Journal of Community Service: In Economics, Bussiness, and Islamic Finance

Educating Consumers on Transaction Security and Data Privacy in Digital Marketing

Irham Pakkawaru — 2025-07-30

This community service activity aims to improve community digital literacy, especially in terms of transaction security and personal data protection in digital marketing activities. The activity was carried out in Kayumalue Ngapa Village, North Palu District, with an educational-participatory approach involving residents, MSME players, and digital media users. The implementation of the activity was carried out through several stages, namely initial observation, interactive lectures, educational video screenings, as well as discussion and question and answer sessions. The results of the activity showed an increase in public understanding and awareness of the importance of maintaining digital data security, as well as the emergence of a more cautious attitude in online transactions. Participants welcomed the simple, visual, and applicable method of delivering the material. This activity shows that participation-based education is effective in building collective awareness of cyber threats, and needs to be continued with further technical training to strengthen the community's practical ability to deal with digital risks.

Assistance in Creating Google Sites as a Marketing Platform for Anwarul Quran Islamic Boarding School

Syaakir Sofyan — 2025-07-30

This community service program aims to enhance the digital skills of students and administrators at Pondok Pesantren Anwarul Quran in creating and managing websites using Google Sites. In today’s digital era, educational institutions, including Islamic boarding schools (pesantren), require an online platform to disseminate information and manage administration more effectively. A well-designed website enables pesantren to promote its educational programs, document activities, and improve communication with a broader audience. The methods used in this program include direct training, practical mentoring, and continuous evaluation. Participants were introduced to the basics of website development using Google Sites, hands-on website creation, and strategies for independently managing and updating content. The results of this program show that students and administrators have acquired fundamental skills in website development and management. Consequently, pesantren can enhance its online presence and strengthen its visibility in the digital world. The success of this initiative demonstrates that similar programs can be implemented in other pesantren to support digital transformation in faith-based education.

Socialization of the Importance of Halal Product Certificate Literacy in Gunung Anyar District, Surabaya City

Bateru Kunsah — 2025-09-20

There are many aspects that need to be considered for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the culinary sector, one of which is taking care of halal certification. The certificate issued by the Halal Product Assurance Agency (BPJPH) is important for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) actors. Moreover, the majority of the population in Indonesia embraces Islam and requires halal guarantees for the culinary products consumed. Halal certification has the benefit of increasing consumer confidence, increasing market share, and increasing business competitiveness. By having a halal certificate, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) products will be more accepted in the market, especially among Muslim consumers who need halal products to be safer when consumed. The Halal Product Assurance Agency (BPJPH) has reopened the Free Halal Certification (SEHATI) program with a quota of 1 Million Certificates and every Micro, Small and Medium Business actor can register in early January 2025 and the phasing of halal certification obligations will end on October 17, 2026. The participants of this community service are women food and beverage business actors in the city of Gunung Anyar sub-district, Surabaya City. These women who have a food and beverage business do not know how to register halal certification for their Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. So that these business actors are very enthusiastic to know the process from the beginning of registration until the halal certificate is issued

In What Ways Does Service Learning Enhance Young Investors’ Awareness of Social Responsibility In Investment?

Zahwa — 2025-10-12

This community service project, titled “Service Learning for Young Investors: Strengthening Financial Analysis Competence and Social Responsibility in Investment in Central Sulawesi,” was conducted by the Department of Islamic Economics, Faculty of Islamic Economics and Business, Universitas Islam Negeri Datokarama Palu. The program was implemented through a Service Learning (SL) approach in collaboration with strategic partners Bank Indonesia (BI) and the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) involving participants from the Young Investor Community in Central Sulawesi. The project aimed to enhance participants’ competence in financial analysis while fostering awareness of social responsibility in investment practices aligned with Islamic economic values. Through a combination of workshops, mentoring sessions, and community-based investment simulations, students and young investors were directly engaged in real financial decision-making and ethical reflection. The results indicate that the Service Learning model effectively bridges theoretical understanding and practical experience, promoting not only analytical capability but also moral awareness and accountability in investment behavior. This program contributes to the development of socially responsible investors and serves as a model for integrating Service Learning into Islamic finance education in Indonesia.

Enhancing MSME Market Access Through Financial Literacy and Digital Technology: Insights from Tojo Una-Una

Putri Reski Amalia — 2025-10-12

MSMEs in Tojo Una-Una Regency face constraints such as low financial literacy, limited use of digitalization, and a lack of business presentation strategies. This impacts limited market access and difficulty in obtaining funding. This community service program aims to increase the capacity of MSMEs thru financial literacy training, QRIS utilization, and pitch deck preparation. The method used is a participatory-educational approach that actively involves MSME actors. The activity stages include initial observation, interactive material delivery on product cost of goods sold (COGS) calculation, digitalization training, and pitch deck preparation. Each session includes practical simulations, discussions, and Q&A to deepen participants' understanding. The results of the activity show a significant improvement in understanding, from a pre-test score of 39% to an 88% post-test score. This finding proves that experiential learning is effective in strengthening the practical skills of MSMEs. This program has a real impact on preparing MSMEs to be more adaptable, manage their finances well, utilize digital technology, and develop professional business presentation strategies.