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Objective: The purpose of this surgical perspective is to describe the trauma care needs of the South Side of Chicago and the creation of an adult trauma center at the University of Chicago Medicine and associated hospital-based violence intervention program. Background: Traumatic injury is a leading cause of death and disability in the United States. Disparities across the continuum of trauma care exist, which are often rooted in the social determinants of health. Trauma center distribution is critical to timely treatment and should be based on the trauma needs of the area. The previous trauma ecosystem of Chicago was incongruent with the concentration of violent injuries on the south and west sides of the city, leading to a fallacy of distributive justice. Methods: A descriptive analysis of community partners, trauma program leadership, trauma surgeons, and the violence intervention program director was performed. Results: The UCM trauma center opened in May 2018 and has since been one of the busiest trauma centers in the country, with a 40% penetrating trauma rate. There have been significant reductions in patient transport time on the South Side up to 8.9 minutes (P<0.001). The violence intervention program employs credible messengers with lived experience representing the community and has engaged over 8000 patients since 2018, developing both community-based and medical-legal partnerships. Conclusions: The persistent efforts of the community and key stakeholders led to a system change that improved trauma care for the South Side of Chicago. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Bhabinkamtibmas strategy in an effort to create security and order by empowering community participation is expected to be able to prevent fire incidents which often occur throughout the year, administrative sanctions and civil sanctions, and alternative environmental dispute resolution which is not effective. The method used in this research is a combination of Quantitative and Qualitative using statistical analysis tools carried out in Palangka Raya, Jekan Raya District. The results of this research show that by using the PRA (Participatory Rural Appraisal) Test with the FGD method, the community supports and plays an active role in preventing forest and land fires. Apart from that, the results of the Variable Descriptive Statistical Analysis Test show all existing variables such as the Bhabinkamtibmas Strategy with a value of 17.039 > t table 1.992 and a significance value (Sig.) of 0.000 < 0.05, community role of 2.393 > t table 1.992 and significance value (Sig.) of 0.019 < 0.05 and community empowerment of 5.662 > t table 1.992 and significance value (Sig.) of 0.019 < 0.05 influential significantly towards preventing forest and land fires. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article discusses a study conducted to empower cross-border communities in Indonesia and Timor-Leste by increasing their understanding and ability to determine appropriate and competitive selling prices based on production costs. The study found that participants' understanding and skills improved, and they were able to determine selling prices by calculating production costs. The research findings have the potential to contribute to the development of business environments and policies that facilitate and enhance cross-border trade. The article also highlights the conditions of poverty and lack of economic opportunities at the border, which lead people to engage in informal cross-border trading activities. To address this issue, community service activities have been conducted to educate border residents on determining the selling price of goods based on production costs. The training activities aim to increase understanding and financial literacy skills, ultimately contributing to the growth and sustainability of businesses in the border area. The article concludes by discussing the successful empowerment of border actors in the Wini and Nipane regions through improved financial literacy and selling price literacy. The involvement of participants, stakeholders, and local authorities from both Indonesia and Timor-Leste played a crucial role in this success. The training provided to informal business actors at the border helped them determine competitive and fair selling prices, leading to fair transactions and the sustainability of their businesses. This effort has contributed to the economic development and well-being of the border residents of both countries. [Extracted from the article]

This case study applies Rudolph et al.'s social entrepreneurship model to describe the migration of Let Us Dream's (LUD) face-to-face social entrepreneurial conference to a virtual platform during the COVID-19 pandemic. LUD Triennial International Conference focused on community service initiatives in the areas of education, health, and social services for the purpose of impacting local and international communities in a transformative way. Organizers experienced many positive outcomes (e.g., high attendance and participant satisfaction), human capital, and leadership development of its collaborative volunteer planning teams, and the empowerment of local and global communities. The discussion section elaborates on the social entrepreneurship model findings, and other lessons learned, and provides recommendations for others planning to deliver a virtual or hybrid conference in multicultural contexts. