bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Barriers to National Surgical Healthcare Policy Development & Implementation in the Southern African Development Community
Authors: Hon Jennifer ML , Jhunjhunwala Rashi , Hyman Gabriella Y , Corlew Daniel S , Smith Martin D , Makasa Emmanuel M
Published: October 2024

Background
Despite high-level commitment from governments, national surgical healthcare policy development has been slower than expected across the Southern African Development Community (SADC). This regional survey study aims to identify perceived barriers to policy formulation and, where applicable, implementation.
Methods
A combination of convenience, purposive and snowball sampling techniques were used to distribute an electronic survey to SADC surgical care stakeholders. Adaptive questioning was utilised to evaluate perceived potential barriers by each respondent, including government support for national surgical policy, the existence of a taskforce, resourcing for policy development, and specific challenges mapped to domains of the National Surgical, Obstetric and Anaesthesia Plan (NSOAP) Manual.
Results
Of 182 participants that consented to participation, 60% (n=109) responded in full and 22% (n=40) logged a partial response that was included in the analysis. 14/16 SADC countries were represented. 60% of respondents identified as healthcare professionals, 23% were academics and 24% represented government; there was poor representation from NGOs, civil society and potential donors. Twenty-seven percent (n=32) of respondents indicated that their country’s government supports and is driving the NSOAP development process. Financing (n=41, 82%) and stakeholder engagement (n=40, 80%) were the domains most commonly cited as barriers to developing a national surgical health plan. Respondents from three countries that had published NSOAPs cited inadequate integration into existing health plans and insufficient funding as common barriers to implementation.
Conclusions
There is a generalised perception of limited political conviction to drive national surgical improvement across the region, as well as funding and stakeholder engagement being significant barriers. For safe, timely, and affordable surgical care to become a reality, SADC governments need to exhibit strong leadership and engage potential funders (national treasury, intergovernmental and non-governmental organisations, philanthropies, private industry) early, to envision a sustainable financing model for surgical healthcare.
Multiple gouty tophi in a six-year-old
Authors: G. Adefokun Imri , H. Ano-Edward Gbemi , A. Adesina Stephen , K. Uduagbamen Peter , U. Eyesan Samuel
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Gouty tophus in a child is an extremely rare presentation. Only very few cases have been documented in literature in contemporary times.Case presentation: We present this index case of a 6-year-old child who was brought to the clinic by her parents on account of multiple subcutaneous swelling of two years’ duration on her lower limbs before she presented at our outpatient clinic. The swellings started from the knee joints and were associated with difficulty in walking. A provisional diagnosis of multiple soft tissue swelling was made before some of the swellings were excised. An excisional biopsy of some of the masses on the lower extremities was done, and histological examination revealed gouty tophus. She was then placed on oral febuxostat. Her clinical condition has improved significantly; she is on continuous follow-up at our facility's paediatric orthopaedic outpatient clinic. Hitherto, gouty tophus has been recorded in juveniles and young adults, but it may present in any child below the age of five years.Conclusion: A high index of suspicion is needed in managing subcutaneous swellings in the paediatric age group (particularly pre-school) to identify and manage gouty tophus early enough to minimise its complications.
Before We Forget its Horrors: When Does Human Genome Editing Not Become Eugenics?
Authors: Jacob O. Arowosegbe
Published: October 2024

Biomedical advances in genomics, particularly the sequencing of the human genome and the subsequent development of a very versatile human genome editing (HGE) tool – the CRISPR Cas9 – have deepened concerns of many over possible eugenic abuses in the deployment of the technology in clinical settings. This is not surprising considering the ignominious history associated with the eugenic movement of the past. This article, using a human-rights focused and theoretical approach, contests the arguments and counter arguments for and against the eugenic goals of HGE, particularly concerning human germline genome editing (HGGE). In doing this, it interspersed the discourse with particularized African perspectives on eugenics and HGE. The article, after establishing the claim of the pursuit of eugenic goals regarding HGGE, goes ahead to offer five suggestions on the implications of these for the design of appropriate legal and regulatory frameworks in response. Foundational is the recognition that law should promote and not stifle innovation. Law, however, should be based on “good science” backed with ascertainable scientific and clinical evidence, not pseudoscience. Likewise, an appropriate legal and regulatory response should consolidate and advance basic human rights including the rights of people living with disability.
Greening Industries in Ethiopia: Analysis of Laws and Overview of Compliance in Three Industrial Parks
Authors: Tesfaye Abate Abebe
Published: October 2024

Ethiopia has been developing industrial parks to promote development. Industrial park development process is regulated by international and domestics laws and it envisages green development or sustainable industrial parks. This article investigates the Ethiopian laws and the practices in Bole Lemi I, Kombolcha and Hawassa industrial parks. The methodology of the research mainly focused on laws and some empirical research through interviews, questionnaires, and observation to gather primary data from the three industrial parks as insights to industrial parks under comparable circumstances. The finding reveals that there are legal gaps in environmental standards such as absence of plastic-waste management that ensures green industrial development. There are also gaps relating to the right to fair wage for the workers in the industries under study. The relevant regulatory organs are thus expected to pay due attention to these gaps that should be addressed in tandem with the standards and the path required in sustained economic win-win benefits to investors, employees, and the public in the context of inclusive development and environmental sustainability.
Increasing Capital of Share Companies under Ethiopian Law
Authors: Fekadu Petros Gebremeskel
Published: October 2024

