DAWUH : Islamic Communication Journal

Deradicalization to Reintegration: Examining Post-Release Dynamics of Former Terrorism Offenders in Bengkulu

I Wayan Bayuna — 2026-06-01

This research, using empirical data from Bengkulu Province, revisits the implementation of deradicalization policies in Indonesia by creating an integrated governance model based on the dynamics of reintegration of former terrorist convicts. This study discusses the ongoing fragmentation in deradicalization programs, where socio-economic reintegration, psychosocial rehabilitation, and ideological disengagement are still poorly coordinated across various institutions. Data were collected from 30 informants representing government agencies, academics, civil society, media, corporate actors, and former terrorist convicts using a qualitative descriptive design and an interactive analytical approach from Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña (2014). The findings demonstrate that the effectiveness of deradicalization is shaped by three interdependent dimensions: (1) cognitive transformation through educational interventions, (2) psychosocial recovery through rehabilitation processes, and (3) structural reintegration through social inclusion and economic empowerment. However, significant implementation gaps persist, particularly in inter-agency coordination, sustainability of economic support, and the persistence of social stigma toward former offenders. The results of this study offer the Integrated Penta-helix Deradicalization Governance Model (IPDGM), a unique theoretical framework that combines social identity theory, collaborative governance theory, and policy implementation theory. By shifting the focus of analysis from state-centered methods to multi-actor governance, this model improves the literature and provides policymakers in Indonesia with a more flexible and comprehensive framework for implementing deradicalization policies.

Reclaiming Social Harmony, Prophetic Paradigm Communication Media as a Sociological Model for Public Relations in Managing Social Communication Issues

Akhmad Muwafik Saleh — 2026-06-04

This study explores the role of communication media within the prophetic paradigm as a sociological model for Public Relations (PR) in addressing contemporary social communication problems. Departing from the premise that media is not merely a channel of message delivery but an institution that shapes social realities, this research analyzes how mediatization, commercialization, and sensational framing contribute to the fragmentation of social cohesion. The paper employs a sociological communication framework combined with prophetic values humanization, liberation, and transcendence as formulated by Kuntowijoyo, to offer an ethical corrective to media distortion and distrust. Drawing on Qur’anic principles such as al-Hamāsah, ad-Da’wu Bih, and tabayyun, the study argues that prophetic communication provides a moral and operational model capable of restoring social harmony. The research reveals that media and PR practices rooted in empathy, ethical verification, anti-sensational framing, and public-oriented narratives can reduce polarization, strengthen social trust, and protect communities from digital misinformation. This work proposes the Prophetic Public Relations Model as an alternative framework for reclaiming social harmony by positioning media as a moral mediator, cultural integrator, and guardian of public ethics. Ultimately, this study highlights the transformative potential of prophetic communication in shaping a more ethical, inclusive, and socially cohesive media environment.

Digital Da'wah Strategies in The Era of Social Media and Digital Platforms: Opportunities, Challenges, and Effective Practices

Abrori — 2026-06-10

In the digital era, social media has become a tool with many advantages in supporting da'wah activities. These include the ability to reach a wide audience, direct interaction, and the speed of message dissemination. However, there are also obstacles to overcome, such as the rapid flow of content uploaded at any given time, the potential for the spread of false or misleading information, and differences in perception and interpretation of da'wah messages among diverse da'wah partners. Many cases arise from the communication style of some preachers on social media, which can sometimes be rude, offensive, or display excessive lifestyles. The main focus of this article is to formulate da'wah strategies that are appropriate to the dynamics of the digital era. The findings indicate that contemporary da'wah strategies utilize various digital tools such as social media, podcasts, YouTube, blogs, da'wah apps, and cross-platform strategies. The process involves a series of structured steps including audience analysis, platform selection, content production, message distribution, and regular evaluation to ensure message delivery remains relevant, broad, and sustainable. The implementation of da'wah needs to use a creative and interactive approach so that it can reach a wider target to all audiences, especially the millennial generation Z group. Short visual-based content, supported by technology, has proven effective in attracting attention and strengthening religious messages.

