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Neoliberalism has been described as the most successful ideology in world history (Anders-son 2000). This has, in turn, impacted the modern media by dumbing down its public interest role, through cultivating concentrated media ownership patterns, which has produced hyper-commercial and elitist-driven content. This paper has the broad aim of provoking discussions and debates both for the Global South and Global North geospatial locations grappling with these neoliberal consequences, by considering what systemic alternative(s) to capitalist me-dia can be considered. It specifically explores the return of the anti-capitalist alternative media to South Africa’s print media terrain to function in a developmental role. With the aim to dilute the neoliberal capitalist nature of its media that has effectively perpetuated the dominance of the elite class at the expense of citizen-oriented and public interest imperatives (Govenden 2022). It furthers this argument by also comparatively drawing on two BRICS country case studies from Asia i.e. China and India.

This study examines the impact of crises on the use of populist communication and whether crises act as triggers for such communication. Whereas previous studies have focused on how populist challengers mobilise support during times of crisis, less attention has been paid to the overall usage of populist communication among political parties during periods of crisis. Therefore, this study takes a communication-oriented approach to analyse the overall usage of populist communication during two different crises, namely the euro crisis and the refugee crisis, to determine which one, if either, provides fertile ground for populist political communication. The findings reveal that crises do affect the usage of populist communication, although to different degrees depending on the crisis. Furthermore, niche and opposition parties utilise such communication more than mainstream and government parties. It is therefore suggested that crises influence the use of populist messaging, but factors such as government role and party status also significantly affect the usage of populist communication.

This study analyzes and visualizes the network dynamics of the "Tolak Penundaan Pemilu" movement on Twitter, focusing on network structure, types of relationships, and overall connectivity. Using Graph Theory to define the network and Resource Mobilization Theory (RMT) to understand the role of resources, particularly human resources, in mobilizing social movements, the study applies quantitative Social Network Analysis (SNA) to a dataset comprising 2,210 nodes and 1,406 edges. Data was collected through text mining using Netlytic and analyzed with Gephi and Ucinet. The results indicate that the network has a two-mode relationship type with a radial personal network communication pattern, and the relationship direction is directed and asymmetrical. The network structure consists of 35 components, 3 isolated nodes, 47 cutpoints, and no cliques, indicating a fragmented and hierarchical network nature. These findings provide insights into the distribution of information and support within the "Tolak Penundaan Pemilu" movement. This research contributes to the study of social network dynamics in political movements on Twitter by highlighting the interaction between network structure and resource mobilization, offering new perspectives on digital social movement organizational patterns, and enriching the understanding of how social networks influence and facilitate collective action in contemporary political contexts. Keywords: Social Movement, Graph Teory, Reject Election Postponement, SNA, Resource Mobilization Theory Abstrak Penelitian ini menganalisis dan memvisualisasikan dinamika jaringan gerakan "Tolak Penundaan Pemilu" di Twitter, dengan fokus pada struktur jaringan, jenis hubungan, dan konektivitas keseluruhan. Menggunakan Teori Graf untuk mendefinisikan jaringan serta Teori Mobilisasi Sumber Daya (RMT) untuk memahami peran sumber daya, khususnya sumber daya manusia, dalam memobilisasi gerakan sosial, penelitian ini menerapkan analisis jejaring sosial (SNA) kuantitatif pada dataset yang terdiri dari 2.210 node dan 1.406 edge. Data dikumpulkan melalui text mining menggunakan Netlytic dan dianalisis dengan Gephi serta Ucinet. Hasil menunjukkan bahwa jaringan ini memiliki jenis hubungan dua mode dengan pola komunikasi jaringan personal radial, serta arah hubungan yang terarah dan asimetris. Struktur jaringan terdiri dari 35 komponen, 3 isolated node, 47 cutpoints, tanpa adanya clique, yang menggambarkan sifat jaringan terfragmentasi dan hierarkis. Temuan ini memberikan wawasan tentang distribusi informasi dan dukungan dalam gerakan "Tolak Penundaan Pemilu". Penelitian ini berkontribusi pada kajian dinamika jejaring sosial dalam gerakan politik di Twitter dengan menyoroti interaksi antara struktur jaringan dan mobilisasi sumber daya, memberikan perspektif baru tentang pola organisasi gerakan sosial digital, serta memperkaya pemahaman tentang pengaruh jejaring sosial dalam memfasilitasi aksi kolektif di konteks politik kontemporer. Kata Kunci: Gerakan Sosial, Graph Theory , Tolak Penundaan Pemilu, SNA, Resource Mobilization Theory

The development of technology is one of the determining factors of social change. While cultural groups reject this postulate, indicating that political and economic powers are the ones responsible for the emergence of technology as a driver of these changes, it certainly challenges old conclusions regarding social change. One tangible manifestation of this phenomenon is the advancement of communication technology, which has significantly transformed traditional processes in the production, distribution, and reception of messages among the public. In the realm of religion, the development of communication technology has empowered cultural institutions to reach their followers. In the context of religious leaders in Indonesia, the penetration of religious messages within the community varies significantly when viewed through the lens of each technological advancement in its respective era. This research attempts to elaborate on the journey of da’wah (Islamic preaching) in Indonesia by examining its approaches through the use of different communication technologies across various times. Furthermore, this study discusses the implications of these changes on the self-perception of ulama and the broader Muslim community. This research contributes to the field of communication studies by revealing the dynamic interaction between technology, identity, and religious authority in contemporary Indonesia, while emphasizing the need for ongoing discussions about the role of cultural institutions in shaping societal values and beliefs. Keywords: Communication, Da’wah, Ulama, Technology. Abstrak Perkembangan teknologi menjadi salah satu faktor penentu dari perubahan sosial. Meskipun kelompok kulturalis menolak postulat ini, dengan megindikasikan kekuatan politik dan ekonomilah yang menyebabkan kehadiran teknologi selaku pendorong perubahan tersebut. Hal ini tentu saja menguji kesimpulan-kesimpulan lama terkait perubahan sosial. Salah satu bentuk nyata dari fenomena ini adalah perkembangan teknologi komuniasi. Di mana dalam perkembangannya hal ini merubah secara signifikan proses-proses lama dalam produksi pesan, pendistribusian, dan penerimannya di tengah khalayak. Di bidang keagamaan, perkembangan teknologi komunikasi telah memberikan kekuatan terhadap institusi budaya ini dalam menjangkau pengikutnya. Pada konteks pemuka agama di Indonesia, penetrasi pesan agama di tengah ummat memiliki pengaruh yang sangat berbeda jika dilihat dari setiap perkembangan teknologi komunikasi di masing-masing era. Penelitian ini mencoba untuk mengelaborasi perjalanan da’wah di Indonesia dilihat dari pendekatannya dengan penggunaan teknologi komunikasi yang berbeda di setiap zamannya. Selanjutnya, penelitian ini membahas implikasi perubahan ini terhadap persepsi diri ulama dan komunitas Muslim yang lebih luas. Penelitian ini berkontribusi pada bidang studi komunikasi dengan mengungkapkan interaksi dinamis antara teknologi, identitas, dan otoritas keagamaan di Indonesia kontemporer, serta menekankan perlunya diskusi berkelanjutan tentang peran institusi budaya dalam membentuk nilai-nilai dan keyakinan masyarakat. Kata Kunci: Komunikasi, Da’wah, Ulama, Teknologi.

