Al-arkhabiil: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat
AL-ARKHABIIL: Journal of Community Service Online ISSN : 2830-2656 Print ISSN : 2809-5006 AL-ARKHABIIL is a form of the Earth's surface that symbolizes any closely adjacent group of islands. This word originates from the Greek: αρχιπέλαγος, αρχιπέλαγος, which is the historical name of the Aegean Sea. It is believed that the name was derived from that particular sea because it is filled with contiguous islands, and the largest archipelago in the world is the Indonesian archipelago. With that name, it is hoped that STAI as-sunnah can be useful for people throughout Indonesia AL-ARKHABIIL: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat is a journal managed by the P3M STAI AS-SUNNAH. Publish articles on community service activities in the fields of education, social, human resource development, law, religion, environmental and developmental issues. The journal strives to place Islam and Islamic traditions as the main focus of community service. AL-ARKHABIIL: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat starting in 2021 Four times a year, August, December and April. Published articles can be downloaded for free, read and distributed as references for the next article. Paper is submitted online by registering first on this website or can be sent via email to p3m@assunnah.ac.id. Download the Template here and the Author Guideline here and submit the article along with the statement letter
Cross-national Philanthropic Collaboration in The ‘Tebar Qurban 1447 H’ Program
At grassroots level, the Qurban ritual is often limited to a seasonal charitable activity that has yet to address the aspect of empowerment; consequently, a management model is required that can transform it into a means of strengthening the community. The Tebar Qurban 1447 H program is a community service initiative resulting from the collaboration of three cross-national institutions, namely STAI As-Sunnah Deli Serdang, the Arrisalah Humanitarian Care Foundation (Indonesia), and the Bayaan Association (Singapore). This article aims to analyse the implementation and impact of the program, which has been integrated into the Qafilah Dakwah activities. The implementation method combined the five-stage Asset -Based Community Development (ABCD) with a service-learning cycle, involving 15 groups of students deployed to 15 target villages in North Sumatra for approximately ten days (17–28 May 2026), culminating in the slaughter on 10 Zulhijah 1447 H (27 May 2026). The results showed the management and slaughter of 45 sacrificial animals, the meat of which was distributed to communities in the 15 villages, alongside 1,014 da’wah and educational activities benefiting 17,197 people, as well as 21 Friday sermons attended by 1,117 worshippers. This programme underscores that structured, cross-national philanthropic collaboration can transform the Qurbani ritual into an instrument of empowerment, whilst also serving as a means of instilling values and strengthening students’ soft skills—in line with the Tridharma of Higher Education.
Copyright (c) 2026 Dori Chandra, Taufik Hidayat, Muhamad Ashraf bin Abdul Rahiman, Irgan Khairul Mahfidz, Latiful Ilham Ujung, Muslim Muslim https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Integrating a Service-Learning Approach into Arabic Language Instruction with Fun-Learning and a Participatory Appreciation System to Enhance Student Motivation at RQ Raudhatul Hufadz
Rumah Qur’an (RQ) Raudhatul Hufadz, a non-formal Qur’anic learning center in Sei Mencirim Village, Deli Serdang Regency, faced two intertwined problems: children showed strong enthusiasm for learning yet had no access to structured Arabic instruction, and the existing tahfidz (Qur’an memorization) program suffered from flagging motivation caused by repetitive, one-directional teaching. This community service initiative combined Service Learning (SL) and Participatory Action Research (PAR) to introduce basic Arabic instruction alongside a redesigned tahfidz process over a two-week period (21 February–5 March 2026). Twenty-four children took part in the Arabic class and twenty-one in the tahfidz program. Data were gathered through observation, a focus group discussion, and daily evaluation sheets, and were analyzed across two intervention cycles following a plan-act-observe-reflect sequence. In the Arabic class, drill practice, the mubasyarah (direct) method, and communicative techniques paired with visual media such as matching boards and flashcards produced measurable gains in vocabulary recognition and simple conversational exchange. In the tahfidz program, replacing rote repetition with a fun-learning approach and a participatory appreciation system – daily evaluation sheets tied to small rewards – raised both attendance and the completion rate of memorization targets. A parallel online Ta’lim session engaged parents (Ummahat) in supporting home-based learning. The findings suggest that pairing Service Learning’s structured reflection with Participatory Action Research’s cyclical, community-driven problem-solving can resolve demotivation in traditional Qur’anic education while leaving behind a durable foundation for Arabic-language instruction
Copyright (c) 2026 dwimeutiahasni@assunnah.ac.id https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Nurturing Love for the Qur’an from an Early Age through a Mosque-Based Tahfiz Program in Jorong Gando, Nagari Piobang
Low interest and limited ability in reciting and memorizing the Qur’an among young children remain a persistent challenge in community-based religious education. This condition was also found in Jorong Gando, Nagari Piobang, where Tawakkal Mosque serves as a learning site for children who have not yet learned to read fluently and who struggle to memorize. This community service activity aimed to nurture love for the Qur’an from an early age through a mosque-based tahfiz (memorization) program built on the Service Learning approach. Service Learning was carried out through planning, implementation, and reflection stages that actively involved KKNT (Thematic Community Service) students as learning companions. Activities comprised tahfiz coaching, recitation correction (tahsin), and structured memorization mentoring within the mosque environment. Quantitatively, 12 of the 30 enrolled children reached their memorization targets; qualitatively, the children’s Qur’anic recitation improved markedly. Although the program faced challenges such as inconsistent attendance and uneven memorization ability among participants, solutions implemented through parental outreach and ability-based grouping proved effective. The mosque-based tahfiz program delivered through Service Learning is thus shown to have a positive effect on both children’s Qur’anic competence and their affective attachment to the Qur’an from an early age. Beyond its immediate outcomes for the children involved, the activity also illustrates how a Service Learning placement can build the pedagogical competence of the accompanying university students, suggesting that mosque-based tahfiz programs of this kind merit wider adoption as a standard KKNT placement model in similarly under-resourced village settings.