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Community-based tourism (CBT) will enhance the development of remote areas, but CBT needs to be improved to overcome obstacles. This study investigates two dimensions of the problems. First, exploring the role of community participation as a mediator between factors and CBT development, and second, assessing the role of benefit as a mediator between community participation and CBT development. This quantitative study used face-to-face self-administrative questionnaires to gather data by the multistage sampling technique from CBT stakeholders, including community leaders, CBT operators, homestay owners, and villagers. Consequently, community participation mediates the relationships between three predictors and CBT development. Benefit plays a role as a mediator between community participation and CBT development. The contribution of this research to the body of knowledge is to suggest the potential factors and mediators driving successful CBT development. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study aims to empower the people of Panambangan Village to realise independence and welfare based on optimising community potential, focusing on understanding the history of Panambangan Village, the origin of the name of the village, and the potential of its natural resources. The method used in this study is the qualitative research method. The potential of Panambangan Village tourist attraction has been a tourist attraction that has not yet been developed. Research results The wealth of tourism potential of Panambangan Village needs to be developed to support sustainable tourism. Recommendations that can be given to develop tourism potential are directed based on the condition of Panambangan Village, a tourist village. However, conditions on the ground have not reflected this. This is shown by tourism development, which is still constrained by development costs. Even though Panambangan Village has many natural features and cultural traditions that can be considered quite exciting tourist attractions, The conclusion of this study shows that efforts to optimise natural resources can be vital in achieving community welfare by combining ecological sustainability and economic development. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Sustainable development of tourism symbolizes a type of business activity that satisfies the requirements of both the tourists and the receiving communities. The paper aims to unearth the impact of community empowerment on the sustainable tourism development. Further, local support is incorporated as a mediating variable between the relationship of community empowerment and sustainable tourism development. For data collection, an onsite survey method is employed and the dataset of 368 respondents was analyzed to test the theoretical work. The fit of the framework is evaluated using structural equation modeling (SEM). SEM confirms that all four hypotheses have a statistically significant relationship. The study findings indicate that community empowerment has a positive impact on local support and sustainable tourism development. Further, the study shows local support completely mediates the relationship between the two variables. There is a dearth of empirical research regarding the empowerment of the community, the paper findings will contribute a substantial part to the existing literature on sustainable tourism. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: Despite the proven efficacy of Community Health Volunteers (CHVs) in promoting primary healthcare in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), they are not adequately financed and compensated. The latter contributes to the challenge of high attrition rates observed in many settings, highlighting an urgent need for innovative compensation strategies for CHVs amid budget constraints experienced by healthcare systems. This study sought to identify strategies for implementing Income-Generating Activities (IGAs) for CHVs in Kilifi County in Kenya to improve their livelihoods, increase motivation, and reduce attrition. Methods: An exploratory qualitative research study design was used, which consisted of Focus group discussions with CHVs involved in health promotion and data collection activities in a local setting. Further, key informant in-depth interviews were conducted among local stakeholder representatives and Ministry of Health officials. Data were recorded, transcribed and thematically analysed using MAXQDA 20.4 software. Data coding, analysis and presentation were guided by the Okumus' (2003) Strategy Implementation framework. Results: A need for stable income was identified as the driving factor for CHVs seeking IGAs, as their health volunteer work is non-remunerative. Factors that considered the local context, such as government regulations, knowledge and experience, culture, and market viability, informed their preferred IGA strategy. Individual savings through table-banking, seeking funding support through loans from government funding agencies (e.g., Uwezo Fund, Women Enterprise Fund, Youth Fund), and grants from corporate organizations, politicians, and other donors were proposed as viable options for raising capital for IGAs. Formal registration of IGAs with Government regulatory agencies, developing a guiding constitution, empowering CHVs with entrepreneurial and leadership skills, project and group diversity management, and connecting them to support agencies were the control measures proposed to support implementation and enhance the sustainability of IGAs. Group-owned and managed IGAs were preferred over individual IGAs. Conclusion: CHVs are in need of IGAs. They proposed implementation strategies informed by local context. Agencies seeking to support CHVs' livelihoods should, therefore, engage with and be guided by the input from CHVs and local stakeholders. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Compassionate communities are an increasingly visible strategy in training and the palliative care support network. Since 2019, Portugal has developed its mission in support that goes beyond treating symptoms to include psychological, spiritual, and social well-being through the fundamental values of compassion in supporting people with chronic illness and the end of life. The objective of this research was to understand how compassionate palliative care communities develop their action and what projects have emerged in our country. The study allowed semi-structured interviews to be carried out with those responsible for pioneering compassionate communities, and content analysis was carried out. It was found that the main activities include raising awareness and training, sharing meetings and collaborative actions, and responding to many challenges felt in empowering society. There was a need to create psycho-social-educational training programs, to create collaborative care networks, to train community mobilisers and to record the impact of projects on communities. The study concluded that there is an urgent need to raise awareness of care based on compassion, emphasising social strengthening, the helping relationship and the ability of citizens to actively participate in the development of palliative care in their communities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Community Conservation Partnership (CCP) is a policy option for ensuring the sustainability of conservation functions while improving the local community's economy. The critical issue in implementing this policy is local institutional capacity. This research aimed to describe the correlation between local institutional capacity and the performance of community conservation partnerships in LLNP. This research was carried out in 10 villages that had established conservation partnership agreements with LLNP managers. This research adopted a quantitative descriptive method. This research revealed that CCP performance was significantly dependent on local institutional capacity. The CCP programme improved the function of conservation areas but did not boost the local economy significantly. Trust and financial capacity were the essential organisational and management capacities that strongly correlated with CCP performance. The performance of CCP was more strongly correlated with the organisational and management capacity of the local institution than with individual capacity. The individual capacity of the local institution that strongly correlated with CCP performance was only the technical capacity in forestry. Therefore, strengthening capacity at organizational and management levels, such as building trust, communications, and funding support for local institutions, is crucial for improving and sustaining conservation partnerships. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The research objective of this community service is to undertake the rehabilitation, cultivation, seedling provision, planting, maintenance, and replanting of mangroves in the development program for the independent village area. The service is carried out through various stages, starting with monitoring and surveying of locations related to mangrove seedling, planting, and maintenance processes supported by PT Vale Indonesia Tbk. The results of this community service are reflected in the planting and maintenance of mangroves in coastal areas which is important in preserving ecosystems that are easily damaged. Planning is based on field surveys at carefully selected locations, prioritizing the preservation of rural areas. The fishing community plays a role in the seeding, planting and maintenance process which is supported by the village government and the company. Planting is adjusted to environmental conditions, with various types of mangroves for certain zones. The maintenance program involves empowered groups of fishermen, focusing on optimal growth and sustainability of the ecosystem. Maintenance steps include replanting, fencing and managing wild vegetation. Thus, planned and sustainable mangrove planting and maintenance involves community participation to protect coastal ecosystems from damage. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This objective of this study was to use empirical data to assess cross-sectional variation singular and changes over time in community efficacy for non-communicable diseases (NCDs) management (COEN) and to examine individual factors associated with changes in COEN. This was a longitudinal observational study. Participants with hypertension and diabetes were randomly selected from 12 communities from three cities in eastern China, and a baseline survey and a 1-year follow-up were conducted. The COEN scale has five dimensions: community physical environment (CPE), behavioral risk factors (BRF), mental health and social relationships (MHSR), community health management (CHM), and community organisations and activities (COA). Mixed-effects models were used to investigate the change in COEN over time and the association between individual factors and changes in COEN. COEN scores showed significant variation singular among the 12 communities (P < 0.001) at the baseline. In the mixed-effects model, CPE (β coefficient: 1.62, P < 0.001), BRF (0.90, P < 0.001), MHSR (0.86, P < 0.001), CHM (0.46, P < 0.001), and total scores (β = 3.57, P < 0.001) increased significantly over time. The changes in COEN were associated with individual characteristics (e.g., older, men, more educated). Cross-sectional variations and changes over time in COEN demonstrated the utility of a sensitive instrument. Factors such as age, gender, marriage, education level, and employment may affect the financial and social resources assignment for NCD management. Our findings suggest that further high-quality studies are needed to better evaluate the effect of community empowerment on the prevention and control of NCDs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This abstract provides a concise overview of the article, "Global Perspectives on Poverty: Lessons Learned and Future Directions." The article delves into the multidimensional nature of poverty, emphasizing the importance of understanding poverty beyond income metrics. Lessons learned from past efforts underscore the significance of tailoring interventions to local contexts, empowering communities, promoting gender equality, and fostering global collaboration. The article envisions future directions for poverty alleviation, advocating for the integration of technological innovation, climate change resilience, education for all, inclusive economic growth, and enhanced global governance. By synthesizing these insights, the article aims to contribute to the ongoing discourse on addressing poverty comprehensively and fostering a more equitable and sustainable future. