Yumary: Jurnal Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat is Indonesian Academic Journal focusing on publishing scientific works related to community services, including current topics and issues based on service activities done by the authors. This aims to significantly contribute to improve the prosperity of Indonesian society.
Published
2023-12-06
Articles
Meningkatkan Efisiensi Penatausahaan Belanja Daerah di Kabupaten Pangkajene Kepulauan
Purpose: This community service activity aims to improve the ability of revenue treasurers to manage regional expenditure in Pangkep Regency.
Methodology/approach: The research method used in the implementation of this community service activity is the primary approach. This approach allows active cooperation between the service team and the parties involved, such as the revenue treasurer and local government, in designing, implementing, and evaluating the changes needed in local financial management.
Results/findings: The outcomes of this service activity clearly showed a significant improvement in the treasurer's ability to manage local finances, as well as the overall local financial management process.
Limitation: The research steps, including Initial Assessment, Joint Planning, Action Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation, Reflection and Improvement, and Dissemination of Results, helped ensure the success of this program.
Contribution: This activity provides recommendations that have the potential to maintain and improve the ability of revenue treasurers in the future, with benefits that include increased efficiency and transparency in local financial governance, as well as more optimal contribution to the goal of practical regional autonomy.
Pelatihan Pembuatan Pupuk Cair Organik dan Kompos dari Limbah Sampah Rumah Tangga
Purpose: Buluh Cina Village is a tourist village located on the banks of the Siak River. The problem of waste among residents living on the banks of the river is throwing garbage directly into the river, causing water pollution. The purpose of this community service is to provide information on how housewives can manage household waste into liquid organic fertilizer (POC) and compost in a simple manner.
Methodology: The method used was focus group discussion (FGD) on the theory of good waste management and a workshop demonstration of the practice of making POC and compost directly. This event was in collaboration with the health cadre partners of Puskesmas Pangkalan Baru and Buluh Cina village officials.
Results: The results of this community service were attended by 31 cadres, who understood that the behavior of littering into the river must be stopped by utilizing waste from the household scale. POC and compost training, so it is hoped that cadres will apply to themselves and teach their members.
Limitations: Owing to the limited time, funds, and members involved in this research, the training was only conducted for one day, but it is hoped that it will be sustainable.
Contribution: This activity is useful to increase community awareness about managing household waste to make it more useful for fertilizing plants around the house and also have economic value if sold
Sosialisasi dan Pelatihan Penggunaan Absensi Berbasis Mobile di SMA Negeri 21 Bandung
Purpose: The purpose of this activity is to provide training and guidance on the use of a mobile-based attendance system using QR-Codes and geofence to improve efficiency in attendance management and data security.
Method: The training and socialization process involved several steps, including identifying the application features, creating training materials, conducting internal testing, introducing the concept to teachers and students, demonstrating the application's usage, and providing practical training sessions. The training used interactive lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on practice to ensure participants understood and could use the mobile attendance application effectively.
Results: Socialization and training received positive responses. For teachers, 91% found the training excellent, and 83% felt very ready for implementation. Students, particularly in higher grades, showed positive responses, with 80-100% finding the training excellent and feeling prepared for the application.
Limitations: The limitations include varying levels of readiness among students and the need for additional support for some. Some students expressed neutrality or lesser readiness, especially in lower grades.
Contribution: The initiative contributes to education technology integration, ensuring efficient and effective implementation of the mobile-based attendance system. The application benefits both teachers and students in improving attendance accuracy, saving time, and supporting academic success. The successful implementation sets a precedent for similar educational institutions and contributes to broader discussions on technology adoption in education.
Pemberdayaan Masyarakat melalui Diversifikasi Produk Olahan Pala (Myristica Fragrans) menjadi Kerupuk Kulit Pala
Purpose: This study aimed to (1) empower the community in the Cita Tani Mandiri women's group by diversifying processed nutmeg products into nutmeg skin crackers. (2) Developing digital-based marketing for processed nutmeg products.
Methodology: The implementation of community empowerment activities is carried out through two activities: training and mentoring, which is complemented by learning-by-doing techniques. Training activities were divided into (1) Survey of Partners' knowledge, (2) delivery of the theory of making crackers, and (3) demonstration and direct practice of making nutmeg leather crackers. Assistance activities include (1) assistance in making logos, brands, and product packaging; (2) assistance in marketing products using marketplaces; and (3) Monitoring and Evaluation.
