Indonesian Collaboration Journal of Community Services (ICJCS)

PEMBERDAYAAN MASYARAKAT DESA DALAM MENDUKUNG KEMANDIRIAN PERTANIAN MELALUI RUMAH BIBIT HORTIKULTURA

2026-05-29T02:42:46+00:00

Village agricultural independence is an important factor in supporting food security and improving community welfare. However, limited access to superior seeds and a lack of knowledge in nursery techniques remain major obstacles faced by farmers at the village level. This community service activity aims to empower village communities to support agricultural independence through the construction and utilization of horticultural seed houses. This program was implemented by KKN-T students from Class 46 of the Indonesian Christian University of Toraja in Tambunan Village, North Makale District, using a participatory approach that directly involved the community, from the planning stage, through the construction of the seed house, to training in proper nursery techniques. The seed house functions as a production center for quality horticultural seeds, such as vegetables and food crops, which can be used sustainably by the community. The results of the activity showed an increase in community knowledge and skills in nursery management, as well as an increase in the availability of superior seeds independently. In addition, this program also encouraged the formation of community working groups that play a role in the sustainable management of the seed house. Thus, this activity is expected to strengthen village agricultural independence and become a model of community empowerment that can be replicated in other areas

EDUKASI RESILIENSI DIRI DAN MANAJEMEN STRES: MENYIAPKAN MENTAL CALON TENAGA KERJA VOKASI DI SMK YPWKS CILEGON

2026-05-29T02:42:49+00:00

Massive industrialization in the Cilegon region demands vocational high school (SMK) graduates who are not only mechanically proficient but also psychologically resilient. Transition shock is a prevalent phenomenon among vocational graduates due to the structural disparity between high job demands in the heavy industry sector and low personal resources. This Community Service (PkM) program aims to enhance work readiness by strengthening self-resilience and stress management among 12th-grade students at SMK YPWKS Cilegon prior to entering the Industrial Work Practice phase and professional recruitment. The intervention utilized a Blended Method approach, integrating Interactive Lectures as cognitive transmission agents and role-play-based Focus Group Discussions (FGD) as affective incubation agents. Effectiveness was evaluated through a quantitative pre-test and post-test design involving 40 participants from technical and administrative vocational programs. Empirical data analysis revealed significant improvements: cognitive understanding of stress literacy surged from an average score of 59.5 to 74.3; practical coping mechanism skills increased from 46.2% to 86.3%; and psychological well-being escalated from 91.00 to 107.63. This approach effectively reduced destructive anxiety and transformed mental vulnerability into adaptive resilience. The urgency of resilience is universal, relevant for both field workers and administrative staff. It is recommended that this psychoeducational module be integrated into the vocational counseling curriculum as an upstream Talent Pipeline Management instrument.

PKM PENGENALAN PENGELOLAAN SDM SISWA SMK YPW KRAKATAU STEEL CILEGON: MEMBANGUN KOMPETENSI SOFT SKILLS TEAMWORK DAN TIME MANAGEMENT MENUJU DAYA SAING INDUSTRI

2026-05-29T02:42:56+00:00

This Community Service Program was conducted at SMK YPWKS Cilegon with the aim of improving students’ understanding of personal human resource management, teamwork, and time management as essential soft skills required in the industrial world. The main problem identified among students was the low awareness of the importance of coordination, discipline, and collaboration in completing tasks, which often led to inefficiency in group-based learning activities. To address this issue, the program was implemented using an interactive and participatory approach, including interactive lectures, workshops, group discussions, and simulation-based learning through a building tower activity using simple materials such as straws and tape. The results of the activity showed a significant improvement in students’ awareness and understanding of teamwork dynamics, role distribution, communication, and time management. Students also experienced a shift in perspective, realizing that successful task completion is not only determined by individual ability but also by effective team coordination. This program successfully bridged the gap between theoretical learning in school and the practical demands of the industrial world. Therefore, simulation-based learning combined with soft skills training is considered an effective method to enhance vocational students’ readiness for future workforce challenges.

