INJECT (Interdisciplinary Journal of Communication)

Public Response to #JalanBerkeselamatan Campaign on TikTok: A Social Judgment Theory Analysis

Wulandari Wurjanti — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study evaluates audience responses to the #JalanBerkeselamatan digital campaign initiated by the Directorate General of Highways, Ministry of Public Works of Indonesia, through the lens of Social Judgment Theory (SJT). The campaign seeks to promote road safety awareness and shared responsibility for maintaining infrastructure, amidst ongoing challenges such as vandalism, overloaded trucks, and limited public understanding. Using qualitative content analysis of campaign videos and digital sentiment analysis of social media comments via Orange and Voyant Tools, the study investigates whether the campaign’s messages align with audience attitudes. Findings show that most responses fall within the Latitude of Non-Commitment, marked by curiosity about infrastructure and safety procedures. This highlights the need for clearer, emotionally resonant, and educational messaging. By focusing on persuasive effectiveness and public receptivity, the study contributes to expanding the discourse on digital campaigns in developing contexts and underscores the value of adaptive, emotionally framed communication strategies to foster meaningful engagement.

Independence and Responsibility of Mass Media in Indonesia: The Sweetness and Bitterness of Freedom

Erman Anom, Yumelda Sari, Nurmala Nurmala — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

It is recognized that the press in Indonesia has not entirely implemented a professional and responsible press quality in reporting. This should be watched out for, considering that not all Indonesians have adequate education and intelligence levels. In this study, using the document analysis method and in-depth interviews, it was found that the press was allowed to run without control and responsibility, so this could potentially become a medium of agitation that could affect the psychology of the uneducated community, which, in fact, is greater in number than the educated community. Therefore, this study suggests that press freedom needs to be limited, at least through legal means and legislation. So that the news carried out by the press can become responsible and accountable press reporting. The first use of press freedom was in England 316 years ago. This use is a development of the concept of freedom of speech, which has its roots in Greece since the glorious days of the Romans and Greeks. Indonesia today is said to be practicing responsible press freedom. In terms of philosophy, the Indonesian press is not a responsible press freedom because the press is very free beyond freedom itself. To achieve responsible freedom of the press, several elements or other powers in society need to be given wider independence. The trick is to strengthen the four elements of the branch of power, namely the legislature (the people), the executive, the judiciary, and the press. On the other hand, the executive power, the legislative power that is the most powerful in the country today, needs to be balanced according to its function and should be limited or reduced, in line with the limited government principle, so that the system of mutual control, balance and does not bring down each other contained in the Constitution. And Pancasila becomes more meaningful. Empowering the elements of power based on the Pancasila ideology above will make Indonesia more open, the press more independent, and the freedom to have a wider voice. Its implementation involves and refers to the need for a press law by responding to the needs of the government, society, and the press itself; realize a social contract regarding the freedom of the press which is responsible between the government, the press, and the public; create a code of ethics for the press. Ideally, the idea of responsible press freedom should be implemented in Indonesia today. This idea will not weaken the government; on the contrary, it will strengthen democracy in this country.

BiLSTM-Based Sentiment Analysis Of Traveloka Hotel Reviews In Yogyakarta For Data-Driven Communication Strategies

Hifzhan Frima Thousani, Muhammad Taali — Sat, 21 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Online customer reviews have become a crucial medium of communication between guests and service providers in the hospitality industry. This study aims to perform sentiment analysis on hotel reviews from Traveloka to support data-driven customer communication strategies. Using a Bidirectional Long Short-Term Memory (BiLSTM) deep learning model, 10,681 user-generated reviews related to hotels in Yogyakarta were collected, preprocessed, and classified into binary sentiment categories. To address class imbalance, Synthetic Minority Oversampling Technique (SMOTE) and class weighting were applied. The model achieved 90.17% accuracy, 93.61% precision, 95.31% recall, and 94.45% F1-score, indicating strong generalization and sentiment recognition performance. The results highlight the model's ability to extract meaningful sentiment patterns, which can enhance hotel management’s responsiveness, improve communication strategies, and support continuous service improvement based on customer feedback.