Results: The results obtained from this activity are: (1) increasing the skills of the members of the Cita Mandiri Farmers Group regarding the diversification of processed nutmeg products into nutmeg crackers; and (2) increasing the knowledge of the members of the Cita Mandiri Farmers Group regarding digital marketing strategies.
Limitations: This activity was limited to processing and marketing nutmeg crackers.
Contribution: This activity contributes to marketing management of processed nutmeg products.
Transformasi Sosial Perempuan Kepala Keluarga melalui Program PEKKA
Purpose: The Women-Headed Household Empowerment Programme (PEKKA) aims to improve the welfare and economic independence of women headed households through improved skills and market access.
Methodology: This study was conducted using a participatory action research approach in a community of women headed family. The methods used included practical training in product packaging and digital marketing strategies, particularly the use of social media. The study also adopted surveys and interviews to collect data.
Results/Findings: Results showed significant improvements in the ability of female-headed households to produce and market products, leading to increased income. Social impacts noted included a reduction in school dropout rates and unemployment among the families involved.
Limitations: The study was limited to a specific region, so the results may not be directly applicable to different contexts without customisation.
Contribution: The findings provide important insights for policymakers and community development practitioners in designing economic empowerment programmes focused on female-headed households, with potential application in other regions.
Penguatan Olahan Pangan Lokal: Kalakai, Kelor dan Cangkang Telur untuk Mengatasi Stunting
Purpose: The activities about sustainable sago cultivation techniques aim to increase knowledge and understanding of the Women's Fellowship and PKK farmer groups in the field of sago cultivation. This is because sago is the staple food of the local community in Baingkete and its surroundings. By increasing sago production, it is hoped that it can improve community welfare and reduce dependence on imported food ingredients.
Methodology: The methods applied in this activity include counseling (providing knowledge and understanding about sago cultivation), demonstration and training (direct practice of planting sago on land owned by farmer groups), discussion and consultation, and program evaluation (giving statements to participants before and after training).
Result: The results of the activity showed that the participants were quite enthusiastic about asking questions regarding sago cultivation. They are also very active during the practice of planting sago on the land. The level of community knowledge about sago planting techniques has increased about 25%. Training, practice, and field assistance related to sago cultivation also increased from 40% to 85%.
Limitation : The practice of sago cultivation techniques is carried out on 1 ha of agricultural land. And knowing how to increase sago production cannot be done immediately considering the length of time the sago plant grows until it can be harvested.
Contribution: This activity is beneficial for the community, which learns about sustainable and environmentally friendly sago cultivation practices. This includes sustainable soil management techniques, the use of organic fertilizer, and the maintenance of a healthy ecosystem.
Pengembangan Produk Olahan Hasil Pertanian Tidak Layak Jual Pepaya APeS dan Pisang KeMPeS
Purpose: This research aims to develop value-added processed products from previously unsellable agricultural produce, namely papaya and bananas, including Papaya-based Abon, Permen (candies), and Selai (jams) or APeS, and Banana-based Keripik (chips), Molen (banana fritters), Permen (candies), and Sale (sugar-coated snacks) or KeMPeS, within the Small and Medium Enterprises (UMKM) sector of Banana Chips in Penantian Village. The research primarily focuses on the utilization of digital marketing strategies as the key tool for marketing these products.
Methodology/approach: The research method employed product development experiments and the implementation of digital marketing strategies. Data collection involved surveys, interviews, observations, and market analysis. The results indicate that the developed papaya-based APeS and banana-based KeMPeS products have successfully enhanced the value of previously unsellable agricultural produce. Furthermore, the implementation of digital marketing strategies has proven effective in increasing the visibility and sales of UMKM Banana Chips' products in the digital marketplace.
Results/findings: The results indicate that the developed papaya-based APeS and banana-based KeMPeS products have successfully enhanced the value of previously unsellable agricultural produce. Furthermore.
Limitation: This research suggest that UMKM in similar regions can leverage similar strategies to develop processed agricultural products and enhance market access through digital platforms.
Contribution: This research offers a positive contribution to the development of UMKM in Penantian Village and provides valuable insights into the utilization of digital marketing to support local economic growth.
Peningkatan Pengetahuan dan Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Desa Wisata Cimande melalui Usaha Homestay Jawara
Purpose: The aim of this program is to increase the knowledge and empowerment of the Cimande Village community and also the Tourism Awareness Group (POKDARWIS) by utilizing their residences in the Jawara homestay business so that it can provide additional income and improve welfare.