Copyright (c) 2026 Ade Muhammad Ritonga, Najib Rahmatullah, Rafif Taufiqul Hakim https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Implementation of The Talaqqi Method in Accelerating Qur'ānic Reading Competence in Ara Payung Village, Pantai Cermin Subdistrict, Serdang Bedagai Regency
The ability to recite the Qur'ān in accordance with proper tajwīd rules constitutes an essential dimension of religious literacy for Muslim communities. Preliminary observation in Ara Payung Village, Pantai Cermin Subdistrict, Serdang Bedagai Regency, identified persistent challenges in Qur'ānic recitation among adult women, particularly concerning the articulation points of the letters (makhārij al-ḥurūf), basic tajwīd rules, and fluency in reciting Sūrat al-Fātiḥah. This community engagement program sought to accelerate participants' Qur'ānic reading competence through the talaqqi method, framed within a service-learning pedagogy. Twenty adult women participants engaged in thirteen structured halaqah sessions over a period of fourteen days. Data were gathered through participant observation and pre- and post-program assessments using a four-criterion rubric covering articulation accuracy, application of basic tajwīd, correctness of vowel length (mad), and reading fluency. Findings indicate that the number of participants attaining the "Very Good" category increased from seven persons (35%) at baseline to sixteen persons (80%) at program conclusion, an increase of forty-five percentage points. Mastery of makhraj rose from six to fifteen participants. Qualitative outcomes include heightened confidence, sustained learning motivation, and strengthened social bonds among participants. The integration of the talaqqi method and service-learning proved effective in producing participatory and sustainable Qur'ānic literacy outcomes.
Talaqqi Method; Al-Qur'an; Ara Payung Village; Service Learning; Makharijul Huruf.
Copyright (c) 2026 Ilham Tumanggor Tumanggor, Muhammad Syarif Muda Hasibuan, Andi Andi, Candra Gunawan https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Optimizing Qur'anic Tahsin among Mothers and Children through the Halaqah of the Talaqqi Method in Aliantan Village, Rokan Hulu
The core problem addressed in this community service was the low quality of Qur'anic recitation among mothers and children in Aliantan Village, marked by inaccurate makharijul huruf and inconsistent application of mad rules. The activity was carried out atMusholla At-Taqwa, Aliantan Village, Rokan Hulu Regency, involving the MushollaProsperity Board (BKM) and local community leaders as principal partners. Participatory Action Research (PAR) served as the methodological framework, operationalized through cycles of initial observation, program planning, field action, and continuous reflection. The team applied intensive talaqqi and musyafahah techniques within small halaqahgroups so that each participant received individual correction. Twelve days of intervention with forty active participants (n = 40) generated measurable improvements in technical reading ability. The mothers' group (n = 10) showed a rise in the accuracy of mad thabi'i from twenty percent to eighty percent, while the children's group (n = 30) demonstrated rapid progress in articulating difficult letters such as 'ain and qaftogether with stronger comprehension of basic worship. Beyond cognitive and psychomotor gains, the program strengthened ukhuwah between the KKN-T students and villagers through collaborative activities including mutual work and communal iftar. The halaqahsystem proved effective for mapping heterogeneous entry levels, so that recitation improvement became more focused, intensive, and well documented.
Copyright (c) 2026 Bahrul Ulum, Annisa Aulia Syahfitri, Teguh Samta Adrian, Muhammad Zaid Rusdi, Muhammad Ridha, Albahroyni, Khairul Anhar https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Prophetic Value-Based Islamic Education Outreach in Strengthening Family and Community Roles for Online Gambling Prevention
The proliferation of online gambling in the digital era has generated significant social, economic, and psychological consequences, particularly with respect to family resilience and community social stability. These challenges demand community-based preventive efforts that optimise the potential of Islamic religious values as a form of social control. This community service programme aims to enhance public awareness of the hazards of online gambling and to strengthen the roles of the family and community in prevention efforts through an Islamic education approach grounded in Prophetic values (al-qiyam al-nabawiyyah). The programme partners comprise community leaders, the takmir of Masjid Al-Hidayah, students of the KUKERTA programme, and residents of Padukuhan Jelok, Kalurahan Pacarejo, Kabupaten Gunungkidul. Employing the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach across four stages — Discovery, Dream, Design, and Destiny — the programme was conducted on 29 January 2026 at Masjid Al-Hidayah using an educative-participatory method comprising interactive lectures and open discussion. Outcome indicators recorded measurable impacts: 82% of participants reported enhanced understanding of online gambling hazards; 17 discussion contributions were identified across five strategic themes; more than 90% of participants declared a commitment to strengthening family supervision and regular religious forums; and a mean satisfaction score of 4.4 out of 5 was achieved. These findings demonstrate that the integration of Prophetic values — amanah, shiddiq, tabligh, and fathanah — with asset-based community empowerment is effective in building collective awareness and strengthening the family as the primary bulwark of online gambling prevention
Copyright (c) 2026 Rosan Mohamad Puji Santoso
Islamic Transformational Leadership Training in Optimising Educational Management at Madrasah Tsanawiyah Nurul Wafa
Madrasah Tsanawiyah Nurul Wafa faces significant challenges in strengthening leadership capacity, which directly affects the effectiveness of institutional governance, teacher professionalism, and organisational culture. The prevailing instructive and hierarchical leadership patterns have constituted a primary obstacle to promoting institutional innovation and collaboration. This community service programme aimed to: (1) deliver structured training on the Islamic Transformational Leadership model; (2) analyse the impact of the training on madrasah governance, teacher professionalism, and organisational culture; and (3) identify the barriers and enabling factors in its implementation. The programme was conducted in partnership with Madrasah Tsanawiyah Nurul Wafa, involving 18 participants comprising the madrasah principal, two vice-principals, three field coordinators, and twelve teachers. The programme was designed using a qualitative-based action research approach, in which the training simultaneously functioned as a community service intervention and an object of systematic evaluation. Implementation methods included interactive lectures, focused group discussions, leadership role-playing simulations grounded in Bass-Avolio's four dimensions (idealized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation, individualized consideration), and a two-week post-training observational mentorship. Data were collected through participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation studies, and were analysed using a descriptive-qualitative approach. Training outcomes demonstrated measurable positive changes: the principal began adopting more participatory decision-making patterns; teachers exhibited increased confidence in proposing curriculum innovations; and eleven programme innovation ideas were spontaneously generated by participants during the closing session. The primary barriers identified were resistance among senior teachers and budgetary constraints for sustained programmes. This programme demonstrates that integrating Islamic values — amanah, musyawarah, ta'awun — with a transformational leadership approach effectively strengthens leadership capacity and educational management in madrasah settings.