The biggest concern of the law during capital increase is the protection of minority shareholders. In this regard, the law creates some safeguards. The first protection relates to placing the power of increasing capital in the hands of the extra ordinary general meeting which is subject to higher quorum and majority rules. The second protection involves pre-emptive rights of shareholders to new issue of shares in proportion to each shareholder’s existing shareholding, which can only be bypassed under very stringent conditions. Where pre-emptive right is bypassed, fair valuation of new shares is provided as an alternative remedy. Other exceptional remedies include each shareholder’s right to veto down capital increase resolutions, or opt-out right from the increase resolution, depending on different contexts. In terms of the authority to decide on increase, Ethiopian law recognizes the ultimate power of the shareholders meeting to determine increase of capital, including the amount and the manner of the increase. Contrary to many other laws that give wider power to the board of directors to increase capital under delegation, Ethiopian Commercial Code limits the board’s power to merely implementing the decision of the general meeting. However, careful examination of the law indicates that under the delegation of the general meeting, the board can do more than merely implementing the decisions of the meeting. The law should be interpreted as allowing delegated capital increase by the board of directors in order to introduce efficiency in capital raising which, inter alia, may extend to the extent of exercising discretion to bypass pre-emptive rights. With such schemes, efficiency for the company and fairness towards minority shareholders should be balanced.
Comment: The Propriety of Locus Standi Provision in Nigeria’s Fundamental Rights (Enforcement Procedure Rules), 2009
Authors: David Tarh-Akong Eyongndi  , Foluke Oluyemisi Abimbola  , Oluwadamilare Adeyemi
Published: October 2024

Section 46(2) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (CFRN 1999) empowers the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) to make rules regulating the enforcement of human rights. In 2009, pursuant to the foregoing powers, the CJN made the Fundamental Rights (Enforcement Procedure) Rules (FREP Rules 2009). Item 3(e) of the FREP Rules 2009 conferred locus standi (LS) on persons other than those specified under section 46(1) of CFRN 1999 to institute fundamental rights enforcement suits. The issues arising are: Is locus standi a substantive or procedural matter? Whether or not by section 46(1), (3) and (4) of the CFRN 1999, the CJN has the vires to make rules on locus standi; what is the status of the FREP Rules 2009 vis-à-vis the Constitution? Through comparative methods, it is argued that locus standi is a substantive matter; hence, the CJN lacks the vires to make rules on it. The comparative experience in Kenya and South Africa is examined to draw lessons in promoting access to justice which is one of the sustainable development goals (SDGs). Since Item 3(e) of the FREP Rules is ultra vires, its nullification and amendment of section 46(1) of CFRN 1999 are suggested to encapsulate the expansion under the FREP Rules 2009 as leeway.
Retrospective Study on the Spatio-Temporal Distribution of Rabies in Animals in Plateau State, 2019 – 2023
Authors: Duwong Rita Kanneng , Adekanye Usman , Dzikwi-Emennaa Asabe Adamu , Tekki Ishaya Sinni , Kwaja Elisha Zailani , Adidu-Omoniwa Amy Morayo
Published: October 2024

Rabies is a highly fatal zoonotic disease of great public health importance primarily affecting humans and animals. Despite global efforts  to control the disease, rabies remains a significant public health issue, particularly in developing countries where it causes substantial  mortality. This study investigates the spatiotemporal distribution of rabies in animals in Plateau State, Nigeria, from 2019 to 2023. Data  were retrospectively sourced from the Rabies Laboratory at the National Veterinary Research Institute (NVRI), Vom. A total of 668 samples  were submitted during the study period, with 402 (60.17%) testing positive for rabies. The majority of cases (99.25%) were  reported in dogs. Analysis revealed a high prevalence of rabies across the state, with notable peaks in cases during specific months and  across various Local Government Areas (LGAs). The findings highlight the endemic nature of rabies in Plateau State and underscore the  need for enhanced rabies prevention and control measures, including public awareness campaigns, mass vaccination, and strict  enforcement of dog ownership regulations. This study emphasizes the importance of accurate data collection and reporting in the fight  against rabies and supports ongoing efforts to eradicate the disease by 2030.
From mania to diagnosis: a case report of Klinefelter syndrome unmasked by a bipolar disorder
Authors: Hanisah Mohd Noor , Khairi Che Mat , Sharipah Tuan Hadi Tuan , Yusoff Nur Yusmira Mohd , Tengku Kamarulbahri Tengku Mohd Saifuddin
Published: October 2024

