This article discusses women's advocacy in Yemen through social media following the outbreak of civil war in 2015 between the Houthis and the government of Abdu Rabbu Mansour Hadi. The novelty of this study is its integration of women's engagement in physical public spaces into digital ones and its emphasis on social media's role as an alternative public space for advocacy amidst the ongoing conflict, which limits conventional civic participation. The presence of Saudi Arabia as one of the major powers in the Middle East in the Yemen conflict has actually worsened the political instability in the country due to the intervention carried out by Saudi Arabia to prevent the Houthis from taking power in Yemen. To analyse, this study applies liberal feminist theory using a qualitative research design and analyses data narratively, drawing on primary and secondary sources. Through a case study of women in Yemen, the findings demonstrate how Yemeni women engage in digital advocacy by sharing personal experiences of gender-based violence, promoting legal awareness regarding women’s protection rights through written content, and fostering solidarity among women. Overall, the study shows that social media plays a crucial role in enabling women’s advocacy at a time when the state has been unable to ensure women’s safety and protection.
This study aims to explore the relationship and balance between aesthetic values and functional aspects in the context of graphic design on the Instagram platform, especially in the arrangement of user feeds. Through a qualitative approach by applying Miles and Huberman's analysis model, this study investigates how graphic designers integrate aesthetically appealing visual elements while maintaining functionality that optimises user experience and communication effectiveness. The data collection process was carried out through in-depth observation of Instagram feeds from various professional designers, accompanied by analysis of related documents and literature. The research findings show significant developments in the approach to Instagram feed design, where there is a dynamic balance between global trends and local adaptations. This study identifies innovative strategies used by designers to overcome the technical limitations of the Instagram platform, as well as optimise the visual potential to increase user engagement. The main contribution of this study lies in the development of a strategic framework for graphic design practitioners in maximising the aesthetic value and functionality in Instagram feeds. By understanding the dynamics of the interaction between these two aspects, designers can create visual content that is not only visually appealing but also effective in achieving communication goals in this competitive digital era.
This study examines the interaction between halal and conventional tourism in Lombok, which has emerged as a leading halal tourism destination in Indonesia. Using a mixed methods approach and sequential explanatory design, the study maps levels of compliance with and perceptions of Muslim-friendly tourism and analyses the dynamics of the interaction between the two paradigms. Findings indicate that although the majority of the tourism industry in Lombok has adopted halal tourism principles, their implementation remains variable, particularly in the micro and small business sector. Furthermore, tensions exist between global market needs and Sharia principles that may impact Lombok's image as a Muslim-friendly destination. This study proposes an integration model that emphasises flexibility in service delivery and market segmentation to achieve a balance between halal and conventional tourism, which is expected to strengthen Lombok's competitiveness as an inclusive global destination. These findings provide an important contribution to the development of more adaptive and relevant halal tourism in Indonesia and Southeast Asia.
This study examines the forms and sociocultural functions of implicature in popular Balinese love song lyrics performed by Dek Ulik, focusing on four songs: Tiang Demen, Beli Sayang, Boya Je Alpaka, and Ratih Kamajaya. Employing a descriptive qualitative design with a sociopragmatic orientation, the study applies content analysis to song lyrics as cultural discourse. Data consist of words, phrases, clauses, and lyric lines containing implicature, analysed through pragmatic matching techniques grounded in implicature theory proposed by Grice (1975), politeness principles by Geoffrey Leech (2016), and the sociopragmatic framework of Jacob L. Mey (2021). The findings reveal that both conventional and conversational implicatures are employed to convey romantic meanings indirectly; however, conversational implicatures predominate (82%), while conventional implicatures account for 18%. Indirectness is realised through mitigation strategies, conditional expressions, rhetorical questioning, metaphorical references, and culturally shared symbolism. These pragmatic mechanisms encode socio-cultural values such as politeness, loyalty, filial respect, emotional restraint, and spiritual commitment. Such patterns reflect characteristics of high-context communication, where meanings are often implied to maintain interpersonal harmony. The study demonstrates that Balinese popular love songs function not merely as entertainment but as cultural texts that negotiate romantic relationships within local moral, familial, and spiritual frameworks. The novelty of this research lies in highlighting implicature as a sociocultural mechanism through which romantic discourse in Balinese popular music articulates culturally grounded relational values.
