduard Metusala Johanis Kocu]]>;
<![CDATA[Jackson Yumame]]>;
<![CDATA[Melpayanty Sinaga]]>;
<![CDATA[Ivana de Jesus]]>
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DOI: 10.61436/bsscd/v5i3.pp268-287
<![CDATA[The distribution of Indonesia's Public Service Mall (Mal Pelayanan Publik, MPP) has been found to be uneven, with a higher concentration of these facilities observed in the more affluent western regions of the country. This study examines the Jayapura City MPP, inaugurated in May 2023 as the first MPP in the Land of Papua, and asks how the innovation was constituted, how the participation of its twenty-one institutions is formally designed, and what sustains and constrains it. A qualitative instrumental single-case design is utilized, drawing on nine core policy documents for 2022–2024 and national statistics to 2025. The corpus, which consists of regulatory instruments rather than accounts given by actors, is analyzed as institutional design analysis confined to rules in form. Constructs presupposing access to actors are excluded rather than inferred. The documentation reveals that approximately one hundred services have been consolidated in one location, but it appears this was achieved through co-location rather than integration. There is an absence of inter-agency data interoperability, and the one independent field study reports its absence in practice. The deficit is clearly defined in the rules as they are written. It is evident that a mayoral regulation lacks the authority to impose binding obligations on the four central vertical agencies that provide essential services to citizens. Furthermore, the existing cooperation agreements conspicuously fail to stipulate enforceable service standards, sanctions, dispute mechanisms, or review schedules. Consequently, participation depends on ongoing consent. A pre-specified search did not yield a published measurement of performance; relative advantage is asserted by adopters and measured privately, if at all, and no claim is made that citizens have obtained it. The hypothesis is that continuity is contingent on documented executive sponsorship and central supervision, rather than fiscal capacity. This proposition is advanced for comparative testing. The study posits that legal consolidation, asset tenure, digitalization, and the publication of performance data should be given due consideration.Keywords: Public service mall, One-stop shop, Governance innovation, Institutional design, Papua.]]>
<![CDATA[Carbon Accounting and Corporate Sustainability: Evidence from Jakarta Islamic Index ]]>
<![CDATA[Siti Rokhaniyah]]>;
<![CDATA[Siti Afidatul Khotijah]]>;
<![CDATA[Herlina Manurung]]>;
<![CDATA[Nabilla Nur Hidayah]]>;
<![CDATA[Winda Erlan Yulifah]]>
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DOI: 10.61436/bsscd/v5i3.pp288-297
<![CDATA[This study analyzes the influence of carbon accounting on corporate sustainability and its dimensions (economic, social, environmental). The analysis uses a quantitative approach with descriptive statistics, classical assumption tests, and multiple linear regression analysis. The population consists of companies listed in the Jakarta Islamic Index (JII) from 2017 to 2025. The sample was selected using purposive sampling, with the criteria of consistent JII listing during the research period and data availability. Nine companies met the criteria. The results show that carbon accounting positively affects corporate sustainability and all its dimensions. These findings show that implementing carbon accounting not only measures and discloses carbon emissions but also encourages companies to integrate sustainability into decision-making, creating economic value while enhancing social responsibility and environmental management. Descriptive statistics show that companies prioritize economic dimensions over social and environmental dimensions. This indicates that sustainability practices are still dominated by financial value creation, while commitment to social and environmental aspects has not received balanced attention. From the perspective of Sharia Enterprise Theory (SET), these findings show that carbon accounting reflects the concept of trust through vertical accountability to God and horizontal accountability to society and the environment. The practical implication is that companies, especially large-scale ones, need to integrate environmental management into their business strategies. It can support a balance between economic, social, and environmental performance and strengthen corporate sustainability. Theoretically, the study reinforces the literature on the importance of carbon emissions disclosure as a key driver of sustainability in the Sharia capital market and provides empirical evidence of the industrial sector's important role in mitigating ESG risks. This is relevant to SDG 12. Keywords: Corporate sustainability, Economic dimension, Social dimension, Environmental dimension; Sharia Enterprise Theory]]>
<![CDATA[Empowering Rural Literacy: Cross-Sector Collaboration and the Sustainability of Community Libraries in Lombok, Indonesia ]]>
<![CDATA[Sriyono Sriyono]]>;
<![CDATA[M. Zaenul Muttaqin]]>;
<![CDATA[Rohim Rohim]]>;
<![CDATA[Sukron Makmun]]>
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DOI: 10.61436/bsscd/v5i3.pp298-311
