Altruism: The Indonesian Journal of Community Engagement

Pelatihan Intensive and Children Care Parenting pada Masyarakat Kurang Mampu di Desa Kedamin Hulu

Sarono Wijio, Muh. Sholihudin Zuhdi — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0700

Knowledge about parenting is still a homework assignment in Indonesia, including in the villages of Kedamin Hulu, Putussibau, Kapuas Hulu. The initial survey stated that there were still some parents who did not understand good, correct, and appropriate parenting according to the conditions of their children and families. This service aims to provide knowledge and parenting skills that are appropriate to the conditions of each family. Your choice of intensive parenting care is most appropriate to the conditions in the field. This service uses participatory rural appraisal using a quasi-experimental approach. Participants take part in a series of pretests, treatment, and posttests. There were 25 service participants consisting of men and women. The results of the service show that there are significant changes in the knowledge and parenting behavior of service participants. This shows that service activities with an intensive and caring parenting approach can be well received. This activity can be expanded in scope so that it has a wider impact.

Pelatihan Penyusunan Laporan Keuangan Berbasis Aplikasi Bagi Siswa SMK Triguna 1956

Desy Mariani, Suryani Suryani, Farida Ayu Avisena Nusantari — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0700

Students limited ability to prepare financial reports, especially those based on applications, can be a barrier to entering the workforce. This situation underpins the implementation of special training for vocational high school students in using these applications. The purpose of this community service program is to improve students' ability to understand and prepare financial reports effectively. The methods used include training, direct mentoring, and practical training using case studies from companies. The results of the community service activities indicate that using the application results in improved understanding and skills for participants in producing accurate financial reports in accordance with industry needs.

Karawang Berseri: A Concrete Step to Eliminate Violence Against Women and Children in Karawang

Wazirul Luthfi, Mutrofin Mutrofin, Anggun Intan Permata Sari — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0700

This study aims to explore the role of PT Pertamina EP Zona 7 Tambun Field in addressing violence against women and children in Karawang, Indonesia. The focus is on the implementation of the Karawang Berseri program, a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative that seeks to create a safer and more inclusive environment through community-based interventions. The research applies a descriptive qualitative approach, utilizing thematic analysis. Data collection methods include semi-structured in-depth interviews with program task force members, CSR facilitators, and local government stakeholders; participant observation during community outreach and training activities; and documentation analysis. Data validation was performed through source and method triangulation to ensure credibility and minimize bias. The Karawang Berseri program demonstrates a significant positive impact in enhancing community capacity for preventing and handling violence. Key outcomes include the establishment of a village-level task force (Satgas Karawang Berseri), a community-run complaint and support center, and the dissemination of a replicable module on gender-based violence prevention. Social impact is evidenced by an increase in reported cases and service access by survivors, a Social Return on Investment (SROI) of 2.99, and increased stakeholder collaboration. The program also contributes to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to gender equality, human rights protection, and environmental sustainability.

Empowerment of Former Indonesian Migrant Workers (PMI) Through the Purnama Subang Program by PT Pertamina EP Subang Field

Wazirul Luthfi, Mutrofin Mutrofin, Ratnasari Utama Putri, Ashlihul Hayati — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0700

Indonesian Post-Migrant Workers faces numerous challenges in the process of social and economic reintegration upon their return to their homeland. These challenges include low levels of education, financial difficulties, and limited access to business opportunities. In response to these issues, PT Pertamina EP Subang Field has initiated the Purnama Subang Program as a community-based empowerment initiative aimed at supporting returnee PMI. This program encompasses skills development, social entrepreneurship enhancement, waste management, and micro-business assistance. This study employs the Community-Based Participatory Research (CBPR) method to assess the effectiveness of the Purnama Subang Program in enhancing the well-being of returnee PMI. The findings indicate that the program has successfully improved participants' skills, financial literacy, and access to business opportunities, while also generating a significant positive impact on the local economy. An evaluation conducted through the Community Satisfaction Index (IKM) reveals a high satisfaction level of 88.50%, whereas the Social Return on Investment (SROI) assessment yields a value of 2.07, demonstrating that the program delivers social and economic benefits that exceed its costs.Accordingly, the Purnama Subang Program has the potential to serve as a sustainable empowerment model for returnee PMI in other regions.