Dengka dialect is spoken in Rote Northwest District, Rote Ndao Regency, East Nusa Tenggara Province. Dengka is one of eighteen Rote dialects. This study focuses on the Dengka dialect spoken by the Oetutulu villagers. The goal of the research is to document the Dengka dialect while also learning about the speaker's culture. The study questions concern the use of the lexicon 'mama' based on morphology and cultural linguistics. In the Rote Dengka Society, the verb 'mama' is exclusively used to describe the subject's behaviour, which is to chew sirih-pinang, a herbal chew made from areca nut, betel, lime, and tobacco. The use of morphology and cultural-linguistics theoretical approaches is designed to get the best possible results in analysis. The research method includes careful observation and interaction with each technique. The descriptive qualitative technique is used to describe all data. Data collected from an informant in Oetutulu Village with certain requirements. The findings of this study reveal that the lexicon 'mama' can be used in morphology in several ways, including: a) as a free morpheme, b) by affixation, and c) through full and partial reduplication. Meanwhile, in cultural linguistics, the researcher discovered nine domains which apply the lexicon 'mama': a) marriage domain, b) death domain, c) family domain, d) mutual assistance domain, e) government domain, f) togetherness domain, g) reconciliation domain, h) social domain, and i) figurative language domain. The result of this research is that to make a culture documnentation that related to ‘mama culture’ (budaya makan sirih) as an inheritance cultural for the youth generation at Dengka society and for the readers, also for the next researchers to make a research that has the same topics in another culture.
Incorporating multicultural values into the process of teaching and learning in school is important for enhancing inclusivity. There has been an abundance of studies conducted on this topic; however, most of them were conducted on special related subject matters, and there are limited resources for exploring strategies of how multicultural values can be implemented in all dimensions of school life. This study aims to explore strategies for incorporating multicultural values in an inclusive school. The study was conducted in the form of a case study in a private full-inclusion primary school in North Bali, considered a favourite and successful school in implementing multicultural values by the society around the school. The teachers have received specialized trainings to support and teach autistic students in an inclusive class. The school has 12 students with mild autism spectrum disorder (ASD) integrated with neurotypical students in every grade from grades 1 to 6. The data were gathered over a period of six months through observations, in-depth interviews, and document analysis and were subsequently analysed qualitatively. This study found three main results. First, the school uses eight integrated strategies, five through activities that are part of the curriculum and three through activities that are not part of the curriculum. Second, these strategies have effects on many levels, such as more empathy, cooperation, less prejudice, more cultural pride, better critical thinking, and stronger social ties. Third, teachers' answers to the questionnaire show that they have consistently strong positive views about the program's cognitive, interpersonal, civic, and global outcomes. The study implied that the strategies positively influence students' attitudes and holistic development.
This study examines the synergy between interior design and the appreciation of texture art through the framework of Csikszentmihalyi’s Creative Systems Theory, focusing on the interaction among individual, domain, and social dimensions in shaping the creative practices of collector-designers. A qualitative phenomenological approach was employed, with data obtained through semi-structured in-depth interviews with professional interior designers who are also active collectors of texture art. The analysis was conducted using a systematic thematic approach based on the three dimensions of the theory. The results indicate that the individual dimension is reflected in the integration of design principles and aesthetic sensitivity, flow experiences when interacting with artworks, and reflections on textural expressiveness beyond technical aspects. Domain interaction generates a new aesthetic framework, in which classical design principles enrich material interpretation and exposure to experimental art encourages a paradigm shift toward adaptive approaches. Meanwhile, the field dimension operates through networks with galleries, curators, and artists that facilitate creative dialogue and curatorial intuition. This study contributes to the understanding of cross-disciplinary creativity, showing that innovation emerges through dynamic interactions between individual combinatorial abilities, knowledge exchange across domains, and the support of a creative ecosystem that fosters collaboration and reflection in contemporary design and art practices.
This study aims to analyse the influence of multicultural and ethical values integration on the effectiveness of digital-based Islamic Religious Education (PAI) learning at UIN Jambi. The primary objective is to determine how these values contribute to shaping tolerant and responsible student behaviour within a digital landscape often marked by polarisation. A quantitative research design was employed, utilising regression analysis to test the correlation between value-based pedagogy and learning outcomes. The population consisted of 310 sixth-semester students, with a representative sample selected via Slovin’s formula. The findings indicate that multicultural values significantly foster tolerance and appreciation for intellectual diversity, particularly in the study of Islamic jurisprudence, while ethical values promote academic honesty and responsible technology use. The study’s novelty is established through its empirical evidence that the integration of these specific values accounts for a substantial 61.8% of the variance in digital learning effectiveness. This study provides empirical evidence from Islamic higher education on how multicultural and ethical value integration predicts digital learning effectiveness. Despite these effective outcomes, the results suggest that further improvements are required in student interaction and assessment strategies. The findings suggest that value-embedded digital pedagogy is essential for developing technologically competent and ethically grounded graduates.