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The dissemination of inclusive educational principles, practices, and methods on an international scale constitutes a vital academic and pedagogical discourse, highlighting a universal commitment to cultivating educational environments that are equitable, accessible, and responsive to all learners' diverse needs. The "Bridges in Amman" project exemplifies the global movement towards inclusive education, focusing on the integration of Iraqi Christian asylum seekers in Jordan, notably in its capital, Amman. Spearheaded by Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore in collaboration with HAbibi VAltiberina Association and the Gemelli Medical Center, the initiative underscores the commitment to developing inclusive education, with particular attention to people in vulnerable situations. Inclusivity in education transcends the mere acknowledgment of diversity; it necessitates the adoption of practices, principles, and methods that ensure all individuals, irrespective of their backgrounds or circumstances, have access to quality education. This is crucial for groups like Iraqi Christians in Jordan, who face unique challenges due to displacement and the need for cultural and social integration. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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The present research investigates community empowerment and communication's role in promoting community support for innovative, sustainable tourism development. It also examines community support, perceived benefits, perceived cost association and influence on innovative, sustainable tourism development. Mixed methods, which comprise qualitative and quantitative data, have been applied. The research frameworks have been adapted after a comprehensive literature review. The framework encompasses six constructs - community empowerment, integrated communication strategies and their influence on community support, perceived benefits and perceived cost to understand the empirical evidence. The findings elucidate that community empowerment and communication are prominent predictors in creating consensus and acceptability of local communities to encourage innovative, sustainable tourism to support Oman's diversified economic drive. The findings can be used as a reference document for future studies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Introduction and Objectives: To date, there are no known supplement products made from a combination of eel and tempe. The development of concentrate from eels in combination with tempe (ETF) aims to create supplements containing the essential amino acid L-arginine, which has many proven health benefits. Methods: The community empowerment was held from June to July 2023 at Cangkringan, Sleman, Yogyakarta. The main agendas consisted of ETF training production and the cooking creation of ETF-based food. Aside from that, there were several secondary agendas such as food halal socialization, accessories design training, patchwork utilization training, computer and Microsoft Office training, English language education, public speaking class, Al-Qur’an and miscellaneous education for children, community service, mutual cinema, and competitions for the community. Results: The community development program in the production of high-amino acid concentrated ETF flour has succeeded in achieving the three main objectives of the program, namely functional product innovation, empowerment of micro, small, and medium enterprises and local communities, as well as increasing demand for local commodities, showing the importance of collaboration between the government, community, and private sector in supporting the development of local products that are economically and health-beneficial and can be used as examples to share similar initiatives in other areas. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Unemployment may cause problems for those who experience it for example depression and cause other social problems including criminal acts such as thuggery. This problem can only be eliminated if the root cause of unemployment is eliminated. Eliminating unemployment must be done comprehensively although every region always has unemployment due to various factors, and it would be wiser if in overcoming the problem of unemployment and its side excesses such as thuggery, the local potential of the region and the communal approach are put forward. Handling of these social problems will be applied in Dermo Hamlet, Dau Subdistrict, where many welding workshops are located, yet there are still many people of productive age who do not have permanent jobs or are unemployed. So that the proposed Science and Technology-Based Community Service program in collaboration with Youth Organization partners in Dermo Hamlet aims to overcome these social problems through organizing design training, welding training and OHS / Occupational Health and Safety socialization. The initial capital constraints in making this business even though it is simple are related to the funding budget that is still not available to buy welding equipment and other supporting tools, besides that it is also constrained related to skills. So that in this PKM, 1 set of welding machines is provided. And the indicator of program achievement is marked by understanding of the material by giving 10 Basic Welding certificates and 10 OHS certificates from the Mechanical Engineering Study Program.

