THE SPIRIT OF SOCIETY JOURNAL : International Journal of Society Development and Engagement

Local-level People's Participation Intervention in Rethinking Architecture for Sustainable Societies

2025-04-22T19:25:18+07:00

Sustainable societies rely on inclusive decision-making processes, where local-level people’s participation plays a critical role in shaping architecture and urban planning. This study explores how community engagement influences sustainable development at neighborhood and societal levels, particularly in India. Given the complexities of urbanization, cultural behavior, and governance, this research examines how participatory action can enhance sustainability efforts. Through a literature review and expert-level surveys, the study evaluates the impact of people’s behavior, decision-making, and participatory frameworks on architectural design and sustainable neighborhood planning. The findings indicate that participatory models, such as Participatory Action Research (PAR) and Sustainable Development Indicators (SDIs), can effectively integrate public engagement into sustainable assessment tools. Key sustainability aspects—including education, health, water conservation, waste management, and social cohesion—benefit from people’s participation. The research suggests that tools like GRIHA, LEED-ND, and IGBC for Green Residential Societies should incorporate participatory frameworks to enhance sustainability measurement and implementation. This study contributes to rethinking architecture and planning by linking local decision-making with sustainable urban development.

Implementation of Eco-print Batik Steamer Machine to Optimize the Color Transfer Process in SME Fabric

2025-04-22T19:25:17+07:00

Daun Efek is a Small Medium Enterprises in Sidoarjo which is engaged in the production of eco-print batik cloth. In making eco-print batik, UKM Daun Efek still uses conventional methods, thus causing the limited amount of production produced. Other constraints faced are the lack of attractive product packaging and lack of widespread marketing, so that turnover is difficult to increase due to lack of consumer reach. This activity uses an implementation method through a participatory approach, including such as FGDs, training and mentoring as well as discussion activities to exchange experiences between the proposing team and partners. From the implementation method that implemented, a grant machine was produced in the form of an eco-print batik steamer machine, which is able to increase the amount of production from 6 sheets of batik cloth per day to 18 pieces of batik cloth per day. In addition to production management, there was also improved the quality of product packaging from simple and unattractive to a packaging that has good, creative, and imprinted elements in the eyes of consumers through green box-shaped packaging with the partner logo. The reach of consumers has become wider with the marketing through social media.

The Effect of Financial Literacy, Lifestyle and Self-Control on Online Shopping Consumptive Behavior

2025-04-22T19:25:18+07:00

This research aims to examine the influence of financial literacy, lifestyle, and self-control on consumer online shopping behavior among students at the Faculty of Economics and Business, East Java Veteran Development University. The research method used is quantitative. The population in this study consisted of 4231 active students from the Faculty of Economics and Business, Veteran Development University, East Java, using a stratified random sampling technique with the Slovin formula, which produced a sample of 100 respondents. Data collection was carried out through distributing questionnaires, while the data analysis technique used SEM PLS with Smart PLS software. The results of this research show that financial literacy and self-control have a negative and significant effect on the consumptive behavior of students at the economics and business faculty at East Java Veteran Development University. This shows that financial literacy and good self-control will create moderate consumptive behavior. The results of this research also prove that lifestyle has a positive and significant effect on the consumer behavior of students at the Faculty of Economics and Business, East Java Veteran Development University. This shows that a high lifestyle will also create high consumer behavior.

Cultural Bridges Enhancing Performance of Expatriates in Indonesia and Locals Abroad Through Innovative Human Resource Practices

2025-04-22T19:25:16+07:00

Cultural diversity presents both opportunities and challenges for expatriates working in Indonesia and local employees adapting abroad. This study examines the role of innovative Human Resource (HR) practices in enhancing cross-cultural performance. Findings highlight key challenges, including differences in social norms, language barriers, and cultural misunderstandings, which can lead to stress, decreased performance, and assignment failures. HR strategies such as cross-cultural training, onboarding, and mentoring have proven effective in reducing these challenges, fostering job satisfaction, and improving team collaboration. Adaptive leadership that embraces local cultural contexts significantly enhances trust and productivity. Furthermore, expatriates act as knowledge bridges, transferring technical and cultural insights to local teams, strengthening organizational cohesion. Case studies, including PT Freeport Indonesia and PT Haier Sales Indonesia, underscore the importance of tailored HR practices and leadership in mitigating cultural differences and driving organizational success. Beyond formal training, practical strategies like mentorship, community engagement, and language acquisition are essential for effective adaptation. This research emphasizes that holistic approaches to cross-cultural integration not only enhance individual performance but also create a more inclusive and collaborative workplace.