<![CDATA[Community libraries are a form of non-formal education that has emerged in various regions of Lombok Island in response to the community's low reading interest, particularly in rural areas. This study aims to describe the conditions and challenges faced by library communities on Lombok Island and analyze their role in improving the local community's literacy culture. The study employed a qualitative descriptive approach involving a systematic literature review, in which academic literature and credible internet sources were identified, screened, and assessed following the PRISMA protocol, and then analyzed through document analysis. The results show that community reading parks are spread across West Lombok, Central Lombok, North Lombok, and East Lombok, with various establishment paths, ranging from village youth initiatives to collaborations with non-governmental organizations and the government. Most reading parks face similar challenges, namely manager cadre development, limited book collections, and uneven government support across regions. On the other hand, community libraries serve as cross-community meeting spaces, driving collaborative literacy activities and preserving local traditions, with networks such as the Lontar Foundation and Lombok Pintar connecting existing reading parks and new communities in various districts. Research concludes that community libraries play a strategic yet fragile role in strengthening local literacy culture; consequently, capacity building for managers, equitable government support, and expanded cross-sector collaboration are key determinants of sustainability. Keywords: Community library, Community Reading Park, Literacy culture, Literature study.]]>
<![CDATA[Evaluation of Implementing Community-Based Waste Management Policies in Semi-Urban Areas ]]>
<![CDATA[Ismawati Septiningsih]]>;
<![CDATA[Itok Dwi Kurniawan]]>;
<![CDATA[Muhammad Hendri Nuryadi]]>;
<![CDATA[Wahyu Noviansyah]]>;
<![CDATA[Fitri Handayani]]>;
<![CDATA[Jose Gama Santos]]>
<![CDATA[ Bulletin of Social Studies and Community Development Vol 5, No 3 (2026): Bulletin of Social Studies and Community Development ]]>
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DOI: 10.61436/bsscd/v5i3.pp396-410
<![CDATA[Waste management in semi-urban areas faces serious challenges, including increasing waste accumulation. Meanwhile, low community participation in supporting government programs poses a significant obstacle. Waste management laws and presidential regulations emphasize the importance of community-based waste management. This study aims to analyze the normative effectiveness of community-based waste management policies and formulate strategies to enhance their effectiveness in semi-urban areas. This study used a normative legal methodology and a descriptive-analytical approach through a literature review, applying Van Meter and Van Horn’s policy implementation model. The results show that community-based waste management policies have been implemented, but their effectiveness varies across implementation indicators. In these waste management policies, the community should be the primary element treated as the subject, not merely the object, of the policy. Therefore, in efforts to improve the effectiveness of community-based waste management policies, policy communication and public education play a key role. This study concludes that improving the effectiveness of waste management policies requires resource support, support from relevant institutions, capacity building for local governments, and collaboration among stakeholders. Keywords: Effectiveness, Community participation, Waste management.]]>
<![CDATA[The Dark Side of Governance in Developing Countries: Mapping Multidimensional Governance ]]>
<![CDATA[Syahril Syahril]]>;
<![CDATA[Eko Priyo Purnomo]]>;
<![CDATA[Mohammad Eisa Ruhullah]]>;
<![CDATA[Rahmawati Husein]]>;
<![CDATA[Tiara Khairunnisa]]>
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DOI: 10.61436/bsscd/v5i3.pp411-432
<![CDATA[This study maps the intellectual landscape of research on the dark side of governance in developing countries by examining its evolution, thematic structure, and emerging research directions. A bibliometric analysis was conducted on 256 Scopus-indexed articles published between 2016 and 2026. Bibliographic data were analyzed using Bibliometrix through the Biblioshiny interface in R, covering publication trends, relevant sources, authorship and institutional productivity, geographical distribution, keyword co-occurrence, and thematic mapping. The findings reveal substantial growth in research on the dark side of governance, particularly in recent years, and identify four interconnected thematic clusters: governance, institutions, and development; corruption, accountability, and governance failure; digital governance and transparency reform; and socioeconomic consequences of governance dysfunction. Although corruption remains a prominent theme, its growing links to institutional quality, accountability, digital transformation, and development suggest a broader conceptualization of governance dysfunction. The study concludes that the dark side of governance is increasingly understood as a multidimensional phenomenon encompassing institutional, political, technological, and socioeconomic dimensions. This perspective broadens the conventional good governance approach by highlighting institutional weaknesses, accountability failures, digital risks, and the interaction between formal and informal institutions, while providing a foundation for future research on governance dysfunction in developing countries.Keywords: Dark side of governance, Governance dysfunction, Institutional theory, Developing countries.]]>
<![CDATA[Analysis of Urban Planning Policies Towards Sustainable Development and Ecological Justice in Konawe Regency ]]>
<![CDATA[Nastia Nastia]]>;
<![CDATA[Narwati Narwati]]>;
<![CDATA[Rajab Rajab]]>
<![CDATA[ Bulletin of Social Studies and Community Development Vol 5, No 3 (2026): Bulletin of Social Studies and Community Development ]]>
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DOI: 10.61436/bsscd/v5i3.pp433-447