Breaking Workplace Silence: How Organizational Communication Reduces The Bystander Effect And Sparks Proactivity

Ni Wayan Lasmi, Komang Widhya Sedana Putra P, Wayan Sri Maitri — Sat, 21 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

In today’s complex and fast-changing work environments, organizations increasingly rely on employees who can take initiative without waiting for instruction. However, this urgency is often undermined by a persistent behavioral pattern: the bystander effect, where individuals hesitate to act due to perceived shared responsibility. While previous research has explored organizational silence and proactivity separately, few studies have examined how internal communication affects proactive behavior through the lens of the bystander effect. This study uses Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) to analyze data from 200 employees across the public and private sectors in Bali. The results reveal that organizational communication significantly reduces the bystander effect and enhances proactive behavior, both directly and indirectly. The bystander effect is shown to be a meaningful psychological mechanism that mediates these dynamics. Future research should explore how remote work, digital communication, or leadership style influence this relationship over time.

Intercultural Communication And Co-Creation In Tourist Satisfaction: Asian–European Perspectives In Mandalika, Lombok

Muhammad Mujahid Dakwah, Mohammad Najib Roodhi, Baehaqi Baehaqi — Sat, 21 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study investigates how intercultural communication competence (ICC), communication skills (CS), quality of interaction (QI), and experience co-creation (ECC) influence tourist satisfaction (TS) in Mandalika, Indonesia. The research aims to examine both direct and indirect effects, including the mediating roles of CS and QI, and the moderating role of ECC. The study also compares responses between Asian and European tourists to uncover cultural differences. Using an explanatory research design, data were collected through structured questionnaires from 581 tourists and analysed using PLS-SEM and Multi-Group Analysis with SmartPLS 4.0.3. The results show that ICC significantly affects TS through CS and QI in the full sample but not within cultural subgroups. ECC significantly strengthens the effect of QI on TS across all groups. This study contributes theoretically to intercultural communication and offers practical guidance for destination managers to adopt culturally adaptive and co-creative service strategies.

Evaluating The Readability of Jawi To Latin Transliteration Via AI-Based Text Photography Applications

Najihatul Faridy, Allif Syahputra Bania, Bachtiar Akob — Sat, 21 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Jawi script has lost its edge as a unifying language in the archipelago and is included as a means of communication that is starting to fade. So it is necessary to make efforts to embed digitalisation of Jawi script in order to maintain Indonesian culture in learning materials that can be accessed by the wider community using the help of the internet. In this era of artificial intelligence, there are translation machines that utilise text photography that can translate between languages, so this research focuses on efforts to preserve the Jawi script through aspects of readability for the younger generation. The research was qualitative by implementing trial and error test methods and distributing questionnaires, with the results that the use of effective applications is still limited to translation between languages with the same script, but the application requires updates and upgrades to be able to translate between scripts.

Islamic Radio In The Digital Age: Challenges And Opportunities For Survival

Ahmad Salman Farid, Musawer Hakimi — Sat, 21 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Islamic radio has historically served as a powerful medium for religious instruction, moral guidance, and community cohesion, particularly in regions with limited literacy or internet access. However, the rise of digital media has significantly altered consumption habits, especially among youth. This study employs a qualitative case study method, drawing on interviews, observations, surveys, and content analysis across several Islamic radio stations. Results indicate a steep decline in FM-based listenership, contrasted by rising engagement with Islamic digital media platforms. Stations that embraced digital innovation, mobile apps, live-streaming, AI-driven personalization, and collaborations with digital influencers demonstrated greater audience retention and reach. The paper argues that digital migration is essential, not optional, for the survival of Islamic radio. However, this transformation must be strategically managed to ensure theological authenticity, audience trust, and equitable digital access. The study provides actionable strategies for sustainable transition, while acknowledging limitations in sample diversity and calling for future research on comparative and longitudinal impacts.

Enhancing Bumdes Performance Through Entrepreneurial Communication: An Action Research Approach

Muhammad Setiawan Kusmulyono , Taufik Raharjo — Sun, 22 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The significance of villages position in national growth provides them with a fascinating subject of discussion. Badan Usaha Milik Desa (Bumdes) are operationalized under the Rural Act, increasing village autonomy. Unfortunately, a lot of Bumdes remain stranded because of management issue to business quality to financial resources. In order to assist Bumdes develop more effectively, this study uses an action-research approach to investigate Bumdes with active engagement as a research subject. By applying the seven steps of the soft-system technique to Bumdes experiencing issues with business performance, researchers took an active part in the study. As it was put into practice, it became clear that the realization of close communication between the Bumdes director and village head was just as important to the transformation’s success as entrepreneurial endeavors. Positive interactions between the two parties are essential for Bumdes’ development into an organization that makes greater contributions to the village.

