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The Role of ADARA Relief International in the Resilience of Women and Children Victims in Palestine
No full textThe humanitarian crisis in Palestine, due to war crimes committed by the Israeli army, has triggered reactions from the international community through structured movements based on solidarity to voice global humanitarian aspirations. ADARA Relief International is one of the non-state actor movements that plays an active role in the resilience of victims in Gaza, especially women and children. This research employs a qualitative approach from a social constructivist perspective, utilizing a descriptive content analysis research method based on case studies. The results show that the global community mostly trusts the role of non-state actors over state actors in addressing humanitarian conflict issues, as they are perceived as more neutral and fairer. ADARA Relief International is a transnational movement that actively advocates and conducts humanitarian campaigns following the Israeli genocide against the Palestinian people to raise global humanitarian awareness. Furthermore, it actively contributes to the resilience of women and children affected by Israeli war crimes through various social and humanitarian activities, including the distribution of humanitarian aid, childcare programs, and the empowerment of female victims. ADARA Relief International demonstrates the role of non-state organizations in addressing the humanitarian crisis in Palestine, grounded in the values of global humanitarian solidarity
The Strategic Role of Local Communities in Enhancing Collective Economic Welfare: A Mixed-method Study of Sungsang IV Tourism Village
No full textThis study examines the strategic role of local communities in enhancing collective economic welfare, with a case study of Sungsang IV Tourism Village, Banyuasin II Regency, Indonesia. The village has strong potential in fishery-based tourism and mangrove ecosystems, yet it faces challenges such as limited facilities, weak resource management, and dependence on external interventions. Using a mixed-method approach with a sequential explanatory design, the research was conducted in two stages: a quantitative survey of 80 respondents to test the influence of institutional capacity, social capital, and resource management on collective welfare, followed by in-depth interviews and focus group discussions with key informants to enrich the quantitative findings. Regression analysis revealed that the three variables simultaneously influence collective welfare significantly (Sig. F = 0.000 < 0.05), with social capital emerging as the most dominant factor (β = 0.650; Sig. = 0.000). Qualitative findings further highlight that trust, cooperation, and active community participation serve as the foundation for community-based economic development, aligning with the principles of the asset-based community development (ABCD) approach. These results emphasize that strengthening social capital is more crucial than merely improving institutional or physical resources. The study concludes that sustainable tourism village development should prioritize community empowerment through social network strengthening, local leadership, and optimal utilization of local assets
Phenomenology of Art and Identity: Gen Z Ambonese Migrants in Papua
No full textThe negotiation of identity among diaspora youth has received increasing scholarly attention; however, the intersection between artistic practices and identity construction within this group remains underexplored. This study addresses this gap by examining the ways in which Generation Z Ambonese migrants in Papua utilize artistic expression as a means of negotiating cultural identity. A phenomenological research design was employed to investigate the lived experiences of four young Ambonese artists engaged in music, dance, visual arts, and digital creativity. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and documentation of artworks, and subsequently analyzed using interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA). The analysis indicates that artistic practices function as mediating mechanisms that connect Ambonese cultural heritage with the socio-cultural environment of Papua. Music emerged as a universal medium facilitating interethnic dialogue, while digital art was identified as a prominent channel for creativity and cultural dissemination among Generation Z. Furthermore, artistic expression operated as a counter-narrative that contested and redefined negative stereotypes of migrant communities. The study contributes to migration and cultural communication scholarship by demonstrating the theoretical significance of art as a site for cultural negotiation, hybrid identity formation, and social inclusion. In practical terms, the findings suggest that the promotion of youth artistic initiatives may strengthen intercultural dialogue and enhance community cohesion in plural societies
Development of the Digital Comic Kenali Tubanku Based on Local Potential to Improve Interest in Learning Social Studies in Grade VII Students at SMPN 4 Tuban
No full textThis study aims to develop and test the feasibility of digital comic media Kenali Tubanku based on local potential to increase interest in learning social studies in seventh grade students. The background of this research is based on the low interest of students in learning social studies, so that learning media innovations are needed that are more interesting and easier to understand. This research uses the research and development method with the analysis, design, develop, implement, and evaluate (ADDIE) model, where the media is designed with an interesting visual narrative and equipped with video and audio features. The results of validation by material experts, media experts, and teachers ranged from “feasible” to “very feasible”. The field trial involved 30 students of class VII-D of SMPN 4 Tuban, who responded positively to the media. Effectiveness analysis using a paired t-test showed a significant increase in student interest with a p-value of 0.000. These findings indicate that the digital comic “Kenali Tubanku” is feasible and effective as an interesting contextual learning media and able to increase students’ interest in social studies
Between the Sea and the City: Social Transition Dynamics of Generation Z in Tambakrejo Village, Malang Regency
No full textTambakrejo village on the south coast of Malang Regency holds a social irony that reflects the transition dynamics of the younger generation in the context of village development. On the one hand, the fishing profession is still economically promising, but on the other hand, this profession has experienced symbolic degradation in the eyes of some parents and Generation Z. This research explores how young people shape their identities, aspirations, and spatial mobility decisions in the shadow of this duality. Using a qualitative approach through observation and in-depth interviews, the study found that Generation Z falls into three broad categories: those who continue their education and are oriented out of the village, those who remain due to economic limitations, and those who are in identity ambiguity.