Community empowerment is one strategy to help control health problems in society. Leveraging community participation to be involved in community empowerment in the health sector is not only the domain of the health sector's duties. This effort can be carried out if there is involvement of cross-sectoral roles. One of the cross-sectoral sectors that is a dynamist for community empowerment is the involvement of FKD/FKK which consists of community elements from the village area concerned. Increasing coordination between health sectors, both across programs within the Puskesmas itself, and with cross-sectors outside the Puskesmas such as sub-districts, villages/kelurahan, village midwives and FKD/FKK, as well as the business world needs to be carried out continuously and sustainably in alleviating health problems to improve degree of public health.

The development of rural tourism villages has emerged as a significant alternative in transforming subsistence agriculture patterns in rural areas, often characterized by irregular income streams that barely sustain basic needs. The trend of rural tourism village development is observed in many subsistence farming communities, leveraging the unique potential of natural and cultural resources that can be tapped through village fund utilization. The initiation of rural tourism village development in Ngargoretno Village began with community-driven efforts and a communal spirit to realize the concept of such a village. The village authorities also provided support by allocating village funds and empowerment activities, including training sessions for the youth who play a pivotal role in driving rural tourism village development. This research aims to describe the collaborative efforts between the community and village authorities in realizing rural tourism villages and identify the success factors in rural tourism village development. This research adopts a qualitative approach, with data collection conducted through observations and interviews with key stakeholders from the community and village authorities involved in rural tourism village development. The theoretical foundation of this research lies in empowerment theory, emphasizing the involvement of various stakeholders, including village authorities, educational institutions, and community organizations in rural tourism village development. The findings reveal active community involvement in infrastructure development such as roads, enhancement of tourist attractions through cleaning and painting marble, and the establishment of public facilities such as toilets. Furthermore, partnerships with educational institutions like Universitas Gadjah Mada and the Magelang Tourism Office have enriched tourism packages by introducing additional attractions such as tea plantation tours and religious tourism and promoting local cuisine. The development of rural tourism villages is also expected to increase the income of Ngargoretno Village residents through a rise in tourist visits from outside the village and the creation of new employment opportunities for the younger generation. Optimism persists, fueled by the enthusiastic spirit of village authorities and the community in developing the concept of rural tourism villages.

Tofu and organic waste are problems that are high on the agenda in Yogyakarta, especially in Sleman and Bantul. This area is also the largest center of the tofu industry and essential oil from red lemongrass in DIY. Through the Community Service (Abdimas) program in collaboration with Rumah Maggot Barepan Bangkit (RMBB) and the Sereh Merah Farmer Group in the Integrated Community Service Program program with MBKM Based on IKU for Private Universities in 2022-2023 in collaboration with the Directorate of Research, Technology, and Community Service Kemdikbudristek, UST Faculty of Agriculture and Faculty of Pharmacy Duta Bangsa University, try to empower the community with circular and green economiy activities the waste becomes money. This activity aims to increase the capacity of the community to become an independent waste processing center, teaching the processing of lemongrass leaves into fertilizer, processing maggot into pellets, processing and packaging kasgot into fertilizer and planting media. This service is divided into three stages, taking place from 2022 - 2023. The activities are divided into three stages. The first stage is socialization of independent lemongrass waste management, introduction of soil improver factors, and processing maggot into pellets.The second stage is a workshop on making POC and biofertilizer made from lemongrass, processing maggot into pellets, processing kasgot into fertilizer and planting media.The third stage is practice and application, making biofertilizer, POC, and floating pellets in the two fostered communities. It is hoped that this service will create a circular economy where the community can manage waste independently, get benefits from waste management and economic turnover in the village. In addition, it will create a green economy, where there is no more waste generated from the activity and the waste becomes money.

