JPM: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat

Optimalisasi Peningkatan Daya Saing UMKM Kuliner Medan melalui Digitalisasi Pemasaran dan Manajemen Keuangan Kota Medan

2025-06-05T06:27:18+00:00

This community engagement program aims to enhance the competitiveness of culinary micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Medan City through training in digital marketing and basic financial management. A preliminary survey of 20 MSMEs revealed that most lacked strategic use of social media and did not maintain proper financial records. The program was implemented through interactive training and field mentoring over two months. The results showed significant improvements in four key areas: social media usage increased from 50% to 85%, financial record-keeping from 20% to 75%, digital literacy from 30% to 85%, and financial literacy from 25% to 75%. Participants also reported increased business revenue and enhanced online promotion skills. The program aligns with prior research findings while offering a unique approach through integrated methods and tangible behavioral change among participants. Limitations include a relatively short implementation period and the absence of long-term impact assessment. Nevertheless, the program is considered successful and has the potential to be replicated for other MSME sectors with a more sustainable strategy.

Dampak Optimalisasi Kesehatan Remaja dengan Edukasi Bijak Dalam Penggunaan Obat Kepada Siswa SMP

2025-05-29T05:45:44+00:00

Self-medication is increasingly common among the general public, including adolescents. However, a lack of proper understanding regarding drug use, storage, and disposal can lead to medication errors that pose serious health risks. This community service activity aimed to improve the knowledge of students at SMP regarding the proper and responsible use of medications through an educational session titled “Using Medicines Wisely.” The activity was conducted on May 24, 2025, by lecturers from the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Swadaya Gunung Jati (UGJ), using a face-to-face method involving a pre-test, educational material delivery, interactive discussion, and a post-test. Pre-test results showed that only 22% of participants had good knowledge, which increased to 68% after the educational session with the meaning of value. These findings indicate that the activity effectively enhanced students’ understanding of responsible self-medication practices, particularly in recognizing drug types, usage instructions, proper storage, and safe disposal methods. This program is expected to foster wise medication habits from an early age and contribute to the development of a health-conscious society.

Optimalisasi Penguatan Kompetensi Guru Bimbingan dan Konseling Melalui Pelatihan Pembuatan RPLBK Berbasis Four C’s

2025-06-05T06:23:38+00:00

The increasingly complex demands of the modern era require educational services, including guidance and counseling, to transform and align with the needs of 21st-century learners. School counselors play a strategic role in guiding students to develop their potential and plan their future careers effectively. However, a needs assessment conducted in Ogan Ilir Regency revealed that many school counselors still face challenges in designing Counseling Service Implementation Plans (RPLBK) based on 21st-century skills, known as the Four C’s: Critical Thinking, Creativity, Collaboration, and Communication. This community service activity aimed to enhance the professional competence of school counselors through a structured training program focused on developing RPLBK aligned with the Four C’s framework. The training was delivered using a blended learning model with an in-on-in approach, including theoretical sessions, face-to-face workshops, and follow-up mentoring for revision and evaluation. The evaluation results indicated a significant improvement in participants’ understanding and skills in designing more creative, collaborative, and contextually relevant RPLBKs. This initiative is expected to serve as a starting point in strengthening the professional capacity of school counselors to provide adaptive and relevant career guidance services in the digital era.

Optimalisasi Pendidikan Kesehatan Gizi Terhadap Pencegahan Anemia pada Remaja melalui Permainan Ular Tangga Gizi Seimbang

2025-06-01T01:41:59+00:00

Anemia or often called a condition caused by lack of blood where this disease is caused by iron deficiency, a type of micronutrient deficiency that is most common in the world. One of the individuals who are susceptible to anemia is adolescents who are influenced by several factors, namely age, knowledge or education, nutritional status, behavior, and consuming nutrition. Adolescence is one of the periods with a high chance of iron deficiency because there are many factors. The working area of ??the Dago Health Center in Bandung City in 2024 was identified as one of the health centers with the highest number of cases of adolescent anemia. Based on the results of the initial survey, it was found that SMP Pasundan 3 was the school and research location with the highest prevalence of adolescent anemia among schools in the area. This study aims to identify the effect of nutritional health education delivered through the balanced nutrition snakes and ladders game on preventing anemia in adolescents. This research method is a quasi-experimental with a pre-test post-test design with adolescent participants where the group of adolescents with anemia was selected as the research subjects. The study population of 40 adolescents at SMP Pasundan 3, each consisting of female and male adolescents with anemia. The results of the study showed that there was a significant difference between the two groups in the pre-test and post-test scores which showed (P<0.001). The intervention group consistently showed a higher mean score on both measurements indicating that the intervention was successful.