Increased Productivity and Quality Of Presto Food Production through Automatic Presto Machines

2025-04-22T19:25:15+07:00

Presto food is one of the favorite foods of Indonesians. Some of the favorite types of presto food are grilled chicken, presto duck, fish pepes, and presto milkfish. Sidoarjo Regency is one of the regions in East Java that has an area of 15,530 hectares of ponds that produce abundant milkfish of approximately 9,866,300 tons. This is a factor in the emergence of MSMEs engaged in the culinary sector, one of which is UKM Presto Sidoarjo. Limited production equipment causes the production process to be inefficient in terms of time and fuel. Marketing that has not been widespread and product packaging that is less attractive is a factor in the product being less known to the public. The implementation method is carried out through a participatory approach, training and mentoring, as well as discussion activities between the proposing team and partners. The result of this activity is the creation of an automatic presto machine that is able to increase production capacity from 5 kg per process to 10 kg per process and the formation of partners who are independent in using the machine and increasing sales turnover through marketing on social media and product packaging that has good, creative elements, imprints on consumers and labels.

Optimization of Reservoir Potential through Floating Net Cages and Fish Farming Training

2025-04-22T19:25:15+07:00

This community service program aims to optimize the reservoir potential in Karangasem Village, Sukoharjo Regency, through floating net cages and fish farming training. Addressing the lack of technical expertise among the "GP" Fish Farmers Group, the program enabled them to utilize the reservoir for economic and sustainable fish farming activities. The program encompassed three phases: preparation, implementation, and monitoring. During preparation, the necessary resources and permits were secured. The implementation phase featured interactive training on the design, construction, and maintenance of floating net cages and practical skills for gourami fish farming a species with high economic value. The program yielded significant improvements in participants' knowledge and skills. Pre- and post-training assessments demonstrated a 32.13% increase in knowledge, with average scores rising from 61.39 to 81.11. Participants successfully constructed operational floating net cages with technical specifications, including floating drums, iron frames, nets, and wooden pathways. Their active engagement during discussions and practice sessions highlighted enthusiasm for expanding gourami fish farming individually and collectively. The initiative emphasized practical solutions for utilizing the reservoir's freshwater efficiently and creating economic opportunities through aquaculture. Future recommendations include integrating digital marketing strategies to broaden the market reach of fish products and workshops on product innovation, such as ready-to-cook gourami or other fish-based items. Ongoing mentoring and periodic evaluations are essential to ensure the program’s sustainability and effectiveness. This program demonstrates the potential of community-driven aquaculture to enhance rural economic resilience and environmental sustainability.

Factors Affecting Rural Households' Charcoal and Firewood Production in Selected Dryland Woredas of Oromia and Afar regions

2025-04-22T19:25:14+07:00

This study set out to investigate the variables that influence households' participation in the production of woodfuel in the dryland regions of Ethiopia's Oromia and Afar regions. Using snowball sampling, 231 households in total were sampled. Out of the 231 sample houses, 155 of them produced wood fuel, and the remaining 76 did not. Focus groups and surveys of households were used to gather data. A binary probit regression model and descriptive statistics were used to analyze the data. The findings showed that households producing wood fuel do so because it is their primary source of income during times of household food scarcity, lack of other work options, and occurrence of various shocks including drought and other diseases affecting crops and livestock. The majority of the labor used in the household to produce woodfuel came from family members. Results from the binary probit model demonstrated that access to extensions and education, both of which were shown to be statistically significant, have a negative impact on household participation in the production of woodfuel. Conversely, the ownership of animals, income, the frequency of droughts, and livestock diseases all had a beneficial impact on household participation in the production of woodfuel. Because there are many different methods of producing wood fuel, policymakers must consider the best approaches to promoting the sustainable use of dryland forest management as well as socioeconomic intervention alternatives that support alternative lifestyles.

Cost Control Analysis with Earned Value Method in the Construction Work of Improving the Drainage Channel on the Dr. Soetomo Road, Samarinda, East Kalimantan

2025-04-29T19:26:10+07:00

Dr. Soetomo Street drainage channel in Samarinda often experiences flooding during the rainy season. With the existing puddles, it will disrupt the activities of the surrounding community. If the puddle problem is not resolved, it can cause a bigger disaster that harms the local community. If the puddle problem is not resolved, it can cause a bigger disaster that harms the local community, both property and lives. Dr. Soetomo Street is one of the roads in Samarinda City that still often experiences puddles due to drainage channels that cannot accommodate or drain surface water. This research was conducted with the intention of controlling costs using the earned value method. The research method with calculations and analysis using the Earned Value Analysis Concept. The project cost performance did not match the budgeted costs in the 14th week, the costs incurred were Rp. 6,728,308,349 with an actual weight of 59.25%. The calculation of the CPI value <1 from week 1 to week 12. This means that the project from week 1 to week 14 cost more than planned or the project was more wasteful. At the end of the review period, namely week 12, the estimated total final project cost was Rp. 6,728,308,349, taken from the EAC value. If the tendency of the project performance condition is the same as at the end of the review, namely week 12, the estimated value does not exceed the project plan cost of Rp. 4,750,000,000.