The Sequential Levels of the Digital Divide in the Educational Domain Among Indonesian University Students

Umar Halim, Nurul Hidayat — Sun, 22 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This research examines the sequential relationships between digital access, digital literacy, digital usage, and educational outcomes in the context of the digital divide in higher education in Indonesia. The study utilizes data from 457 undergraduate students across six urban and rural universities, employing a quantitative survey methodology and applying Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) to analyze the causal pathways. Findings indicate that access, as assessed by device type and duration, significantly improves digital literacy, which subsequently influences educational technology usage patterns and learning outcomes. Communication and content creation skills significantly impact academic performance and satisfaction. The results substantiate a multilevel framework of digital inequality and emphasize the significance of equitable digital engagement beyond simple access. This study provides insights for digital literacy initiatives and educational technology interventions designed to mitigate outcome-based disparities across various geographic and institutional contexts.

Representation Of Moral Messages In The Short Film 'Self' (2024) By Raihan Ananda Pratama: A Peircean Semiotics Analysis

Eko Hadi Prayitno, Juju Masunah, Zakarias S. Soeteja, Hery Supiarza — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This article is a description of the results of a semiotic study of a short film entitled "Self" in the representation of moral messages. The research approach uses the theory of communication semiotics to reveal the meaning of each form of representation of moral messages. Data collection is carried out through observation and semi-structured interviews. Data analysis uses the theory of the semiotic triangle by Charles Sanders Peirce. This study shows that in each plot of the film, it tries to convey that bullying has a bad impact on its victims. The moral messages in the film have been represented in an audio visual such as images and narration that can be understood by participants. This study attempts to provide an overview that the film "Self" has a moral message. Thus, this research can provide an overview that short films can briefly convey moral messages as an information medium.

Rebuilding The Brand Image: A Case Study Of Pr Strategies In Rebranding Atlas Beach Fest In Bali

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Public relations (PR) plays a vital role in brand recovery following reputational crises. This study examines the strategic use of PR in the rebranding of Atlas Beach Fest, a Bali-based tourism destination formerly associated with the Holywings controversy. Addressing the lack of research on PR-driven brand restoration in Southeast Asia, the study investigates how communication strategies were used to rebuild public trust. Using a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through interviews, observation, and document analysis. Findings show that efforts such as brand renaming, logo redesign, media outreach, influencer collaboration, and CSR activities effectively reshaped public perception and repositioned the brand. The study highlights the importance of integrated, communication-based PR in navigating post-crisis image transformation and offers insights into how organizations can regain legitimacy through symbolic and strategic messaging.

Islamic Legal Communication In The Determination Of Wali Adhal: A Comparative Study Of Indonesia And Morocco

Inda Brilliant , Dzulfikar Rodafi, Shofiatul Jannah — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study analyzes how Islamic legal communication is applied in the determination of wali adhal in Indonesia and Morocco using a comparative case study approach. The goal is to understand the implementation of maqasid al-sharia in both legal systems, especially regarding women's rights in marriage. Data was collected through case analysis, official documents, and interviews with religious court judges. The results show that Indonesia resolves the case of guardian rejection through the appointment of a guardian judge, which illustrates a reactive yet adaptive ijtihad-based legal response. In contrast, Morocco adopted structural legislative reforms by granting adult women the right to marry without guardianship, rooted in a maqasid-oriented reinterpretation of family law. This contrast shows two models of Islamic law reform: Indonesia's case-based judicial policy and Morocco's proactive law. This study contributes to Islamic legal theory by integrating maqasid al-sharia and legal communication to explain how state institutions mediate and transmit Islamic legal values in contemporary family law.

