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Dimas: Jurnal Pemikiran Agama untuk Pemberdayaan
ISSN : 14119188     EISSN : 25029428     DOI : https://doi.org/10.21580/dms
Dimas: Jurnal Pemikiran Agama untuk Pemberdayaan is a social-religious research journal published by Institute for Research and Community Services (LP2M), UIN Walisongo Semarang. The focus of this journal is to disseminate research results based on community services, increasing the capacity of society and community empowerment, and innovations of community empowerment in all districts around Indonesia. This journal covers textual and fieldwork studies on those issues from various fields including law, economy, social, philosophy, history, mysticism, art, theology, and others.
Articles 414 Documents
Social Relations and Religious Law: The Phenomenon of Interfaith Marriage in Cisantana Village, Kuningan Regency, West Java Aishah Khoirunnisa; Nur Nafisa Salsabila; Debagus; Amelia Rahmadani; Alamil Huda; Wisnu Uriawan
Dimas: Jurnal Pemikiran Agama untuk Pemberdayaan Vol. 25 No. 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21580/dms.v25i1.25749

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This study explores the phenomenon of interfaith marriage in Cisantana Village, Kuningan. Regency, from the perspective of social relations and religious law. The research was motivated by increasing cases of interfaith marriage in a multicultural community that upholds strong religious values, often creating tension between belief and social harmony. Using a qualitative–participatory community engagement method with a legal sociology approach, data were collected through interviews, observation, and field documentation. The purpose is to analyze how interfaith marriage affects social interaction and how religious and state laws respond to it. Despite social and legal pressures, the results show that love is the primary motivation behind interfaith marriage. The Cisantana community demonstrates tolerance and adaptability, allowing interfaith families to coexist peacefully. This reflects that religious diversity, supported by inclusive social values, can foster harmony and strengthen social cohesion.
Soft Skills Training to Become Professionals for Students at Samakisast Wittaya School in Sadao, Thailand Mainata, Dedy; Darmawati; Yanti, Dharma; Wibowo, Arista; Siregar, Shamil Hekmatyar
Dimas: Jurnal Pemikiran Agama untuk Pemberdayaan Vol. 25 No. 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21580/dms.v25i1.21506

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This community service program was conducted at Samakisast Wittaya School, Sadao, Thailand, to address the lack of students’ interpersonal readiness for higher education and employment. The activity aimed to strengthen soft skills such as professional demeanor, communication, teamwork, and courteous speech. Using participatory action research integrated with community-based research, service-learning, and asset-based community development, the one-day program engaged sixty students through tutorials and rotating practice stations focusing on appearance, posture, handshake protocol, and polite expressions. The results showed high participation, improved understanding of the importance of soft skills, and observable behavioral enhancement during coached demonstrations. Tangible outputs included behavioral rubrics and photo documentation for continued use. The program concludes that a participatory, low-cost, and asset-based model effectively embeds soft-skills training into school routines and can serve as a foundation for sustained teacher-led reinforcement and future quantitative evaluation.
Bilingualism in Qur'an Learning at TPQ Darussalam Benjor Village, Tumpang District: Sociolinguistic Approach Noer, Riznima Azizah; Moch Rizki Fadlillah; Lola Laula Lutfia Rahma
Dimas: Jurnal Pemikiran Agama untuk Pemberdayaan Vol. 25 No. 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21580/dms.v25i1.20277

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This study aims to analyze the phenomenon of bilingualism in Qur'an learning at TPQ Darussalam, Benjor Village, Tumpang District, Malang Regency. This activity is part of a community service program employing the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) method. This approach focuses on developing the local potential and strengths of the community. Data were collected through observation and documentation of dialogues between student teachers and learners during the learning process. Based on the collected data, five dialogue excerpts were identified, illustrating interactions that occurred during teaching activities. From these data, three main forms of bilingual communication were found, namely language shift, code-switching, and code-mixing. The findings suggest that the use of bilingualism plays a crucial role in fostering effective communication and strengthening social bonds between teachers and students within the context of community-based religious education.
Optimizing the Potential of Nila Fish as a Mulur Village’s Flagship Product through Assistance in Developing Presto Nila for the Women’s Group (PKK) of Mulur Village Made Wedaswari; Ahmad Dzakiyuddin; Windy Rizkaprilisa
Dimas: Jurnal Pemikiran Agama untuk Pemberdayaan Vol. 25 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21580/dms.v25i2.29020