The widespread use of social media has fundamentally transformed how people communicate, collaborate, and interact, leading to significant shifts in social structure and contemporary cultural order. This study aims to analyze the role of social media in revolutionizing public service implementation in the digital era. The research uses a qualitative approach, utilizing Google Collab and Nvivo as analytical tools. Key findings reveal that internet usage is dominated by adolescents and adults, which accelerates the adoption of public services through social media, primarily due to the high level of technological literacy among users. The results of this study contribute to the literature by highlighting the role of social media as an effective tool to overcome the limitations of conventional communication in public services. The practical implications of this study indicate the potential for improving public service standards at the international level through the optimization of social media to reach the community more broadly and efficiently. Keywords: social media, e-government, e-governance, innovation division, web 2.0 Abstrak Penggunaan media sosial yang luas telah secara mendasar mengubah cara orang berkomunikasi, berkolaborasi, dan berinteraksi, serta menyebabkan pergeseran signifikan dalam struktur sosial dan tatanan budaya kontemporer. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis peran media sosial dalam merevolusi implementasi pelayanan publik di era digital. Metode yang digunakan adalah pendekatan kualitatif dengan memanfaatkan alat analisis Google Collab dan Nvivo. Temuan utama menunjukkan bahwa penggunaan internet didominasi oleh remaja dan orang dewasa, yang mempercepat adopsi layanan publik melalui media sosial, terutama karena tingginya tingkat literasi teknologi di kalangan pengguna. Hasil penelitian ini berkontribusi pada literatur dengan menekankan peran media sosial sebagai alat efektif untuk mengatasi keterbatasan komunikasi konvensional dalam pelayanan publik. Implikasi praktis dari penelitian ini menunjukkan potensi peningkatan standar pelayanan publik di tingkat internasional melalui optimalisasi media sosial untuk menjangkau masyarakat secara lebih luas dan efisien. Kata Kunci: media sosial, e-government, e-governance, divisi inovasi, web 2.0

Minimum Service Standards (MSS) are specific provisions that must be fulfilled by local governments as a concurrent obligation targeted to reach 100% every year. However, as of 2023, Bekasi City has not achieved the set targets. The MSS Service Quality Achievement Index in Bekasi City is still relatively low, with all 6 MSS falling under the "Unfinished" category. This indicates problems in MSS implementation, including issues related to policy, planning, budgeting, and execution involving policymakers, implementers, and service recipients. This study aims to map the challenges in implementing MSS in Bekasi using Soft System Methodology (SSM) analysis and provide recommendations for addressing the identified issues. This research adopts a qualitative approach with action research methodology. Data collection techniques include analyzing relevant documents to understand the problem situation and conducting SSM's seven stages of analysis. This study contributes to the literature by applying SSM to understand and enhance policy implementation at the local level, which can be adapted to similar contexts in neighboring Malaysia and Singapore. The findings serve as a reference for improving MSS implementation and enhancing public service quality. Keywords: Minimum Service Standards, Soft System Methodology, policy implementation, Bekasi City Abstrak Standar Pelayanan Minimal (SPM) merupakan ketentuan khusus yang harus dipenuhi oleh pemerintah daerah sebagai kewajiban bersama yang ditargetkan mencapai 100% setiap tahun. Namun, hingga tahun 2023, Kota Bekasi belum mencapai target yang ditetapkan. Indeks Pencapaian Kualitas Layanan SPM di Kota Bekasi masih tergolong rendah, di mana dari 6 SPM, semuanya berada dalam kategori belum tercapai. Hal ini menunjukkan adanya permasalahan dalam implementasi SPM, baik dari aspek kebijakan, perencanaan, penganggaran, hingga pelaksanaan yang melibatkan aktor-aktor kebijakan, pelaksana, dan penerima layanan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memetakan permasalahan dalam penerapan SPM di Kota Bekasi menggunakan analisis Soft System Methodology (SSM) serta memberikan rekomendasi untuk tindak lanjut dari permasalahan yang telah dipetakan. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode action research. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan memahami dokumen-dokumen terkait untuk memberikan gambaran situasi masalah dan melakukan analisis dengan menerapkan tujuh tahapan SSM. Hasil penelitian ini berkontribusi pada literatur dengan menerapkan SSM untuk memahami dan meningkatkan implementasi kebijakan di tingkat lokal, yang dapat diadaptasi di sistem serupa seperti Malaysia dan Singapura. Temuan ini dapat digunakan sebagai acuan untuk memperbaiki implementasi SPM dan meningkatkan kualitas layanan publik. Kata Kunci: Standar Pelayanan Minimal, Soft System Methodology, implementasi kebijakan, Kota Bekasi

Stigma and discrimination continue to persist in the leprosy village of Sumberglagah, despite government efforts to provide social assistance and community empowerment programs. This article aims to uncover the dynamics of communication and the perceptions of village elites and community members regarding the effectiveness of various government policies targeting Sumberglagah. Utilizing elite theory and a three-dimensional framework—cognitive, affective, and conative—the study employs a mixed-methods approach. Qualitative data were gathered through interviews with five elite village informants, while quantitative data were collected from a survey of 100 respondents in Tanjungkenongo village. Findings indicate that, from the elite perspective, government programs are perceived as relatively ineffective in addressing the needs of the leprosy community, primarily due to a culture of reliance on external assistance from both government and non-government sources. In contrast, quantitative analysis reveals that the community generally expresses satisfaction with government programs, with an average satisfaction score exceeding 4. However, there is notable skepticism regarding the long-term impact of these programs, as reflected in the low community engagement with government-initiated empowerment programs. This study highlights the divergence in perceptions between elites and the community concerning government interventions, emphasizing the need for more effective and culturally attuned strategies to address the unique challenges faced by leprosy-affected communities. Abstrak Stigma dan diskriminasi masih terjadi di desa leprosy Sumberglagah, meskipun pemerintah telah berupaya memberikan program bantuan sosial dan pemberdayaan masyarakat. Artikel ini bertujuan untuk mengungkap dinamika komunikasi dan persepsi elit desa serta masyarakat terkait efektivitas berbagai kebijakan pemerintah di Sumberglagah. Dengan menggunakan teori elit dan kerangka tiga dimensi—kognitif, afektif, dan konatif—penelitian ini mengadopsi pendekatan metode campuran. Data kualitatif diperoleh dari wawancara dengan lima informan elit desa, sementara data kuantitatif diperoleh melalui survei terhadap 100 responden di desa Tanjungkenongo. Temuan menunjukkan bahwa dari perspektif elit, program pemerintah cenderung dianggap kurang efektif dalam memenuhi kebutuhan komunitas leprosy, disebabkan oleh budaya ketergantungan pada bantuan dari pihak pemerintah dan non-pemerintah. Sebaliknya, analisis kuantitatif mengungkapkan bahwa masyarakat umumnya merasa puas dengan program pemerintah, dengan rata-rata skor kepuasan melebihi 4. Namun, terdapat skeptisisme mengenai dampak jangka panjang dari program tersebut, tercermin dari rendahnya partisipasi masyarakat dalam program pemberdayaan yang diinisiasi pemerintah. Penelitian ini menyoroti perbedaan persepsi antara elit dan masyarakat tentang intervensi pemerintah, menekankan perlunya strategi yang lebih efektif dan sesuai dengan konteks budaya untuk menghadapi tantangan unik yang dihadapi komunitas yang terkena dampak lepra. Keywords: Policy; Elite; Village Community; Leprosy

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) plays a vital role in fostering an empowered and sustainable society, particularly concerning environmental conservation efforts. This study explores the implementation of CSR communication through a multicultural lens by PT Kilang Pertamina Internasional Refinery Unit II Sungai Pakning, focusing on its "Permata Hijau Pesisir Gambut" program aimed at preserving the environment and protecting coastal areas. Employing a qualitative descriptive method, data were gathered through in-depth interviews, literature reviews, and document analysis. The Miles and Huberman data analysis model was utilized, which encompasses data collection, presentation, and simultaneous conclusion drawing, supported by source triangulation to ensure data validity. The findings indicate that PT Kilang Pertamina Internasional Refinery Unit II effectively adopts the triple bottom line approach of "planet, people, and profit" to attain sustainable development. By integrating multicultural principles, the CSR program aligns with community needs and cultural contexts along the peatland coast. A symmetrical CSR communication model was implemented, incorporating socialization, training, and direct assistance in collaboration with local groups, such as the Harapan Bersama Group, to establish the Mangrove Education Center Ecotourism. This approach exemplifies the effectiveness of culturally adaptive CSR strategies in promoting environmental sustainability. Keywords: CSR Communication, Multicultural, Sustainable Environment, Pertamina Abstrak Tanggung jawab sosial perusahaan (CSR) memainkan peran penting dalam membangun masyarakat yang berdaya dan berkelanjutan, terutama dalam upaya konservasi lingkungan. Penelitian ini mengeksplorasi pelaksanaan komunikasi CSR melalui pendekatan multikultural oleh PT Kilang Pertamina Internasional Refinery Unit II Sungai Pakning, dengan fokus pada program "Permata Hijau Pesisir Gambut" yang bertujuan untuk melestarikan lingkungan dan melindungi daerah pesisir. Menggunakan metode deskriptif kualitatif, data dikumpulkan melalui wawancara mendalam, tinjauan pustaka, dan analisis dokumen. Model analisis data Miles dan Huberman digunakan, yang mencakup pengumpulan data, presentasi, dan penarikan kesimpulan secara bersamaan, didukung oleh triangulasi sumber untuk memastikan validitas data. Temuan menunjukkan bahwa PT Kilang Pertamina Internasional Refinery Unit II berhasil mengadopsi pendekatan triple bottom line "planet, people, dan profit" untuk mencapai pembangunan berkelanjutan. Dengan mengintegrasikan prinsip-prinsip multikultural, program CSR ini selaras dengan kebutuhan komunitas dan konteks budaya di sepanjang pesisir lahan gambut. Model komunikasi CSR yang simetris diterapkan, mencakup sosialisasi, pelatihan, dan bantuan langsung bekerja sama dengan kelompok lokal, seperti Harapan Bersama Group, untuk mendirikan Ecotourism Pusat Pendidikan Mangrove. Pendekatan ini menunjukkan efektivitas strategi CSR yang adaptif secara budaya dalam mempromosikan keberlanjutan lingkungan. Kata Kunci: Komunikasi CSR, Lingkungan Berkelanjutan, Pertamina

