Preserving Language, Resolving Conflict: Insights from Aceh and Patani

The preservation of local languages is critical in conflict-affected regions. Yet, a significant gap exists in comparative analysis exploring how divergent political settlements—post-conflict settlement versus ongoing conflict—shape language preservation strategies and outcomes. This study investigates how the de-securitization of language in Aceh, Indonesia, versus the ongoing language securitization in Patani, Thailand, produces fundamentally different strategies and challenges for revitalization. Employing a comparative case study methodology, we conducted semi-structured interviews with 20 stakeholders across both regions, performed non-participatory observation, and analyzed policy documents. Our findings reveal that Aceh’s formal recognition is undermined by implementation gaps, leading to institutional decay, while Patani’s grassroots efforts are constrained by state suspicion, fostering a model of community resilience. The study concludes that the state’s political decision to (de)securitize a minority language is the pivotal factor determining whether preservation efforts can achieve sustainable, institutionalized vitality beyond mere survival. This research offers a nuanced model for understanding the state’s central role in peacebuilding (SDG 16) through linguistic diversity, providing vital insights for language preservation strategies in other multilingual, conflict-affected regions

Integrating Mangenta Local Wisdom into Pesantren Leadership:An Empirical Model of Educational Transformation

Islamic boarding school (pesantren) leadership is increasingly required to respond to contemporary educational challenges while sustaining deeply rooted religious, cultural, and institutional traditions. However, integrative leadership models that systematically bridge indigenous wisdom with modern education remain underexplored. This study examines the development of an adaptive pesantren leadership framework by integrating the Mangenta philosophy as indigenous local knowledge with critical pedagogy and systematic transformation. Employing a quantitative research design, data were collected through structured surveys administered to kyai, teachers, and educational practitioners in pesantren settings and analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). Reliability and construct validity were confirmed through Cronbach’s alpha and Average Variance Extracted (AVE). The findings reveal that local knowledge exerts a strong influence on Mangenta philosophy, while critical pedagogy significantly mediates the internalization of local wisdom into leadership practices. Systematic transformation contributes as a supporting institutional condition that facilitates adaptation without undermining philosophical coherence. These results demonstrate that Mangenta-based local wisdom, when critically mediated and institutionally supported, forms a culturally grounded and adaptive pesantren leadership model. The study contributes to Islamic educational leadership scholarship by offering an empirically validated, context-sensitive framework that harmonizes tradition and innovation within faith-based educational institutions

Tarbiyyah Ruhiyyah and Deviant Behavior in Islamic Schools: An Empirical Sem-Based Study

Deviant behavior among students continues to challenge value-based educational institutions, raising concerns about the effectiveness of spirituality-oriented education in shaping moral self-regulation. This study investigates the role of tarbiyyah ruhiyyah as an internalized spiritual education model in reducing deviant behavior among Islamic secondary school students, with particular emphasis on the differential effects of its core dimensions. Using a quantitative design, survey data were collected from 120 students at a formal Islamic school in Indonesia and analyzed through Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The findings indicate that spiritually internalized dimensions—namely, individual spiritual strengthening, interaction with the Qur’an, mentoring and moral coaching, and awareness of tazkiyatun nafs—significantly reduce deviant behavior. In contrast, routine religious practices performed without reflective depth show no significant behavioral effect. These results demonstrate that spirituality contributes to moral regulation only when it operates as an internalized, reflective, and relational process rather than as ritual compliance. The study advances moral and character education theory by empirically distinguishing transformative spirituality from ritualistic religiosity and offers practical insights for designing spirituality-based character education programs applicable across diverse cultural and educational contexts

Cultural Traditions of Hajj and Umrah: A Comparative Study of Madurese Communities in Indonesia and Malaysia