Feasibility Analysis of Clean Water System Investment of Tirta Tuah Benua Drinking Water Company, East Kutai, Kaliorang District

2025-04-29T19:26:09+07:00

Water is a very vital natural resource and is needed to determine the sustainability of life of all living things on this earth. The problem faced is that the clean water system to residential areas is not smooth, to overcome this, a good clean water distribution network and good clean water system management are needed and are able to serve the clean water needs of residents in the area. In order to realize this, a fairly large investment is needed. One of them is by implementing company investment in the form of increasing the capacity of the raw water supply system. Based on the background mentioned, the title of this study is Feasibility Analysis of Clean Water System Investment at Perumda Air Minum Tirta Tuah Benua Kutai Timur, Kaliorang District. The solution method in this calculation for Feasibility Investment Analysis uses the Net Present Value (NPV) method, the Internal Rate of Return (IRR) method. From the results of the analysis, it was obtained that the NPV value was IDR 4,627,419,730 (NPV> 0). So the investment in developing production capacity and clean water networks at Perumda Air Minum Tirta Tuah Benua, Kaliorang District, is feasible to continue. A positive NPV value or greater than (>0) indicates that the income is greater than the invested value. The IRR value obtained is 15.50% > 10% (the minimum expected interest rate), so the investment in developing the production capacity and clean water network of Perumda Air Minum Tirta Tuah Benua, Kaliorang District is feasible to be implemented.

The Influence of Materials and Natural Constraints on Mobilisation and Timeliness of Road Improvement Projects in Papua

2025-04-29T19:26:09+07:00

One of the obstacles to construction work in Papua is the delay in implementation time and one of the causes is due to the inadequate condition of the access road to the work site, limited material transport fleet and roadblocks by indigenous peoples at the project site. This study was conducted to further examine the factors causing delays in the completion of road works in Southwest Papua Province, especially in Sorong district. The problem limitations used in this study only focus on factors that affect the Timeliness of Work Implementation as for these factors include: Materials, Natural Constraints and Mobilisation. This research uses Non Probability Sampling technique, which is a sampling technique that provides equal opportunities for each element of the population to become a sample obtained through distributing questionnaires online via google form. The process for processing data from respondent survey results uses SmartPLS software, which is software used for Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) analysis. Based on the results of the Convergent Validity Test, Discriminant Validity Test, Construct Reability Reliability Test and Direct Effect and Indirect Effect Hypothesis Test, the results show that materials have the strongest influence on mobilisation, which ultimately increases the timeliness of work implementation.

Life Cycle Cost Concept in Maintenance of Office Building of Karhutla Workshop Uptd Kphp Berau Barat

2025-04-29T19:26:08+07:00

In Indonesia, Building Maintenance Guidelines have been stipulated in the Regulation of the Minister of Public Works No. 24/PRT/M/2008 concerning Guidelines for Building Maintenance and Care. The construction of the office building of the KARHUTLA workshop of UPTD KPHP Berau Barat is certain to increase every year, of course it must be followed by good and planned management, not only construction costs but there are important costs that need to be considered as a reference for managers to run and operate the building, namely planning the future costs of the building itself including operational costs, maintenance costs and replacement. The Life Cycle Cost (LCC) method is one part of the building management and maintenance strategy. From the background of the problem, a study was conducted entitled Analysis of Maintenance Based on Life Cycle Cost in the Office Building of the KARHUTLA Workshop of UPTD KPHP Berau Barat. The solution method in this calculation is for Investment Feasibility Analysis using Initial Cost Analysis, Operational Cost Analysis, Maintenance and Care Cost Analysis, Demolition Cost Analysis. From the results of the analysis, it was obtained that there were three groups that compiled the Life Cycle Cost analysis plan for the UPTD Berau Barat workshop building, namely, initial construction costs, operational costs, maintenance costs and demolition costs. The initial construction cost of the UPTD Berau Barat workshop building cost Rp2,515,780,000.00 (48%), operational costs of Rp870,000,000.00 (17%), maintenance and care costs of Rp1,601,275,363.86 (30%), demolition costs of Rp251,178,000.00 (5%). The total Life Cycle Cost of the UPTD Berau Barat workshop building for 25 years is Rp5,234,233,363.86. In operational costs, the largest cost is the utility cost of Rp540,000,000.00 (62%) followed by employee salary costs of Rp330,000,000.00 (38%). In terms of maintenance costs, the largest costs are architectural costs of Rp. 1,433,035,692.66 (92%), followed by mechanical & electrical costs of Rp. 123,719,815.22 (8%).