Representation of Bengkulu Provincial DPRD Members in Supporting the Government's “Help the People” Policy

Eceh Trisna Ayuh — 2026-06-10

Regional legislative bodies (DPRD) play a strategic yet underexamined role in ensuring welfare-oriented policies genuinely benefit the public. This study analyzes the representation of Bengkulu Provincial DPRD members in supporting the "Bantu Rakyat" policy, addressing a gap in existing literature that examines DPRD functions generically without linking them to specific pro-people programs at the provincial level. Employing Hanna Pitkin's (1967) Theory of Representation encompassing formalistic, descriptive, symbolic, and substantive dimensions as its analytical framework, this study uses a qualitative library research method supplemented by purposive in-depth interviews with members of Commission I of the Bengkulu Provincial DPRD. Findings reveal that all four representational dimensions are present, though with varying effectiveness. Formalistic representation is evident in active APBD deliberation and policy approval; descriptive representation emerges through members' diverse socioeconomic backgrounds enabling articulation of constituents' needs; symbolic representation appears in public communications that strengthen public trust. Most critically, substantive representation the highest indicator of representational quality is reflected in supervisory activities including field visits, evaluation sessions, and recommendations to improve benefit distribution transparency, though constrained by limited inter-agency coordination and institutional capacity. This study contributes theoretically by applying Pitkin's framework to a provincial legislative context in Indonesia, and practically by providing a diagnostic basis for strengthening the DPRD's substantive role in welfare policy delivery.

Dynamics and Trends of Political Communication Research in the Information Technology Landscape: Bibliometric Analysis with VOSviewer

Astriana Baiti Sinaga — 2026-06-20

This study aims to analyze the dynamics and trends of political communication research in the information technology landscape through a bibliometric approach. Data were obtained from the Scopus database with selection criteria consisting of journal articles and proceedings published between 2016 and 2026 using Publish or Perish 8. The analysis process was carried out through the stages of data collection, filtering based on relevance, and mapping and visualization using VOSviewer software. The analysis focused on publication patterns, author collaborations, and the development of emerging research themes. The results show that political communication studies have experienced significant developments along with the rapid transformation of information technology, particularly related to social media, disinformation, and digital political participation. The bibliometric map indicates the existence of main clusters reflecting the research focus on issues of digital democracy, platform-based political campaigns, and the influence of algorithms on public opinion. Furthermore, recent trends point to the integration of technologies such as big data and artificial intelligence in political communication analysis. These findings contribute to identifying future research directions and open up opportunities for developing more interdisciplinary and contextual studies. This research contributes to identifying future research directions that are more technology-based.

Communication Patterns in the Indonesian Ulema Council's Fatwa on the Law of Global Climate Change Control

Agus Fatuh Widoyo — 2026-07-01

This study aims to identify the construction of mass communication functions in the literacy of the fatwa of the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) Number 86 of 2023 concerning the Law of Global Climate Change Control. This qualitative study uses a content analysis approach. Primary data using documents from the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) Fatwa Number 86 of 2023 on the Law of Global Climate Change Control, and various correlative scientific literature as secondary data. Harold Lasswell’s theory of mass communication as the foundation of the perspective. Documentation techniques were used in data collection, and data analysis techniques included reduction, presentation, and verification stages. This study concludes that there are three functions of mass communication in the literacy of MUI's fatwa on the Law of Global Climate Change Control, including the function of environmental monitoring related to the rampant phenomenon of natural disasters as a result of global climate change. Then, the function of social correlation related to the importance of cooperation between MUI with all elements of society and government agencies in the implementation of the fatwa on controlling global climate change. Furthermore, the function of social transmission is related to MUI's duty in instilling guidelines for Muslims in facing the problem of global climate change. This study highlights the importance of establishing a holistic approach to mass communication in disseminating fatwa-based literacy regarding environmental and socio-religious issues

Literary Journalism as Counter-Narrative in Pesantren Reporting on Kediripedia.com

Lukman Hakim — 2026-07-01

The development of digital media has driven a shift towards fast-paced, efficient journalistic practices, resulting in a proliferation of digital coverage that prioritizes speed and controversy, particularly regarding pesantren (Indonesian Islamic boarding schools). Through literary journalism, Kediripedia.com serves as an alternative media platform that presents information about pesantren from a different perspective, drawing on lived experience. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the implementation of literary journalism in reporting on pesantren on the online media platform Kediripedia.com, using a qualitative approach based on Teun A. van Dijk’s critical discourse analysis model. The data collection techniques employed were interviews with the Managing Editor and Journalists of Kediripedia.com, as well as a documentary study of four news articles on the theme of pesantren, selected via purposive sampling based on the characteristics of literary journalism. The analysis was conducted across three textual dimensions: text structure (macro, superstructure, and micro), social cognition, and social context. The results of this study indicate that Kediripedia.com employs literary journalism through metaphors, emotive vocabulary, third-person pronouns, and dramatic narrative flow. Consequently, the texts are dominated by a narrative writing style. In terms of social cognition, the journalists’ position utilizes a schema comprising events, the self, persons, and roles. In the social context, Kediripedia.com’s news reinforces the local identity of pesantren amidst negative coverage by employing a narrative, emotional, and dramatic writing style.