Islamic Transformational Leadership, Educational Management
Copyright (c) 2026 M. Kurma Nur Faifatur R
Building a Digitally Wise Generation: Gadget and Online Game Education at SD Negeri 03 Koto Bangun, West Sumatra
The rapid proliferation of digital technology has fundamentally altered the social landscape of children in Indonesia, including those in rural communities. Unregulated use of gadgets and online games among primary school pupils has been identified as a growing concern, contributing to the erosion of moral values, academic disengagement, and the weakening of family and social bonds—a condition acutely observed at SD Negeri 03 Koto Bangun, Nagari Koto Bangun, Kapur IX Sub-district, Lima Puluh Kota Regency, West Sumatra. This article aims to describe the implementation of a digital literacy education programme conducted as part of the Thematic Community Service Programme (Kuliah Kerja Nyata Tematik, KKNT) by students of STAI As-Sunnah Deli Serdang, while examining the effectiveness of the service learning approach as a community-based educational intervention. The community service partners comprised 191 participants, consisting of 127 pupils from Years 1 to 6, 11 teachers and educational staff, and 53 parents and guardians of SD Negeri 03 Koto Bangun. The programme was implemented through the five-stage service learning methodology: investigation, planning, action, reflection, and demonstration, conducted from 3 to 17 March 2025. The findings demonstrate that the programme succeeded in raising collective awareness among pupils, teachers, and parents regarding the adverse effects of unregulated gadget and online game use, and in fostering positive digital habits within the school community. Service learning proved to be an effective and replicable model for community-based digital literacy education, yielding a double-impact upon both community development and the professional formation of students as socially committed Muslim intellectuals.
Copyright (c) 2026 Daryanto Setiawan, Candra Gunawan, Bahrul Ulum, Ifran Rivaldo
Implementation of Qur'anic Learning Management in The General Community
This community service article reports on the implementation of Quranic learning management for the general community through a Thematic Community Service Programme (KKNT) conducted by students of the Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam (STAI) As-Sunnah, Deli Serdang, North Sumatra, in collaboration with the community of Muara Lembu Village, Singingi Sub-district, Kuantan Singingi Regency, Riau Province, from 3 to 18 March 2025. The programme involved child learners aged 5 to 14 years, utilising the Community Based Research (CBR) method with a participatory action research framework. The objectives were: to inspire learners to love the Quran; to establish Quranic recitation improvement groups (tahsin); and to form memorisation groups (tahfiz) for seven selected surahs of Juz 30. Following two structured cycles of learning, approximately 95 per cent of learners successfully memorised seven surahs — Al-Dhuha (93), Al-Tin (95), Al-ʿAlaq (96), Al-Qadr (97), Al-Bayyinah (98), Al-Zalzalah (99), and Al-ʿAdiyat (100) — and demonstrated correct recitation in accordance with the rules of tajwid. The findings affirm that a structured, motivation-centred learning management approach, grounded in Islamic educational principles and community collaboration, yields measurable outcomes in Quranic literacy at the grassroots level.
Copyright (c) 2026 Muhammad Sapii Harahap, Muhammad Syarif Muda Hasibuan, Tiy Kusmarrabbi Karo, Intan Nuraini Mendrofa
Strengthening Children's Islamic Character Through Tahsin, Prayer Memorisation, and Etiquette Education at TPA At-Taqwa Air Tiris
Non-formal Quranic educational institutions known as Taman Pendidikan Al-Qurʾān (TPA) play a strategic role in cultivating children's Islamic character; however, deficiencies in Quranic recitation proficiency, comprehension of daily supplications, and the practical internalisation of Islamic etiquette remain prevalent challenges in many TPA settings, including TPA At-Taqwa in Kelurahan Air Tiris, Kecamatan Kampar, Kabupaten Kampar, Riau Province. This community service programme aimed to strengthen the Islamic character of children through three integrated activities: Quranic tahsin instruction, daily prayer memorisation, and Islamic etiquette education. The programme was conducted as part of the Thematic Community Field Study (KKNT) of STAI As-Sunnah Deli Serdang in collaboration with TPA At-Taqwa Air Tiris, involving 50 child participants aged six to twelve years over the period of 3 to 17 March 2025. The Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach was employed as the overarching framework, with the talaqqi method applied specifically for Quranic and supplication instruction. The findings indicate that approximately 80 per cent of participants demonstrated measurable improvement in Quranic recitation ability and prayer memorisation, while 70 per cent responded correctly to etiquette-related questions in the evaluation quiz. Children also exhibited positive behavioural changes in daily life, including the spontaneous recitation of appropriate supplications, the correct performance of ritual purification (wuḍūʾ), and the adoption of courteous conduct in social interactions. This programme demonstrates that a structured, habituation-based approach effectively reinforces Islamic character formation in children at the grassroots level.