Methodology: This program was carried out in three stages, namely the preparation stage which is carried out through observation, FGD and internal discussions; the second stage is implementation with coaching and workshops; and the third stage is evaluation through tests, monitoring and evaluation.
Result: The results of the pre-test and post-test evaluation showed that the level of knowledge and understanding of the participants increased from initially not understanding to understanding. The participant's skill level increased in making the bed and cleaning the bathroom, and the participants were able to create social media accounts and content about the homestay.
Conclusion: The community empowerment program through the homestay business will run optimally if it is well prepared based on the needs, commitment, and participation of the village community, and implemented by providing knowledge, skills, and equipment assistance according to standards, as well as providing assistance so that the community can become independent.
Limitation: This article has limitations in terms of the number of community participants who are interested in homestay business.
Contribution: This program contributes as a reference for other scholars in efforts to develop homestays in tourist villages. This program also contributes to the Cimande Village Community in managing, developing homestays according to standards, and marketing them.
Budidaya Sagu sebagai Pilar Utama Penghidupan Masyarakat Lokal di Kampung Baingkete
Purpose: The activities about sustainable sago cultivation techniques aim to increase knowledge and understanding of the Women's Fellowship and PKK farmer groups in the field of sago cultivation. This is because sago is the staple food of the local community in Baingkete and its surroundings. By increasing sago production, it is hoped that it can improve community welfare and reduce dependence on imported food ingredients.
Research methodology: The methods applied in this activity include counseling (providing knowledge and understanding about sago cultivation), demonstration and training (direct practice of planting sago on land owned by farmer groups), discussion and consultation, and program evaluation (giving statements to participants before and after training).
Result: The results of the activity showed that the participants were quite enthusiastic about asking questions regarding sago cultivation. They are also very active during the practice of planting sago on the land. The level of community knowledge about sago planting techniques has increased about 25%. Training, practice, and field assistance related to sago cultivation also increased from 40% to 85%.
Limitation : The practice of sago cultivation techniques is carried out on 1 ha of agricultural land. And knowing how to increase sago production cannot be done immediately considering the length of time the sago plant grows until it can be harvested.
Contribution: This activity is beneficial for the community, which learns about sustainable and environmentally friendly sago cultivation practices. This includes sustainable soil management techniques, the use of organic fertilizer, and the maintenance of a healthy ecosystem.
Upaya Meningkatkan Kemampuan Guru IPA dalam Mendesain Pembelajaran Berbasis Kearifan dan Potensi Lokal
Purpose: Carry out training to improve the ability of science teachers to design teaching materials based on local wisdom and local potential.
Methodology/approach: Community Service activities are carried out 3 times (2 online meetings and 1 offline meeting) with a lesson study pattern (planning, doing, seeing). There are around 50 science teachers in online activities from all over Indonesia, while offline activities are carried out for science teachers in Cirebon and surrounding areas.
Result: The results of community service activities are 1). Produced several teaching materials based on local wisdom and local potential from various regions where participants come from, 2). Positive responses from science teachers about learning based on local wisdom and local potential, 3). From the open lesson activity, the Observer teacher stated that the learning was carried out very well (100%). 4). From reflection activities, teachers see that students learn enthusiastically and teachers learn about making and implementing learning based on local wisdom and potential.
Limitation: The local potential-based learning chosen by the teacher is the biotechnology concept of Cirebon Bakung tape and Kuningan tape. The instruments used are teacher questionnaires and observation sheets.
Contribution: Community service activities can provide insight for teachers to create and implement learning based on local wisdom and local potential
Financial Statement Analysis Training for the Management of Rukun Palembang Cooperative
Purpose: The management of the cooperative must to know about soundness of their cooperative to plan and decision making in enhancing the welfare for its members. So, the purpose of this activity are to explain for management of Rukun credit cooperative how to analyze financial statement to know about soundness rate of their cooperative. Information about soundness rate can be basic to financial management of Rukun credit cooperative.