Cultural Communication Messages in the Dabus Traditions of Ternate and Tidore

Makbul A. H Din — 2026-07-01

The formation of cultural communication messages, the meanings and symbols ingrained in the Dabus culture, the rituals used to transmit cultural messages, and the parallels and discrepancies between Ternate and Tidore are all examined in this study. The study investigates the subjective experiences of Dabus performers and participants using a qualitative phenomenological approach, emphasizing processes, motives, and messages. Purposive sampling was used to choose informants based on their involvement, competence, and experience. Observation, in-depth interviews, and document analysis were used to gather data, which was then inductively evaluated to find new meaning patterns. The results demonstrate how ritual symbols, social contact, and group involvement are used in the Dabus tradition to generate cultural communication messages that reflect religious, social, and historical significance. Through ceremonial phases and group activities, the tradition serves as a vehicle for the symbolic communication of religious ideals, bravery, social unity, and collective identity. While the ritual's role as a symbolic medium for communicating religious beliefs and social unity is comparable in all locations, the focus on meaning and symbolic orientation is different.

The Tazkiyatun Nafs (Purification of the Soul) for Enhancing Muslim Family Resilience in the Digital Era

Sugeng Sejati — 2026-07-01

This study examines the role of tazkiyatun nafs (spiritual purification of the soul) in enhancing Muslim family resilience in the digital era. Rapid technological advancement, excessive social media use, and digital dependency have created challenges for family communication, emotional stability, and moral cohesion. This research employed a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) following PRISMA guidelines and analyzed 25 peer-reviewed articles published between 2015 and 2025 from Scopus, ScienceDirect, DOAJ, and Google Scholar. The findings indicate that tazkiyatun nafs, through the stages of takhalli, tahalli, and tajalli, strengthens family resilience at three interconnected levels: intrapersonal, interpersonal, and transpersonal. The process promotes emotional regulation, self-control, empathetic communication, constructive conflict resolution, and shared spiritual meaning within family relationships. The study further demonstrates that spiritual purification complements psychological resilience mechanisms by providing an internal moral and spiritual foundation that helps families cope with technoference, social comparison, and digital overexposure. These findings highlight the relevance of integrating Islamic spiritual principles with contemporary psychological approaches to foster resilient Muslim families in the digital era. The study offers practical implications for Islamic family counseling, digital literacy programs, and spirituality-based family resilience interventions.

Syarafal Anam Group's Integrative Da’wah Strategy In Optimizing The Prosocial Behavior Of Adolescents

Ashadi Cahyadi — 2026-07-01

The phenomenon of increasing individualism among the younger generation, lack of moral education and empathy, negative media influence, social pressure, and lack of prosocial role models are factors that contribute to the weakening of social behavior among today's youth. However, a different situation is seen among young people who are active in the Islamic cultural arts of Syarafal Anam in Bengkulu, who exhibit more positive social behavior patterns. This study aims to understand the dynamics of prosocial attitudes among adolescents and local cultural values in the practice of Syarafal Anam's integrative Da’wah. The study uses a qualitative approach with an interpretive paradigm. Data were collected through literature studies, surveys, observations, and in-depth interviews. The results show that Syarafal Anam revives the principle of dakẖwah bil ḥal, which is preaching through concrete actions that foster ukhuwah (brotherhood) and social solidarity. This activity has been proven to have a positive influence on increasing prosocial behavior among adolescents and strengthening the social and religious life of the community. Syarafal Anam also functions as a means of social learning that instills the values of mutual cooperation, shared responsibility, and character building for the younger generation. Thus, the integrative Da’wah strategy through Syarafal Anam contributes significantly to optimizing the formation of prosocial behavior among adolescents in Bengkulu.