Local traditions surrounding the Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages among Madurese communities have received limited scholarly attention, particularly within comparative transnational contexts. While existing studies documented the cultural significance of pilgrimage in Madura, less is known about how these traditions are reconfigured when Madurese communities migrate and inhabit different socio-political environments. This study examined how Hajj and Umrah practices are organized, experienced, and transformed among Madurese communities in Indonesia and among Madurese migrants in Malaysia. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and documentation involving community members, religious leaders, and academics. The findings revealed a clear contrast between the two contexts: in Madura, pilgrimage traditions remained highly visible and communally celebrated, reinforcing social cohesion and moral recognition, while in Malaysia these practices tended to be simplified and selectively expressed as adaptive responses to minority positioning, sociopolitical regulation, and norms of public visibility. The study demonstrated that Hajj and Umrah function not only as acts of worship but also as culturally embedded performances through which identity, belonging, and social legitimacy are negotiated within transnational social fields. By foregrounding the interplay between ritual, culture, and mobility, this research contributes to broader discussions on lived Islam, migration, and the dynamic transformation of religious practices across national boundaries

The Challenges and Strategies of Coastal Tourism Development:The Insight from Kampai Island, Indonesia

While leveraging local potential is an established paradigm for sustainable tourism, its application in geographically isolated contexts remains complex and underexplored. This study addresses this gap by examining the unique case of Kampai Island, Indonesia, a remote destination possessing underutilized natural and cultural assets. The objectives of this research are: 1) to identify the island’s tourism potential and development challenges; and 2) to formulate comprehensive strategies for sustainable growth. Utilizing a phenomenological qualitative design, data were gathered through participant observation, in-depth interviews, and document analysis. The findings highlight significant potential in natural features such as Berawe Beach, as well as cultural-historical sites including the Keramat Panjang and Mas Merah cemeteries. However, development efforts are hindered by multidimensional barriers, encompassing inadequate infrastructure, limited institutional capacity, a lack of strategic partnerships, and human resource limitations. Synthesizing these insights, the discussion proposes an integrated strategic framework. Key recommendations involve strengthening local institutions and human resources through context-specific training, fostering multi-stakeholder collaborations to leverage external resources, prioritizing participatory infrastructure development, and designing integrated tourism products based on local narratives. In conclusion, sustainable tourism on remote islands requires a holistic approach that strategically leverages local assets and addresses systemic constraints via inclusive and collaborative planning

Beyond the Motive: Lessons Learned from Work Commitment Based on Pesantren

Educators’ performance in Pesantren is often measured by the salaries they receive. The salaries of educators and administrative staff at Pesantren are often below the minimum wage. Thus, work motivation arises not from the fulfilment of biological needs, but from the operation of higher values of life’s meaning. This research aimed to understand the forms of pesantren-based work motivation and the factors that shape it. The research employed a qualitative approach with a phenomenological design to explore the forms of motivation rooted in Pesantren values that influence the commitment to work of teaching and educational staff. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and document analysis in traditional Pesantrens in East Java. Data analysis was carried out using MAXQDA. The research results showed that the forms of Pesantren-based work motivation consisted of ruhul jihad, sincerity of intention, management of responsibility, self-control, and spirit of service. The research results also showed that the factors that form Pesantren-based work motivation consisted of qasd al-Amal (intention to work), vertical and horizontal balance, tabarrukan, career sustainability and job security, and interpersonal connectedness. These values, deeply embedded in the Pesantren environment, contribute to a strong work commitment that is intrinsic and enduring

Paradigms of Scientific Integration in Sumatra\u27s State Islamic Universities

This article examines the paradigm of scientific integration in Islamic religious universities in Sumatra through a comparative and contextual approach. Although studies on scientific integration have grown rapidly, most remain confined to normative discussions and have not sufficiently examined how integration is constructed, interpreted, and implemented within diverse institutional contexts. Using a quasi-qualitative approach based on in-depth interviews, academic observations, document analysis, and focus group discussions (FGDs), this study explores the dynamics of scientific integration in three State Islamic Universities: UIN North Sumatra, UIN Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh, and UIN Raden Fatah Palembang. The findings show that scientific integration is not understood as a singular unification of religious and scientific disciplines, but as a multi-layered epistemological process encompassing philosophical orientations, methodological alignments, and academic practices. Variations in integration paradigms emerge according to each institution’s vision, historical trajectory, and academic strategy, shaping different models of curriculum design, research orientation, and academic culture. These results indicate that the paradigm of scientific integration in Sumatra develops in a dynamic and context-dependent pattern rather than as a standardized institutional model. Beyond the local context, this study offers a reflective analytical framework for understanding scientific integration as a living epistemological process, contributing to broader discussions on Islamic higher education and contemporary global epistemological challenges