Klinefelter syndrome (KS), characterized by an additional X chromosome in males, remains an underdiagnosed condition despite its prevalence. This case report delves into the multidimensional impact of KS, particularly its often-overlooked association with psychiatric disorders, notably bipolar disorder. We present the case of a 36-year-old man initially diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder Type I during a manic phase. Despite apparent improvement with conventional pharmacotherapy, recurrent syncopal attacks led to an endocrine referral, revealing an underlying KS diagnosis. The patient exhibited typical clinical features, including gynecomastia and testicular abnormalities, alongside neuropsychiatric manifestations. The patient's history of sexual abuse and familial mental illness hints at complex etiological factors influencing his psychiatric presentation. 
Moreover, the co-occurrence of KS and bipolar disorder raises questions about the syndrome's psychological impact, including its implications for self-image and coping mechanisms. This case emphasizes the imperative for a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach to understand and manage complex psychiatric presentations. It highlights the necessity of considering physiological and psychological factors in comprehensive psychiatric assessments and treatment plans. Furthermore, it underscores the need for specialized multidisciplinary clinics to provide comprehensive care for individuals with KS, addressing their diverse medical, psychological, and social needs. Further research is needed to elucidate the intricate connections between genetic predispositions, psychological trauma, and mood disorders, particularly in the context of rare genetic conditions such as KS.
Exploring challenges and opportunities encountered by private health facilities in Lusaka urban, Zambia: A case study of selected private health facilities in Lusaka Urban, Zambia.
Authors: Khondowe W. K. , Mpundu M.
Published: October 2024

INTRODUCTION: The role of healthcare provision has been shouldered by governments globally, primarily through public sector institutions. In Africa, health systems in both private and public health institutions encounter significant challenges and opportunities. Zambia, in its pursuit of universal healthcare, is incorporating private facilities to increase access to quality healthcare. However, there's inadequate research on the challenges and opportunities encountered by these facilities. This study aimed to explore the challenges, solutions, and opportunities encountered by private health facilities in Lusaka, Zambia, with the goal of providing information for policy, decision-making, and future research. 
METHODS: A case study involving mixed method approach was used. In-depth interviews of key informants from private health facilities and Ministry of Health officials based in Lusaka Urban, Zambia, were conducted. Data was analyzed using Microsoft Excel and Word cloud application. 
RESULTS: Findings showed that private health facilities encountered operational challenges such as 21.95% regulatory fees, 19.51% equipment shortages, 19.51% low staffing, 19.51% financial constraints, and 19.51% limited infrastructure. Further, patient-related challenges such as 28% difficulties with record-keeping, 24% drug supply, 20% waiting times, 16% returning clients, and 12% specialist clinics were established. Several opportunities encountered by private health facilities include providing major opportunities (25%), presenting more choices for healthcare services (20.31%), contributing to improvement in service delivery (20.31%), generating income through health insurance schemes (20.31%), while direct payments were 14.06%. 
CONCLUSION: Overall, while private health facilities encounter significant challenges, leveraging existing opportunities could enhance healthcare quality and client satisfaction and foster business growth.
Effects of Operating Parameters on the Higher Heating Value of Kitchen Waste during Hydrothermal Carbonization
Authors: Kimario Veronika Gerald , Said Mahir Mohammed
Published: October 2024

Hydrothermal carbonization (HTC) is a promising waste to energy technology for conversion of organic wastes with high water contents. There have been relatively few studies focused on evaluating the HTC of solid waste (SW). The studies have provided valuable information regarding HTC feasibility and potential environmental benefits. However, they lack the data necessary to understand how carbonization product composition and reaction extent change with the variation of operating parameter. This study sought to characterize kitchen waste from a university restaurant, to assess the impact of operating parameters on hydro-char and evaluate its potential as a solid fuel. The methodology for characterization was based on proximate analysis, ultimate analysis and calorific value. A ratio of dry sample to water of 1:9 was used to make a wet sample and stirred at 180 rpm in a thermal reactor under controlled HTC conditions. The results from proximate analysis revealed that moisture content, volatile matter, ash content and fixed carbon content were 9.6%, 65.1%, 13.6%, and 11.9% respectively. The ultimate analysis showed that carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, Sulphur and oxygen were 48.8, 0.5, 0.4, 0.5 and 45.3% respectively. Mass yield of hydro-char decreased for all samples with increasing HTC reaction temperature. ANOVA confirmed the adequacy of the model, yielding R2 and adjusted R2 values of 0.8630 and 0.7398, respectively with a P value of 0.003 and F-value of 7.00. The high heating value, ultimate analysis and proximate analysis suggested that the hydro char from kitchen waste can potentially be utilized as a solid fuel.
Evaluation of therapeutic efficacy of Aloe rabaiensis leaf against Salmonella gallinarum challenged in Kuroiler chicks in Arusha, Tanzania
Authors: Mkangara Mwanaisha S.
Published: October 2024

Salmonella gallinarum, a bacterium causing fowl typhoid in gallinaceous birds, poses significant economic challenges to the chicken industry in Tanzania. This study investigated the potential of Aloe rabaiensis in managing S. gallinarum in Kuroiler chicks. The clinical signs, viable cell count, live weight, heterophils, lymphocytes, and monocyte counts were evaluated using ninety-four chicks grouped into T1, T2, T3 (challenged with S. gallinarum), and T4 (unchallenged with S. gallinarum). The findings revealed no statistically significant differences between the treated and control groups (P > 0.05) in viable cell count, live weight, mortality rate, heterophils, lymphocytes, and monocyte counts. However, there were clinical signs of fowl typhoid in the challenged groups (T1, T2, T3). The groups challenged with S. gallinarum and treated with A. rabaiensis (T1, T2) showed reduced susceptibility to the bacteria compared to the control group, T3. The mortality rate for T1 was 14.3% (4, n=28) and T2 17.9% (5, n=28), while the control group T3 was 25% (7, n=28). The lower mortality rates and less severe fowl typhoid symptoms in the Aloe-treated groups were attributed to the antibacterial efficacy of A. rabaiensis leaf against S. gallinarum, offering a promising remedy for the future of poultry health.
Polska Fabryka Rowerów A. Kamiński
Authors: Kubacki Łukasz
Published: October 2024

Polska Fabryka Rowerów A. Kamiński (The A. Kamiński Polish Bicycle Factory) was estabilished in Warsaw in 1924. It was one of the most important bicycle workshops located in the Polish capital city. From the second half of the 1930s, it significantly expanded its sales market to cover most of pre-war Poland. This made it one of the most recognizable domestic brands, which is remembered to this day.