The results show that social transition in coastal villages is not only economic, but also symbolic and spatial. This study recommends the need for policies that integrate contextual vocational education and local economic opportunities based on coastal wisdom to bridge the generational identity gap
Generation Z in the Global Information Age: Strengthening Civic Competence and National Identity Through In-depth Learning in Civic Education
No full textIn the digital era, Generation Z faces a dual challenge: navigating the global flow of information while simultaneously maintaining a strong sense of national identity. This study aims to develop a deep learning based model of civic education that integrates local wisdom, national defense readiness, and tolerance to strengthen university students’ civic competence as young citizens. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed, with data collected through interviews, observations, and focus group discussions (FGDs). The research process involved exploring local cultural values and adapting them into the design of a transformative learning model. Thematic analysis was applied to identify patterns, perspectives, and emerging themes. The findings indicate a meaningful improvement in students’ conceptual understanding, democratic attitudes, social empathy, and collaborative skills. Moreover, the model effectively bridges formal learning with real-life contexts, enabling students to critically engage with global information streams while reinforcing their national identity. The implications highlight the model’s potential as a transformative framework for integrating character education and socio-emotional learning into Civic Education. Beyond the Indonesian context, this study contributes to the global discourse on innovative strategies for equipping Generation Z with the competencies necessary to balance global awareness and national loyalty in the twenty-first century
International Cooperation of City Governments in Indonesia to Address Environmental Issues
No full textThis research aims to analyze the extent to which international cooperation by local governments can strategically contribute to addressing environmental issues.
International cooperation by local governments has become a popular policy innovation in Indonesia, utilized to serve their interests. While such cooperation was generally aimed at fulfilling local economic needs, a shift has been observed. International cooperation has become more diverse, with an emerging focus on addressing environmental issues.
This research employed a qualitative, descriptive-analytical approach. Data collection techniques included interviews and literature reviews. Data analysis was conducted through data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions.
The research found that cities such as Bandung and Surabaya have successfully utilized international cooperation with Japanese cities, namely Kawasaki and Kitakyushu, to address environmental issues. The Bandung-Kawasaki partnership facilitated improvements in environmental quality through waste, air, and water management. Meanwhile, Surabaya’s collaboration with Kitakyushu focused on waste management using the Takakura Method and Green City programs.
The research concludes that international cooperation offers significant opportunities for local governments to address complex urban issues, emphasizing that such partnerships can deliver tangible benefits for environmental sustainability
Clinical Insight into Spinal Drop Metastasis: A Systematic Review
No full textIntroductionPrimary intracranial tumors (PITs) rarely metastasize to the spine, and as such, the condition is poorly understood. This study aimed to provide an overview of the clinical manifestations, therapeutic trends, and prognosis of spinal drop metastases (SDM) resulting from PIT.
ObjectiveTo enhance comprehension of SDM pathology, direct patient care, and encourage research participation.
MethodsPubMed, Medline, Scopus, Embase, CINAHL, and Cochrane databases were searched for abstracts of individuals with PIT and SDM, according to the PRISMA guidelines. Kaplan– Meier and log-rank analyses of survival curves were performed for specific subgroups.
ResultsOf 803 abstracts, 56 articles were selected, yielding 63 subjects. The mean age was 42.95 years, and 60.31% of the participants were male. The most prevalent symptoms were cervicalgia/lumbago (74.13%) and radiculopathy (63.79%). The estimated median survival following diagnosis of PIT was 10 months, and the mean survival was 32.68 months. The predicted median survival after SDM was 3 months, and the mean survival was 3.8 months.
ConclusionThis study defines PIT-induced spinal metastases and calls for further research in this area. These data also provide patients and physicians with literature-based survival predictions
Carbon-Based Nanomaterials in Oral and Dental Health
No full textCarbon nanomaterials (CNMs) have emerged as innovative tools in oncology, offering transformative potential for cancer diagnosis, treatment, and therapeutic monitoring. This review explores recent advancements in the application of CNMs, including carbon nanotubes, graphene oxide, nanodiamonds, and fullerenes, in targeted drug delivery, photothermal therapy (PTT), and multimodal imaging. Their high surface area, tunable functionalization, and biocompatibility enhance drug solubility and reduce systemic toxicity compared to conventional therapies. For example, CNMbased platforms have been shown to efficiently deliver chemotherapeutic agents, siRNA, and immune modulators to tumor sites, while synergizing with PTT to ablate resistant cancer cells. Additionally, CNMs’ optical and magnetic properties enable real-time imaging and theranostic integration, improving treatment precision. Despite promising preclinical outcomes, challenges such as long-term biocompatibility, scalable synthesis, and regulatory hurdles remain barriers to clinical translation. This article critically evaluates recent in vitro and in vivo research, highlighting mechanisms of action, efficacy, and safety profiles of CNMs. By addressing current limitations and emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration, CNM-based therapies may redefine precision oncology, offering safer and more effective alternatives to traditional cancer interventions
The Influence of Store Atmosphere on Customer Satisfaction and its Impact on Customer Loyalty in Top Krui Minimarket
No full textThe research aims to analyze and to determine the influence of store atmosphere on customer satisfaction and its impact on customer loyalty in Top Krui minimarket. The type of this research is a quantitative research and uses the path analysis method. Data were collected through online questionnaires via Google Forms to 104 respondents with 17 items of statement. The results showed that store atmosphere had a significant effect on customer’s loyalty through customer satisfaction.
Keywords: customer loyalty, customer satisfaction, store atmospher