Methodology: This activity was carried out at the Shop House (Ruko) Kopdit Rukun Jl. Siaran Perumnas Sako. The participants of the activity are Managers and Administrators of Kopdit Rukun. Activities are carried out in the form of lectures, questions and answers, discussions and practices of calculating and analyzing financial statements. Giving lectures using the help of projectors, laprop, screens, whiteboards, markers, stationery, paper and also cooperative annual report books. Activities were evaluated using hardfile questionnaires distributed at the beginning and end of activities containing pre and post tests. The total participants were 28 people and the response rate to the pre and post test questionnaire was 85.71% (24 out of 28 participants).
Results: Based on the results of the pre and post test questionnaire, an increase in understanding was obtained which was seen from the number of correct answers increased from 61.218% to 66.346%. The number of trainees from the beginning of the activity to its completion shows more than 80% and this means that this activity is in demand by participants. Based on the number of correct answers from 24 participants, it was found that 12 (50%) participants experienced an increase in understanding, 8 (33%) participants experienced a decrease in understanding, and 4 (17%) other participants did not experience a change in understanding.
Limitation: The number of trainees from the beginning of the activity to its completion shows more than 80% and this means that this activity is in demand by participants.
Contribution: The results of the questionnaire on material understanding by comparing answers before and after the training showed an increase in scores, and this means that participants' understanding of financial statements and financial statement analysis has increased.
Pelatihan Patient Centered Care pada Mahasiswa Bidan Meningkatkan Kesejahteraan Pasien Post SC
Purpose: This Community Service activity aims to increase the knowledge and attitudes of midwife students about Patient Centered Care (PCC), which is one of the efforts to improve the wellbeing of Post SC patients.
Methodology/approach: This activity was carried out on Wednesday, April 12 2023 with the target of Midwifery students Semester IV and VI, Mega Buana University, Palopo, South Sulawesi.
Community service activities are carried out through 3 stages, namely 1) Pretest; 2) Training carried out using lecture and question and answer methods as well as demonstrations via zoom meeting media; 3) Posttest. Data was collected using questionnaire data collection techniques and document study.
Results/findings: The majority of students have a good level of knowledge (62%) about PCC with a p value = 0.014 and the majority have a good attitude (71%) about PCC with a p value = 0.021 after training.
Conclusion: PCC training is effective in increasing the knowledge and attitudes of midwife students and can be an alternative in improving the wellbeing of post-SC patients as indicated by reduced levels of anxiety and increased satisfaction of post-SC patients.
Keywords: PCC, students, midwives, knowledge, attitudes
Penguatan UMKM di Desa Sumberjo Melalui Program 3P: Pembuatan Brand, NIB, dan Pendampingan Sertifikasi Halal
Purpose: This research aims to discuss strengthening Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) of Women Farmer Groups in Sumberjo Village through various programs, namely: Brand Creation, NIB Registration (Business Identification Number), and Halal Certification registration.
Methodology/approach: This activity was conducted in Sumberjo village, Polewali Mandar district, focusing on the Women's Farmer Group. The form of implementing activities is carried out by carrying out various steps, namely socialization and direct assistance to the community.
Results/findings: The results of the activity are solving partner problems by transferring science and technology in the form of socialization, workshops, and assistance in the form of 3P such as Brand Creation, Business Identification Number Registration, Assistance with halal product certification, Product Innovation Development, and, Digitalization training for managing MSME websites, financial report bookkeeping applications and market place and delivery of production equipment assistance to partners.
Limitation: referring to UP2KKK's needs, service activities are limited and focus on branding issues, business registration numbers, and halal certification.
Contributions: This activity has an impact on KWT Gemah Ripah related to the development of products of higher quality and in terms of product quantity.
Pendampingan dan Pembuatan Kaki Palsu (Prosthesis) Bersama SRC Holland
Purpose: make a positive contribution to society, especially in terms of health and rehabilitation for individuals who require prostheses. This community service can include direct assistance to individuals who need prosthetic limbs as well as providing training and mentoring.
Methodology: The method of this service activity is identifying people who need prosthesis assistance, establishing collaboration with SRC Holland, developing a mentoring program, making prosthetic limbs, evaluating and monitoring.
Results: The result of International Community Service is the birth of assistance and free manufacture of prosthetic limbs that are needed, so that this international community service activity is able to help physically disabled people overcome their shortcomings.
Limitation: The limitation of this community service activity was the limited time for the Dutch SRC Holland team's visit to Indonesia, resulting in less than optimal activity time.
Contribution: This research makes a significant contribution to people with disabilities by providing assistance services and making prosthetic limbs for free. This can provide a real solution for individuals who need prosthetic devices but have financial limitations.