The research aims to provide input for the sustainability of tourism activities in the village through community empowerment programs. The research was performed at the Belangian village, South Kalimantan Indonesia with samples consisted of 127 people. The analysis in this research is a PCA factor analysis. The result shows that the first factor influencing community empowerment is physical capital and social capital, with correlation values of 0.892 and 0.749, respectively. The second factor is human capital and empowerment capabilities, with correlation values of 0.699 and 0.748. Communities are enthusiastic about implementing various empowerment programs, so tourism activities in this area can be sustainable.

Changing climate threatens our water systems: Droughts, fires, and floods disrupt access to safe water and no country is immune. The aging infrastructure crisis offers an opportunity to build resiliency into our future water systems with approaches like (non-)potable reuse. Such strategies require participation by end-users, which we propose can be championed by water utilities through: (1) Raising awareness of water challenges, (2) education about current water realities and opportunities, and (3) providing resources to implement and sustain water solutions.

The ecotourism-based community empowerment model is designed to uplift local farmers by fostering the cultivation of organic agricultural plants and promoting sustainable ecotourism by utilizing natural resources and local cultural values. This study aims to illustrate the phenomenon within the community empowerment model for groups of organic farming practitioners engaged in ecotourism, as facilitated by the Center for Environmental Education (PPLH) Seloliman, Trawas, Mojokerto Regency. This study uses a qualitative descriptive approach to gather data through in-depth interviews, document analysis, focus group discussions, and field observations. The analysis reveals that the success in empowering local farmers is attributed to the maturity of ecotourism organizations and political development. Furthermore, the research findings indicate that economic empowerment has heightened farmers’ interest in cultivating organic rice due to its enhanced economic value. Simultaneously, social empowerment has broadened farmers’ perspectives, fostering openness to change and enabling them to interact and participate as surrogate hosts for ecotourism guests over a few days. This program carries implications for enhancing farmers’ understanding and commitment to leveraging natural resources and the environment. This study proposes that sustained ecotourism development necessitates a steadfast commitment to preserving environmental benefits and expanding the involvement of local communities. It is essential to uphold a cultural approach prioritizing sustainable ecotourism.

One of the problems in Malang City is that there are still marginalized groups such as homeless people and beggars. Through the Desaku Menanti program initiated by the Ministry of Social Affairs and managed by the Malang City P3AP2KB Social Service, they are placed in Kampung Topeng to be empowered. This coaching has been going on for 4 years (starting from 2016 to 2020). However, in 2019 this area had no productive activities or an involution process occurred. This research uses a qualitative approach with ethnography. With the AGIL scheme (Adaptation, Goal-attainment, Integration, Latency) which is part of Talcott Parsons' Functional Structural Theory, this research produced several findings. Based on data collection about homeless people and beggars in Kampung Topeng. The findings of this study state that the form of empowerment involution is in the form of program unsustainability. The factors causing involution come from program implementation and target beneficiaries. From the program implementer's side, it is closely related to changes in the priority scale of the agency's program, changes in the head of the agency, limited resources, deterioration of collaboration, the issue of location far from the city center. Meanwhile, from the community side, the culture of poverty and non-standardized quality. Involusi Pemberdayaan Masyarakat dalam Penguatan Ekonomi Rumah Tangga Gelandangan dan Pengemis di Kampung Topeng, Kota Malang Salah satu permasalahan di Kota Malang adalah masih terdapat kelompok marginal seperti gelandangan dan pengemis. Melalui program Desaku Menanti yang digagas oleh Kementerian Sosial dan dikelola oleh Dinas Sosial P3AP2KB Kota Malang mereka ditempatkan di Kampung Topeng untuk diberdayakan. Pembinaan ini sudah berlangsung selama 4 tahun (mulai dari tahun 2016 sampai 2020). Namun pada 2019 kawasan ini tidak ada aktivitas yang produktif atau terjadi proses involusi. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan jenis etnografi. Dengan skema AGIL (Adaptation, Goal-attainment, Integration, Latency) yang merupakan bagian dari Teori Struktural Fungsional milik Talcott Parsons penelitian ini menghasilkan beberapa temuan. Berdasarkan pengumpulan data mengenai gelandangan dan pengemis yang ada di Kampung Topeng. Temuan-temuan penelitian ini menyatakan bentuk involusi pemberdayaan berupa ketidakberlanjutan program. Faktor-faktor penyebab involusi berasal dari pelaksanaan program dan warga binaan sasaran. Dari sisi pelaksana program terkait erat dengan perubahan skala prioritas program dinas, pergantian kepala dinas, keterbatasan sumber daya, kemerosotan kolaborasi persoalan lokasi yang jauh dari pusat kota. Sedangkan dari sisi masyarakat kebudayaan kemiskinan dan kualitas tidak terstandar.