The growing popularity of the bicycle in the late 1930s persuaded the company owner, Adam Kamiński, to build a new factory. It was located at 151 Wolska Street. The investment required taking out loans to finance construction and provide salaries for the growing crew during the dead winter season of 1938–1939. Thanks to the preserved documentation related to the loan granting, we can analyze the company’s finances, infrastructure, and equipment for the factory and company store. This is a very rare opportunity due to the scarcity of preserved materials regarding Polish bicycle factories.

As primary sources related to the Polish pre-war bicycle industry are scant, this role is fulfilled by preserved bicycles – technical artifacts. The analysis of bicycles and factory data allowed for the characterization of the basic models produced in the factory. The author has attempted to assign frame numbers to years of production and characterized the most important color schemes. The locations related to the factory’s activities and its preserved relics were also discussed.
INTENSI PENGELOLAAN BISNIS BERBASIS DIGITALISASI CASH FLOW: BERSAMA MITRA UMKM KLASTER BANDENG KOTA SEMARANG
Authors: Santoso Aprih , Saifudin Saifudin , Sulistyawati Ardiani Ika
Published: October 2024

This Community Service Partner, namely the Semarang Bandeng Cluster MSME actors, faces the problem of not being able to manage their MSME finances properly, especially in managing receipts and expenses and separating personal finances from finances for business. On the one hand, reduced revenues due to the global food crisis have an impact on irregular income for MSMEs. On the other hand, increased expenditure, due to the needs and prices of consumer goods also makes it difficult to manage MSME finances. This is the background of the Community Service Team to be interested in doing community service for members of the Semarang Bandeng Cluster MSME Actors. PkM Method with introductory training on Business Management based on Cash Flow Digitalization. The results of PkM, MSME actors in the Semarang Bandeng cluster. understand and be able to carry out MSME financial management integrated with Cash Flow Digitalization neatly and well
ECOBRICK GOES TO SCHOOL: PELATIHAN MENGOLAH SAMPAH PLASTIK BERBASIS SEKOLAH ADIWIYATA DI SMP NEGERI 25 MALANG
Authors: Yani Ni Luh Sinta , Zakaria Muhammad Sya’roni , Sulistia Nita , Aprillaili Rara Vellanieka , Anggraini Rima Trisna , Amalinda Rizkyta , Hartono Selamat Budi , Noviandari Tika , Anas Zaki Nur
Published: October 2024

Ecobrick goes to school is a training program aimed at teaching students at SMP Negeri 25 Malang how to process plastic waste into ecobricks, with an Adiwiyata school-based approach. This training aims to increase students' environmental awareness, provide practical knowledge about plastic waste management, and encourage active participation in maintaining environmental cleanliness. The training methods include observing students' potential, demonstrating ecobrick making using presentation media, and project-based learning that actively involves students in the ecobrick-making process. The program also promotes the concept of 3R (reduce, reuse, recycle) as practical steps to reduce the negative impact of plastic on the environment. Evaluation results show that this training program successfully increased students' knowledge of plastic waste management and skills in making ecobricks. Additionally, active participation of students in Adiwiyata activities also increased, indicating higher environmental awareness among students
PENDAMPINGAN PEMBUATAN PUPUK ORGANIK CAIR DARI BONGGOL PISANG DAN AIR LERI KEPADA MASYARAKAT DI LEMBANG RANTEDADA
Authors: Suluh Sallolo , Kurniawan Widi , Arrang Damaris , Masero Riki , Dena Frans Dedi , Bethony Frans Robert , Johan Chendri , Simon Christof Geraldi , Lorenzo Dennis , Lawang Petrus Sampe , Paliling Formanto , Lasarus Risa , Solo Lery Alfriany , Fikran Fikran , Pasae Nofrianto , Nitha Nitha , Bontong Yafet
Published: October 2024