Organizational Justice, Citizenship Behavior, and Teacher Performance in Islamic Secondary Education: An Evidence from Indonesian Madrasah

Improving teacher performance remains a critical challenge in Islamic secondary education, particularly in relation to organizational conditions that shape professional behavior and instructional effectiveness. This study investigated the extent to which organizational justice and Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) jointly influenced teacher performance in State Islamic Senior High Schools (Madrasah Aliyah Negeri) in Sumedang Regency. Employing a quantitative research design, data were collected from MAN teachers and analyzed using inferential statistical techniques, including simultaneous F-tests and coefficients of determination. The results demonstrated that organizational justice and OCB exerted a significant positive influence on teacher performance (F = 48.457; p < 0.001), accounting for 57.7% of the variance. Among performance indicators, timeliness emerged as the strongest con tributor, reflecting a culture of discipline, while the quantity of work indicated areas requiring institutional improvement. Beyond confirming established theories of organizational behavior theories, the findings highlighted the contextual importance of integrating Islamic ethical values, such as amanah (trustworthiness), ukhuwah (brotherhood), and ihsan (excellence), into madrasah governance. By aligning fair organizational structures with value-based voluntary behavior, this study offers an empirically grounded and culturally embedded perspective for strengthening teacher performance and advancing sustainable educational quality in Islamic schooling contexts

Physical Activity and Preschool Social Development: Cultural and Contextual Insights from Indonesia

This study examines the relationship between digital game exposure, physical activity, and social competence among preschool children in Pekanbaru, Indonesia. While global debates frequently portray screen time as inherently detrimental, limited evidence from Southeast Asian contexts has analyzed how digital engagement and outdoor play jointly influence early social development. Grounded in Vygotsky’s sociocultural theory, this research investigates associations between daily screen time, outdoor physical activity, and children’s expressive, compliant, and disruptive behaviors. A cross-sectional online survey was conducted with 213 parents of children aged 2–5 years. Social competence was measured using the culturally adapted Adaptive Social Behavior Inventory (ASBI), alongside parent-reported screen time and outdoor play duration. Multiple linear regression analyses were applied while controlling for demographic variables. The results indicate that extended screen time is negatively associated with compliant behavior, whereas outdoor physical activity is positively associated with expressive and compliant behaviors. These findings suggest that developmental outcomes depend not merely on digital exposure itself, but on the balance between individualized screen use and socially interactive play. By providing culturally contextualized evidence from Indonesia, this study contributes to a more nuanced understanding of digital childhood in non-Western settings

Amanah-Based Public Relations and Digital Trust in Islamic Private Universities

Public trust has emerged as a critical challenge for Private Islamic Universities (PTIS) in the digital era, particularly regarding the translation of Islamic ethical values from symbolic claims into concrete institutional practices. This study examines how the value of Amanah (trust) is internalized within Public Relations (PR) practices at PTIS in Jambi, positioning trust as both a religious-ethical principle and a professional standard that guides governance, communication, and digital engagement. Using a qualitative multi-site case study design, data were collected through in-depth interviews with institutional leaders, PR personnel, academic staff, administrative officers, and students, complemented by observation of institutional digital platforms. Data were analysed using the interactive model of Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña. The findings reveal that Amanah functions as an internal governing logic, shaping leadership integrity, policy transparency, participatory communication, and digital accountability. Trust is further strengthened through inclusive leadership, open communication channels, transparent academic and administrative policies, and responsible digital governance. However, the study also identifies persistent challenges, including inconsistent leadership modelling, weak oversight mechanisms, limited digital literacy, and concerns regarding academic data security. These results indicate that ethical values alone are insufficient to sustain digital trust without structural reinforcement and accountable digital systems. Ultimately, this study contributes to the field by conceptualizing Amanah as an operational PR principle that integrates Islamic ethics with contemporary digital trust governance in higher education