Copyright (c) 2026 Hasan Hamzah Lubis, Khairul Anhar, Ade Muhammad Ritonga, Nurlatifa Zahrah
Humanitarian Aid for Flash Flood Victims in Batu Busuak: An International Collaboration between STAI As-Sunnah and Bayaan Association Singapore
The flash flood disaster that struck Batu Busuak, Padang City, in November-December 2025 caused massive damage to residential areas. Within three weeks, this area experienced four consecutive flash floods that swept away 11 houses, severely damaged 46 houses, and forced hundreds of families to evacuate. This community service activity aimed to provide humanitarian aid in the form of necessities to flood victims through international collaboration between Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam (STAI) As-Sunnah Deli Serdang and Bayaan Association Singapore. The service partners were flood-affected communities in Koto Panjang Ikua Koto Sub-district, Koto Tangah District, and Batu Busuak, Lambung Bukik Sub-district, Pauh District, Padang City. Implementation methods included multi-institutional coordination, international fundraising, local procurement of aid, and door-to-door and distribution-point delivery. A total of IDR 57,000,000 was collected and used to procure necessity packages for 150 affected households. The activity was conducted on December 24-27, 2025, and was led directly by the Chairman of STAI As-Sunnah. The results showed that aid distribution successfully reached victims in isolated locations using adaptive methods according to field conditions. Community response was very positive despite high psychosocial trauma, where residents lived in constant vigilance against subsequent flood threats. This activity was also followed by sustainability programs, including plans to build mosques and bore wells, undertaken by Yayasan Peduli Kemanusiaan Arrisalah as long-term recovery efforts. The Singapore-Indonesia international collaboration in this activity demonstrated the effectiveness of global Islamic philanthropy networks for local emergency response.
Copyright (c) 2026 Slamet Riyadi, Arbonas Lubis, Fian Triadi, Dirja Hasugian, Zulham Effendi, Muhammad Syarif Muda Hasibuan, Khairul Anhar, Syahri Ramadona, Muhajirah binti Jamaluddin
Limitations of Islamic Religious Education in Muslim Minority Settings: A Case Study of Nagori Tongah Village, Simalungun Regency
Islamic Religious Education (IRE) plays a vital role in shaping students’ moral values and Islamic identity. However, its implementation in Muslim minority contexts is constrained by structural, social, and cultural challenges. This qualitative case study explores the limitations of IRE and identifies adaptive strategies in Nagori Tongah Village, Simalungun Regency, North Sumatra, Indonesia. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and document analysis involving IRE teachers, school principals, Muslim community leaders, and parents, and were analyzed using Miles and Huberman’s interactive model with triangulation. The findings indicate that IRE in Muslim minority settings faces limitations including a shortage of qualified teachers, inadequate facilities, weak institutional and policy support, and strong socio-cultural influences from non-Muslim environments. These constraints hinder the effective internalization of Islamic values, which remains largely cognitive rather than practical. The study highlights the urgency of contextual and collaborative educational approaches grounded in multicultural principles to strengthen IRE in Muslim minority areas. This research contributes to the development of inclusive and sustainable Islamic Religious Education policies and practices in minority contexts.
Copyright (c) 2025 Muhammad Iqbal, Muhammad Fajar, Minanda Ndrey Faza Brata, Muhammad Aziz, Muhammad Luthfi Ma'sum, Muhammad Abror Firdaus, M. Syavriaji Aqila Batubara
Revitalizing the Function of Mosques as Centers for Islamic Education: Implementation of KKNT in Bangun Sari Village, Tanjung Morawa
Bangun Sari Village faces challenges in Islamic education, including youth promiscuity, low interest in religious gatherings, weak Qur'anic reading skills, and minimal parental attention to children's religious education. This study aims to revitalize the mosque's function as a center for Islamic education through KKNT, using Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) and Service Learning approaches. Service partners include community leaders, mosque administrators, BKM Istiqomah, ustadz, TPQ teachers, and residents of Bangun Sari Village Dusun XI. Data collection methods employed interviews, field observations, and Focus Group Discussions (FGD) with triangulation analysis. The program ran for two weeks (March 3-17, 2025) and encompassed youth coaching, Qur'anic tahsin guidance, Islamic studies, hijab awareness campaigns, and strategies to increase parental attention to TPQ. Results demonstrate significant improvements: youth participation in Islamic studies (80%), Qur'anic reading skills (70%), hijab awareness (60%), and parental attention to TPQ (50%). Participatory evaluation indicates program sustainability through local asset empowerment with community commitment to continue all activities post-KKNT.
Copyright (c) 2025 Abdul Aziz Shidiq, Lailan Fathiyah, Citra Sucia Hazmi, Ummi Humairah, Nasywa Zakiyah, Ananda Fitria
Optimization of Asset-Based Community Potential in the Prayer House and Qur’an House in Tarai Bangun Village, Riau
Riau is a province that pays quite a lot of attention to the spread of religious knowledge, but there is a prayer house and a Quran house whose productivity has declined due to the lack of interest and motivation of the local community in organizing activities or training that can develop the community's potential. Therefore, the aim of the KKNT activity is to optimize the prayer house and Qur'an house, provide examples of training and various activities, and appoint cadres to continue the activities and their modules. This research uses the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach, collaborating with communities and society, discussing openly, preparing activity schedules and following up on each activity. So that during one month of KKNT activities, achievements have been realized in the form of; increasing the ability to read the Qur'an among mothers and children, the presence of new cadres who are ready to continue the tahsin program, increasing togetherness and social concern in the community, and the creation of useful handicraft products.