A Dialectical Analysis Of Fiqh And Scientific Perspectives On Qibla Direction Of Ancient Mosques In Lombok

Muhammad Awaludin, Ahamd Izzuddin, Agus Nurhadi — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Qibla direction is a valid requirement in performing prayer. But then the understanding of Qibla direction becomes divided into two, the perspective of science and fiqh. These two opinions are then dialectic on ancient mosques in Lombok, where the Qibla direction is only based on the guidance/jihad of the wali/ulama. Methodology used in this research is qualitative research with the type of field research and socio-historical approach. The results of this study showed that the dialectic of Qibla direction on ancient mosques in Lombok can still be maintained and is still considered valid. This argument uses the fiqh argument that the Qibla direction is jihadul ka'bah. But certainly the fiqh perspective of jihadul ka'bah is no longer relevant if it is associated with measuring the Qibla direction in the construction of modern mosques.

Social Media Activity And Trust In Digital Vs. Traditional News: A Quantitative Analysis

Nunik Hariyani, Jayadi Jayadi, Azizah Choirunisa Azzahra — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to analyze the relationship between social media activity and the level of trust in digital news, both disseminated through social media and traditional media. With a quantitative approach and explanatory design, data were collected through a survey of 300 social media active respondents in Indonesia and analyzed using the Pearson correlation test and simple linear regression. Results showed a positive and significant relationship between social media activity and trust in news on social media (r = 0.478; β = 0.472; R² = 0.229), but there was no significant association with trust in news in traditional media (r = –0.108; β = –0.094; R² = 0.011). These findings suggest that nearly a quarter of the variation in trust in digital news can be explained by the intensity of users' social activity in digital media, with trust mechanisms driven more by algorithmic exposure, social validation, and echo chamber effects than institutional credibility. This study confirms and contextualizes the media trust model and agenda-setting theory in Indonesia's digital environment, especially considering that 91% of respondents stated that they first encountered news through social media. This study recommends strengthening digital literacy based on social interaction and developing news distribution strategies adaptive to people's digital trust patterns.

Bibliometric Analysis of Social Media in Government Public Communication Using CiteSpace Software

Raja Abdul Rahim, Achmad Nurmandi, Ridho Al-Hamdi — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to analyze the development of social media studies in government public communication using CiteSpace software. The method used in this study is qualitative with a literature review approach. Data sources were obtained from the Scopus database using the keywords “Social Media and Government Public Communication” from 2018 to 2023, resulting in 678 documents related to the research topic. The findings of this study indicate that social media studies as a means of government public communication in 2020 became a trending topic, as evidenced by the number of scientific publications in 2020 being the highest, namely 15 articles. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the government conducted a lot of coordination and provided information through social media. The United States contributed the most scientific publications, namely 25 articles. Meanwhile, social sciences were the most researched field related to social media and government public communication. Facebook served as a platform for the government to communicate and provide information regarding the handling and prevention of COVID-19. Meanwhile, Twitter was used by the government to open a dialogue space to receive ideas and input from the public. This study contributes to the government's understanding of how to build effective public communication for the community. This study has limitations in terms of the data sources analyzed, as it only uses data from the Scopus database to examine the development of social media studies as a tool for government public communication.

Reproductive Control And Female Subordination In Batak Culture: A Muted Group Theory Analysis Of “Catatan Harian Menantu Sinting”

Aisyah Herlita Setyaningrum — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to analyze the patriarchal system and the subordination of women within Batak culture as depicted in the film Catatan Harian Menantu Sinting. The research focuses on how cultural control over women’s bodies and reproductive expectations is reflected in the social structure and family relationships. A qualitative approach was used, employing Roland Barthes’ semiotic analysis to identify cultural symbols and myths that reinforce patriarchal norms. In addition, Muted Group Theory was applied to understand the silencing of women’s voices within the patriarchal system. The findings reveal that the film represents women’s subordination through reproductive pressure, where women are expected to bear male children to continue the family lineage. This norm not only restricts women's autonomy in making life choices but also reinforces gender inequality that disempowers women across social, cultural, and psychological dimensions. The study affirms that patriarchal culture in Batak society plays a significant role in perpetuating the subordination of women through reproductive control.