Value Engineering Study on Drainage Channel Works on AW. Syahranie Road, Samarinda

2025-04-29T19:26:07+07:00

Flooding on roads still often occurs in several cities, especially densely populated cities. If the problem of flooding is not resolved, it can cause a bigger disaster that harms the local community, both property and lives. Jalan Aw. Syahranie Samarinda is one of the roads in Samarinda City that still often experiences flooding due to drainage channels that cannot accommodate or drain surface water. The purpose of this study is to analyze the application of Value Engineering in the Construction of the Jalan Aw. Syahranie Samarinda Drainage Channel. The solution method in this calculation uses Value Engineering Analysis. Value Engineering Analysis is carried out when the Budget Plan (RAB) is still being planned to get maximum results. This research method is carried out with five stages of Value Engineering, namely the information stage, the function analysis stage, the creative stage, the evaluation stage and the presentation stage. The weight of each criterion uses the Zero-One Method. Zero-One Analysis Matrix Method The use of the zero-one method is carried out for weighting and assigning values ??to the criteria. From the analysis results obtained that the best alternative that can replace the initial implementation method on selected work items in concrete work is Ready Mix Concrete and Conventional Concrete using a mixer. The cost savings obtained are Concrete Work with the first alternative choice, namely Conventional Concrete using a mixer, has the highest weight with a ranking of 1 and a savings value of 9.86% or Rp 397,393,488. The total overall savings for the work in VE with the overall cost of the project for the initial plan is Rp. 16,751,587,077 while the overall cost of the project after Value Engineering is Rp 16,354,193,589. With the cost saved being Rp 397,393,487.76 or 2.75% of the total project.

River Capacity and Pump Requirements for Flood Prevention in Urban Areas

2025-04-29T19:26:06+07:00

Floods are one of the natural disasters that often threaten human lives and assets in urban areas. Factors such as climate change, rapid urbanization, and land changes can increase the risk of flooding. Pesawahan Village, located in the Porong District, Sidoarjo Regency, is one of the areas that frequently experiences flooding issues. Floods in this village can endanger the lives of the community, agricultural land, and essential infrastructure. To reduce the risk of flooding and protect valuable resources, in-depth research is needed on the capacity of the river passing through Pesawahan Village and the requirements for a pump system for flood prevention. Pesawahan Village is situated in low-lying terrain and is close to a significant river or water channel. This topographical and geographical condition makes the village vulnerable to flooding, especially during intense rainy seasons. The area often experiences high rainfall during the rainy season, leading to river overflow and subsequent flooding. Population growth and infrastructure development in Pesawahan Village can alter the water flow patterns and reduce the river's capacity, exacerbating the risk of flooding. A pump system is one effective solution to mitigate the risk of flooding in urban and rural areas. However, to design and operate an efficient pump system, a good understanding of the river's capacity and water flow characteristics in the area is essential.

Feasibility Study of Investment in Clean Water System of Tirta Tuah Benua Drinking Water Company, East Kutai, Sangatta City

2025-04-29T19:26:06+07:00

Clean water is water that is used for daily needs and becomes drinking water after being boiled first. The distribution system is a system that is directly related to consumers, which has the main function of distributing water that has met the requirements to all service areas. In addition to the problem of the clean water supply system, the problem of the capacity of the clean water treatment system (IPA) is also an obstacle with the continued growth of the population in the future. The need for clean water that meets health standards continues to increase every year, which is also experienced by Sangatta City which is in line with the increase in population and public awareness of health. Based on the background of this problem, the title of this study is Feasibility Analysis of Investment in the Clean Water System of Perumda Air Minum Tirta Tuah Benua Kutai Timur Sangatta City. The solution method in this calculation for the Feasibility Investment Analysis uses the Net Present Value (NPV) method, the Break Event Point (BEP) method. From the results of the analysis, it was obtained that the NPV value was Rp 29,586,543,082 (NPV> 0). So the investment in developing the production capacity and clean water network of Perumda Air Minum Tirta Tuah Benua, Kaliorang District, is feasible to continue. A positive NPV value or greater than (> 0) indicates that the income is greater than the invested value. The return value is obtained in the 9th year, marked by the accumulation of minus profits becoming positive after the 9th year. This explains that the investment in replacing the clean water distribution network of Perumda Air Minum Tirta Tuah Benua, Kaliorang District is feasible to run, because there is a return on investment as evidenced by the BEP value for 9 years.