This study examines the impact of identity-based political marketing on voter interest in Tasikmalaya City for the 2024 Legislative Elections. Using a quantitative research design with a survey approach, data were collected through questionnaires distributed to a randomly selected sample from the city's official voter list. Multiple linear regression analysis was employed to assess the relationship between identity-based political marketing strategies (independent variables) and voter interest (dependent variable). The findings indicate that identity-based political marketing strategies—which include ethnic, religious, and cultural factors—significantly influence voter interest. This underscores the critical role of identity politics in shaping voter preferences in Tasikmalaya City. These results suggest that political parties and legislative candidates should tailor their campaign strategies to align with the local voter identity dynamics. Understanding the complexity of identity politics is essential for political actors to formulate effective and relevant campaign strategies. A deep understanding of how identity factors influence voter engagement can enhance voter participation and promote a more inclusive and representative democratic process. This research provides valuable insights into how identity politics can be strategically leveraged to influence election outcomes. Keywords: Political Marketing, Identity Politics, Voter Interest, Legislative Elections, Abstrak Penelitian ini mengkaji dampak pemasaran politik berbasis identitas terhadap minat pemilih di Kota Tasikmalaya untuk Pemilihan Legislatif 2024. Menggunakan desain penelitian kuantitatif dengan pendekatan survei, data dikumpulkan melalui kuesioner yang disebarkan kepada sampel yang dipilih secara acak dari daftar pemilih tetap (DPT) kota tersebut. Analisis regresi linier berganda digunakan untuk menilai hubungan antara strategi pemasaran politik berbasis identitas (variabel independen) dan minat pemilih (variabel dependen). Temuan menunjukkan bahwa strategi pemasaran politik berbasis identitas—yang mencakup faktor etnis, agama, dan budaya—secara signifikan memengaruhi minat pemilih. Hal ini menegaskan peran penting politik identitas dalam membentuk preferensi pemilih di Kota Tasikmalaya. Hasil ini menyarankan agar partai politik dan calon legislatif menyesuaikan strategi kampanye mereka dengan dinamika identitas pemilih lokal. Memahami kompleksitas politik identitas penting bagi aktor politik untuk merumuskan strategi kampanye yang efektif dan relevan. Pemahaman yang mendalam tentang bagaimana faktor identitas memengaruhi keterlibatan pemilih dapat meningkatkan partisipasi pemilih dan mendorong proses demokrasi yang lebih inklusif dan representatif. Penelitian ini memberikan wawasan berharga tentang bagaimana politik identitas dapat dimanfaatkan secara strategis untuk memengaruhi hasil pemilihan. Kata Kunci: Marketing Politik, Politik Identitas, Minat Pemilih, Pemilu Legislatif,

Violence against women in politics is fundamentally rooted in the patriarchal socio-cultural construct that creates unfair and unequal perspectives, disadvantaging women while benefiting men. This study focuses on the violence experienced by women due to the perspectives and power relations shaped by long-standing patriarchal values. Using Standpoint Theory and the theory of power relations in communication influenced by patriarchal culture, this research analyzes how differences in viewpoints between men and women can lead to divergent ideas, attitudes, knowledge, and behaviors regarding women. The study adopts a qualitative approach using a single holistic case study method. The research object is the perspective underlying violence against women in politics. The entrenched patriarchal culture has reinforced discriminatory understanding and awareness towards women. Consequently, this study emphasizes the importance of a continuous movement to eradicate political violence, aiming to establish a political communication framework that is free from violence and equitable for all, regardless of gender. Keywords: Political Violence, Patriarchy, Political Culture, Women, Standpoint Theory Abstrak Kekerasan terhadap perempuan dalam politik pada dasarnya berakar pada konstruksi sosial-budaya patriarkal yang membentuk perspektif yang tidak adil dan tidak setara, merugikan perempuan dan menguntungkan laki-laki. Penelitian ini berfokus pada kekerasan yang dialami perempuan akibat perspektif dan relasi kuasa yang dibentuk oleh nilai-nilai patriarki yang telah lama mengakar. Dengan menggunakan Teori Standpoint dan teori relasi kuasa dalam komunikasi yang dipengaruhi oleh budaya patriarkal, penelitian ini menganalisis bagaimana perbedaan sudut pandang antara laki-laki dan perempuan dapat menghasilkan ide, sikap, pengetahuan, dan perilaku yang berbeda terhadap perempuan. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode studi kasus holistik tunggal. Objek penelitian adalah perspektif yang melandasi kekerasan terhadap perempuan dalam politik. Budaya patriarkal yang mengakar kuat telah memperkuat pemahaman dan kesadaran diskriminatif terhadap perempuan. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini menekankan pentingnya gerakan berkelanjutan untuk menghapus kekerasan politik, dengan tujuan membangun kerangka komunikasi politik yang bebas dari kekerasan dan adil bagi semua pihak, tanpa memandang gender. Kata kunci: kekerasan-politik, partiarki, budaya politik, perempuan, stanpoint theory

Indonesia, located in the Pacific Ring of Fire, is highly vulnerable to natural disasters, particularly volcanic eruptions. The Yogyakarta Province, including Sleman Regency, regularly faces threats from Mount Merapi eruptions. This research aims to analyze the integration of disaster communication in Sleman Regency through a cultural approach and the utilization of the SIMANTAB (Sleman Disaster Resilience Information System) application. Using a qualitative case study method, data were collected through in-depth interviews with the Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD), local communities, and residents. The findings reveal that BPBD Sleman successfully integrates technology and local cultural values in crafting effective disaster communication messages. The SIMANTAB application is used as the primary tool in disaster mitigation and management, particularly for Mount Merapi eruptions, while still respecting local wisdom and involving community leaders. This digital innovation aligns with E-Government principles while preserving cultural values in message delivery. Strong leadership commitment, collaboration with media actors, and ongoing training and support for the community enhance preparedness for emergency situations. This study underscores the importance of integrating cultural and technological approaches to strengthen sustainable disaster communication strategies that are responsive to community needs. Keywords: Disaster Communication, SIMANTAB Application, Merapi Mount Abstrak Indonesia, terletak di wilayah cincin api Pasifik, memiliki risiko tinggi terhadap bencana alam, terutama erupsi gunung berapi. Provinsi Yogyakarta, termasuk Kabupaten Sleman, secara rutin menghadapi ancaman erupsi Gunung Merapi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis integrasi komunikasi bencana di Kabupaten Sleman melalui pendekatan budaya dan penggunaan aplikasi SIMANTAB (Sistem Informasi Sleman Tangguh Bencana). Menggunakan metode kualitatif dan studi kasus, data diperoleh melalui wawancara mendalam dengan Badan Penanggulangan Bencana Daerah (BPBD), komunitas lokal, dan masyarakat. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa BPBD Sleman berhasil menggabungkan teknologi dan budaya dalam menyusun pesan komunikasi bencana yang efektif. Aplikasi SIMANTAB digunakan sebagai alat utama dalam mitigasi dan penanggulangan bencana, khususnya terkait erupsi Gunung Merapi, dengan tetap mempertimbangkan kearifan lokal dan peran tokoh masyarakat. Inovasi digitalisasi ini sejalan dengan prinsip E-Government, namun tetap mempertahankan nilai budaya dalam penyampaian pesan. Komitmen pemimpin daerah, kolaborasi dengan media, serta pelatihan dan pendampingan kepada masyarakat memperkuat kesiapan menghadapi situasi darurat. Penelitian ini menegaskan pentingnya integrasi budaya dan teknologi dalam memperkuat strategi komunikasi bencana yang berkelanjutan dan responsif terhadap kebutuhan masyarakat. Kata Kunci: Komunikasi Bencana, Aplikasi SIMANTAB, Gunung Merapi