Navigating Self-Efficacy: Coping Strategies of Domestic Migrant Students Facing Homesickness and Insecurity

Nelly Marhayati — 2026-07-01

This study aims to explore the emotional experiences, social adjustment, and coping strategies of domestic migrant students in Bengkulu who experience homesickness and insecurity during their adaptation process in higher education. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed, with data collected through semi-structured interviews and observations involving undergraduate students from semesters 2 to 6. The findings indicate that domestic migrant students commonly experience emotional challenges in the early stages of adaptation, including loneliness, anxiety, reduced self-confidence, and feelings of social isolation. These challenges are primarily influenced by environmental transitions, cultural and linguistic differences, and the demands of independent living in a new social context. Despite these difficulties, students gradually develop adaptive coping strategies through peer interaction, social support systems, and both problem-focused and emotion-focused coping mechanisms. The results further show that self-efficacy plays a supportive role in helping students regulate psychological stress, although it is not the sole determining factor in overcoming homesickness. Strong social support networks and effective coping strategies are found to be more dominant in facilitating successful adaptation. Overall, the study highlights the importance of strengthening social support systems and psychological resilience to improve the well-being and adjustment of domestic migrant students in higher education settings.

Artificial Intelligence and Political Campaign on Indonesian Presidential Election 2024

R. Yogie Prawira — 2026-07-01

The rise of AI has significantly transformed the political landscape and process, presenting a dichotomy that can facilitate and jeopardize the electoral process. This study qualitatively explored the emergence of AI in political campaigns during the Indonesian Presidential Election 2024. Using digital ethnography, including interviews with social media users and partisans of diverse profiles, as well as offline and online content analysis observations of GenAI campaign material, this article discusses the Indonesian political landscape, AI use in campaigns to construct new identities, and reflections on digital democracy in Indonesia. AI use by presidential candidates has shaped identities and led to different public responses between text-based and image-based GenAI. Support and rejection are forms of public participation facilitated by digital media. Digital activism #TolakGambarAI (#RejectAIImage) encourages specific regulations for AI use in election campaigns. Advancements in AI and digital media present future democratic challenges to realize a healthy and fair democratic culture.

Communication Justice and Reactive Participation: Deconstructing Development Communication Patterns in Mandalika

Garcia Krisnando Nathanael — 2026-07-01

The Mandalika Special Economic Zone is a new development area for the tourism sector, facing complex challenges in the form of social transformation between technocratic and hegemonic interests, and the agency of the Sasak indigenous community amidst resistance. The purpose of this study is to examine the dynamics of communicative interactions between actors and their impact on the quality of participation. A qualitative descriptive approach was used in this study, conducting in-depth interviews with 12 key informants. The findings demonstrate how the linear communication model implemented in Mandalika has largely failed. This study demonstrates the existence of "reactive participation," a high level of citizen involvement that appears to be a form of countermeasure against information injustice and economic exclusion. The practice of "post-fact information" has been shown to trigger a crisis of social legitimacy, resulting in citizen participation being associated with unfavorable perceptions of development success. This article contributes to theory by developing the Dialectical Communication Justice Model, which urges a redistribution of communicative power. Concrete recommendations include recognizing local cultural capital, such as sangkep beleq, in more formal decision-making systems. This research suggests that solutions exist; and the transformation towards a deliberative-transformative model is an inevitable prerequisite for global investment to be responsive to local community sovereignty, thus ensuring sustainable tourism.

Digital Communication Competence of Foster Children: An Evaluation of the Four Pillars of Media Literacy at LKSA Kasih Ibu Bengkulu

Poppi Damayanti — 2026-07-01

This study aims to evaluate the digital communication competence of foster children at the Child Social Welfare Institution (LKSA) Kasih Ibu, Bengkulu City, through the framework of the Four Pillars of Digital Literacy. Amid the rapid expansion of digital transformation, foster children living in alternative care institutions face unique challenges related to media supervision and communication risks within cyberspace. Methods: This study employed a quantitative descriptive statistical design using a census technique involving the entire population of foster children (N = 17). Data were collected through a structured questionnaire developed based on the Indonesian National Digital Literacy Framework established by the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (Kominfo). The data were analyzed using percentage-based descriptive techniques. Results: The findings revealed an asymmetrical pattern of digital communication competence. Most respondents were adolescents aged 12–15 years and were enrolled in junior secondary education (53.30%). Specifically, the dimensions of Digital Ethics (54%) and Digital Skills (46.15%) were categorized as high, indicating polite communication behaviour and adequate technical proficiency in Computer-Mediated Communication (CMC). In contrast, Digital Safety was classified as low (46.15%), while Digital Culture was categorized as moderate (34.46%). Conclusion: The results indicate a gap between ethical communication practices and awareness of digital privacy protection. Although foster children demonstrate prosocial communication behaviours, they remain highly vulnerable to cybersecurity risks due to inadequate privacy management practices. This study recommends the implementation of caregiving policies and educational interventions focused on digital risk mitigation to protect marginalized children from potential threats and exploitation in digital public spaces.