Language functions not only as a medium of communication but also as a site where ideology and power relations are produced and contested. This study examines how patriarchal ideology is both constructed and resisted in Chapter V of Putu Pratiwi’s Melawan Bahasa Patriarki, entitled “Liberation of Women from Patriarchal Language Today.” Drawing on Norman Fairclough’s three-dimensional model of Critical Discourse Analysis, the research analyses the text at the levels of textual features, discursive practice, and socio-cultural practice. Using a qualitative approach, selected excerpts are examined with attention to lexical choices, transitivity, sentence mood (affirmative and imperative constructions), modality, and intertextuality. The findings indicate that patriarchal ideology is embedded in gender-marked vocabulary and epistemic modalities that normalise male-centred perspectives. At the same time, the text constructs resistance through imperative appeals, the redefinition of feminine identity, and the introduction of alternative terminology. Discursively, readers—particularly women—are positioned as active agents of resistance. Socio-culturally, the analysis shows how linguistic practices both reflect and challenge broader patriarchal structures. This study contributes to Critical Discourse Analysis and feminist linguistics by demonstrating how linguistic microstructures interact with social contexts to sustain and resist patriarchal power in contemporary Indonesian discourse.
This study investigates the effectiveness and challenges of integrating blended learning and competency-based approaches in English language teaching (ELT) in remote areas of Maluku. Limited access to educational resources, including instructional materials and teacher training, remains a major constraint affecting learning quality. A competency-based approach emphasises measurable English skills and learning outcomes, while blended learning combines face-to-face instruction with digital technologies to enhance flexibility and access. Using a qualitative case study design, data were collected through classroom observations, interviews with teachers and students, and analysis of curriculum documents in several remote schools. The findings indicate that competency-based blended learning has the potential to reduce geographical barriers and promote more active student engagement. However, its implementation is hindered by inadequate technological infrastructure, limited teacher digital competence, and challenges in aligning the curriculum with local contexts and national standards. This study highlights the need for sustained policy support, continuous teacher professional development, and stakeholder collaboration to improve the quality of ELT in marginalised regions.
Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan e-modul multirepresentasional yang diinfus dengan etnomatematika untuk meningkatkan pemahaman konsep matematika siswa pada geometri spasial untuk siswa kelas VII. E-modul yang dikembangkan dalam berbagai bentuk representasi visual dan tekstual dengan mengintegrasikan etnomatematika berupa bangunan suci menjadikan proses pembelajaran lebih menarik dan komprehensif. Penelitian ini menggunakan desain Research and Development (R&D) dengan model ADDIE. E-modul ini dirancang dengan menggunakan platform Canva sebagai perangkat utama, dengan tambahan kegiatan e-LKPD yang dibuat menggunakan H5P, pemahaman visualisasi spasial menggunakan GeoGebra, tes pemahaman melalui Google Form, dan penyusunan konten dengan bantuan aplikasi Book Creator. Teknik pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini meliputi wawancara, angket, dokumentasi, dan tes pemahaman konsep. Hasil penilaian ahli media mencapai skor 4,81, dan penilaian ahli konten mencapai skor 4,90, keduanya dengan kriteria validitas sangat tinggi. Uji coba e-modul multirepresentasional yang dikembangkan melibatkan 25 siswa kelas VII. Skor praktikalitas menggunakan metode UEQ memperoleh hasil pada aspek daya tarik, akurasi, dan stimulasi secara berurutan masuk dalam kategori sangat baik dengan skor rata-rata 1,87, 1,83, dan 1,85. Kemudian pada aspek efisiensi dan kebaruan masuk dalam kategori baik dengan skor rata-rata masing-masing 1,83 dan 1,42. Sementara itu, dari segi kejelasan masuk dalam kategori di atas rata-rata dengan skor rata-rata 1,71. Kemudian, efektivitas yang diamati selama uji coba adalah adanya peningkatan yang signifikan pada hasil tes pemahaman konsep, memenuhi kriteria tinggi dengan skor N-Gain sebesar 0,74.