PENINGKATAN LITERASI KEUANGAN BAGI GENERASI MUDA MELALUI PEMBELAJARAN MANAJEMEN KEUANGAN DASAR PADA PONDOK PESANTREN MODERN KULLIYYATUL AL-NAASYIIN AL-ISLAMIYYAH (KULNI)

2026-05-29T02:42:59+00:00

Financial literacy and understanding of basic financial management are crucial competencies for the younger generation to prepare for a better and more independent financial future. However, many students in Islamic boarding schools still have limited understanding in managing personal finances, such as budgeting, recording income and expenses, and distinguishing between needs and wants. This Community Service Program (PKM) aims to provide socialization and education regarding the importance of financial literacy and the application of basic financial management for the younger generation. Through an approach based on interactive lectures, discussions, simple case studies, and simulations of allowance management, this program helps participants understand the basic principles of financial management, cultivate saving awareness, and develop wise and responsible financial behavior.The Community Service Program (PKM) was conducted on April 17, 2026, at the Kulliyyatul Al-Naasyiin Al-Islamiyyah (KULNI) Modern Islamic Boarding School. The methods used in this program included counseling, interactive workshops, and practical exercises in simple budgeting and financial recording. Evaluation through pre-tests and post-tests, as well as observation of participant engagement, was carried out to measure the improvement in participants' understanding and changes in financial behavior. The expected outcomes are an increase in students' awareness and skills in managing their finances in a planned and responsible manner, thereby fostering healthy financial habits from an early age and preparing them to become financially independent individuals in the future

PENGUATAN PERSAUDARAAN DAN KERJA SAMA MAHASISWA BERBASIS NILAI SATU ARAH MELALUI MAKRAB IMKA UNIVERSITAS KATOLIK SANTO THOMAS MEDAN

2026-05-29T02:43:43+00:00

Through the Malam Keakraban (MAKRAB) program, which centers on the “Satu Arah” value within the Karo Students Association (IMKA) at Santo Thomas Catholic University Medan, the aim of this community service activity is to enhance brotherhood and collaboration among university students. The activity involved 45 students and took place in November 2025 at the Ojolali Natural Bathing Site in Namorambe District, Medan, North Sumatra. Lectures, group discussions, and question-and-answer sessions were the techniques employed. The results of the activity showed that participants understood the “Satu Arah” value as unity of vision and harmony of steps. They were also able to develop practical ideas for strengthening organizational connections, improving academic achievement, and preserving Karo culture. The activity concluded with a collective commitment to contribute more actively to the organization. In short, MAKRAB based on the “Satu Arah” value effectively fosters collaboration and brotherhood among IMKA students at Santo Thomas Catholic University Medan.

PENINGKATAN LITERASI DAN ADOPSI KEUANGAN DIGITAL BERBASIS QRIS MELALUI ANALISIS PELUANG DAN TANTANGAN PADA UMKM KERUPUK MARTABAK DESA KASEMEN KOTA SERANG

2026-06-11T12:52:24+00:00

The low level of digital financial literacy among owners of the Kerupuk Martabak business in Kampung Bobojong, Serang City, most of whom have not adopted non-cash transactions despite owning smartphones, served as the starting point for this community service activity. The activity aimed to improve insight, explore opportunities, and map the challenges of QRIS adoption from the perspective of MSME financial management. The implementation method used a learning by doing approach through the stages of preparation, education, demonstration, and simulation, with a descriptive evaluation involving 18 participants consisting of business owners and local residents interested in starting their own businesses. The results showed an improvement in the partners' digital financial literacy in three aspects: the use of QRIS to monitor cash flow, awareness of separating business finances, and mitigation of digital transaction security risks such as fake QRIS schemes. This activity also identified three main challenges in the field, namely technical, cognitive, and regulatory constraints. The limitation of this activity lies in the evaluation which remained descriptive without pre-test and post-test. Nevertheless, the training succeeded in fostering the partners' initial awareness while also producing a recommendation on the need to integrate financial literacy programs with capital assistance through KUR, business legality (halal certification and BPOM), and comprehensive digital marketing.

PEMBERDAYAAN PEREMPUAN MELALUI PEMANFAATAN PEKARANGAN MENGGUNAKAN LIMBAH DAPUR SEBAGAI PUPUK ORGANIK DI JEMAAT RANTE TAGARI KLASIS TALLUNGLIPU

2026-06-14T07:52:29+00:00

Household organic waste remains an environmental challenge that has not been optimally managed by many communities. At the same time, home yards possess significant potential to support household food security when utilized productively. This community service program aimed to enhance community knowledge and skills in processing kitchen waste into liquid organic fertilizer and optimizing home yard utilization for vegetable cultivation. The target participants were 302 members of the Women's Fellowship of Toraja Church (Persekutuan Wanita Gereja Toraja/PWGT) at Rante Tagari Congregation, Tallunglipu Classis. This group was selected because of its strategic role in household management, including food preparation, kitchen waste management, and home yard utilization. The program was conducted over a three-month period through observation, socialization, training, demonstration, mentoring, and evaluation activities. The results indicated an improvement in participants' knowledge and skills in producing liquid organic fertilizer from household kitchen waste. Participants were able to independently produce and apply organic fertilizer to vegetables cultivated in their home yards. During the mentoring period, various vegetables, including mustard greens, spinach, kale, tomatoes, eggplants, and chili peppers, showed good growth and were utilized for household consumption. In addition to improving yard productivity, the program encouraged positive behavioral changes in household waste management, reduced dependence on inorganic fertilizers, and increased environmental awareness. The findings demonstrate that women's empowerment through the utilization of kitchen waste and home yards can contribute to household food security while promoting a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable environment.