Digital transformation in public services is essential for enhancing government performance and modernizing systems. In the realm of multicultural communication, it's crucial that technology is both technically effective and culturally inclusive. This research analyzes trends in digital government transformation from 2018 to 2022, revealing 340 indexed research articles in the Scopus database. Using qualitative research and bibliometric analysis with CiteSpace software, the study examines publications based on the number of articles, contributing countries, fields of study, authors, affiliated institutions, and citation counts. The findings indicate a rising trend in publications, with computer science as a core discipline. Digital organizational resilience emerges as a dominant topic, emphasizing the need for governments to adapt to technological changes effectively. The University of the Aegean is noted as a leading institution, while Draheim has the highest contribution level, and Russia is identified as the most prolific contributing country. The implications suggest that for successful digital transformation, governments must prioritize inclusivity and cultural sensitivity in their technology strategies. This research contributes to understanding how multicultural communication can enhance digital initiatives and emphasizes the importance of considering all societal segments in policy development. Ultimately, the findings lay a foundation for developing a more inclusive government through sustainable technology and recognition of cultural diversity, enabling better engagement and service delivery to diverse communities. Keywords: Bibliometric Analysis, CiteSpace, Digital Transformation, E-Government, Multicultural Communication. Abstrak Transformasi digital dalam pelayanan publik merupakan langkah untuk meningkatkan kinerja pemerintahan dan modernisasi sistem pemerintahan. Dalam konteks komunikasi multikultural, penting untuk memastikan bahwa teknologi tidak hanya efektif secara teknis namun juga inklusif secara budaya. Penelitian ini menganalisis tren transformasi pemerintahan digital dalam lima tahun terakhir, yaitu pada tahun 2018 hingga 2022. Temuannya, terdapat 340 artikel penelitian tentang transformasi pemerintahan digital yang terindeks di database Scopus. Metode yang digunakan adalah penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi literatur. Penelitian ini menerapkan analisis bibliometrik menggunakan software CiteSpace. Selanjutnya makalah disajikan berdasarkan jumlah publikasi, negara kontributor, bidang studi, penulis, institusi afiliasi, isu terkait, dan sitasi tinggi. Penelitian ini menunjukkan tren publikasi yang meningkat, dengan ilmu komputer menjadi disiplin inti dalam penelitian ini. Melalui analisis beberapa sumber, ketahanan organisasi digital menjadi trending topik yang dominan. Selain itu, Universitas Aegean adalah institusi terkemuka. Draheim merupakan penulis dengan tingkat kontribusi tertinggi, namun Rusia menjadi negara yang memberikan kontribusi paling besar. Pada akhirnya, hasil penelitian tersebut menjadi preferensi untuk mengembangkan pemerintahan yang lebih inklusif dengan menerapkan teknologi berkelanjutan dan mempertimbangkan keberagaman budaya. Kata Kunci: Analisis Bibliometrik, CiteSpace, Transformasi Digital, E-Government, Komunikasi Multikultural.

This study examines the characteristics, role of social media, and self-esteem of victims in cyberbullying cases in Indonesia, motivated by the growing phenomenon of bullying behavior on social media platforms. The research aims to analyze how these characteristics and the social environment influence the self-esteem of cyberbullying victims. The study employed a qualitative descriptive method, using purposive sampling to select 20 informants who have experienced cyberbullying, including children, adolescents, and adults in Bandung. Data were collected through in-depth interviews. The findings indicate that cyberbullying negatively impacts victims' self-esteem, leading to trauma, social isolation, and reduced confidence. This lack of self-esteem is influenced by the anonymity of perpetrators and the rapid spread of harmful content. The study also highlights that gender, age, and social environment significantly shape the victims' experiences. Negative emotional turmoil is a major reason for perpetrators to engage in cyberbullying. The results suggest that early prevention and intervention from parents or guardians are crucial. Families should prioritize creating a supportive environment to enhance the resilience of children exposed to cyberbullying. These insights can contribute to developing more effective strategies to reduce the impact of cyberbullying on victims. Keywords: cyberbullying, social media, self-esteem. Abstrak Penelitian ini mengkaji karakteristik, peran media sosial, dan harga diri (self-esteem) korban dalam kasus cyberbullying di Indonesia, yang dilatarbelakangi oleh meningkatnya fenomena perilaku perundungan di media sosial. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis bagaimana karakteristik dan lingkungan sosial mempengaruhi harga diri korban cyberbullying. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif deskriptif, dengan pemilihan 20 informan yang pernah menjadi korban cyberbullying melalui teknik purposive sampling, mencakup anak-anak, remaja, dan dewasa di Kota Bandung. Data dikumpulkan melalui wawancara mendalam. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa cyberbullying berdampak negatif pada harga diri korban, menyebabkan trauma, isolasi sosial, dan penurunan rasa percaya diri. Rendahnya harga diri ini dipengaruhi oleh anonimitas pelaku dan penyebaran informasi yang cepat. Penelitian juga menemukan bahwa jenis kelamin, usia, dan lingkungan sosial memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap pengalaman korban. Gejolak emosi negatif menjadi alasan utama pelaku melakukan cyberbullying. Hasil ini mengindikasikan pentingnya pencegahan dan intervensi dini dari orang tua atau wali. Keluarga harus menciptakan lingkungan yang mendukung untuk meningkatkan ketahanan anak yang mengalami cyberbullying. Temuan ini dapat berkontribusi pada pengembangan strategi yang lebih efektif untuk mengurangi dampak negatif cyberbullying terhadap korban. Kata Kunci: cyberbullying, media sosial, self-esteem.

This study aims to analyze the collaboration between Artificial Intelligence (AI) and journalists in online media using the Human-Machine Communication (HMC) approach. The research method used is a literature study. Data is processed using Miles and Huberman data analysis techniques. The results of this study indicate that AI is used in three primary stages of journalism: news gathering, news production, and news distribution. At the news gathering stage, AI assists journalists in collecting news materials from various sources and analyzing audience interest in specific topics. AI is used in news script creation, editing, and proofreading at the news production stage. AI chatbots and NLP programs help with automatic news writing and factual verification. Meanwhile, at the news distribution stage, AI is used for content personalization, news recommendations, and SEO optimization in online media. From the HMC perspective, collaboration between AI and journalists can be conceptualized as a unidirectional and two-way process. Collaboration between AI and journalists in a social context also occurs at the micro, meso, and macro levels, where interactions between humans and machines affect the social situation, the immediate reality of individuals, and the structure of society as a whole.

O artigo investiga o caso do filme Tenet, de Christopher Nolan: um blockbuster que intencionalmente inviabiliza o entendimento da sua história. A problematização parte do conceito de followability, de Gallie, que descreve o ato de acompanhar uma história na articulação das ações de compreensão e explicação. Com base na perspectiva teórico-metodológica neoformalista e cognitivista dos estudos de cinema, de Bordwell e Thompson, analisamos a relação entre os dispositivos formais do filme e as atividades mentais executadas pelos espectadores. Como resultado, defendemos que Tenet constrói uma forma áspera no aspecto proairético da narrativa, o que estimula o público a produzir, com diferentes técnicas, narrativas suplementares de explicação, para serem compartilhadas em ambientes online. Dessa maneira, a incompreensão em Tenet engendra uma apropriação cult, associada à lógica da produção de conteúdos na cultura digital.

