Achievement of Stunting-Free Status Tisnogambar Village Bangsalsari Subdistrict, Jember Regency

Stunting is a significant chronic nutritional problem in Indonesia, including in East Java, which affects children's growth and development. This study aims to explore the factors that influence stunting and its mitigation. Stunting is caused by inadequate nutritional intake, especially during the first 1000 days of life, as well as infections, poor sanitation and family economic conditions. Although the prevalence of stunting in East Java has decreased from 23.5% in 2021 to 19.2% in 2022, this figure still indicates that many children are affected. Effective nutrition interventions, such as multi-nutrient supplementation, nutrition education, and adequate nutrition support, are needed to improve children's nutritional status and reduce the risk of stunting. Research by Yudho Bawono et al. (2024) showed that socialisation on the impact of stunting increased community knowledge by 6.20%, confirming the importance of education in stunting prevention at the community level. In addition, the nutritional condition of the mother during pregnancy also plays an important role in the risk of stunting in children. Nutrient deficiencies such as iron and vitamin D during pregnancy can lead to low birth weight and stunting. Therefore, a comprehensive approach, involving education, access to health services, and collaboration between the government and the community, is essential to ensure children receive adequate nutrition and can grow optimally. This study is expected to provide deeper insights into the factors that influence stunting and the effectiveness of prevention efforts that have been made

Exploring Informal Corruption Through Local Wisdom in Community-Based Zakat Institutions

Community-based zakat management is a critical component of Islamic welfare systems, grounded in participation, social trust, and local wisdom. However, such systems are not immune to informal corruption. This study investigates the forms and drivers of informal corruption in local zakat distribution and examines how local cultural norms may legitimize or mitigate such practices. Using a qualitative approach with a descriptive-analytical design, the research integrates literature review, discourse analysis, and case documentation in Putukrejo village. Findings reveal three major patterns of informal corruption: nepotistic distribution, discretionary deductions by zakat managers, and non-transparent reporting. These are legitimized through patron-client relationships, elite dominance, and uncritical local norms. The study argues for a hybrid governance model combining public deliberation, community-based transparency, and social auditing. Reinvigorating local wisdom as a form of ethical control aligned with Islamic public ethics is essential to establishing a more equitable, participatory, and accountable zakat governance framework

A Transforming Public Services Towards Smart City in the Perspective of E-Government in Indonesia

The development of digital technology has brought significant changes in various aspects of life, including public services. In the digital era, people demand faster, transparent, and more efficient services. This encourages the government to transform public services by utilizing information and communication technology (ICT). This Transformation of manual systems into digital ones also improves business processes, increases accountability, and ensures community involvement in policymaking. This study uses a qualitative method with a case study approach. The researcher collects data through observation, data analysis, literacy studies, and/or literature review studies. Implementing public policies using smart cities with an e-government system in Indonesia still faces various multidimensional obstacles. The main problems identified include digital access disparity, limited network infrastructure, large implementation budgets, lack of public understanding, linguistic and technical competence barriers, cybersecurity issues, and rejection of digital Transformation

Strategi Peningkatan Produktifitas Usaha Mikro Makanan Dan Minuman Di Kabupaten Jombang

Micro food and beverage businesses in Jombang Regency have great potential to be developed. The research problem is low productivity. The study aims to provide priority strategies for increasing the productivity of micro food and beverage businesses in Jombang Regency. The study uses an analytical descriptive approach, with the hierarchy process analysis (AHP) technique. The data collection method uses survey and interview techniques. Questionnaires given to 25 key persons consisting of academics and micro cullinary. The results show that the priority scale of the field is production as the main priority, marketing, institutions and human resources. In micro food and beverage businesses, production is the main priority because it is related to increasing production capacity through easy access to capital, increasing the variety of food and beverage products through innovation, increasing the efficiency of resource use and increasing the quality produc

Spanish Cultural Diplomacy Toward France Throught El Programa Para la Internacionalización de la Cultura Española (PICE)

Culture is one of the soft power instruments for building good relationships between countries. The Spanish government has carried out cultural diplomacy through the El Programa Para la Internacionalización de la Cultura Española (PICE) since 2013, with France as one of the target countries for implementation. As a country with a diverse culture, Spain uses it as an instrument of diplomacy. Nevertheless, PICE as a cultural diplomacy program has obstacles to global implementation. France as a country that is geographically directly adjacent and as one of the potential markets for Spanish cultural tourism. This study aims to learn about the implementation of a cultural diplomacy strategy toward France through PICE. This study uses a qualitative descriptive research approach with a literature study as the data sources. Using the concept of public diplomacy and cultural diplomacy, it was found that the PICE program toward France in the first 10 years was implemented through 4 cultural activities, artist mobility, cultural exchange, cultural representation, and collaboration with France cultural institutions. Thus, PICE toward France became a tool for giving a broader perspective about Spain to the France public through the cultural instrument and also strengthened the existing bilateral relations between Spain and France