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This community service program was conducted in Mulur Village to utilize its freshwater potential by developing Presto Nila Mulur, a high-value processed fish product. The program targeted the women’s group (PKK) affected by mass layoffs at PT Sritex, aiming to enhance their entrepreneurial capacity. The Participatory Learning and Action (PLA) method was employed to enhance participants' knowledge, technical skills, and business management capabilities through socialization, hands-on training, mentoring, and evaluation. Activities covered fish processing, vacuum packaging, and food safety practices. Quantitative evaluations showed significant progress, with knowledge increasing from 39% to 96%, skills rising from 60% to 94%, and motivation increasing from 40% to 95%. These results confirm the program’s effectiveness in developing both technical competence and entrepreneurial motivation, leading to the successful commercialization of Presto Nila Mulur as a ready to eat local specialty. Future initiatives should focus on expanding market access through digital platforms, retail collaborations, and culinary tourism development.
Local Specialty Product Innovation of Tilapia Fish Nugget “Spirunila” through the Empowerment of Karangtaruna Pemuda Mudi Gabahan (PMG) and Persons with Disabilities in Mulur Village Setyarini, Agung; Widati, Sari; Bumi, Salsabila Amalia Putri; Wicaksana, Fandi Galang; Ramadhan, Sangga Rizki; Safitri, Annisa Nur
Dimas: Jurnal Pemikiran Agama untuk Pemberdayaan Vol. 25 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21580/dms.v25i2.29032

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This community service program responds to the underutilization of tilapia production in Mulur Village, Sukoharjo, where limited product diversification constrains economic growth. The program introduced Spirunila, a fortified tilapia-based product, while empowering the PMG Youth Organization and persons with disabilities through an Inclusive Joint Business Group (KUBA). The Participatory Learning System (PALS) was implemented to deliver capacity-building activities in production technology, entrepreneurship, and digital marketing. Program effectiveness was evaluated using pre- and post-test questionnaires on seven indicators, which were analyzed using a Paired Sample t-Test, N-Gain Score, and Cohen’s d. The results showed statistically significant improvements (p < 0.001), high learning gains (N-Gain category: High), and substantial effect sizes (d > 1.97), demonstrating strong behavioral and capability transformation among partners. Institutional strengthening ensures sustainability through shared production governance and digital market expansion. The findings confirm that inclusive innovation in community-based fish processing can enhance rural economic diversification and reinforce village tourism competitiveness.
Dissemination of Religious Moderation for Students in Strengthening Inclusive Islam at Pesantren of Jekulo Kudus Muhtador, Moh; Shofaussamawati
Dimas: Jurnal Pemikiran Agama untuk Pemberdayaan Vol. 25 No. 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21580/dms.v25i1.23292

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The issue of religious moderation is a government programme aimed at countering narratives, attitudes, and actions of intolerance. However, this programme is not widely disseminated in communities such as Islamic boarding schools. Activities carried out at the Jekulo Kudus Islamic Boarding School aim to empower students to promote religious moderation and tolerance. The aim is to reveal the lack of study of the works of Indonesian scholars in various Islamic boarding schools, while the works of Middle Eastern scholars still dominate. The method used is PAR, which directly involves students in studying the book Risalah Tawhid by Mbah Hasyim Asy'ari and the book Faidhul Rahman by Mbah Shaleh Darat. The findings indicate that students remain unfamiliar with Indonesian scholars, possess minimal knowledge about the moderate teachings of Nusantara scholars, and have a partial understanding of the teachings of religious moderation, both from the ministry and from religious perspectives. This article contributes to illustrating that santri need to be introduced to and taught the works of Nusantara scholars.
Fostering Religious Moderation among Orphans and Disadvantaged Children in Jepara Mundhir; M. Sihabudin; Nika Salma Rachim; Ali Imron
Dimas: Jurnal Pemikiran Agama untuk Pemberdayaan Vol. 25 No. 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21580/dms.v25i1.29255