Este artigo dialoga com os dados de uma pesquisa etnográfica virtual, oriundos de um grupo focal online, realizado com 17 mulheres jovens usuárias do aplicativo Instagram. Analisa-se a produção de sentidos sobre as selfies enquanto práticas culturais implicadas em processos subjetivos e identitários. As análises elucidam o caráter narrativo e performático das selfies, mediante as quais os sujeitos experienciam a si mesmos e seus corpos em busca de visibilidade e aprovação social. O texto trata, ainda, sobre as visualizações, curtidas e comentários enquanto intencionalidades dessas práticas e os efeitos que produzem nas subjetividades. Conclui-se que a identidade se desloca da estabilidade para uma identidade que carrega traços da era hipermoderna: efêmera, volátil e experimental.

The emotional and confessional nature of mental health disclosures on television sometimes induces audiences to share their own personal stories of mental health struggles in return. The term testimony loop is suggested to conceptualise this phenomenon, whereby Norwegian television participants become receivers of many audience testimonies through private messages on social media platforms. The participants represent the programme to the public and perform emotional labour through interacting with the audience and engaging with the testimonies received. While some television participants in this study, particularly the females, genuinely appreciated their role as helpers, others found this appeal to interact emotionally strenuous. By way of the television participants’ own attestations, this study seeks to enrich the understanding of the complexities involved in confessing personal stories of illness, suffering, and trauma within the context of mass media.

Neste texto, temos como objetivo analisar a circulação de sentidos referentes a três vídeos do programa Rasta News, conteúdo pertencente à Brasil Paralelo. Para isto, realizamos um debate sobre a relação entre cultura, comunicação e os movimentos do segmento conservador para participar da arena cultural. Também discutimos sobre estudos de recepção para articular a noção de circulação e a formação de comunidades interpretativas. Os sentidos da audiência em relação aos vídeos foram coletados de forma massiva através de suas manifestações nos comentários, o que somou 17.747 publicações. Os dados foram sistematizados por intermédio do software Iramuteq. Concluímos que é possível pensar no grupo conservador que se manifestou nos comentários como uma comunidade interpretativa, uma vez que havia uma coesão entre os comentários e os sentidos produzidos nos vídeos, cujo teor articulava: (a) parabenizações generalizadas pelo conteúdo exposto; (b) pontos de discussão específicos relacionados estritamente à temática do vídeo; (c) produção de dicotomias entre o ponto em discussão e sua adesão por parte da direta e da esquerda. Alguns dos temas tratados foram: papel da publicidade; uso de linguagem neutra; e credibilidade do jornalismo.

Studies on news avoidance rely on a range of theories to explain why news avoidance takes place and its potential consequences, and the debates on different ways of measuring news avoidance have been lively. Despite the numerous approaches and conceptualisations, there is room to theorise what news avoidance entails as a social phenomenon. In this study, we posit that news avoidance can fruitfully be approached as a form of negative social action embedded in a negative social space – a realm of the lifeworld filled with non-doings and non-appearance. We apply this approach, which opens up new questions in the field of news avoidance studies, to a case study of Swedes who opted out of national public service news in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic. Findings suggest that avoiders of public service news occupy relatively precarious social positions, and that news avoidance is embedded in a broader negative social space.

The notion of intervention is gaining traction among Western environmental journalists. While existing research has predominantly focused on countries outside the Nordic region, in our study we investigate the self-perceptions of professional journalists in the Nordic countries of Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. Through semi-structured interviews, we examine the roles that Nordic journalists construct when reflecting on covering the environmental beat, paying particular attention to how they make sense of the idea of intervening – that is, their involvement in interpreting, making sense of, and engaging the public in environmental issues. Using thematic qualitative analysis to analyse the interviews, we have identified four journalistic roles: 1) objective news provider, 2) critical watchdog, 3) sense-maker and educator, and 4) environmental advocate. Our findings suggest that Nordic journalists intervene byadhering to professional norms and practices and renegotiating them. While the role of objective news provider remains prominent among Nordic journalists, it is intertwined with various forms of intervention across all identified roles.

Este texto parte do seguinte problema: quais são os principais quadros de sentido construídos por jornais da mídia tradicional sobre os eventos do 8 de janeiro em Brasília? Para tanto, foram analisadas as edições impressas de 9 de janeiro de 2023, um dia após os eventos, veiculadas por quatro jornais brasileiros: Folha de S. Paulo, Estado de S. Paulo, O Globo e Correio Braziliense, por meio de Análise de Conteúdo e com base no conceito operador de enquadramento, para compreender como se deu o processo de construção das notícias e reportagens sobre os atentados ocorridos em Brasília. A partir das análises, é possível identificar que as capas em questão mostraram tanto em formas textuais quanto imagéticas a repulsa contra os ataques de 8 de janeiro à democracia com posicionamentos e quadros de sentido que evidenciam as ações de terrorismo e depredação de patrimônio público daquele acontecimento e a luta pelo direito à democracia no país.

Bu çalışma, VOSviewer yazılımının temel niteliklerini, kullanım alanlarını ve yazılım aracılığıyla bibliyometrik analizlerin nasıl yapıldığını ve bu yazılımın sağladığı avantajları ele almaktadır. Bibliyometrik analizler, belirli bir araştırma alanındaki eğilimleri, ilişkileri ve gelişmeleri anlamak için kullanılan önemli bir analiz tekniğidir. VOSviewer, büyük miktarda veriyi görsel bir temsile dönüştürme kapasitesi ile diğer araçlardan ayrılmaktadır. VOSviewer, bilimsel yayınlar, dergiler, yazarlar ve anahtar kelimeler gibi çeşitli ağları oluşturarak, bu ağlardaki öğelerin birbirleriyle olan bağlantılarını analiz etmektedir. Van Eck ve Waltman (2010) tarafından geliştirilen VOSviewer, herhangi bir programlama bilgisi gerektirmemesi, kullanıcı dostu arayüzü ve farklı veri tabanlarından dosyaları kabul edebilmesi gibi özellikleri ile dikkat çekmekte ve benzeri yazılımlardan ayrışmaktadır. Araştırmacılar, VOSviewer’ı kullanarak bibliyometrik haritalar oluşturmakta, görselleştirmekte ve analiz etmektedirler. Çalışmada, VOSviewer'ın sağladığı analiz teknikleri arasında ağ düzeni ve kümeleme, doğal dil işleme ve bibliyometrik ağlar oluşturma özelliklerine de yer verilmiştir. Çalışma ile VOSviewer yazılımının büyük miktarda veriyi anlamlı ve görsel bir şekilde sunarak, araştırmacıların belirli bir alandaki eğilimleri, ilişkileri ve ana aktörleri daha iyi kavramalarına olanak sağladığı sonucuna erişilmiştir.

Leadership refers to the ability and capacity to direct, inspire and influence individuals or groups to achieve a common goal. However, leadership is a multifaceted concept that covers a wide range of qualities, behaviors and communication skills exhibited by individuals who are in a position of authority and naturally assume the leadership role. Communication skills are the ability to effectively and efficiently convey information, thoughts, ideas and feelings to others through verbal, non-verbal, written or visual elements. The combination of these components brings success in both personal and social interactions. One of the factors behind the success of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, who built a modern, democratic and secular nation-state from the ruins of the Ottoman Empire, is that he had both leadership and effective communication qualities. Atatürk has always been an example to both his nation and the world with these qualities. These talents of his were instrumental in shaping modern Turkey, in putting forward the vision of the nation, in implementing bold reforms, in building a state after struggles and in instilling a sense of national unity and solidarity. Turkish people has made him a national hero while being respected by the world. The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between Mustafa Kemal Atatürk's intellectual, political, charismatic, transformative, democratic and autocratic leadership types and his communication skills. In order to determine the above-mentioned characteristics, firstly, Atatürk's life and some of the revolutions he made were included. Then, in order to determine his leadership characteristics, his actions in the context of leadership theories were discussed. Afterwards, some of their behaviours were examined within the scope of basic communication skills in order to understand their communication skills. In the study, the descriptive research method, which is a method that aims to reveal the relationships between events by evaluating existing or past information in line with standards, was used. As a result of the examination, it was concluded that Atatürk had all of the basic leadership qualities and effective communication skills.