Efektivitas Strategi City branding Kota Malang Melalui Kampoeng Wisata Heritage Kajoetangan oleh Pokdarwis untuk Meningkatkan Kunjungan Wisatawan Mancanegara

This study aims to examine the effectiveness of Malang City's city branding strategy through the management of Kampoeng Heritage Kajoetangan by the Pokdarwis (Tourism Awareness Group) in increasing international tourist visits. City branding is understood as a strategic communication tool used by cities to build a global image and attractiveness, in this case focusing on heritage areas as representations of local identity. Pokdarwis serves as the grassroots actor implementing branding strategies through historical narratives, cultural preservation, digital promotion, and collaboration with government and tourism sectors. This research adopts a qualitative approach using a case study method. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, field observations, documentation, and literature studies. The findings show that the city branding strategy executed by Pokdarwis is relatively effective in enhancing the attractiveness of Kajoetangan for international tourists, as indicated by an increase in foreign tourist visits over the past two years. This effectiveness is supported by community synergy, strong cultural storytelling, and consistent promotion through social media and tourism events. These findings highlight the crucial role of local communities in city diplomacy and strengthening international image through culture-based tourism

Implementation of Spiritual Leadership Style in an Effort to Improve Employee Performance: (A Case Study of RM. Pangestu Special Lalapan Jember)

This study aims to analyze the implementation of spiritual leadership in an effort to improve employee performance in RM. Pangestu Special Lalapan mention of the Jember. The background of this research is based on the increasingly fierce competitin in the culinary business in Jember Regency, especially in the typical food business sector. RM. Pangestu Special Lalapan, which has been established since 2001, applies spiritual values as part of its human resource management strategy to create a harmonious and productive work environment. This study uses a qualitative approach with a case study method. Data was collected through in-depth interviews, observations, documentation of owners, HR managers, employees, and costumers. The main theory used is Spiritual Leadership Theory by Fry et al. which includes three main dimensions, namely: vision, altruistic love, and faith/hope

Internal Control on the Revenue Cycle at Discuss Space & Coffee Cafe Jember

Discuss Space & Coffee is a cafe that not only provides a place to gather but also to work. This research was conducted to evaluate the implementation of the accounting system in the revenue cycle and identify weaknesses and limitations of existing internal controls. The research method used was qualitative, incorporating interviews and direct observation as data collection techniques.The results show that although the accounting system in the revenue cycle has been implemented, there are still some obstacles, especially those originating from bugs in the majoo application. These obstacles interfere with the process of recording revenue in real-time. However, the owner of Discuss Space & Coffee has overcome this problem in an effective and efficient way, namely by adding additional alternative tools to ensure smooth operations. To overcome bugs in the majoo application, it is recommended that the application manager immediately make regular updates and improvements. In addition, technical training for cafe staff can also help reduce the impact of technical glitches that may occur in the future

Pengembangan Desa Wisata Purbayan Kecamatan Kotagede Provinsi Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta Melalui Peran dan Partisipasi Lembaga Desa Wisata Institute

The development of tourism villages is being encouraged by the Government. One of the institutions in Indonesia that helps develop tourism villages is Lembaga Desa Wisata Institute (LDWI). LDWI designs, develops and implements tourism development activities in a participatory manner. One of the villages fostered by LDWI is Purbayan Tourism Village which has interesting tourism potential. This study discusses the role and participation of LDWI in developing Purbayan Village as a Tourism Village. The type of data is qualitative which is the result of interviews with related institutions. Secondary data collection through the collection of documents related to the research. Determination of informants using purposive sampling techniques. The role and participation of LDWI in the stakeholder position are as Facilitators and Accelerators. Facilitators are stakeholders with the aim of providing facilities such as training activities, mentoring, and discussion forums. Accelerators are stakeholders with the aim of accelerating and implementing program desig

The Empowerment Process of Female Heads of Households Based on Beauty Salon Training (A Descriptive Study at Mengayu Indonesia in Jember Regency)

Female heads of households often face difficulties in accessing various basic needs and public services due to social stigma and economic limitations. Mengayu Indonesia, a private organization, strives to empower female heads of households through beauty salon training. This research aims to analyze and describe this empowerment process. This study employs a qualitative research approach with adescriptive type. The research location was determined using the purposive area technique. The informants were selected using a purposive sampling technique. Data collection techniques involved three methods: observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis was conducted through three stages: data condensation, data presentation, and conclusion drawing or verification. Data validity was ensured through three stages: credibility test, transferability test, and dependability test.Research at Mengayu Indonesia shows that empowerment is carried out through the stages of assessment, planning, training and sales, and evaluation. Substantially, this process is similar, namely identifying the potential, problems, and opportunities of the area, developing group plans, implementing group activities, and continuously monitoring the process and results in a participatory manner. Beauty salon training has a positive impact on female heads of households by improving their skills, self confidence, and economic independence