Copyright (c) 2025 Nur Halimah As Sa'diah, Az Zahra Nur Fadila, Mikyal Nabila Lubis, Selsha Amalia, Septina Hafy Safitri Panggabean, Suci Jilianti Nasution
Cahaya Ramadan and Youth Agency in Religious Institutions: A Participatory Action Research Study in Beranang, Malaysia
Youth disengagement from religious institutions has become a growing concern in Muslim-majority societies, including Malaysia, where youth participation in mosque-based activities remains low despite strong state support. This participatory action research (PAR) study, conducted during Ramadan 1446 H (March 2–17, 2025) in Beranang, Selangor, examined the structural causes of youth disengagement and the transformative potential of authentic PAR that positions youth as co-researchers. Through four iterative PAR cycles involving 15 youth co-researchers and approximately 50 community youth, the study found that low participation is driven not by apathy but by structural barriers, including exclusion from decision-making, misalignment between religious discourse and contemporary realities, limited spaces for youth agency, and weak institutional management. The PAR process reshaped power relations across visible, hidden, and invisible dimensions, increasing participation from 1–2% to 7.6% and enabling 80% of co-researchers to assume leadership roles. Youth articulated meaningful spirituality through four interconnected dimensions—relevance, participation, community, and authenticity—challenging dominant prescriptive approaches. The establishment of a Youth Committee with formal decision-making authority, institutionalized through a Memorandum of Understanding with the mosque’s governing body, reflects a lasting structural transformation. This study argues that sustainable youth engagement in religious institutions requires redistributing power and redefining intergenerational relations rather than merely expanding youth programs.
Copyright (c) 2025 Muya Syaroh Iwanda Lubis, Farid Alfadil, M Dzaky Virza Yahya, Abdillah Syafiq, Fatur Rahman, Dykhi Fernandez
Empowering Santripreneur through Catfish Farming Based on Asset-Based Community Development at Pesantren Al-Hijrah
Islamic boarding schools (pesantren) play a strategic role in fostering santripreneurship by integrating religious values with entrepreneurial skills to achieve economic independence. Pesantren Al-Hijrah owns 2,000 m² of waqf land and an idle fish pond; however, limited knowledge and skills in catfish farming hinder the utilization of these assets. This community service program aimed to enhance the knowledge and skills of santri and teachers in catfish farming and to optimize pesantren assets for economic empowerment. The program was conducted from March 2–17, 2025, involving 13 santri and four teachers, using an action research design with an Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach through four stages: Discovery, Dream, Design, and Destiny. Data were collected through participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation, and analyzed descriptively. The results show a significant increase in participants’ competencies, with 100% able to explain the stages of farming, 94% able to select high-quality fingerlings, 88% able to master feeding and disease control, and 82% able to understand marketing strategies. Technical skills improved, with full participation in pond preparation and stocking, while entrepreneurial motivation reached 88%. Pesantren assets were successfully activated through the productive utilization of ponds and the strengthening of local practitioner networks. The ABCD approach proved effective in empowering santri and teachers toward sustainable santripreneurship. Continuous mentoring and institutional partnerships are recommended to ensure program sustainability.
Copyright (c) 2025 Sopian Sinaga, Nur Rafidah Mahdiyyah Simbolon, Dea Alfina, Asma Sahira, Hidayani, Wita Siti Maryam, Nur Hafizah
The Collaboration of Academics, Students, and Volunteers in Responding to The Aceh Tamiang Flood Disaster: a Participatory Action Research-Based Aid Distribution Model
The floods that hit Aceh Tamiang Regency, Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam Province in November 2025 have seriously affected people's lives. Thousands of homes were submerged, access roads were cut off, infrastructure was damaged, and it's been hard to supply people's basic needs. This emergency situation requires a quick and coordinated response from various parties, including colleges and universities. This community service project aims to provide humanitarian assistance to flood victims through the distribution of basic food supplies, medicines, and other essential items. The partners in this community service project are the flood-affected communities in four locations (Buluh Butung Village, Purwodadi, Kota Lintang Bawah, and Landu) and the Aceh Tamiang Regional General Hospital. The method used is adapted from the principles of participatory action research, which includes team coordination, fundraising, procurement of aid, and distribution through direct delivery, assembly points, and door-to-door visits. The implementation team consisted of 42 people (7 lecturers, 5 students, and 30 volunteers) who successfully raised Rp 138,500,000. The activities were carried out on 5 and 8 November 2025 at five distribution points. The results of the community service programme show that 270 households (approximately 855 people) successfully received assistance in the form of 250 food packages, hundreds of bales of clothing, thousands of medicines and medical supplies, and other essential items. The community responded very positively with great enthusiasm, and the distribution ran smoothly. Feedback from beneficiaries indicated that the food parcels and medicines were highly effective in providing basic necessities, although there were still ongoing needs such as emergency tents, sleeping equipment, and water storage containers. This community service initiative demonstrated the importance of collaboration between colleges or universities, students, and volunteers in rapid disaster response, as well as the effectiveness of multi-location distribution adjusted to actual conditions on the ground.
Copyright (c) 2025 Dori Chandra, TIY Kusmarrabbi Karo, Taufik Hidayat, Indra Indra, Andri Rivai, Ade Muhammad Ritonga
Tajdid Iman Al-Muslimin fi Qoryati Silandurung min Khilali Barnamij Khidmati Al-Mujtama' fi Syahri Ramadhon
Learning Islamic sciences and the Quran profoundly influences individual and community faith renewal in various aspects. Employing a descriptive research approach, analyzing Quranic verses, prophetic sayings, and community leaders' opinions, a study conducted in Silandurong village during Ramadan revealed a lack of enthusiasm among its predominantly Muslim population for Islamic education and Quranic reading. Reasons include parental neglect in nurturing proper beliefs, societal indifference toward the illuminating religion, and governmental neglect of religious programs. Despite a Muslim majority, attendance at prayers and educational sessions barely reaches 5%, even during Ramadan. To address this, the researcher recommends the establishment of educational councils, memorization circles, and Islamic evening schools for children to revitalize faith and foster community well-being, promoting comfort, tranquility, stability, and security from harm.