Institutionalization is a management strategy that differs from traditional management in that organizational structures are designed to be more flexible, participatory, and free of hierarchy and detail. Additionally, institutionalization emphasizes the efficient application of professional management strategies. In other words, institutionalization refers to creating a functional mechanism inside the firm. The textile industry in Yemen is vital to the nation's economy since it substantially contributes to economic development and creates jobs. Institutionalization, which is the process of establishing and adhering to formal rules, processes, and practices inside organizations, might affect its effectiveness. There are several other aspects as well. Within the framework of the Yemeni textile industry, the purpose of this research is to explore the influence that institutionalization has on the performance of employees. This research demonstrates the need to establish successful institutionalization within the Yemeni textile industry based on the literature review conducted before this study. Policymakers, managers, and industry stakeholders are urged to build and implement strong institutional frameworks that enable employee involvement, empowerment, and appreciation. These frameworks should be designed to maximize staff productivity. By doing so, businesses can improve their employees' performance, increase their productivity, and contribute to the continued expansion of the textile industry in Yemen.

Belediyelerin sosyal medya kullanımının incelendiği bu araştırmada, iletişimin insan hayatının vazgeçilmez bir parçası olduğu belirtilmiştir. Gelişen iletişim teknolojilerinin bu durumu daha da önemli hale getirdiği belirtilen araştırmada, iletişimin çift yönlü bir süreç olduğu vurgulanmıştır. X platformu özelinde yapılan araştırmada, sosyal medyanın bilgilendirme ve haber alma aracı olarak kullanılmasının, toplumdaki kurumların da bu araca yönelmesini kaçınılmaz kıldığı belirtilmiştir. Belediyelerin sosyal medyayı kullanma stratejileri incelenmiş ve hedef kitleyi belirleme, içerik hazırlama, yasal gizlilik endişeleri ve erişilebilirlik konuları ele alınmıştır. Araştırmada, Türkiye’nin 7 coğrafi bölgesinden büyükşehir özelliği taşımayan merkez belediyelerinin x platformu üzerinden yaptığı 1 Ocak ve 31 Aralık 2023 tarihleri arasındaki paylaşımlar incelenmiştir. Burdur, Çanakkale, Karaman, Tokat, Muş, Siirt ve Uşak belediyeleri üzerinden elde edilen verilerin analizi, çok yönlü olarak ele alınmıştır. Sonuç bölümünde, belediyelerin sosyal medyayı etkili bir şekilde kullanabilmeleri için, uygun stratejiler geliştirmeleri önerilmiştir. Ayrıca, belediyelerin sosyal medya platformlarını düzenli olarak analiz etmeleri ve stratejilerini optimize etmeleri gerektiği vurgulanmıştır. Araştırmanın yöntemi içerik analizi olarak belirtilmiştir. Sonuç olarak, belediyelerin sosyal medyayı etkin bir şekilde kullanarak vatandaşlarla iletişim kurarak hizmetlerini tanıtması önerilmiştir.

Modern çağın, “dijital ekonomi”ye dönüşmeye başlayan ekonomilerde, devletlerin işleyişini de değiştirmedeki etkisinin, dikkat çekici bir katkıya sahip olduğunu söylemek gerekir. Siyasi ve sosyal gücün e-Devlet imkanlarıyla, adeta bir devrimle, dijital yapıya dönüşmesi ifadesi bütüyle bir hayal veya abartı değildir. Gözetim, yüzyıllardan bu yana farklı yöntemler ile toplumlar üzerinde uygulanan pratikleri kapsamaktadır. Bu deneyimlerin temel amacı, mevcut otoritenin toplumu kontrol etme güdüsünden gelmektedir. Gelişen teknolojinin sağlamış olduğu imkanlar bu arzuyu daha da güçlü kılabilmiştir.Bu çalışmada gözetimin tarihsel akış içinde aldığı biçimlere değinildikten sonra, XX. yüzyılın son çeyreğinden itibaren ortaya çıkmaya başlayan dijital teknolojinin özellikle son 20 yılda gözetimin de dijitalleşmesine yol açtığına işaret edilmiştir. Bu çerçevede, gözetimin günümüzde panoptik biçiminin iç içe geçerek işlev gördüğünün altı çizilerek dijital gözetimin post modern kültür bağlamında sıradan hale gelmesine ve Kazakistan Cumhuriyeti Elektonik Hükümeti E-Gov Portalı’na genel bakış ve başarıları değerlendirilerek e-Devlet hizmetlerine dikkat çekilmiştir.

In the interpretative framing of media reporting on youth, two approaches prevail: the first, problem-oriented and the second, positive or “soft” news oriented. There is a lack of a solution-oriented approach in which the problem would be presented within the same format, but also a solution that could be effective in a specific case, with young people, and not political and public office holders, as key actors in the story. The aim of this paper is to determine how students of journalism/communication in Bosnia and Herzegovina (B&H) perceive solutions journalism (short SoJo) and how media portals represent solutions in youth reporting. Two qualitative research methods were applied: a focus group survey among students of the Universities of Sarajevo, Banja Luka, Tuzla and Mostar (N=24) and a method of analysis of media texts on young people on five media portals in B&H (N=98). The results of the students’ surveys showed that they consider solutions journalism more purposeful than problematic ones, but also a threat to journalistic objectivity. As necessary conditions for engaging in this type of journalism, they identified training, editorial support, social sensitivity of journalists and financial stability of the media. The results of the qualitative analysis of articles on young people showed that the formats in which solutions are mentioned do not meet the criteria of SoJo stories. Although the stories on young people are mostly positively framed, they are told from the perspective of the management of institutions/organizations, not young people.

Based on the assumption that human emotions have an influence on their decisions and attitudes, this paper explores the relationship between emotions and the challenges democracy faces in the 21st century. Focusing on fake news and populism, the paper explores the role of emotions in these phenomena. Some of the emotional patterns analyzed in this paper are the appearance of fear, insecurity, and anger, which are manifested through the creation of “enemies” and “antagonists” embodied by immigrants, political elites, and mainstream media. In the end, by reviewing significant research on this topic, a fundamental distinction is revealed in the interpretation of the mentioned phenomena, considering whether people approach them from an emotionally challenged or reason-driven position. Therefore, a systematical overview of work on this topic can make a significant contribution to the further understanding of these phenomena.

When in philosophy, psychoanalytic theory or the Eastern wisdom tradition, one speaks of ‘self-realization’ (or ‘self-actualization’, Maslow 1982), the entity ‘ego’ (from where we usually derive ‘egoism’ and all its negative connotations) is considered as something that, if we want to progress in the „freedom from-freedom to“ dialectics (Fromm 1941), it is necessary to either, philosophicaly speaking, ‘overcome’ or, through the means of available ‘spiritual practices’, annihilate (in the sense of ‘nirvana’; sanskr.: ‘extinction’). In this way, due to the ambiguity of the term ‘ego’ and linguistic poverty caused synonymization with ‘self’, we inevitably end up in a mental contradiction and, as a result, we give up on praxis. In this paper (which is part of a wider research on philosophical anthropology of Erich Fromm), some of the possible exit directions from one of the ‘aporias of the psyche’, are sketched only.

Often, it is believed that there are only two attitudes towards truth. One is to dogmatically believe in something as absolute, considering it unquestionably true (this position is sometimes mistakenly attributed to philosophers of the stature of Plato and Aristotle). The other attitude is to accept that one’s opinions are just one among many possibilities, leading to adherence to a relativistic perspective, sometimes labelled as “weak thought.” From this perspective, truth can at most be considered as historically influenced (meaning that what emerges historically as true for a certain period would be deemed so), or otherwise limited (meaning that it would be true as it appears from a certain perspective or for a certain group of people). In reality, upon careful reflection, both of these perspectives prove to be problematic and unsatisfactory. Specifically, we refer to those (like certain believers in God or, in a more modern way, in scientific truth) who consider their opinions indisputably true, thus confusing hypotheses (unproven) with principles (uncontested) in Platonic terms. Equally problematic is the attitude of those who, more modestly, admit that their opinions are as true as any other opinion argued in the same way, or that may seem historically true or true for a certain group of people with an interest in it. This attitude ultimately falls into the classic paradoxes of relativism; for instance, one who holds the opinion that relativism itself is false could easily refute it. In this paper, we will demonstrate that both attitudes represent an illusion of choice, as understanding the truth is a complex and subtle topic that goes beyond these two extreme perspectives.