Organic farming is increasingly in demand because it prioritizes sustainability and environmentally friendly principles. Liquid organic fertilizer made from banana tubers and leri water is an alternative that is environmentally friendly and easy to produce. However, knowledge and skills in making liquid organic fertilizer still need to be improved among the community, especially in areas such as Lembang Rantedada. This study was carried out through direct assistance and training activities for the community in Lembang Rantedada with a practical and participatory approach, involving the community in every stage of fertilizer production, from raw material preparation to the fermentation and storage process. The result of this mentoring activity is an increase in community knowledge and skills in making liquid organic fertilizer. Communities can use locally available banana stems and water to produce organic fertilizer that is beneficial for their agriculture. Apart from that, awareness is also created about the importance of using organic fertilizer in supporting sustainable agriculture and environmental preservation. Assistance in making liquid organic fertilizer from banana stems and leri water to the community in Lembang Rantedada is an effective step in increasing the independence and sustainability of local agriculture. By increasing knowledge and skills, communities can utilize local resources more optimally and support environmentally friendly agricultural practices
PEMBERDAYAAN KARANG TARUNA “TUNAS HARAPAN” MELALUI PELATIHAN KEWIRAUSAHAAN UNTUK MENCIPTAKAN JIWA ENTERPRENEURSHIP DI DESA CIHERANG KECAMATAN GUNUNGSARI SERANG BANTEN
Authors: Listiawati Listiawati , Ende Ende , Auliana Sigit
Published: October 2024

The place for this novice community service activity was carried out in Ciherang Village, Gunungsari District, Serang Regency. The target audience is members of the Tunas Harapan Youth Organization. The problems faced by Karang Taruna Tunas Harapan are: activities cannot run well because human resources, business capital and marketing collide. The purpose of this activity is to increase the knowledge and skills of Karang Taruna Tunas Harapan members in running a business by utilizing the potential of agricultural and plantation products in Ciherang Village, so that an entrepreneurial spirit can be created. The results of this service activity can motivate youth members to become entrepreneurs by utilizing the potential of agricultural and plantation products, by implementing business management and information technology
GAMBARAN TINGKAT PENGETAHUAN TENTANG PERTOLONGAN PERTAMA PADA LUKA BAKAR DALAM PEMANFAATAN EKSTRAK LIDAH BUAYA (ALOE VERA L) DALAM SEDIAAN GEL
Authors: Muldiyana Tya , Riyanta Aldi Budi , Febriyanti Rizki , Supriatin Eli , Saputra Redo
Published: October 2024

MAN 1 Tegal is a formal education located on Jl. MA' Hadut Tholabah Babakan Lebaksiu Islamic Boarding School so it is commonly known as MAN Babakan Lebaksiu because it is located in Jatimulya Village, Lebaksiu District, Tegal Regency. The purpose of this Community Service (PKM) activity is to try to improve knowledge and skills to students through counseling and training on the use of aloe vera extract (Aloe vera L) in gel preparations as a burn medicine and establishing a cooperative relationship between Politeknik Harapan Bersama Tegal and MAN Babakan Lebaksiu as a partner. The methods used are surveys, interviews, providing material and practicum as well as distributing questionnaires as feedback from partners and evaluating PKM activities. The results of this activity began with an explanation and counseling about burns. In addition, there were question and answer sessions, discussions, filling out questionnaires and practice of making gels. There are several conclusions that can be drawn. The conclusion of this activity shows that the training activity for making gel from aloe vera extract went well and was proven to increase students' knowledge with a sufficient score of 63%.
ECOTOURISM DIGITALIZATION: IMPLEMENTASI APLIKASI PENGELOLAAN TIKET PADA EKOWISATA PANTAI PANCER
Authors: Gusminto Eka Bambang , Musmedi Didik Pudjo , Noviasari Tria Putri , Maridelana Vanya Pinkan , Kadafi Batara Aulia , Putri Salsabilah Amalia
Published: October 2024

The tourism sector is a very effective sector for improving the regional economy in Indonesia. The implementation of digital information technology has a positive impact on the tourism sector, thereby enabling a tourism revolution in the present and future. Operational activities related to ticket sales in the Pancer Beach ecotourism area are still carried out manually and have yet to be computed, which causes financial reporting to be less effective and efficient. Thus, it is necessary to integrate digital technology by developing a web-based ticket management information system to make the transaction recording process more efficient and increase the transparency of financial reports. The Pancer Beach ticket application was built using the waterfall method, which consists of 5 stages: software requirements analysis, application design, code generation, application testing, and support. The results show that the Pancer Beach ticket application system was built based on the needs and capacity of the Pancer Beach ecotourism area staff. Features available in the application include the Dashboard menu, Settings and information, Tickets, and Income Reports. The integration of digital technology in the Pancer Beach ticket application makes operational services for visitors, especially those related to ticket management, faster, more efficient, and transparent
SOSIALISASI PENGGUNAAN DIGIFASCH (DIGItal FASter CHarity) : APLIKASI PENGUMPULAN MODAL PELAKU UMKM TERDAMPAK GEMPA BUMI CIANJUR
Authors: Lestari Hanisa Sismaya , Lisarini Endah , Alam Asep Saepul , Jayanti Desi Dwi , Ahmad M. Yahya
Published: October 2024

Community service was carried out for 12 MSMEs affected by the earthquake. These 12 MSMEs were selected from the selection results from Benjot and Sarampad Villages. The aim of this activity is to assist MSMEs affected by the Cianjur earthquake which occurred in 2022. As a result of this earthquake, many MSMEs have had their businesses stopped due to limited capital. So far, government assistance has focused on providing food after the earthquake, but has not focused on capital assistance to continue business. The community service carried out by lecturers and students at the Faculty of Applied Science, Suryakancana University, focuses on mentoring, followed by socialization on how to use fundraising applications, from creating an account to creating a campaign, which was delivered to 24 accompanying students who for 5 months accompanied MSMEs to take part in 20 mentoring sessions. and finally closed with the activity of distributing donations to each MSME
EFEKTIFITAS PENDAMPINGAN PENGELOLAAN DAN PENGOLAHAN SAMPAH 3 R (REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE) TERHADAP MASYARAKAT TERDAMPAK GEMPA BUMI CIANJUR KHUSUSNYA DESA SARAMPAD DAN BENJOT
Authors: Zikri Fauzan , Yuliani Yuliani , Syamsiah Melissa , Adriana Imansyah Angga , Suryana Adang , Syarifah Sany Diny
Published: October 2024