Copyright (c) 2024 Hasan Hamzah Lubis, Suhendri Suhendri
Improving Literacy of Fiqh Muamalah and Islamic Economics Through Community-Based Research Method
This KKNT was held in the month of Ramadhan 1445 H on 16-30 May 2024 in collaboration with the management of Al Istiqamah Mosque (BKM) in the BDSN complex Tangga Batu 1 Village, Kec. Permaksian, Kab. Toba, North Sumatra. Based on prior observation, research, and interviews, several problems were identified namely the lack of literacy in fiqh muamalat knowledge and the lack of teachers who teach children the subject of Arabic language, tahsin and tahfidh and the Koran. These problems need to be resolved by conducting programs. The method used was community-based research (CBR). The result of this community service shows that the number of communities who attended the sermons was still below expectations while the participation and enthusiasm of children in the subjects of Arabic language, tahsin and tahfidh, and the Koran was very high. This community service is expected to enhance the community literacy of fiqh muamalah and Islamic Economics. It is suggested that community awareness in learning religious knowledge must be improved to increase their participation.
Copyright (c) 2024 Muhammad Nurul Alim, Dian Amand Nasution, Fauzan Agung Pratama, Ikhlasul Amal Wishri , Muhammad Nugraha, Maulana Ahmad Abadi , Tri Hidayatullah; Taufik Hidayat, Wizhar Al Giffari
Manjapuik Barokah Ramadhan: Enhancing Qur'anic Literacy And Ibadah Practices In Sago Salido Village Through Service Learning
This community service program was implemented to enhance Qur'anic literacy and strengthen ibadah practices among the community around Jabal Rahmah Mosque and Rumah Tahfiz Qur'an (RTQ) Ibnu Mas'ud, Nagari Sago Salido, Pesisir Selatan Regency, West Sumatra, through a Service Learning approach. The "Manjapuik Barokah" themed program involved 41 participants, 30 congregational mothers, and 11 RTQ students, using participatory and educational methods over 15 days during Ramadan. The Service Learning stages encompassed preparation (needs identification), service (implementation of tahsin halaqah, practical fiqh workshops, and religious social activities), reflection (student-community evaluation and reflection), and celebration (program closure and sustainability). Evaluation results demonstrated significant improvements in Qur'anic reading abilities, with 80% of students experiencing increased memorization of at least ¼ juz, 25% improvement in mothers' tajwid reading quality. They strengthened ukhuwah Islamiyah through religious social activities. Students acquired experiential learning experiences that enhanced pedagogical and leadership competencies through systematic reflection. This program successfully established a sustainable community-based religious education system involving local halaqah coordinators. The Service Learning approach effectively bridges academic theory with real community needs while developing student character through critical reflection processes.
Copyright (c) 2025 Ilham Tumanggor Tumanggor, Muhammad Syarif Muda Hasibuan, Yurahmi Muhartrisia
Strengthening Religious And Social Values Through Fardu Kifayah Training: An ABCD-Based Community Empowerment Study
This study examines strengthening religious and social values through fardu kifayah training using Participatory Action Research (PAR) integrated with Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) principles in Tangga Batu Village, a minority Muslim community in Toba Regency, North Sumatra. Employing descriptive qualitative methodology within a community service framework, this program implemented four cyclical PAR stages: Planning, Action, Observation, and Reflection over 14 days (March 4-17, 2025). Data collection involved participatory observation, in-depth interviews with 25 community members, and comprehensive documentation. The study engaged 45 participants, including youth (60%), religious leaders (20%), and community members (20%). Findings reveal significant community understanding and skills enhancement, particularly among younger generations, in independently performing fardu kifayah rituals. Active involvement of educational institutions and religious figures strengthened the community's collective awareness and social solidarity. The study concludes that the ABCD approach effectively identifies and optimizes local assets, enabling the development of participatory and sustainable religious-based empowerment models in multicultural settings.
Copyright (c) 2025 arbonas lubis, Saddam Al Farizi, Habib Raihan Lubis, Bagus Cahyadi, Tri Ananda Sugma
Service Learning Model In Community Service: Effectiveness Analysis Of KKNT Program On Religious Literacy Enhancement In Tanjung Dalam Village
The Thematic Community Service Program (Kuliah Kerja Nyata Tematik/KKNT), based on Service Learning in rural areas, faces challenges in creating transformative and sustainable impacts on community religious literacy. This community service aims to analyze the effectiveness of the Service Learning model in improving the religious literacy of students and communities through KKNT programs in Tanjung Dalam Village, Ulok Kupai District, Bengkulu, during Ramadhan 2025. The study employed a participatory action research approach with planning-acting-observing-reflecting cycles involving 220 participants from four educational institutions (Madrasah Ibtidaiyah, Madrasah Tsanawiyah, Madrasah Aliyah, Taman Pendidikan Al-Qur'an). Data were collected through pre-post religious literacy assessments, structured participatory observation, in-depth interviews with 15 key informants, and focus group discussions. Data analysis utilized mixed methods with descriptive statistics for quantitative data and thematic analysis for qualitative data. Results demonstrated significant improvement in religious literacy scores from baseline 52.3 to 78.7 (p<0.05), a 67% increase in active participation in religious activities, and the formation of 8 local da'wah cadres ensuring program sustainability. The Service Learning model effectively integrates academic learning with community empowerment through culturally responsive approaches that optimize local assets and create community-based sustainability mechanisms.