Participatory Da'wah Based on Majelis Taklim as a Catalyst for Social Transformation of Muslim Families: A Study in Mandailing Natal Regency

Susanti Hasibuan — 2026-07-01

This study aims to analyze the role of participatory da'wah (Islamic outreach) based on the majelis taklim (Islamic study groups) as a catalyst for social transformation of Muslim families in Mandailing Natal Regency. The study used a qualitative approach with a multiple case study design. Data were collected through participant observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation studies at several active majelis taklim (Islamic study groups). Data were then analyzed using thematic and cross-case analysis. The results show that the majelis taklim developed a participatory da'wah model through da'wah bil-lisan (oral da'wah), da'wah bil-hal (oral da'wah), family economic empowerment programs, and the use of digital media. Active member participation was a key factor in the program's success. The resulting social transformation encompassed religious dimensions, family education, and family economics. A total of 91.2% of respondents experienced an increase in the quality of family worship, 78.6% experienced changes in parenting patterns to be more Islamic, and 64.3% experienced economic improvements through skills and entrepreneurship programs. This success was supported by strong social capital, support from religious and traditional leaders, and the cultural values of Dalihan Na Tolu. This research produces the concept of Community-Based Participatory Da'wah (DPBK) as a da'wah model that integrates Islamic values, community empowerment, social capital, and local wisdom in encouraging social transformation of Muslim families.

Islamic Legal Literacy of Millennial Preachers on Social Media: Between Religious Authority, Digital Popularity, and Contemporary Dakwah Challenges

Nanang Arianto — 2026-07-06

The rapid growth of social media preachers (dai) in West Sumatra marks a significant transformation in the landscape of contemporary Islamic proselytization. Without formal certification, many young individuals use digital platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok to deliver dakwah, even issuing complex Islamic legal opinions (fatwa). This phenomenon poses serious challenges regarding religious authority, fiqh accuracy, and Islamic legal literacy in digital spaces. This study aims to explore the extent to which millennial preachers apply Islamic legal literacy in their digital da'wah, how they construct religious authority among social media audiences, and how audiences respond to such da'wah content. Using a qualitative approach with digital ethnography as the methodological framework, data were collected through semi-structured in-depth interviews, content analysis of dakwah posts, and participant observation of live streaming interactions. Purposive sampling was employed to select da'i with significant followings focusing on Islamic legal content. Thematic analysis was applied with source triangulation to strengthen validity. The theoretical framework draws on media literacy theory, religious authority theory, cyber Islamic environments, and lumpen intelligentsia theory. Findings reveal wide variation in Islamic legal literacy among preachers, a shift in religious authority from institutional-epistemological bases to performative-digital ones, and paradoxical audience responses oscillating between appreciation and skepticism. This research contributes to understanding the transformation of Islamic dakwah in the digital era and proposes a hybrid dakwah model as a normative solution.

Caring Across Borders: Family Resilience among Indonesian Migrant Worker Families in the Gembok Katresnan Program

Kayyis Fithri Ajhuri — 2026-07-06

International labour migration may improve household economies while simultaneously intensifying emotional distance, role reconfiguration, and marital vulnerability within migrant worker families. Although studies on transnational families have documented these pressures, less attention has been paid to how village-based initiatives mediate family resilience in migrant-sending communities. This article examines the Gembok Katresnan Program in Bringinan Village, Ponorogo, Indonesia, as a community-based initiative that supports family resilience among Indonesian migrant worker families. The study employs a qualitative case study design drawing on in-depth interviews, observation, and document analysis. Guided by the Family Resilience Framework and informed by perspectives on transnational care and community support, the study explores how commitment, communication, caregiving, and social support are negotiated across borders. The findings suggest that the program operates through three interrelated processes: the public reinforcement of marital commitment, the continuity of care and communication across distance, and village-based support across the migration cycle. Read through an Islamic psychology lens, resilience is further illuminated through meanings of amanah, sabr, ikhtiar, and relational responsibility. The article argues that family resilience in transnational migrant households is not produced solely within the private sphere of the family but is co-constructed through locally embedded support systems that organize care across borders.