One of the ways to empower communities affected by the earthquake in Cianjur Regency is through community assistance activities in waste management and processing to create a clean environment. The Suryakancana University lecturer team carried out community service activities in the form of assisting communities affected by the Cianjur earthquake in Sarampad Village and Benjot Village. Forms of mentoring activities are carried out in the form of discussions and practices in processing waste into useful products such as pillows, doormats, fertilizer, and handicrafts. Data collection was carried out through pretest and posttest on 20 respondents (mentoring participants) who came from Sarampad Village and Benjot Village. Mentoring activities will be carried out from August – October 2023. The results of mentoring for earthquake-affected communities from Sarampad Village and Benjot Village show an increase in knowledge, attitudes and skills. Mentoring provided a greater increase in the knowledge aspect compared to the attitude and skills aspect in both Sarampad and Benjot Villages. The increase in knowledge aspects of people affected by the earthquake in Benjot Village (27%) was greater than in Sarampad Village (20%). Meanwhile, in the aspect of attitudes and skills, the increase was greater in the earthquake-affected communities in Sarampad Village (attitudes 18% and skills 17%) than in Benjot Village (attitudes and skills the same 11%).
SOSIALISASI TEKNOLOGI DALAM PEMBELAJARAN BAHASA UNTUK MENINGKATKAN LITERASI MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN DIGITAL GURU SD
Authors: Surani Dewi , Septiyani Rini Dwi , Saptala Octavia , Syifaturahamah Ananda Nida
Published: October 2024

Community service carried out with educational methods to elementary school teachers in thr form of training. The training is about technology in language learning in improving literacy as a learning medium. The activity was held at SDN 1 Ciemas, Desa Sukawana, Kecamatan Curug, Kota Serang with 10 participants. The prospective participants involved included all elementary school teachers. Preparations were carried out starting from preparing supporting documents for activities, such as requests for letters of assignment, as well as coordination with prospective service participants through school leaders. At the implementation stage, this service took place face-to-face and was facilitated by the school. The speaker provides material according to the topic of discussion. The training is carried out interactively, there are questions and answers and direct practice carried out by the trainees and guided by the speaker. After the training ended, an evaluation was conducted. Starting from the preparation stage, the course of activities, and the response of participants during the training activities. The participants in the school still need to develop language learning media using technology
PENGUATAN LITERASI DAN NUMERASI BAGI GURU MELALUI PELATIHAN PENINGKATAN KOMPETENSI GURU DI SEKOLAH DASAR NEGERI PULO PANJANG 1
Authors: Ulinnuha Ulinnuha , Andriani Rina , Saputra Desma Yuliadi , Hidayat Syamsul
Published: October 2024

This community service aims to provide training related to strategies for strengthening literacy and numeracy. Participants are expected to be able to apply strategies to strengthen literacy and numeracy; text-rich environment development, social emotional development, and academic environment development. Participants in this activity were the principal, teachers and 4 students of SDN Pulo Panjang 1 with a total of 20 participants. The methods used in this service are, observation, interviews, socialization, training and simulation. This community service has made a positive contribution in efforts to increase teacher competency by implementing creative, fun and meaningful strategies for strengthening iteration and numeration. (1) This PKM activity is able to provide alternative solutions to overcome the problem of students' difficulty understanding the material. So that students are enthusiastic and eager to take part in all subjects, (2) Participants understand strategies for strengthening literacy and numeracy (3) School principals, teachers and librarians are motivated to be optimistic about implementing literacy movements despite the remote geographical conditions of educational units
MENGGALI POTENSI KEWIRAUSAHAAN LOKAL INOVASI BERBASIS KEARIFAN LOKAL
Authors: Hanafiah Hanafiah , Nulhaqim Aman , Nurpriatna Ade , S Rika Opsari Pusparini
Published: October 2024

Entrepreneurship as a concept includes innovation, risk management and resource management to create value. Local entrepreneurship is an important aspect in mapping regional economic potential, which is closely related to local wisdom, cultural values and community needs. This needs to be explored and developed. The aim of this workshop is to determine students' entrepreneurial potential, increase entrepreneurial knowledge and skills, and plan special activities to establish and develop local companies. This workshop consists of three sessions which include presentations, group discussions, case studies and simulations. The results of the workshop were the identification of local business opportunities, increased skills of participants and a spirit of cooperation between local communities. The workshop produced various outputs, such as business plans, new networks, skills development and training materials that support the development of local entrepreneurship. In conclusion, this workshop not only helps explore local entrepreneurial potential, but also strengthens the skills and cooperation of the participants, which is an important step in developing local entrepreneurship and encouraging regional economic growth
PENINGKATAN LITERASI AKSARA DI DESA MUARA KECAMATAN TELUK NAGA KABUPATEN TANGERANG
Authors: Kadarisman Kadarisman , Siswanto Romi
Published: October 2024