The research objectives was to determine the analysis of community empowerment participation for the forest revegetation in Arjuna Mount. This service uses a Participatory Rural Appraisal approach, with the study population covering communities around the forest of Arjuna Mount Pasuruan-East Java Indonesia. Data obtained from respondents with a questionnaire and analyzed using SEM (structural equation modeling), to find out an overview of respondents' responses about community participation in the preservation of the Arjuna Mount Forest. Community participation in the form of human capital, economy, social, local institutions, facilities and infrastructure has significant influence on community empowerment for the preservation of the Arjuna mount forest. Estimated regression weights for each indicator of community empowerment in Leduk, Jatiarjo and Dayurejo villages are human resources 0.99, economy 0.99, social 0.97, local institutions 1.00 and facilities and infrastructure 1.00. This explains that local institutional factors, facilities and infrastructure have a significant influence on community empowerment for the preservation of the Arjuna mount forest.

The research endeavors to explore the potential of Subak ecotourism as a catalyst for community empowerment and sustainable development within Siangan Village. The research methodology adopts a comprehensive approach, delving into the Subak system, a traditional agricultural water management system, and its synergy with ecotourism activities. Data collection methods encompass interviews, surveys, and observations, strategically applied to amass insights into the current status of ecotourism development and its ramifications on the local community. The study's findings underscore the substantial role of Subak ecotourism in fostering community empowerment. Through the promotion of sustainable practices, preservation of cultural heritage, and active community engagement in ecotourism endeavors, the initiative aims to elevate the economic, social, and environmental well-being of Siangan Village's residents. Furthermore, it seeks to instill a sense of pride and ownership within the local community, subsequently stimulating increased community involvement and empowerment. The research also delves into the potential challenges and opportunities that may manifest during the implementation of the Subak ecotourism project. The results emphasize the necessity of collaborative efforts among diverse stakeholders, including local governmental bodies, community members, and tourism organizations, to guarantee the success and enduring sustainability of the undertaking. Anticipated outcomes of this study are expected to augment the existing knowledge base on community-centered ecotourism development, particularly in the context of Subak systems. These findings are poised to provide valuable guidance to policymakers, researchers, and practitioners in formulating strategies for the sustainable advancement of ecotourism that effectively empowers local communities while safeguarding natural and cultural heritage. In conclusion, this research contributes to the growing body of literature on community-based ecotourism by providing insights into the unique dynamics and potential of Subak ecotourism in Siangan Village. By embracing sustainable practices and preserving cultural heritage, this initiative holds promise as a model for empowering communities while ensuring the preservation of their natural and cultural treasures.