Dominance of Government Communication Messages in The Implementation of The Bengkulu Tabut Festival 2025

Alfarabi — 2026-07-18

This study aims to analyze the dominance of government communication messages in the implementation of the Bengkulu Tabut Festival 2025 and to examine how the meaning of the Tabut tradition is represented within the context of cultural tourism. This research employs a critical paradigm with a qualitative approach. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and document analysis involving informants from the Bengkulu Provincial Tourism Office, the event organizer Areacorps Creative, and traditional communities such as Balai Adat Rajo Penghulu and the Kerukunan Keluarga Tabut (KKT). Data analysis was conducted using the interactive model of Miles and Huberman.The results show that the local government acts as a dominant actor in shaping and constructing the meaning of Tabut through various representations within the festival, such as cultural performances, public service programs, and community economic activities. From the perspective of Muted Group Theory, this condition indicates an imbalance in the production of meaning, where the government as the dominant group controls the public narrative, while the Kerukunan Keluarga Tabut (KKT) occupies a less dominant position in determining the meaning of the tradition. Nevertheless, the Kerukunan Keluarga Tabut (KKT) demonstrates forms of resistance by maintaining the sacred values of Tabut as a spiritual cultural heritage.

Tao of Communication: Developing a Gender-Balanced Husband-Wife Communication Model at KUA North Tambun

Aryadillah Aryadillah — 2026-07-18

Communication between men and women is a social phenomenon closely linked to gender construction, culture, and existing value systems in society. Differences in mindset, language use, and conversation patterns between the two sexes often lead to communication imbalances that lead to interpersonal conflict, discrimination, domination, and even exploitative relationships. The paradigm of male communication dominance, which remains the social standard across various cultural levels, reinforces the emergence of subordinate relationships between husbands and wives. This situation contributes to increased domestic conflict, including divorce caused by poor communication, inability to resolve conflicts, domestic violence, infidelity, and incompatible values. This study used the R&D (Research and Development) method using Derek Rowntree's development model. Based on expert assessments, 86% of this product or model is suitable and effective for use. The Tao of Communication Model is expected to improve interpersonal relationships (especially between husbands and wives), reduce communication conflicts that lead to disputes and divorce, and reduce, or even reduce, the ever-increasing divorce rate.

Communication Governance Based Community Development for Sustainable Coastal and Marine Resource Utilization in Bintan Regency

Yudithia Yudithia — 2026-07-18

This study examines community development based on communication governance in supporting sustainable coastal and marine resource utilization in Bintan Regency, Indonesia. Bintan’s coastal and marine areas possess significant ecological and socio-economic value, particularly through coral reef, seagrass, and mangrove ecosystems that sustain fisheries, tourism, and local livelihoods. However, these resources face increasing pressure from mass tourism, plastic pollution, destructive fishing practices, weak environmental compliance, and climate change impacts. The purpose of this study is to analyze how communication governance, institutional coordination, and community participation contribute to strengthening sustainable marine resource management. Using a qualitative descriptive-analytical approach, this study reviews literature, policy documents, and previous research through the Socio-Ecological Systems framework, supported by SWOT analysis to identify internal and external factors influencing governance performance. The findings show that Bintan Regency has a relatively strong regulatory and institutional foundation, including the establishment of Marine Protected Areas and the implementation of national policy instruments such as Presidential Regulation No. 120 of 2020. Nevertheless, governance effectiveness remains constrained by limited institutional capacity, inadequate funding, fragmented stakeholder communication, and weak law enforcement. The study argues that sustainable coastal and marine resource utilization requires adaptive, participatory, and communication-oriented governance that connects local government, coastal communities, tourism actors, and conservation institutions.

Front Stage and Backstage on Instagram: A Phenomenological Study of Female Students' Self-Image Duality Through Second Accounts

Ade Irma — 2026-07-18

This study aims to analyze the duality of self-image of female students of the Faculty of Da'wah and Communication, Universitas Islam Negeri Ar-Raniry through the use of second accounts on Instagram. This self-image duality refers to the difference in the way participants present themselves in the main account and the second account. The main account is generally used to display an ideal, professional, and socially appropriate self-image, while the second account becomes a more personal, authentic, and free space from social pressure. The research uses a qualitative approach with phenomenological methods to explore the subjective experiences of participants. Data was collected through in-depth interviews and digital observations of content uploaded on both accounts. The research participants were selected purposively, namely active female students aged 18–25 years who have and use the main account and second account actively. Thematic analysis techniques are used to identify key patterns and themes in the data. The results of the study show that the use of the main account reflects the concept of the front stage, where participants display their ideal self-image and meet social expectations. In contrast, the second account represents the backstage, where participants feel more free to express themselves without pressure. In addition, second accounts are also used as a means of maintaining privacy, establishing closer relationships, and managing social pressure. The use of second accounts provides space for female students to navigate the duality of self-image, creating a balance between privacy and freedom of expression on social media.