PENDAMPINGAN PENGGUNAAN APLIKASI CORETAX UNTUK MENINGKATKAN LITERASI PERPAJAKAN BAGI PELAKU UMKM DI KOTA SERANG

2026-06-17T16:32:47+00:00

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) play a strategic role in regional economic growth and employment creation. However, many MSME actors still face limitations in understanding tax regulations and utilizing digital tax administration services. The implementation of the Core Tax Administration System (Coretax) by the Directorate General of Taxes requires taxpayers, including MSME actors, to adapt to digital-based tax services. This Community Service Program aimed to improve tax literacy among MSME actors in Serang City through assistance in using the Coretax application. The program was conducted for one month in January 2026 using participatory and educational approaches through socialization, tax education, direct demonstrations, practical training, and technical assistance. A total of 30 MSME actors participated in the activities. The results indicated a significant improvement in participants' understanding and skills in using Coretax. Understanding of Coretax functions increased from 36.67% to 86.67%, while understanding of digital tax reporting increased from 26.67% to 80.00%. Participants were also able to perform account activation, create billing codes, manage tax profiles, and conduct digital tax reporting independently. Therefore, the mentoring program effectively improved tax literacy and supported the acceleration of digital transformation in tax administration among MSME actors in Serang City.

PEMBERDAYAAN UMKM MELALUI PEMANFAATAN E-COMMERCE DAN TEKNOLOGI TEPAT GUNA BERBASIS KEBUTUHAN LOKAL UNTUK MENINGKATKAN PEREKONOMIAN

2026-06-24T18:00:11+00:00

Cibuah Village has significant MSME potential; however, it still faces challenges in digital marketing and production efficiency. The bamboo handicraft MSME relies on conventional marketing methods, while the banana chips MSME faces issues related to high oil content in its products. This community service program aimed to improve the economic performance of MSMEs through the utilization of e-commerce and appropriate technology based on local needs. The method employed was Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA), consisting of observation, problem identification, e-commerce website implementation, development of a simple oil spinner, seminars, and evaluation. The results showed a 60% increase in e-commerce product visits, a 30–35% increase in MSME income, a reduction in oil-draining time from 15 minutes to 7 minutes, improved product quality, and a 43.43% increase in participants’ understanding. The program successfully enhanced the productivity and competitiveness of MSMEs in Cibuah Village.

PELATIHAN PEMBUATAN MEDIA BERBASIS KEARIFAN LOKAL UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KREATIVITAS PESERTA DIDIK SMP NEGERI 3 KABUH JOMBANG

2026-06-28T04:21:28+00:00

The basic challenge facing the world of education today is the widespread use of modern learning media that tends to be uniform and overlooks the characteristics of the surrounding environment. The impact is that students feel alienated from their own culture. In fact, learning will only be meaningful if it is contextual by connecting students to social reality and the potential of the area where they live. Therefore, incorporating elements of local wisdom into learning media and teaching materials not only makes it easier to understand the material, but is also effective in sparking students' imagination and curiosity in a deeper way. Based on interviews with partner teachers and observations in May 2026, the learning process at the school is still dominated by conventional approaches that rely on formal textbooks and monotonous static visual media. This happens in social studies lessons for 7th-grade students on the topic of sustainable development. As a result, students seem less enthusiastic and passive during social studies lessons when the topic of sustainable development is taught, because the material is often considered boring due to the scope of the subject being too broad, so students can only guess how sustainable development is implemented in Indonesia. Responding to the urgency and various issues mentioned above, it is necessary to conduct a 'Training on creating media based on local wisdom to enhance the creativity of 7th-grade students at SMP Negeri 3 Kabuh, Jombang'. The implementation method of this program uses a persuasive, participatory, and experimental approach, divided into three systematic stages: preparation, implementation (training), and evaluation, which is measured using a Student Creativity Observation Sheet instrument covering aspects of fluency of thinking, flexibility, and originality of ideas. The results of the activities showed that using media based on local wisdom effectively made the learning atmosphere more lively and contextual. The final assessment places the student groups in the Creative to Very Creative category, where students are able to come up with ideas for using environmentally friendly natural materials, independently vary weaving techniques, and produce unique character visualizations