The research aims to analyse and design a socio-economic institutional empowerment programme in a unique and attractive religious tourism village based on local wisdom. The study used the Participatory Action Research (PAR) method in a tourist village that is unique as a religious and natural tourism destination in Banyumas Regency, Central Java Province, Indonesia. Data collection through dialogue, observation, documentation, and focus group discussions. Data was analyzed in a participatory, and research informants were determined by purposive sampling of stakeholders in the tourism village. The research results showed that potential of the tourism village is very large and has met the criteria of something to see in the form of flowing rivers as well as beautiful and natural hills, something to do with ritual events as a religious destination, and something to buy, namely food and beverage products that are distinctive, unique and interesting. Reference for further studies using a constructivist paradigm through deeper ethnographic and symbolic interaction research methods. Practical implications can be used as a location for community service, practicum, internships, practical work, and real work lectures for students and lecturers on the development of religious tourism villages and productive tourism villages. Research novelty namely construct a religious tourism village that has distinctive, unique, and interesting characteristics and previously and empowerment programs for the development of socio-economic institutions for local communities. The hope is that it can become a recommendation for the formulation of public and social policies to develop a religious tourism village based on local wisdom.

This community service aims to diversify processed fishery products as regional souvenirs to attract tourists and increase the selling value of fishery products in Pasir Panjang Village, Rinca Island, West Manggarai Regency, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) Province. The method used in this service program is counselling and training with a participatory approach. Implementation of service activities includes survey and administration stages, Focus Group Discussion (FGD), implementation, and evaluation based on success indicators determined. The result of this community service activity was the creation of an innovative processed fishery product called "Fish Corndog," which can be used as a souvenir as a typical food product from Pasir Panjang Village, thus helping to increase its attractiveness in the eyes of tourists and ultimately contributing to improving the economy of the surrounding community. Apart from that, a Social Sector PKK Women's Group was also formed to re-socialize the processing of processed Fish Corndog products.

This service aims to increase the knowledge and skills of the fish farming group in Beji Village, Semarang Regency, regarding the operational technicalities of pellet printing machines to empower village communities. The method used in this service was training, which included lectures, questions and answers, and direct practice in making fish food pellets with material provided to participants, including knowledge of tool operation, tool components, and troubleshooting on tools. This service partner was a fish farming group in Beji Village, East Ungaran District, to improve the community's economic level around the new campus of the Indonesian State Maritime Polytechnic in Ngobo sub-district, which borders Beji sub-district. This service evaluation instrument used an assessment of the training participants by practicing operating, disassembling, and installing spare parts for the fish pellet printing machine themselves. The results of this service showed that most members of the fish farming group in Beji sub-district could operate the fish pellet press and care for it well. Apart from that, the quality and quantity of catfish feed increased because the the fish farming group had been able to produce fish feed independently.

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Urbanization has been causing many problems for the environment and society. An ineffective and inefficient government also contributes to urban problems by increasing public dissatisfaction and distrust of government. Technological Improvements makes it possible for local governments in Indonesia to implement the concept of “Smart City” as a solution to solve urban problems. This study aims to fill the gap by examining the impact of smart city application on public trust towards the government.METHODS: A primary data collection was conducted in 2021 to profile the citizens' behaviour in terms of smart city application. This study had surveyed four big cities in Indonesia that had built smart city applications well: Jakarta, Bandung, Semarang, and Surabaya. The primary data were analyzed through ordinary least squares regression.FINDINGS: This study founds that the fundamental factors of smart city applications that are statistically significant were on quality, satisfaction, and reliability. These factors had positive and significant impacts on the level of trust in the local government. Based on the regression model, the increase of application quality score by 1 affects the score of trust in the local government, which will rise by 0.440 (Jakarta), 0.269 (Bandung), and 0.245 (Semarang), and 0.212 (Surabaya). The increase in application satisfaction score by 1 affects the score of trust in local government, which will rise by 0.193 (Jakarta), 0.431 (Bandung), 0.07 (Semarang), and 0.186 (Surabaya). Also, an increase in application reliability score by 1 affects a rise in trust in local government by 0.187 (Jakarta), 0.204 (Bandung), 0.137 (Semarang), and 0.192 (Surabaya).CONCLUSION: Smart city applications can shape public trust by increasing the application's quality, satisfaction, reliability and community empowerment. However, it should be noted that the number of community which uses smart city application is still low. Therefore, It is necessary to encourage a culture of using those applications to help build citizens’ trust in the government and improve urban quality.