<![CDATA[Urban planning in Konawe Regency faces challenges, including regional development disparities, environmental pressures, and the suboptimal integration of sustainability and ecological justice principles into local policies. This study analyzes urban planning policies in promoting sustainable development and the equitable distribution of environmental benefits to the community. It is academically significant because it expands the discourse on the relationship between urban governance, sustainability, and ecological justice in developing regions, and it is practically relevant for local governments in formulating inclusive spatial policies. The method employed is a descriptive qualitative approach through policy and regulatory analysis and a review of literature related to regional planning. The findings indicate that planning policies in Konawe Regency accommodate economic growth and infrastructure provision but remain weak in controlling land-use conversion, ensuring equitable access to green public spaces, protecting vulnerable areas, and promoting community participation in decision-making. This research concludes that integrating ecological justice principles into urban planning is a strategic necessity to bridge the literature gap on environmentally based regional development. Practical implications include reformulating spatial planning policies, strengthening cross-sectoral coordination, and developing mechanisms for public participation. Keywords: Urban planning, Policies, Sustainability development, Ecological justice.]]>
<![CDATA[The Impact of Fintech on Customer Preferences and Banking Service Choice Decisions ]]>
<![CDATA[Tyahya Whisnu Hendratni]]>;
<![CDATA[Irma Sari Permata]]>;
<![CDATA[Mulyadi Mulyadi]]>;
<![CDATA[Baim Daniel Musyafa]]>;
<![CDATA[Ismail Jamil]]>;
<![CDATA[Alifah Andara Putri]]>
<![CDATA[ Bulletin of Social Studies and Community Development Vol 5, No 3 (2026): Bulletin of Social Studies and Community Development ]]>
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DOI: 10.61436/bsscd/v5i3.pp345-361
<![CDATA[The development of financial technology (fintech) has transformed how people access and use financial services and has become an increasingly important factor in shaping customer preferences and banking service selection decisions. This study analyzes the effect of fintech on customer preferences and banking service selection decisions. This study used a quantitative approach based on a survey of 247 respondents in DKI Jakarta and Central Java. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, validity and reliability tests, classical assumption tests, simple linear regression analysis, t-tests, and the coefficient of determination (R²). Cross-tabulation (Crosstab) analysis was also employed to describe the distribution of banking service choices based on respondents’ characteristics. The results indicate that fintech has a positive and significant effect on customer preferences and banking service selection decisions. Convenience, efficiency, security, accessibility, and the perceived benefits of fintech use are key factors shaping individuals’ evaluations and choices of banking services. However, both models' explanatory power remains limited, indicating that factors beyond fintech account for a substantial share of the variation in customer preferences and banking service selection decisions. This study confirms that fintech represents one relevant dimension in individuals’ financial decision-making, but it does not fully explain the complexity of customer preferences and banking service selection decisions. Therefore, future research should consider additional financial, behavioral, service quality, and institutional factors to better understand customer behavior in an increasingly digitalized financial environment. Keywords: Financial technology, Customer preference, Banking choice decision.]]>
<![CDATA[Navigating Spousal Support and Work–Family Conflict: A Qualitative Dyadic Study of Female Entrepreneurs and Their Spouses ]]>
<![CDATA[Puti Archianti Widiasih]]>;
<![CDATA[Alvin Eryandra]]>;
<![CDATA[Isra Mega Oktavia]]>
<![CDATA[ Bulletin of Social Studies and Community Development Vol 5, No 4 (2026): Bulletin of Social Studies and Community Development ]]>
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DOI: 10.61436/bsscd/v5i4.pp448-470
<![CDATA[This study explores work–family conflict crossover and the meaning of spousal support among female entrepreneurs and their husbands as dyadic units. A qualitative exploratory design was employed involving six married couples, comprising six female entrepreneurs and their husbands. Data were collected through separate semi-structured interviews with each spouse, followed by joint confirmation sessions. Reflexive thematic analysis and a dyadic framework method were used to compare individual and within-couple narratives. Four themes were identified: work–family conflict evolved from women’s individual burdens into shared experiences, spousal support functioned as both a resource and a constraint on business growth, dyadic coping involved role redistribution, emotional regulation, communication, and boundary management, and entrepreneurial success was negotiated through shared family values. Spousal support varied along a continuum comprising facilitative, adaptive, authority-centered, and restrictive patterns, reflecting differences in needs alignment, decision-making authority, and entrepreneurial autonomy. Work–family conflict, spousal support, and entrepreneurial success should be understood as relational processes that couples continuously negotiate. The findings extend the spillover–crossover perspective by identifying spousal support as a relational continuum that can simultaneously facilitate entrepreneurial activity and constrain professional autonomy. Keywords: Female entrepreneurs, Work–family conflict, Spousal support, Crossover, Dyadic analysis.]]>