Muara Village, Teluk Naga District, Tangerang Regency, a village located at the end of the Pantai Indah Kapuk II luxury condominium complex, right on the edge of Teluk Naga Beach. The livelihood of the population is mostly traditional fishermen, some are laborers, grocery traders. Local residents prioritize their sons and daughters to help their parents financially by becoming fishermen or casual laborers rather than sending them to school. The presence of the Digital Literacy Program for rural communities is able to increase the capacity, quality and skills of local residents. With digital access, information becomes an inclusive right for all people without exception. In the future, it is hoped that rural communities will have competitiveness, both economically and educationally. This can help reduce the inequality that exists in a rural environment. The Literacy Improvement Program in Muara Village is a form of service to teach illiterate community members to have the skills to write, read, count and analyze, oriented towards daily life by utilizing digital technology. The implementation strategy for eradicating illiteracy that will be implemented is based on integrated tutorials, namely the implementation of learning based on integration between functional literacy education and assistance by families. After students learn to study with tutors, when students return home, their families contribute to assisting them in learning. Benefits of the Literacy Improvement Program: 1) increase local residents' knowledge of reading, writing and arithmetic; 2) accelerate the eradication of illiteracy, especially in Muara village, 3) foster interest, love and passion for reading, writing and arithmetic, 4) Utilize the advantages of digital technology for independent learning activities
PELATIHAN DIGITAL MARKETING BAGI PELAKU UMKM DI PAROKI ARNOLDUS JANSEN BEKASI
Authors: Santoso Wawa , Ananda Denta Felli , Pusvikasari Nila , Sutrisno Nuno
Published: October 2024

Digital marketing training provided to MSME activists (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises) under the auspices of the Socio-Economic Development Section (PSE) of the Small Business Guidance Center (SABUK) team within the Catholic Church of St. Arnoldus Jansen Parish Bekasi aims to increase awareness and utilization of digital marketing media to develop businesses. Activities are carried out through material presentation, discussion and question and answer as well as direct practice on the use of WA business, market place and simple photography techniques through smart phones. This activity was carried out directly in the Parish hall, with participants of around 100 people from various business backgrounds and took place from 09.00-15.00 WIB smoothly where participants followed this activity enthusiastically. Thus, this activity is very important for the use of digital marketing facilities by MSME actors in the parish environment. This activity will be followed up with other relevant training materials at the next meeting session
SOBAT GESIT (SELURUH KELUARGA TERLIBAT GERAKAN STOP STUNTING): INOVASI APLIKASI PENCEGAHAN STUNTING
Authors: Christiana Elisa , Iva Cantika , F Cucun Setya , N Hilmah , Pralita Agoesta , Suryadi Edy , R Taufiqur , Iszakiyah Nur
Published: October 2024

The 2022 Indonesian Nutrition Status Survey (SSGI) reports that the Pamekasan District Health Service has succeeded in reducing the incidence of stunting significantly, from 38.6% in 2021 to 8.1%. The next urgency is to maintain these positive achievements and ensure that there are no more cases of stunting, so an innovative idea is needed in the form of Sobat Gesit (all family members are involved in the stop stunting movement). The aim of the Agile Buddy application is to serve as a medium for public education about stunting prevention efforts and to assist the government in reducing stunting rates. The development of the Agile Buddy application is preceded by a preliminary study in the form of a literature study and determining the software model to be used. The features that will be available in this application consist of agile father, agile mother, agile child, stunting PIC features, and report stunting. It is hoped that this application can help prevent and reduce stunting rates according to the target in 2024 to create a healthy and high-quality young generation
PENYULUHAN KESADARAN HUKUM SEJAK USIA DINI DI PANTI ASUHAN ISTANA YATIM AL-JUFRI
Authors: Prasetiasari Christiani , Suwalla Nicha , Siagian Agus , Zaiana Auliya Fitri , Lubis Juli Artha
Published: October 2024

The existence of law in society functions to maintain order, peace and harmony, as well as aligning human interests or needs in society and the state. The role of the law applies to every individual, including students, therefore it is necessary to provide legal awareness education from an early age, especially for the object of this service at the Al-Jufri Orphanage Palace.
            Understanding the law is not only about avoiding violations, but also about instilling good values, such as justice, freedom and responsibility. Legal education needs to be taught from an early age. This aims to provide opportunities for students to understand how the law affects their daily lives, from basic rights, such as the right to quality education, to responsibilities as citizens
MEWUJUDKAN KAWASAN BEBAS ASAP ROKOK (KBAR) DENGAN PEMBUATAN POJOK ROKOK DI KELURAHAN SONDAKAN
Authors: Ifalahma Darah , Yuliana Ana , Sulistiyanti Anik , Syamtari Nila Khoirunnisa , Safitri Herni
Published: October 2024