Website Promosi Pariwisata: Solusi Digital untuk Eksplorasi Potensi Desa

2025-07-01T17:29:58+00:00

Ciputri Village, located in Pacet Subdistrict, Cianjur Regency, possesses promising natural tourism potential. However, this potential has not been optimally promoted due to the lack of adequate digital infrastructure, particularly in leveraging web-based platforms for tourism information dissemination. One of the key issues is the limited utilization of information technology, especially the absence of a village website integrated with location-based features. Additionally, the lack of technical skills among village officials and local residents in managing and maintaining web systems has hindered efforts to develop digital tourism strategies. In response to these challenges, a community service program initiated by LLDIKTI Region 3 and carried out by a team from Universitas Mercubuana, Universitas Pertamina, and Akademi Maritim Djadajat conducted a series of socialization and training activities. These activities aimed to introduce, train, and enhance the digital capabilities of village officials and residents through location-based website development and management. The program included a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) to identify local needs, hands-on technical workshops, and feedback sessions to assess participants’ understanding. This initiative is expected to build digital competence in Ciputri Village and serve as a foundation for transforming it into a smart tourism village empowered by information technology.

Peningkatan Literasi Digital Bagi Masyarakat Desa Melalui Pelatihan Keamanan Siber Dasar Berbasis Komunitas

2025-07-14T03:05:07+00:00

Low digital literacy in rural communities is a big gap for increasing cases of digital crime such as online fraud, phishing, and the spread of hoaxes. This community service activity aims to increase the understanding and awareness of the community of LK.I Sukamulia Village, Sinaksak Village, Tapian Dolok District, Simalungun Regency regarding the importance of cybersecurity through community-based basic training. The activity was carried out for five days, attended by 50 participants with various professional backgrounds such as farmers, traders, laborers, motorcycle taxi drivers, teachers, and online entrepreneurs. The method of implementing the activity consisted of the initial survey stage, module preparation, interactive training, direct practice, and evaluation of results. The material presented included an introduction to digital threats, how to create a secure password, the use of two-factor authentication, and the practice of using security applications. Evaluation was carried out through pre-tests and post-tests as well as observations during the activity. The results showed an average increase in participant understanding of 83% after participating in the training. In addition, the Village Digital Community was also formed as a sustainable step for local digital security education. This activity proves that a practical and contextual educational approach can increase community resilience to digital risks and can be replicated in other villages to expand the impact of community service.

Optimalisasi Pelatihan Transparansi Keuangan Masjid Melalui Implementasi Aplikasi Kas Digital

2025-05-29T06:11:01+00:00

Transparent and accountable financial management is essential for maintaining congregational trust and enhancing participation in religious and social activities. However, many mosques still manage their finances manually, making them prone to recording errors and lack of transparency. This community service activity aims to optimize financial transparency in mosques through the implementation of the eKasMasjid digital cash application, accessible online via http://ekasmasjid.com. The methods involved include socialization, training for mosque administrators on how to use the application, and continuous mentoring and evaluation during implementation. The results show that the eKasMasjid application significantly improves financial recording efficiency, reduces transaction errors by up to 85%, and facilitates financial reporting that can be accessed openly by the congregation. A survey of mosque congregants revealed that 89% expressed increased trust in the mosque’s financial management, and 76% felt more motivated to donate regularly. In conclusion, the use of digital technology through the eKasMasjid application contributes positively to establishing a more transparent, accountable, and participatory mosque financial governance system.

Optimalisasi Pemberdayaan Keuangan Sosial Melalui Crowdfunding Online untuk Pengembangan Infrastruktur Wisata Desa

2025-07-24T06:20:51+00:00

This community service aims to empower village entrepreneurs and managers of Village-Owned Enterprises (BUMDes) to better understand financial management through training on the use of online crowdfunding in the development of village tourism infrastructure. This activity was carried out using a participatory approach through face-to-face training, case studies, and hands-on practice in campaign fundraising. Based on a survey of 20 participants before and after the training, there was a significant increase in understanding of the concept of crowdfunding, with the majority moving from a low level to moderate and high levels after the training. These findings align with recent research highlighting the importance of digital financial literacy and technology utilisation in village development (Rahmawati et al., 2024; Suvero et al., 2023; Zellatifanny & Mudjiyanto, 2024). Although the training successfully enhanced participants' capacity, the activity had limitations in terms of the number of respondents, the short duration of the training, and the absence of a directly implemented crowdfunding campaign. Therefore, the programme recommends ongoing mentoring and multi-stakeholder collaboration to ensure the sustainable use of crowdfunding as a village social finance tool and its direct impact on local tourism development