Copyright (c) 2025 Ahmad Afandi, Jafar Sidiq, Frian Rifqi Manulu, Muhammad Rafi Zulkarnaen, Muhammad Fauzan Al Akbar
Community-Based Social Media Literacy Training For Youth Empowerment In Nagari Rao-Rao
Social media usage among teenagers has become a serious concern due to the potential negative impacts of inadequate digital literacy. This community service research aims to analyze the effectiveness of community-based social media literacy training in enhancing understanding and skills for responsible social media use among teenagers in Nagari Rao-Rao, Sungai Tarab District, West Pasaman Regency. The methodology employed a participatory action research approach with structured training techniques conducted over six days for 60 MTs Plus Thawalib Darul Huda students. Data were collected through pre-test and post-test assessments, participatory observation, and focus group discussions. Data analysis utilized descriptive statistics and thematic content analysis. The results demonstrated significant improvements in understanding social media concepts (from 45% to 78%), awareness of psychological-social impacts (from 38% to 82%), and hoax identification skills (from 32% to 75%). Community-based training improved digital literacy among rural teenagers by incorporating local values and fostering active community participation. This approach successfully created a holistic learning ecosystem that integrates traditional wisdom with modern digital competencies, providing a culturally responsive model for digital literacy education in Islamic rural communities.
Copyright (c) 2025 Dasa Syawal Syahputra Masduki, Tiy Kusmarrabbi Karo, Halim Tawakal, Hibatul Haqqi
Optimizing The Role Of Majelis Taklim In Enhancing Family Education During Ramadan
Majelis Taklim strategically enhances family education, especially during Ramadan, through religious activities that support daily Islamic learning. This community service program was conducted in Lingkungan II, Jalan Murai Ujung, Kelurahan Aek Manis, from March 3-17, 2025, using a participatory action research approach based on Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD). The program aims to optimize the role of Majelis Taklim in improving religious understanding, Quranic recitation quality, and consistency in family worship practices. The service partner is the local Majelis Taklim with 50 participants selected through purposive sampling. The methods applied included Islamic family studies, Quranic recitation and tahsin sessions, and collective worship practices using the plan-act-observe-reflect cycle. Results showed an 18% increase in family religious understanding, 22% improvement in Quranic recitation quality, and 15% increase in worship consistency. Program success was supported by active community participation, direct guidance in Quran learning, and communal support in applying Islamic values. This program contributes to strengthening sustainable Islamic family education ecosystems in the community.
Implementing Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) Approach in Enhancing Qur'anic Literacy Through Tahsin Learning at Gampong Meunasah, Bireuen, Aceh
The Qur'an, as Allah's final revelation, serves as the primary source of guidance for Muslims, necessitating proper recitation and understanding for authentic spiritual connection. This study examines the implementation of Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach in enhancing Qur'anic literacy through tahsin learning at Gampong Meunasah, Bireuen, Aceh. The research addresses the critical challenge of inadequate Qur'anic reading proficiency in rural Muslim communities, where 68% of residents demonstrated below-standard tajwid comprehension and 74% lacked consistent access to structured religious education. Employing Community-Based Participatory Action Research (CBPAR) methodology, this study engaged 127 participants across three age groups in a comprehensive 45-day program integrating tahsin, tahfidz, tadabbur, and basic Arabic instruction. The ABCD framework identified and mobilized local assets including the Komunitas Muslimah Wahda Al-Islamiyah, existing religious infrastructure, and intergenerational knowledge transfer mechanisms. Quantitative findings revealed significant improvements: tajwid accuracy increased from 42.3% to 87.6% (p<0.001), Qur'anic memorization capacity expanded by 73%, and comprehension scores improved from M=3.2 to M=4.8 (SD=0.67). Qualitative analysis demonstrated transformative impacts on spiritual identity, social cohesion, and community learning culture. The integration of Maqasid Shariah principles manifested through achievements in hifz ad-din (preservation of religion) via enhanced scriptural access, hifz al-'aql (preservation of intellect) through cognitive development, and hifz al-ijtima'i (preservation of social bonds) via strengthened ukhuwah Islamiyah. The program's sustainability was ensured through local facilitator training, module development, and institutional partnerships. This research contributes an innovative model for community-driven Islamic education that balances authenticity with accessibility, tradition with transformation, demonstrating how rural communities can leverage existing assets to create sustainable religious learning ecosystems.
Copyright (c) 2025 Syahri Ramadona Dona, Sukma Widya Puspita, Nurul, Raisa Azyana, Rahmawita, Syahfitri Arika, Riza Maulida
Implementing Service Learning Method in Object-Based Arabic Mufradat Learning at Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Swasta Al-Ikhlas, Naga Timbul Village
Arabic language learning at the Madrasah Ibtidaiyah level faces significant challenges in vocabulary (mufradat) acquisition, particularly in rural areas with limited educational resources. This study examines the effectiveness of implementing an object-based Service Learning method to enhance mufradat mastery at Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Swasta Al-Ikhlas, Naga Timbul Village, Tanjung Morawa District, through a Participatory Action Research approach integrated with Maqasid Shariah principles. The research employed a mixed-methods design with PAR cycles encompassing participatory planning, collaborative implementation, systematic observation, and critical reflection. Eleven students from grades IV-V participated in an intensive five-day Arabic language halaqah program facilitated by university students during their community service (KKNT). Data collection instruments included daily vocabulary tests, participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and visual documentation. Quantitative findings revealed a consistent 100% achievement rate in mastering five new vocabulary items daily throughout the program, with an overall retention rate of 95.4%. Qualitative analysis demonstrated significant transformation in students' affective dimensions, marked by increased active participation, linguistic confidence, and intrinsic motivation. The concrete object-based approach, combined with talaqqi techniques, educational games, and contextual practice, proved effective in constructing strong semantic associations. The integration of Maqasid Shariah principles manifested in achieving hifz ad-din through strengthening the language of revelation, hifz al-'aql through intellectual capacity development, and hifz an-nasl through Quranic generation formation. Time constraints were addressed through strategic collaboration with madrasah teachers to ensure program sustainability. This research contributes to developing a holistic Arabic language learning model that integrates cognitive, affective, social, and spiritual dimensions aligned with Indonesian Islamic education characteristics.