Predicting Intercultural Leadership Readiness using the Indonesian Cultural Empathy Scale (ICES): Evidence from Student Organizations

Lailatul Badriyah — 2026-07-18

This study aims to test the influence of the Indonesian Cultural Empathy Scale (ICES) on Intercultural Leadership Readiness to students who are active in the organization. The background of this research is based on the increasing need for adaptive leadership in a multicultural context, especially in Indonesian higher education environments that have ethnic, religious and cultural diversity. This research uses a quantitative approach with predictive correlational design. The research sample consisted of 110 students who were active in organizations, who were selected using purposive sampling techniques. Data were collected through a Likert scale-based questionnaire and analyzed using SPSS, including reliability tests, normality tests, Pearson correlations, and simple linear regression. The research results show that ICES has high reliability (α = 0.878) and has a positive and significant effect on Intercultural Leadership Readiness (β = 0.759; p < 0.001). The determination coefficient value (R² = 0.576) shows that cultural empathy contributes 57.6% to cross-cultural leadership readiness. These findings confirm that cultural empathy is an important factor in shaping inclusive and adaptive leadership in multicultural environments. This research provides theoretical contributions in the development of leadership models based on local cultural contexts, as well as practical implications for the development of student leadership programs in higher education.

Tuli Mengaji Goes Digital Instagram as a Cooperative Communication and Social Marketing Strategies for Inclusive Islamic Philanthropy

Ulva Lathifah — 2026-07-15

The digital transformation of Islamic philanthropy has created new opportunities for inclusive social engagement, yet the strategic use of social media platforms as channels integrating cooperative communication and social marketing remains underexplored, particularly regarding disability-inclusive programs. This study examines how LAZNAS PPPA Daarul Qur'an leverages Instagram as a cooperative communication and social marketing channel to communicate the "Tuli Mengaji" program, an inclusive Quranic education initiative designed for the Deaf community. Grounded in a Cooperative Communication framework (Jati, 2023), Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC), and the AIDA persuasion model, this qualitative case study analyzes message construction, content strategies, and audience responses generated through the official Instagram account @daarul_quran. Data were collected through non-participant observation of Instagram content, in-depth interviews with digital communication managers, and campaign documentation. Thematic analysis following Miles and Huberman's interactive model was employed to identify dominant communication patterns. Findings reveal that the organization employs emotionally resonant visual storytelling, participatory content co-creation, consistent faith-based messaging, and strategic calls-to-action aligned with both IMC and cooperative communication principles across Instagram's multiple content formats. The AIDA model is evident in how content progression moves audiences from initial attention toward donation behavior. The study contributes an initial conceptual model of inclusive digital social marketing for Islamic philanthropy institutions, embedding cooperative communication as a key mechanism of audience engagement and empowerment, offering theoretical and practical implications for nonprofit communication in the digital era.

Audience Gratification through Social Media-Based Da'wah: Communication Strategies of Young Da'i in Bengkulu

Mukhlizar — 2026-07-18

The rise of the digital era has significantly transformed the practice of Islamic da'wah, creating new opportunities for religious communication through social media. Platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube have become strategic channels for disseminating Islamic messages, particularly among younger audiences who are deeply engaged in digital environments. This development requires young da'i to adopt communication strategies that are relevant to the preferences, expectations, and media habits of online users. This study aims to examine the digital communication strategies employed by young da'i in Bengkulu City and to analyze how these strategies address audience needs through the perspective of Uses and Gratifications Theory (UGT). The research uses a qualitative approach. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, digital observation, and documentation of da'wah content produced by five active young da'i across various social media platforms. The findings identify three main communication strategies. First, young da’i tailor their messages according to audience segmentation. Second, they use creative and visually engaging content formats to attract audience attention and increase message appeal. Third, they build participatory communication through comments, responses and audience feedback. These strategies reflect the four main dimensions of UGT, namely information, personal identity, social integration, and entertainment. This study contributes to the growing scholarship on digital da'wah communication and offers practical recommendations for strengthening social media-based da'wah training and enhancing digital literacy programs.