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Religious moderation needs to be promoted at all levels of society, especially among adolescents, including orphans and the underprivileged. Jepara is one of the cities with a significant number of orphans and the disadvantaged. This study aims to instill the values ​​of Religious Moderation in orphans and the disadvantaged at the Orphan and the Underprivileged Educational Institutions in Jepara. The method employed is the Community-Based Research (CBR) model, utilizing a descriptive approach. The children were provided with participatory mentoring through training that included three stages: understanding the concept, internalizing the values, and implementing Religious Moderation in daily life. This activity was designed to increase participants' awareness and ability to apply attitudes of tolerance, justice, and respect for differences. The results revealed a significant increase in the understanding and practice of the values of Religious Moderation. Before the training, most participants situs toto did not fully understand this concept; however, after the mentoring, they exhibited positive changes in their social and religious behavior.
Strengthening Family Roles Through Islamic Educational Strategies to Promote Halal Lifestyle Among Muslim Minority Youth in Vietnam Warsiyah; Irfan, Agus; Nugroho, Agung; Nur Fa'izin, Safa'ah; Thi Safinah
Dimas: Jurnal Pemikiran Agama untuk Pemberdayaan Vol. 25 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21580/dms.v25i2.29078

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Muslim minority families in Vietnam face limited access to structured Islamic education and halal literacy resources, leading to challenges in strengthening halal lifestyle awareness among adolescents. Responding to this issue, this community engagement program was conducted in August 2025 at Thánh đường Hồi Giáo Dầu Tiếng, Ho Chi Minh City, involving 10 Muslim families. The program employed a participatory family empowerment model, utilizing a combination of online assessments, offline workshops, and hybrid mentoring and evaluation. Vietnamese students from Universitas Wahid Hasyim supported the on-site implementation, while practitioners from Indonesia provided guidance online. Over one month of staggered activities, families participated in halal literacy education, Prophetic parenting training, and the development of a Halal Lifestyle Family Plan (HLFP). The results show increased parental awareness of halal values, improved family communication, and observable behavioral changes among adolescents in consumption habits, digital media use, and Islamic identity confidence. This program demonstrates that a culturally responsive, hybrid, and family-centered Islamic educational strategy can effectively strengthen halal lifestyle practices within Muslim minority contexts.
Empowering Schools to Integrate Climate Change Education into Their Curriculum M. Amin; Hanik Yuni Alfiyah; Febriarsita Eka Sasmita; Arifin, She Fira Azka
Dimas: Jurnal Pemikiran Agama untuk Pemberdayaan Vol. 25 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21580/dms.v25i2.29165

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The Education Quality Improvement Consortium in schools conducted mentoring in Malang Regency to enhance teachers’ and students’ awareness and understanding of integrating climate change content into the learning curriculum. The program aimed to strengthen participants’ capacity not only to comprehend climate issues but also to take responsible environmental action. Mentoring was implemented through a training-based approach covering planning, implementation, simulation, and evaluation. Activities included developing training modules, conducting module simulations, and administering post-training assessments. Results showed that participants successfully produced training modules, carried out simulations effectively, and achieved strong post-test scores. Participants’ understanding of climate change reached an average of 91%, indicating solid conceptual mastery. Additionally, participants demonstrated high skills in integrating climate-related content into their learning plans, with an average score of 96%. Overall, the mentoring program proved effective in enhancing both conceptual mastery and curriculum-integration skills related to climate change education.
Integration of Smart Rainwater Harvesting and Islamic Ecological Ethics: IoT-Based Community Empowerment in a Coastal Area of Demak Putri Hapsari, Jenny; Karmilah, Mila; Madrah, Muna Yastuti; Setiawan, Candra; Naufal, Zaky; Lailatul Fitriyah, Anis; Nurchasanah, Jeni; Ilma Mustafidah, Dewi; Najib Mafaza, Ahmad; Kukuh Agusta, Andi
Dimas: Jurnal Pemikiran Agama untuk Pemberdayaan Vol. 25 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21580/dms.v25i2.29198

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The northern coastal area of Demak, particularly Timbulsloko Hamlet, faces a severe clean water crisis due to tidal flooding, seawater intrusion, and land subsidence. Conventional rainwater harvesting (RWH) efforts initiated by local residents have been unable to sustainably meet household needs because of limited capacity and the absence of adequate filtration systems. This community service program aims to develop an IoT-based Smart Rainwater Harvesting (Smart-RWH) system as an adaptive, affordable, and community-driven solution. The implementation methods included community outreach, training on RWH management and maintenance, installation of a Smart-RWH system equipped with water quality sensors, and trial use of a simple Android-based monitoring application. The results indicate the successful installation of a 6,000-litre Smart-RWH unit with pH and volume sensors, the development of an operational manual, and improved community capacity in managing clean water using technology. The implications extend beyond increased access to safe water, as the program also strengthens socio-ecological resilience through local institutional empowerment and collective action. The Smart-RWH model offers significant potential for replication in other coastal areas facing similar challenges.