Smoking behavior is behavior that is considered normal for the majority of citizens in Indonesia. From year to year the number of smokers in Indonesia is increasing, especially among the young population. Based on 2018 Basic Health Research (Riskesdas) data, the prevalence of smokers aged 10-18 years was 9.1%. In an effort to regulate smoking behavior and protect passive smokers from the negative impacts of smoking behavior, a No-Smoking Area (KTR) has been established based on Health Law number 36 of 2009. A No-Smoking Area is an area that is declared prohibited for smoking or producing, selling, advertise, and/or promote Tobacco Products. The areas that constitute KTR according to the Health Law are health service facilities; place for teaching and learning processes; a place for children to play; worship place; public transportation; workplace; and public places. From the results of data collection from the Healthy Indonesia Family Approach Program (PISPK) in the Pajang Community Health Center area in RW 09 Sondakan Laweyan Surakarta, a community problem was found, namely smoking. Public knowledge about smoking is still low and self-awareness in implementing smoking ethics is also low. The aim of this activity is to increase the knowledge of the people of RW 09 Sondakan Subdistrict about smoking ethics and to create a Smoke Free Area (KBAR) by creating a Cigarette Corner. The method used is providing education to residents in the form of health education about smoking ethics and activating Cigarette Corners. The result of this activity was that there was an increase in respondents' knowledge between before and after being given the counseling. Increased knowledge score by 35%. At the end of the activity, residents understood the ethics of smoking and were committed to realizing a KBAR (Smoke Free Area) by utilizing the Cigarette Corner
PENYULUHAN TENTANG MEMBANGUN PRIBADI YANG BERKARAKTER BAGI PELAJAR MA'HAD AL-ZAYTUN
Authors: Rahim Abdur , Afifah Muthia Nur , Adrian Rizal , Wawan Wawan , Asyifa Nur , Yuliadi Yuliadi , Supriyatno Supriyatno , Saiman Saiman
Published: October 2024

Counseling on building personal character for Ma'had Al-Zaytun students aims to guide and inspire students in developing strong and authoritative personalities. This counseling aims to provide an in-depth understanding of Islamic moral, ethical and leadership values. Through various interactive learning methods, students will be invited to explore their potential, understand Islamic values, and apply tolerance and diversity. The conclusion from this outreach activity is that Ma'had Al-Zaytun really prioritizes character building because it is an integral part of his students' education. Teachers are a key factor in this process. In building strong character, this includes daily activities such as congregational prayers, reading the Koran, and living clean as efforts that support character formation. Overall, Ma'had Al-Zaytun is committed to forming students' personalities to have strong, good and moral character through holistic education, teacher guidance, and emphasized religious values ​​in everyday life
PENERAPAN PERATURAN DAERAH KABUPATEN INDRAMAYU NOMOR 8 TAHUN 2015 DI MA’HAD AL-ZAYTUN
Authors: Rahim Abdur , Al-Haq Saepul Aziz , Fahri Sudrajat , Ahsanu Fathur , Supriyatno Supriyatno , Prasetyo Yudi , Zamroni Zamroni , Partono Partono
Published: October 2024

Education become a medium for developing the potential and educating students. It is from education that character is formed, so character education is the main key to building nationalism in the midst of the era of globalization that is sweeping the world. So the application of character education has the functions of building students to be better and of course in accordance with applicable regulations. So in this community service activity carried out in the Madrasah Aliyah Ma'had Al-Zaytun environment, by providing material on the application of Indramayu district regional regulations number 8 of 2015, it can provide a broad understanding of the importance of character education. The presentation of material by using the method of providing input followed by questions and answers. The results of observations that have been carried out in depth show that the personal character of Ma'had Al-Zaytun students is in accordance with Indramayu district regional regulations number 8 of 2015
STRATEGI PEMASARAN DALAM DIGITALISASI UMKM UNTUK MENINGKATKAN OMSET PENJUALAN DI DESA PONDOK KAHURU
Authors: Kartika Rika , Afriani Raden Irna , Hartoko Gatot , Pratama Ryan , Safitri Esti , Alhaidar Raihan
Published: October 2024

In the MSME sector in Pondok Kahuru Village, the lack of product marketing strategies means low consumer purchasing power which causes low sales turnover. The aim of carrying out this community service activity is to provide education and assistance to MSMEs in product marketing strategies in order to increase consumer purchasing power, so that it can increase sales turnover.  The samples in this activity are Ms. Udoh's MSME dapros products. This method of implementing community service uses a descriptive observational method, followed by providing counseling, mentoring and seminars. In conclusion, through community service activities it can help increase consumer purchasing power because it expands wider market reach and can increase sales turnover.
STIMULASI PENGENALAN ANGKA MELALUI MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN SMART BOARD FOR KIDS
Authors: Anggraini Kristin , Simanjuntak Anita Roslina , Wati Sindy Anugerah , Takumansang Regina Christine
Published: October 2024

The aim of this community service (Abdimas) activity is to introduce numbers through the Smart Board for Kids learning media. The partners in this community service activity are TK Indriyasana VII which is part of the Dharma Ibu Surabaya Foundation which is located on Jl. Dukuh Kupang XXX/51 Surabaya. The Abdimas subjects this time are 10 students currently sitting in Kindergarten A. The implementation of this community service activity was carried out for 2 months and consisted of 2 stages, namely the media introduction stage and the media use stage. In stage 1, the author introduces the Smart Board for Kids learning media to children, then in stage 2 the children are asked to play games using the Smart Board for Kids and show excellent number recognition. In conclusion, the Smart Board for kids learning media can improve number recognition in early childhood