Participatory Communication and Community Empowerment in Forum Bilikom: Non-Legal Constraints in Corporate–Community Deliberation

Dikhorir Afnan — 2026-07-20

Participatory communication is widely recognized as a key component of community empowerment because it facilitates dialogue, mutual understanding, and collective problem-solving. However, the existence of participatory forums does not necessarily ensure meaningful community involvement. This study examines how non-legal constraints shape communication processes within an informal deliberative forum established through a corporate social responsibility program in Indonesia. Using a qualitative case study approach, the research analyzes patterns of participation, communication, and silence in a community–corporate communication forum. The findings reveal a gap between formal participation and substantive communicative engagement. Although the forum was designed to support dialogue, communication was largely characterized by one-way information dissemination, elite mediation, and culturally embedded norms of deference. These mechanisms limited reciprocity, discouraged critical expression, and reduced opportunities for meaningful participation. Consequently, community empowerment remained constrained despite the presence of formal participatory structures. This study contributes to participatory communication scholarship by demonstrating that communicative inequalities are often reproduced through socio-cultural and relational mechanisms rather than formal institutional restrictions. The findings underscore the importance of fostering more inclusive and dialogic communication processes to strengthen community empowerment and participatory governance.

The Reforms of Umar ibn Abd al-Aziz in the Umayyad Caliphate

Muqoddam Cholil — 2026-07-20

After approximately four decades of Umayyad rule, several political, administrative, and moral problems emerged within the caliphate. Some rulers were perceived as moving away from the ethical foundations of Islamic governance, creating injustice, nepotism, and social tension. This article describes the reforms of Caliph Umar bin Abdul Aziz within the Umayyad government by strengthening the original manuscript through a qualitative library research design, historical-content analysis, and recent secondary literature. The revised analysis shows that Umar bin Abdul Aziz’s reform was not merely moral advice, but a structured governance agenda: protecting the weak, correcting nepotism, replacing unjust governors, restoring public assets to the Bayt al-Mal, strengthening accountable administration, and directing power toward public welfare. Although his reign was brief, the reform model remains relevant for discussions on clean government, social justice, bureaucratic reform, and ethical leadership.

Corporate Communications and Corporate Social Responsibility of Coal Mining Companies in Promoting Community Well-being

Dian Ratu Ayu Uswatun Khasanah — 2026-07-20

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) represents both a moral and legal obligation of corporations to promote the welfare of communities within their operational sphere. In the coal mining sector in Indonesia, effective CSR implementation is inseparable from the quality of corporate communication the strategic process through which companies convey their social commitments, build trust with stakeholders, and manage their public image before affected communities. This research examines: (1) the normative framework of CSR for coal mining companies under applicable Indonesian legislation, encompassing the most recent regulations including Law No. 3/2020, Law No. 11/2020, Government Regulation No. 96/2021, and Government Regulation No. 25/2024; and (2) the reconstruction of an ideal CSR communication model within a welfare state perspective to improve community well-being. Employing a normative juridical approach with qualitative descriptive-analytical data analysis, this study reveals that despite the relatively comprehensive legal foundation for CSR in Indonesia, significant weaknesses persist in the form of inter-regulatory disharmony, insufficient deterrent sanctions, and unsystematic oversight mechanisms. Furthermore, deficiencies in corporate communication practices — including asymmetric information dissemination, lack of transparent dialogue, and absent participatory communication — exacerbate the gap between normative CSR obligations and their real-world impact. Accordingly, a comprehensive reconstruction of the mining CSR system is needed, encompassing regulatory harmonization, institutional strengthening, corporate paradigm transformation, and meaningful community participation facilitated through effective multi-stakeholder communication.

Keywords: Corporate Communication; Corporate Social Responsibility; Coal Mining; Community Welfare; Normative Juridical.

An Analysis of the Role of Village-Owned Enterprises (BUMDes) in Promoting Community Economic Empowerment in Padangsidimpuan City: A Da'wah Perspective

Masrul Efendi Umar Harahap — 2026-07-21

This study aims to analyze the role of Village-Owned Enterprises (BUMDes) in economic empowerment in Padangsidimpuan City and its implementation from an Islamic perspective. As a village economic institution, BUMDes has a strategic function in improving community welfare through the management of local potential, job creation, and increasing community income. This research employs a qualitative approach with data collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The findings reveal that BUMDes in Padangsidimpuan City plays an important role in the development of micro-enterprises, the management of local resources, and improving community access to business capital. However, several challenges remain, including limited human resources, lack of business innovation, inadequate management capacity, and low community participation. Therefore, strategies are needed to strengthen institutional capacity, enhance the skills and competencies of BUMDes managers, and increase government policy support to optimize the role of BUMDes in community economic empowerment. From a da'wah perspective, BUMDes activities reflect Islamic values such as mutual assistance (ta'awun), justice ('adl), and prosperity (falah).