Starting from the theoretical concept of models and mirrors of public events, as established by Don Handelman, the above-mentioned text positions these concepts within selected socio-political and cultural examples in Croatia. Here, Sinjska alka serves as an example of a mirror-presentation. Specifically, through the example of Malbaša’s modo epico, the article illustrates how Sinjska alka functions as a mirror-presentation—an event that operates with didactic and historicist intentions within the modern state and community.

According to the World Health Organization, health is one of the fundamental rights of every human being, regardless of race, religion, political beliefs, economic and social status. Although we tend to believe it, health is not self-evident and is also conditioned by the factors beyond our control. Today, we share many leading public health problems globally. In solving them, various interventions are carried out, often with the absence of targeted results. Improving and preserving health is a big challenge and is the responsibility of the individual, the health system and other participants and is the result of their interaction. But, is the action of these participants coherent? Is their interaction constructive? What to do to prevent destruction? These are just some of the questions that should be answered in order for interventions to adequately respond to the challenges.

The text questions the possibility of a unique path of philosophy, religion, art and science within the framework of living culture. Language and writing are media that direct spiritual efforts. On one side is the techno-scientific world that seeks operability, while on the other side is the search for a language that can penetrate to true human existence. In this process, experience turns out to be the key result of the cooperation of hand and brain. The technoscientific world of information and attempts to maintain existing relationships in societies is opposed by the utopian idea of human community. Such a just, humane community can only be realized by a being who is given the power to dream, think, and strive to manifest it. Intelligence and intuition, and good will as free will, are tools with which it is possible to achieve the ideal, i.e. what is possible, just. Being open is a process of feedback, elliptical exchange of energies, constant swirling. Living in an ideal community is a free exchange of energy and vibrations with a tendency towards balance. Utopia is an idea waiting to be realized, and the philosophical concept of the idea of Unity is worth practicing, living together.

The idea of the text is to question the similarities and differences between the concepts of gesamtkunstwerk and multimedia. These are terms that presuppose the search for a new form of unification of artistic forms, at different times and in different ways. The key thinker (and artist) of gesamtkuntwerk or that orientation is the composer Richard Wagner. The theoretician who was at the crossroads of the worlds of traditional art and the contemporary technical sphere was Walter Benjamin. He begins a new line of writing about art, which is supported by theorists such as Marshall MacLuhan, Vilem Flusser, Friedrich Kittler, Jean Baudrillard, Dona Harway, Lev Manovich and Maurizio Lazarato. The text will present the idea of gesamtkunstwerk and compare it with some of the views of theorists who accepted or rejected this idea.

One factor that affects the safety of labor is anxiety during the labor process. Anxiety and fear can cause severe pain and can also result in decreased uterine contractions, resulting in longer labor. The purpose of this study is to determine the relationship between therapeutic communication and the anxiety level of primigravida mothers in facing labor. This research type is descriptive-analytic. This study population is all primigravida laboring mothers in TK IV Cijantung Kesdam Jaya Hospital in 2023, as many as 30 people. Samples of this study were all primigravida pregnant women before childbirth at TK IV Cijantung Kesdam Jaya Hospital in January–February 2023, with as many as 30 respondents. The technique of sampling in this study was purposive sampling. Analyze the data with Chi Square. The statistical test results obtained P value = 0.000 means P value α (0.05). The results indicate that there is a relationship between therapeutic communication and the level of anxiety of primigravida mothers in the face of childbirth. It is expected that TK IV Cijantung Kesdam Jaya Hospital will improve health services for mothers in labor by managing the application of therapeutic communication by midwives in providing care to mothers in labor.

Elections are one of the times when Indonesian democracy runs because the people themselves will choose a pair of president and vice president candidates along with the existing legislature. Voters need to have enough information about the candidates in order to choose the best among them, especially novice voters. Novice voters need to have good digital literacy in facing the upcoming 2024 elections. The 2024 election itself is mostly from young people who are novice voters. The purpose of this study is to determine the digital literacy readiness of novice voters in 2024 elections. In addition, it will also be known what factors influence this readiness and the impact of the readiness of novice voters on their participation in the election later. This study uses a quantitative approach with descriptive methods. Data collection was carried out using questionnaires as primary data and literature studies as secondary data. The results and conclusions obtained in this study are that the majority of novice voters use social media as an information platform about the 2024 elections with varying levels of trust in the information. Most of the respondents chose not to share the information obtained related to the verification of uncertain news.

The integration of technology in learning through film can increase students understanding of life values, which will be important for an educator. This paper aims to describe the understanding of life value by students in the MARS Film. It is quantitative research with an open survey method. Researchers distributed questionnaires to 93 students and used descriptive analysis. The results showed the value of life that the students can find in the film are hard work and fighting spirit. As parents, the value of life that can be learned is to support dreams by providing the best education and motivation. It also found that moral values can be learned is persistence and respect. This Film is recommended for learning because it can inspire and motivate the importance of education.

This research aims to explore the implementation of self-acceptance in support group in the PukPuk Station mental health community through a group communication approach. It has relation that mental health is an important variable in improving individual well-being and health. The research method used was qualitative with a phenomenological design. Data was collected through participant observation, in-depth interviews with group members, and document analysis of group meeting notes. This research uses some theory concept such as group communication, mental health, self-acceptance. Research findings show that through structured and open group communication, support group members are able to increase their level of self-acceptance. Factors such as social support, mutual identification, and social learning also play an important role in the process of self-acceptance. The open, deep, and structured communication creates a safe environment for members to strengthen their self-acceptance. Then, about the practical of this research are importance of strengthening group communication skills in the training and development of support group members, as well as expanding access to community programs that emphasize the importance of self-acceptance. The implication of this research is the importance of strengthening group communication in supporting individual self-acceptance processes in the context of the mental health community Keywords: self-acceptance, support group, group communication

This study aims to determine the forms of political buzzer propaganda ahead of the 2024 election on Twitter/X. The research method used is a qualitative approach using content analysis and the type of data used is secondary data in the form of tweets or uploads that themed the 2024 presidential election. The data was inputted manually using Microsoft Excel and then analyzed systematically using the SPSS 25 program. The chi square test result is .001, which means that there are significant differences between candidates in the forms of propaganda. Tweets discussing Prabowo-Gibran were the most propaganda-laden which included name calling, transfer, testimonial, card stacking, and bandwagon, with the exception of plain folks, which is propaganda that shows the efforts of the presidential and vice presidential candidates' closeness to the public, in this category, candidate pair number three, namely Ganjar-Mahfud, is significantly higher than other candidate pairs, and gliterring generalities, namely propaganda with positive connotations on the presidential and vice presidential candidate pairs being discussed, in this case candidate pair number one Anies Imin is significantly higher than other pairs. Name-calling was the most significantly utilized in tweets discussing Prabowo-Gibran, compared to other form of propaganda in tweets discussing the other two candidate pairs. This highlighted the importance of spinning the unfavorable attributes to become a favorable one.