This study investigates multilingual practices in Penglipuran Village, Bali, focusing on how Balinese, Indonesian, and English are used in daily tourism-related interactions. Over three months, participatory observation captured natural communication between villagers and tourists. Findings reveal that Balinese is primarily used for internal communication, Indonesian for domestic tourists, and English for foreign visitors, with flexible code-switching depending on context. These results highlight the community’s linguistic adaptability and cultural awareness, emphasising the role of local tour guides as cultural mediators. The study contributes to sociolinguistics in tourism by illustrating how multilingualism supports cultural preservation and enhances sustainable tourism experiences.
Public complaints play a critical role in providing feedback on service delivery, enabling institutions to enhance performance, promote accountability, and uphold social justice. This study examines the influence of perceived justice in complaint handling on public satisfaction within the Secretariat General of the House of Representatives of the Republic of Indonesia (DPR RI). Adopting a quantitative approach, data were collected from 258 respondents—comprising civil servants, private-sector employees, professionals, NGO workers, and the general public—using a Likert-scale questionnaire distributed via Google Forms. This research focuses on three dimensions of justice: distributive, procedural, and interactional. The findings indicate that interactional justice—encompassing respectful treatment, clear communication, and ethical behavior—has the strongest impact on public satisfaction. These results underscore the importance of interpersonal engagement during the complaint resolution process as a key factor in shaping public trust and improving institutional image. The novelty of this study lies in its comprehensive analysis of justice perceptions in the context of a legislative institution’s complaint management system—an area that has been relatively underexplored in prior research. Unlike existing studies that primarily focus on executive or frontline service agencies, this study provides new insights into how justice-based approaches in legislative complaint handling can enhance public service responsiveness, transparency, and credibility.
This study evaluates the role of the Women's Empowerment, Child Protection, and Family Planning Service in implementing the Child-Friendly Areas concept in West Aceh Regency, as mandated by the West Aceh Regent Regulation Number 40 of 2018. Using a descriptive qualitative method, data were collected through observations, interviews, and documentation with six informants. Findings indicate that while the policy aspect has been implemented optimally, the strategy and communication roles have not been effective. Key obstacles include insufficient human resources, facilities, budget, and inter-organizational communication. Additionally, public awareness of the Child-Friendly District status remains low. Despite ongoing efforts, significant improvements are needed to achieve optimal implementation.
In the three border provinces of Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat in southern Thailand, where most of the population is Malay Muslim with strong religious and cultural beliefs, this study examines the dynamics of acceptance and rejection of international conventions regarding the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals. Despite Thailand's notable advancements in LGBTQ+ rights, including the enactment of the Equal Marriage Act in 2024, research indicates that the three border provinces of Southern Thailand face substantial obstacles in implementing this law because of stringent religious and cultural standards. To obtain some acceptance, LGBTQ+ groups in the area are employing adaptation techniques like social media use, creating support systems, and highlighting Islamic principles like "Rahmah" (compassion). However, many LGBTQ+ members decide not to publicly reveal their identities due to severe opposition from religious and community leaders. The intricacy of the interplay between local and global norms is examined in this study, along with the function of players like community organizations and social media influencers in mediating the dispute. The results offer valuable insights into the difficulties LGBTQ+ individuals have in conservative-value-dominated communities, as well as suggestions for future inclusive legislation.
The Phantom of the Opera is a novel by Gaston Leroux that has been adapted into plays and films. The adaptation of the novel in the play is still being staged in several theatres overseas this year. The best play adaptation is Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera (1986) because it became the longest-running theatrical event in Broadway history. The neat appearance of the play cannot be separated from the reference play script, which explains all the intrinsic elements. The mask that characterises the Phantom’s appearance holds a paradoxical meaning for the beauty he desires to get compassion. Therefore, the following study aims to explore the paradox of the mask as a metaphorical symbol worn by the Phantom from a close reading approach. The analysis is based on the play The Phantom of the Opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber. The metaphorical symbol of the mask is discovered by analysing the narrated details and related dialogue conversations. Then, its intensity directly connects with the paradoxical meaning that using a mask to cover up deformity hides true beauty. Thus, it can be concluded that covering something does not always make it good, and the thing covered is a good object without realising it. This study is expected to increase awareness and open new perspectives that previously defined the Phantom’s appearance as hideous, but it turns out that it contains beauty.
