Borobudur Journal on Legal Services

Enhancing Mediation Skills: Islamic Inheritance Law Training to Prevent Disputes among Yala’s Muslim Minority in Thailand

Hadi Suyono, Akhmad Arif Rifan, Rahmat Muhajir Nugroho, Abdul Hafiz Hile — Mon, 26 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This International Community Service program was initiated to address the early signs of inheritance disputes among the Muslim minority community in Yala, Thailand. The initiative aimed to enhance mediation skills through structured training in Islamic inheritance law (faraid) as a preventive strategy to reduce potential familial conflicts during the inheritance distribution process. The program employed a blended learning approach consisting of both online and offline training. The online sessions delivered foundational knowledge on Islamic inheritance principles, mediation techniques, and conflict early warning systems. The offline sessions emphasized the practical application of these materials through case analysis and role-playing exercises. Community leaders, including mosque imams and school teachers, were selected as primary participants based on their strategic roles as mediators within the local dispute resolution culture. The effectiveness of the training was evaluated using a pre-test and post-test design involving a validated mediation skills scale. The results demonstrated a statistically significant improvement in participants’ mediation competencies (t(19) = 6.413, p < 0.001), confirming the positive impact of the training intervention. Qualitative feedback further revealed improvements in participants’ empathy, neutrality, problem-solving ability, and confidence in handling inheritance disputes. Overall, the program has proven to be an effective legal empowerment initiative, contributing not only to conflict prevention but also to strengthening social harmony and resilience among a vulnerable minority group. The outcomes highlight the importance of integrating religious legal knowledge with mediation skills to support peaceful dispute resolution in culturally sensitive contexts.

Raising Drug Awareness Through Interactive Socialization: A Case Study at SMK Taruna Jaya Gresik, Indonesia

Dodi Jaya Wardana, Eka Nurjanah, Anggun Purnama Sari — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 05:36:43 +0000

Drug abuse among adolescents is a serious issue that requires approaches aligned with contemporary developments. An interactive approach is one of the most effective methods of socialization for reaching and actively engaging students. This community service initiative aimed to raise students’ awareness and understanding of the dangers of drug abuse through digital education based on interactive methods. In addition, it provided deeper insights into the harmful effects of drugs and strategies for prevention. The program was conducted at SMK Taruna Jaya Gresik by integrating various digital learning media, such as educational video screenings, direct material presentations on the dangers of drug abuse, and the use of social media platforms for anti-drug campaigns through poster dissemination. The outcomes of the program indicated a significant improvement in students' understanding of drug-related issues, as well as increased enthusiasm and participation in the socialization activities. Digital education proved to be an effective and engaging method for delivering drug prevention messages in school settings, particularly among digital-native students such as those at vocational high schools. Overall, this awareness campaign successfully enhanced the knowledge of SMK Taruna Jaya Gresik students regarding the dangers of drug abuse and contributed to the development of more responsible mindsets and attitudes among them.

Enhancing Community Awareness on Halal Product Certification in Rural Yogyakarta: A Legal and Practical Intervention

Yordan Gunawan — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This community service program aims to increase public awareness and business owners' understanding of the importance of halal product certification through legal and practical approaches in Dusun Ngringin and Dusun Pragak, Semanu District, Gunung Kidul Regency. Halal certification is key to ensuring product quality and compliance with Islamic law, as well as opening up broader market opportunities. The program was carried out through counseling, dissemination, and practical assistance on the halal certification process. The results indicate a significant increase in participants' understanding of the procedures and benefits of halal certification. Furthermore, business owners showed enthusiasm to begin the halal certification process, although challenges related to cost and administrative procedures remain. This program contributes to local economic development and empowering small and medium enterprises (SMEs) by improving the quality of halal products, thereby opening up opportunities in both domestic and international markets.

Strengthening Paralegal Capacity Among The Cadres of 'Aisyiyah Branch Leadership (PCA) Rungkut Surabaya to Promote Legal Awareness

Levina Yustitianingtyas, L.Ya Esty Pratiwi — Thu, 24 Jul 2025 07:07:55 +0000

This community service program aimed to strengthen grassroots legal awareness by enhancing the capacity of women leaders in the 'Aisyiyah Branch Leadership (PCA) Rungkut, Surabaya, through structured paralegal training. The program utilized the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach and consisted of participatory sessions on basic legal knowledge, human rights, and advocacy skills. A total of 30 participants engaged in a three-session training, with evaluation conducted through post-tests and qualitative reflection. The results showed a substantial improvement in legal understanding. Participants also demonstrated growing confidence and critical awareness of legal rights and responsibilities. Qualitative findings revealed a shift in perception, as participants began to see themselves as legal actors capable of community advocacy. Post-training will initiatives included the formation of a cross-sector paralegal network and the establishment of a community legal aid post (Posbakum) in the PCA Rungkut area. This initiative contributed to the realization of the Qoryah Thayyibah Village model as a justice-oriented, legally aware community. The program illustrates how faith-based women’s organizations can serve as effective drivers of grassroots legal empowerment and access to justice.

Empowering the Purworejo Regional Leadership of 'Aisyiyah (PDA) as Paralegals and Mental Health Counselors

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 15:17:19 +0000

Women in Purworejo Regency continue to face increasing violence, exploitation, and abuse due to various factors such as gender inequality, poverty, low education, and lack of awareness of their rights and position in society. Legal protection remains limited due to weak law enforcement and an ineffective judicial system. In response to these challenges, the Regional Leadership of 'Aisyiyah (PDA) Purworejo, as a women's autonomous organization under Muhammadiyah, aims to play a more active role in empowering and protecting women. This community service activity was designed to provide education and capacity-building to strengthen the role of ‘Aisyiyah leaders. The objectives were achieved through strategies such as training, mentoring, and community development. The main solution involved conducting paralegal and mental health counselor training for representatives of Branch Leadership of 'Aisyiyah (PCA) throughout Purworejo Regency, equipping them with legal and psychological knowledge to assist women in need.