The development of technology has brought about various transformations in the lines of people's lives, one of which is in political contestation. A political contestation in Indonesia has just passed namely the 2024 General Election. The Indonesian people elected 4 Legislative Members and 1 Pair of Presidential and Vice Presidential Candidates in that election. There were three candidate pairs in the 2024 presidential election. Candidate Pair Prabowo-Gibran, Candidate Pair Anies-Muhaimin and Candidate Pair Ganjar-Mahfud. In the campaign process, something was interesting, namely that the discourse battle had shifted to a non-discourse battle. One is politainment, which the candidate pairs presents to the public on social media. Politainment itself refers to the equivalent of the words politics and entertainment. This is interesting because political contestation is very close to the battle of ideas and discourse in the campaign process. However, in the 2024 presidential election, this has shifted. Therefore, this is interesting to examine further. This study uses a qualitative approach to dig deeper into politainment in the 2024 Presidential Election political campaign. The data will be selected using purposive sampling techniques, and then the data that has been obtained will be analyzed using qualitative thematic analysis techniques. This study found that politainment is used by presidential and vice presidential candidate pairs to wrap messages in political campaigns

The relevance of multimodal features of campaign posters in disseminating intended information to the Nigerian electorate during elections is the focus of this research. The study examines six selected political campaign posters of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2023 General Elections conducted in Nigeria. The posters, technically designed, are analysed with a view to highlighting their visual and linguistic components. The analysis is also intended to determine their effectiveness in persuading the electorate to vote for the candidate. The posters are chosen because they symbolically express the candidate’s and his party’s identity and ideology. The study adopts the social semiotic theory of Kress and van Leeuwen (2006) to analyse data sourced from Facebook and WhatsApp. The data are synthesised based on insights from the adopted theory. The paper reveals that Bola Ahmed Tinubu can disseminate information and project his political ideology on the minds of the electorate through visual and non-visual messages contained in the posters. The study concludes that the campaign posters of Bola Ahmed Tinubu contributed to influencing the decision of some Nigerian electorate to vote for him in the 2023 General Elections.The study recommends that future researchers can investigate the relevance of campaign posters in disseminating intended messages to the electorate in other elections conducted in Nigeria.

ABSTRACT Progress in achieving gender equality and empowering women in Indonesia has been too slow and fragmented. The media can provide a voice and a platform for placing women's role issues on the development agenda. As in the education, health, economic, labor, and political sectors. However, in reality, there is a significant gender gap in mainstream media companies so that women are not represented optimally and steps to improve gender equality are limited. Alternative media is very possible to take a role in explaining issues of gender equality and women's empowerment. Because this type of media can connect various sectors, including trade unions, social movements, organizations and various elements of society. Researchers use the concept of gender and communication development, Standpoint theory, and alternative media. The approach used in this study is literature review research methodology. The results of this study explain that journalists in alternative media consider gender awareness and sensitivity important in themselves to be able to protect and defend women's interests. In fact, alternative media provide wide opportunities for journalists to raise strategic issues of equality and women's empowerment. Keywords: Alternative, Empowerment, Journalists, Media, Women

Young people use digital media for various purposes, such as communication, entertainment, and information. As they grow up, their media repertoires become more complex and diverse. This article examines these media repertoires in more detail, considering the dynamic changes in individual development, social circumstances, and deep mediatization. Using semi-structured interviews with young people and one parent each, as well as a media-actor mapping, the study reveals significant changes in the composition and function of media repertoires from late childhood to early and middle adolescence. Drawing on the theoretical background of communicative figurations, it highlights changes in media ensembles, actor constellations, frames of relevance, and communicative practices. Besides changes in media repertoires for coping with developmental tasks and individual transitions in life, social factors such as the role of family and peers are considered. The empirical findings also point to the added value of qualitative longitudinal data which allows for a comprehensive examination of the complexity of changing media repertoires within a deeply mediatized society and a rapidly evolving media environment.

Diese Studie untersucht die Rollenselbstverständnisse deutscher E-Sport-Berichterstatter:innen und fragt, inwieweit sich diese mit journalistischen Rollenselbstverständnissen decken. Auf Basis der Forschung zu Rollenselbstverständnissen im Sportjournalismus sowie dem Feld der „journalistic strangers“ wurden qualitative Leitfadeninterviews mit 13 E-Sport-Berichterstatter:innen geführt. Die Studie identifiziert drei übergeordnete Selbstverständnisse von E-Sport-Berichterstatter:innen: (1) die Dokumentar:innen, welche das Tagesgeschehen im E-Sport abbilden, vor allem bei E-Sport-Agenturen arbeiten und dort in ihrer journalistischen Rollenausübung eingeschränkt sind; (2) die Kontrolleur:innen, die für traditionelle Medien oder ein Fan-Medium schreiben, die Missstände im E-Sport aufzeigen wollen und dabei unabhängig in ihrer Rolle agieren können; und (3) die Erklärer:innen, die sowohl bei traditionellen als auch bei E-Sport-Medien beschäftigt sind, ihrer spezifischen Zielgruppe die Grundzüge des E-Sport erklären und dabei unabhängig bleiben können. Einfluss auf die Rollenselbstverständnisse nehmen besonders die Faktoren Medium und Publikumsausrichtung. Dies bedeutet, dass neue Akteur:innen wie E-Sport-Agenturen eine Lücke in der Berichterstattung füllen. Hierbei wird diskutiert, ob es zu einer Transformation des Sportjournalismus kommt und kommen sollte.

The perception of disinformation as societal risk has reached a troubling peak amid the COVID-19 pandemic, strategically targeting vulnerable audiences through digital media by mirroring characteristics of vox populi disinformation. This study investigates the conditions under which COVID-19-related disinformation referring to a polarized (refugees) and neutral (runners) out-group appears most credible. In the early stages of the pandemic, we conducted a pre-registered online survey experiment with a representative German sample (N = 1,117). Results indicated that those with low trust in the media judged subtle and completely fabricated types of disinformation as more credible than accurate information. Presenting the article as a social media post from an ordinary user, rather than an official source, had no discernible impact on credibility evaluations; participants accurately assessed the credibility of a random source. We conclude that people are generally able to recognize disinformation—unless they already mistrust the media. This paper addresses why disinformation triggers strong reactions in targeted groups and how it thrives in the participatory digital landscape.

Infrastructure development marks a country’s progress and growth. However, there are concerns regarding the potential environmental threats posed by extensive infrastructure development, including issues such as biodiversity loss, reduction in food supply, and ecosystem imbalances. Specifically, by taking the example of Jogja-Solo toll roads (JSTR) in Indonesian mass media, this article addresses exclusion and inclusion strategies of environmental impacts in an infrastructure discourse. Using AntConc 4.2.0, we examined the 410 news media articles, collected from December 2019 to June 2023, and investigated the representation of social actors based on van Leeuwen’s socio-semantics framework. The analysis showed that Indonesian mass media constructed the institutionalisation of infrastructure discourse through inclusion and nomination strategies identified from proper names and their position titles in the company. The JSTR project is also narrated as a national strategic agenda to benefit the country’s economic growth by categorising the government and construction companies into one group. On the other hand, the exclusion of environmental impacts in the JSTR is identified from the categorisation strategies shown by the lexemes ‘land’ and ‘resident’ and their juxtaposition with collocates of ‘monetary compensation’. This paper concludes that the repetition and rewording of particular lexico-grammatical choices and social actors are used by news media to construct infrastructure discourse merely from the anthropocentric interest.

Due to the development of digital media and communication technologies, media culture has penetrated deeply into the daily practices of people around the world. However, regardless of globalization and other megatrends of our time, national values and priorities remain significant in the media space of each state. The purpose of this study was to analyze the publications of the most popular online communities among young people on the Russian social networking platforms Telegram and VK. In total, 1,134 publications posted in 2022 were studied. That was the period after the special military operation in Ukraine started, and in the midst of the Western countries’ economic sanctions imposition. The research method was content analysis and discourse analysis, which involved studying the content of the presented metanarratives, as well as their interpretation. Analyzing youth digital media culture, we can note its strong ideological overtones, reflecting the ideas, views and values that are enshrined in official documents and the public consciousness of Russians. Metanarratives serve the state strategic mission of the youth patriotic education.

The purpose of this paper is to investigate the effect of using YouTube as an educational tool on pre-service educators in the United Arab Emirates and further delve into various factors that might influence this impact. The methodology employed is an analytical descriptive framework, gathering data via a comprehensive 36-item questionnaire distributed to a diverse group of 486 male and female student participants. The insights gleaned from this research highlight the critical necessity of integrating YouTube into the educational process, with the cumulative mean score of responses to the scale items reaching 3.86, which translates to a proportion of 77.2%. In a compelling finding, the investigation unveiled no discernible statistical variances in the mean scores of students’ uses of YouTube in relation to their field of academic study or the quality of their Internet connectivity. However, the study identified meaningful discrepancies predicated on the respondents’ command of the English language or their aptitude for computer proficiency. From an overarching perspective, the research indicated that students from various academic fields exploit YouTube as an instructional resource, regardless of whether they specialize in the sciences or the arts. Consequently, the research advocates for the widespread adoption of YouTube as an instrumental learning tool in tertiary education settings and other academic environments.