This study explores the digital competencies of Christian Education teachers in Tiakur City, located in the Southwest Maluku Regency, with a focus on their ability to implement blended learning. The aim of the research was to assess their current digital skills, identify the challenges they face, and determine effective strategies for integrating technology into teaching. A total of 20 teachers from both junior and senior high school levels participated in the study. Using a mixed-methods approach, the research combined surveys, interviews, and classroom observations. The quantitative data from the surveys were analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics to evaluate and compare the levels of digital competence. In contrast, the qualitative data collected through interviews and observations were analyzed thematically to identify common patterns and insights. The findings revealed a wide range of digital competencies among the teachers, with some demonstrating strong skills, while others needed additional support. Key challenges identified in the study included limited access to technology, lack of sufficient training, and insufficient technical support. The research highlighted the critical need for targeted professional development, improved technological infrastructure, and enhanced collaboration to support the successful implementation of blended learning. Ultimately, the study emphasizes that improving digital competence and addressing technological barriers are vital to enhancing the quality of Christian Education in remote regions like Southwest Maluku.
This study aims to analyse the level of student concern toward children with disabilities at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Mulawarman University. While previous research has discussed empathy or inclusive education separately, few have quantitatively examined the relationship between affective and cognitive empathy and prosocial behaviour among university students at Mulawarman University in East Kalimantan. A quantitative approach using a survey method was employed to measure the dimensions of affective empathy, cognitive empathy, and prosocial behaviour based on the theory of Eisenberg and Miller (1987). A total of 97 students were selected as research samples using the simple random sampling technique. Data were collected through questionnaires and analysed using validity and reliability tests, as well as multiple linear regression analysis. The results indicate that affective and cognitive empathy have a significant influence on students' prosocial behaviour in supporting children with disabilities. The implications of this study highlight the importance of education and socialisation regarding inclusivity to enhance students' social awareness.
This research is aimed to explore translanguaging practices in tertiary level, specifically in English for Critical Thinking Class at STAHN Mpu Kuturan Singaraja. The goals of this study is to find out the translanguaging types, functions, and language use by the lecturer. The translanguaging practiced by the lecturer were observed through 11 meetings. Observations were conducted to find out how the lecturer practiced translanguaging in the class. With the use of field notes and observation sheets, the data were collected and then presented in the form of table and diagram. The observations were focused on discovering translanguaging frequency, types, functions and languages use. A deductive thematic analysis was employed to analyze the research objectives. This research shows that translanguaging was practiced frequently by the lecturer in terms of pre-activity, main activity, and post-activity. There are 8 (eight) types of translanguaging found along the study that specifically used for specific teaching functions. Moreover, this finding also covers that the lecturer used 3 (three) languages in translanguaging, including English, Indonesian, and Balinese. This study implies that translanguaging as a pedagogical approach plays important roles in multilingal classrooms.
The purpose of the study was to study the Impact of Physical Activity Level on the Psychological Health of the students of Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU). which 164 students from SPPU were selected using a Purposive sampling technique. The Descriptive Comparative method was administered to determine if there is a significant difference in Psychological Health among students of SPPU with respect to their Physical Activity Level. The Mean and S.D. of Psychological Health of Highly Active Male was 35.48(±13.896) and for Highly Active Female was 31.2 (±13.79), the Mean and S.D. of Psychological Health of Active Male was 39.75 (±18.714) and for Active Female was 31(±29.051) respectively, the Mean and S.D. of Psychological Health of Moderately Active Male was 43.77(±18.77) and for Moderately Active Female was 46.71 (±20.65) respectively, the Mean and S.D. of Psychological Health of Low Active Male was 37.77(±23.67) and for Low Active Female was 49(±17.62) respectively. The Mean and S.D. of Psychological Health of Sedentary Male were 35.44(±15.75) and for Sedentary Female were 50.81(±17.88), respectively. Statistical tools such as Descriptive statistics, one-way ANOVA and Post hoc test were used to analyse the data. The results of ANOVA showed that the F-value for females was 4.015 (p=0.005), indicating a significant difference in psychological health among females based on their physical activity level. Further, the F value in males was 0.529 (p=0.715), which shows that there was no significant difference in the psychological health of males based on physical activity level. Therefore, it can be concluded that there is a significant difference in psychological health among females, depending on their Physical activity level.