Copyright (c) 2025 Andri Rivai, Fian Triadi, Muhammad Syarif Muda Hasibuan, Muhajirah Binti Jamaluddin, Ali Sohot Siregar, Bagas Pranomo, Radya Fauzan
Revitalizing Religious Practice among Muslim Youth
This community service project aimed to explore the religious practices of Muslim youth in Latak Ayah Village, Simeulue Cut District, Simeulue Regency. The initiative addressed the irregular performance of five daily prayers and fasting among adolescents, particularly focusing on revitalizing awareness and commitment through targeted religious interventions. Using qualitative methods, the team conducted interviews with community leaders, organized training on basic Islamic rituals, and facilitated halaqah (study circles). The intervention involved 30 youths and engaged five local religious figures. The outcomes showed increased parental involvement in guiding children’s worship and improved motivation among early adolescents to participate in congregational prayers. Key challenges included limited religious institutions and financial constraints, which were addressed through collaborations with local da’wah groups and philanthropic organizations. This study provides insight into effective grassroots approaches to enhance youth religiosity in remote Muslim communities.
Thematic Community Service during Ramadan
Thematic Community Service Program (KKN Tematik) has measurable performance targets and a clear thematic focus, enabling students to make tangible contributions to community life, particularly in religious and social sectors. Activities include religious education, the development of majelis ta’lim (Islamic study groups), Islamic festivals, MSME mentoring, as well as health education and digital literacy. Through a participatory approach, students can act as catalysts for change, strengthen Islamic values, and raise community awareness of local issues. However, the limited duration of the program makes social adaptation faster and more challenging, thus requiring more systematic and intensive program planning. Community service activities using the ABCD (Asset-Based Community Development) method yield several important conclusions. Despite the short duration of the KKN, activities tend to be more compact and impactful. Overall, the community and village government where the KKN is held are receptive to the activities. Communities often need assistance and guidance in managing religious activities in rural areas. Students also demonstrate significant potential to integrate easily with the community, particularly through this point of contribution
Copyright (c) 2025 Muhammad Taqiyuddin, MHD Hapzi, M.Alif Hidayat, Sidiq Wahyudi, Azzam Alfatih Akmal, Shibghah Al-Mujaddidi, Muhammad Naufal Rabbani
Enhancing Qur'anic Literacy Among The Community of Sioban Village Mentawai Islands Through The Service Learning Method
The high rates of illiteracy, both in Latin script and in the Arabic script of the Qur'an, pose a major challenge to strengthening religious literacy within minority Muslim communities, particularly in remote areas such as Sioban Village in the Mentawai Islands. This community service project aims to enhance Qur'anic reading skills among illiterate community members through the application of a community-based Service Learning model, utilizing the talaqqi-tahsin approach, contextual learning, and the reinforcement of religious character. The methods employed included intensive training sessions, experience-based repetition, and the active involvement of local leaders and families. The results of the program indicate that approximately 40% of participants were able to independently read basic Qur'anic text, alongside a significant increase in self-confidence and religious participation. These findings suggest that a community- and person-centered approach is effective in addressing religious literacy challenges in marginalized communities. It is hoped that this program can serve as an implementable model for Qur'anic illiteracy eradication initiatives in other remote areas with similar characteristics.
Copyright (c) 2025 Muhammad Nurul Alim, Jefri Adiminoto, Tio Gunawan, Laode Muhammad Raudhatul Jannah, Muh. Faujan, Ashari Erlangga, Randy Putra Lopolisa, Ahmad Sholihin
Al-Khidmat at-Tanshithiyah fi Ta'ziz al-Hubb lil-Qur'an
كثير من المسلمين في هذا الوقت لا يهتمون بتعلم القرآن. يهتم معظم الناس بالدراسات العامة ويشغلون أنفسهم بأشياء غير مفيدة، مثل ممارسة الألعاب على الهواتف الذكية، وتقلص عدد المصلين في المساجد، ونادرًا ما توجد حلقات القرآن، ويتزايد غفلة الناس في تعلم القرآن بالرغم من أنه من المهم جدًا أن يكون ذلك تدبيرًا في الآخرة. يهدف هذا البحث إلى مساعدة أهالي قرية سي كاري، وخاصة الأمهات والمراهقين وأطفال المدارس الابتدائية على تعريفهم وتعليمهم وتحفيزهم على تعلم القرآن. يستخدم نشاط خدمة المجتمع هذا طريقة تعلم الخدمة (SL). بهذه الطريقة، يحاول المشاركون في خدمة المجتمع تقديم خدمات تعليم القرآن للمجتمع؛ إلى جانب ذلك، يمكن أن توفر هذه الطريقة مساحة عملية للمشاركين في خدمة المجتمع ليكونوا قادرين على توجيه معارفهم وقدراتهم في التدريس. تظهر نتائج بحث خدمة المجتمع هذا أنه كانت هناك تغييرات إيجابية في مجتمع قرية سي كاري. من بينهم وعيهم بأهمية دراسة القرآن، فالأمهات والأطفال قادرون على قراءة القرآن بالتجويد الصحيح، وقادرون على حفظ السور القصيرة، واستفادة وقتهم بالأشياء المفيدة، وروح المجتمع لفعل الأشياء الجيدة. بشكل عام، سارت أنشطة KKN-T التي قامت بها طالبات جامعة السنة الإسلامية بشكل جيد. باستخدام نشاط KKN-T، يمكنه تقليل المشكلات الموجودة في المجتمع.