Optimalisasi Pemanfaatan Generatif AI dalam Pemberdayaan Kreativitas Musik Penyandang Disabilitas

2025-07-19T02:55:51+00:00

Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, especially Generative AI, opens up new opportunities in the fields of art and creativity, including in digital music production. This community service activity aims to empower people with disabilities through training in the use of Generative AI in the digital music creation process. The partner in this activity is a community of people with disabilities in the city of Palembang, namely the Sharing Disability Indonesia Foundation, who have an interest in music, but are physically and sensorily limited. The implementation method is carried out through a participatory approach with the following stages: technology socialization, training in the use of generative AI platforms such as Suno AI, and assistance in the process of producing digital music works. Evaluation is carried out through interviews and assessments of the quality of the musical works produced by participants. The results of this activity show that participants are able to use Generative AI independently to create original music, and experience increased self-confidence and creative expression. This community service proves that technology can bridge the access gap and become an inclusive tool that supports the empowerment of groups with disabilities in the world of art and technology. AI literacy is an important aspect that must be instilled from an early age, not only for people with disabilities but also the general public, so that they can understand, utilize, and adapt critically and creatively to technological advances. Based on the results of the questionnaire, the participants were in the 68-30% interval, meaning that this community service activity had a positive impact on increasing self-confidence and creativity for people with disabilities.

Penerapan Mesin Pencacah Rumput untuk Meningkatkan Efisiensi Usaha Peternakan pada Kelompok Ternak Bumdes

2025-07-29T13:06:15+00:00

The Livestock Group of Bumdes Kridatama in Gumiwang Village, Purbalingga, is a farming cooperative managing beef cattle and goats. Currently, animal feeding practices rely entirely on manually cut fresh grass without further processing. Field observations and interviews indicate that this method is inefficient, requiring 4 to 5 hours per day for grass cutting, and fails to meet optimal nutritional requirements for livestock due to inconsistent grass size and poor digestibility. To address these challenges, a community service program was conducted to improve the members’ knowledge and skills in using a grass chopping machine, aiming to enhance the efficiency of livestock farming operations. The program involved 15 active members of the Bumdes Kridatama Livestock Group as participants. The implementation methods included socialization on the importance of high-quality feed processing, hands-on training in operating the grass chopping machine, and live demonstrations from chopping to feeding the processed grass to livestock. Following implementation, regular monitoring, evaluation, and mentoring were conducted to ensure sustainability. Evaluation results showed a significant improvement in operational efficiency: the average time required for feed preparation decreased from 4.5 hours per day to just 1.1 hours—a reduction of 75.6%. Moreover, the use of finer and more uniform chopped grass improved feed digestibility, leading to a 10–15% increase in livestock weight gain over a three-month period compared to pre-intervention levels. Participants responded positively, with 90% reporting that the machine was easy to operate, and 80% stating that the program helped make their farming activities more efficient and better managed. This initiative demonstrates that the adoption of appropriate technology—specifically, the grass chopping machine—can significantly improve feeding efficiency, enhance animal productivity, and contribute to the sustainable improvement of farmers’ livelihoods.

Strategi Edukasi dan Promosi Kesehatan untuk Optimalisasi Pencegahan Komplikasi Diabetes Mellitus dan Hipertensi pada Usia Remaja

2025-07-18T15:44:33+00:00

Hypertension and diabetes mellitus are non-communicable diseases with a steadily increasing prevalence, including among adolescents. Lack of knowledge and unhealthy lifestyles are the main risk factors. Based on this, this community service activity aimed to improve students’ knowledge at SMA Muhammadiyah 1 Purbalingga regarding both diseases and to conduct health screening as an early detection effort. The method included health education using PowerPoint media, preceded by a pre-test and followed by a post-test to assess knowledge improvement. In addition, random blood glucose tests and blood pressure measurements were carried out as part of the health screening. The results showed a significant increase in students' knowledge after the educational session (p < 0.05), and several students were found to have abnormal blood glucose and blood pressure levels. This activity demonstrated that health education and screening are effective in raising students' awareness of the importance of preventing non-communicable diseases. These findings highlight the need for continuous education and the adoption of a healthy lifestyle from an early age to prevent future complications.