Evrimata: Journal of Community Engagement

The Subjective Meaning and Means of Happiness: Lessons Learned from Qaryah Thayyibah Program

Rofiqah Rofiqah, Zainul Arifin — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0700

Qaryah Thayyibah, which is part of the Maulana Malik Ibrahim State Islamic University program, is in line with the series of baldatun thayyibah expressions, which should be a kind of ideal image tiered from village, city to country. Residents of villages, cities or countries, and especially the Government, also according to Islamic teachings, are obliged to prioritize those who are left behind, to be the first to receive assistance (putting the last first). Qaryah Thayyibah, a team of lecturers and students at the State Islamic University of Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang, aims to accompany and strengthen movement towards goodness and progress in accordance with their potential and competence. The approach used, participatory community education and development (Community Participatory Education and Development) and type of institutional program. From the activities and self-evaluation of Qaryah Thayyibah participants, a Brief Subjective Scale of Happiness was compiled which contains ten indicators and questions about factors of happiness and well-being, both instrumental and terminal. Based on exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis, it is known that there are three factorial components of people's subjective happiness, namely: the trust factor in disaster, the gratitude factor in grace, and the trust factor in the congregation. Using a sequential exploratory mixed study approach (sequential exploratory mix method), data is being collected in the context of research into the development of the Community's Brief Subjective Happiness Inventory, and the Predictive Validity of Community's Brief Subjective Happiness on Community Objective Welfare, which relies on the results of observations and calculations of fulfilling material-physical needs . It is highly recommended to prioritize community development and development of rural-urban transitional areas, such as Kedungkandang District, not only for the sake of social justice, but also for the future of the city.

Orange Roll Jelly Processing Training as a business opportunity in Tegalweru Village, Malang Regency

Norma Hasanatul Magfiroh Magfiroh, Elly Susanti — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0700

Tegalweru Village is one of the citrus producing centers in Malang Regency, but has no innovation in processing crops that have an impact on community economic empowerment. This study aims to assess the effectiveness of orange roll jelly processing training as a form of business opportunity based on local potential. The research method used is descriptive qualitative, with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, documentation, and community empowerment. The training, which was held on January 19, 2023, was attended by 30 PKK mothers. The results showed an increase in participants' understanding of the manufacturing process and the business potential of the product. Orange roll jelly products are considered attractive, healthy because they are without preservatives, and have economic value. This training opens up opportunities for the formation of new MSMEs based on local potential and strengthens the empowerment of village women.

Training for the use of cooperative applications in the Cooperative of the Republic of Indonesia (KP-RI) Mandiri Karangrejo Magetan Regency

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0700

The Cooperative of the Republic of Indonesia (KP-RI) Mandiri Karangrejo Magetan Regency has an important role in managing finances and providing economic benefits for its members consisting of Civil Servants (PNS) and government employees with work agreements. The problem in this cooperative is that it has difficulty in maintaining good financial accountability because of the limitations in the use of information technology, which is still being recorded manually using the Microsoft Excel application and has not followed adjustments to the new regulation, namely the Minister of Cooperative Regulation No. 4 of 2024 This program aims to improve cooperative financial accountability through the implementation of information technology in the form of appropriate cooperative applications or software. The methods used include training in the use of software or cooperative applications and mentoring in the application of the system. The expected results are increasing accuracy and transparency in the management of cooperative finances, reporting formats and accounting policies in accordance with Minister of Cooperative Regulation No. 4 of 2024 and will ultimately increase the confidence of members and operational efficiency of cooperatives. Conclusion From the community service activities carried out in this cooperative that the management is easier to manage cooperatives by applying cooperative applications that are able to process data quickly and accurately and in accordance with the format in the Minister of Cooperative Regulation No. 4 of 2024 so that the function of accuracy and transparency can be achieved. This is proven in the case of the completion of the reporting can be completed within 2 days where before using the Cooperative Application the annual report submission was delivered for more than 3 months from the specified time.

Early Investment Fraud Detection Training for Mother Community (Empowerment and Family Welfare Mobilization of Banjarejo Village)

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0700

Fraudulent investment schemes have become increasingly common, particularly targeting individuals with low financial literacy, such as housewives who manage household finances but often lack financial education. This community-based training, conducted with the Banjarejo Village Empowerment and Family Welfaregroup, used real case examples, participatory learning, and visual media to facilitate early detection skills. The one-day training involved 20 participants and resulted in significant improvement in understanding red flags of fraudulent investments. Post-training evaluations showed 85% of participants could correctly identify indicators of illegal schemes, and 70% committed to disseminating the knowledge in their communities. This initiative highlights the strategic role of mothers in financial literacy dissemination. Community-focused, practical training is effective in reducing vulnerability to investment fraud.

Implementation of Laundry Services Information Systems for MSMEs in Cekok Village - Ponorogo City

Ahmad Kudhori, Hedi Pandowo, Sundaru Guntur Wibowo, Dian Kusumaningrum — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0700

The Community Service Program (PKM) is focused on designing desktop -based information systems and equipped with Android -based applications for Aiko Laundry. For this Android application is a platform based on a local data base that is specifically designed can be accessed online to help Aiko Laundry in managing and marketing clothing laundry services. With the online booking feature, communication with customer service, and customer testimonials, customers can easily order laundry services, interact with customer service for special questions or requests, and provide testimonials about their experience with Aiko Laundry services. The main purpose of designing desktop and Android application Aiko Laundry Information Systems is to make a useful contribution to Aiko Laundry. Service is carried out by focusing on three special targets. First, designing and developing desktop -based applications and equipped with an Android application based on Aiko Laundry Information Systems. Second, compile a manual guide that provides complete guidelines on the use of Aiko Laundry information systems. Third, presenting presentations and conducting training to the Aiko Laundry Team to ensure a good understanding of the use of information systems. The implementation of laundry service information systems shows significant positive results on operations. An increase in efficiency (reduction of data input time and stock management) and accuracy (reducing errors/losses), has an impact on customer satisfaction thanks to more accurate order status information. Its main achievements include the development and implementation of systems, effective user training, and comprehensive system testing. The benefits that are felt include increasing employee productivity, service quality, and business benefits through the lack of data errors.