Euphemism And Social Prejudice In The 2024 Presidential Debate: Anies’s Rhetoric Toward Prabowo

Inayatur Rosyidah, Bisri Mustofa, Muhamad Rofik Fitrotulloh, Efy S.Atanjuani — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to identify and analyze euphemistic expressions that reflect social prejudice in the 2024 Indonesian presidential debate, specifically those used by Anies Baswedan in reference to Prabowo Subianto. The study is significant in revealing how linguistic strategies are employed in political communication to deliver implicit yet ideologically charged criticism. Adopting a qualitative descriptive method within an ethnocommunicative framework, data were collected through passive participatory observation, note-taking, and documentation of debate recordings and transcripts. The data were analyzed using content analysis in five stages: problem formulation, theoretical framework development, methodological design, application of analytical techniques (classification, semantic interpretation, and contextual inference), and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that Anies Baswedan employed three types of euphemism—underspecification, overstatement, and understatement (litotes)—to express negative evaluations containing various forms of social prejudice, including stereotyping, social judgment, and antilocution.

The Role Of OCCRP’s Soft Power In Framing President Joko Widodo Leadership On Corruption

Diqi Hadiq, Imam Mahdi — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This research analyzes how the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP), as a transnational actor, frames President Joko Widodo on the issue of corruption and its impact on domestic and international public perception. This research uses a qualitative approach with soft power analysis, framing theory, and boomerang pattern, examining transnational media strategies in constructing corruption narratives. The research results show that OCCRP uses soft power through investigations and voting to nominate Jokowi as a finalist for "Person of the Year in Organized Crime and Corruption," which triggers pressure on the government. Framing is carried out through problem definition, cause diagnosis (political dynasties, conflicts of interest, weakening of the KPK), moral judgment, and solution recommendations. The boomerang pattern shows how local media exploit international reports to criticize the government, trigger media polarization, and the media-power dynamics. OCCRP's soft power shapes public perception and has the potential to influence Indonesia's international reputation. This research contributes to understanding transnational media's role in shaping public perception, influencing domestic politics, and the importance of image in the global media era.

A Bibliometric Analysis of Social Media and Election Campaign Success: Mapping Research Trends from 2019 to 2023

Nurul Wahdaniyah , Dian Eka Rahmawati, Inrinofita Sari — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This paper aims to identify trends and research mapping on the Influence of social media on the Success of Election Campaigns that have concerned academics and practitioners. The method used in this research is qualitative research with a literature study approach. The data found were 258 documents, which were then analyzed. This dataset was converted to CSV format, imported into Bibliometrix, and analyzed. The findings in this study show that the success of election campaigns is not only related to social media factors but also to the successful integration of various strategic elements in the political process. Social media platforms, including Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Telegram, are the main channels for delivering political messages directly to voters. This success also depends on the capacity of candidates or political parties to utilize social media effectively.

Negotiating Marriage Beyond Traditional And Modern Contexts: An Interpretative Phenomenology Analysis Of Upper-Caste Women In Ngada

Theresia Avila Chastysima Daku, Jefri Setyawan — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Cultural expectations for upper-caste women in Ngada society demand that they marry within their caste. This study opens a communicative space for women who have successfully negotiated traditional norms. It aims to understand how women negotiate marriage choices with their families and how social support and communication affect their decision-making processes. This qualitative study uses an interpretative phenomenological approach, employing semi-structured interviews with three upper-caste women who married men of lower-caste status. The findings show that cultural expectations to preserve social status through intra-caste marriage persist, placing pressure on women to relinquish autonomy in making marital decisions. However, open communication about personal choices and seeking family support allowed for the emergence of emotional, instrumental, and informational support that greatly helped women overcome social stigma and choose partners independently. The implications of this study underscore the importance of open family communication in supporting individual freedom in a partner.

Developing An Integrated Digital Communication Model For Institutional Image Enhancement In Higher Education

Megasari Noer Fatanti, Zainal Fatah; Shofwah Hilyatul Auliya — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Digital transformation compels higher education institutions to adapt communication strategies to fortify their institutional image, a strategic asset significantly shaped by the quality of digital interactions. This study analyzes the digital communication practices within public services at the Faculty of Social Sciences, Universitas Negeri Malang (FIS UM), to formulate an optimization model. Employing a qualitative-descriptive method, data were collected through in-depth interviews with stakeholders, digital observation of official platforms, and document analysis. The findings reveal that current communication is predominantly reactive, fragmented, and strategically misaligned with audience needs. Furthermore, an underdeveloped user interface and experience (UI/UX) on the faculty’s digital platforms fail to project a professional image and hinder user engagement. Concluding that a coherent digital communication strategy is absent, this research proposes an Integrated Service Unit (ULT) as its primary contribution. The model’s novelty lies in its function as a proactive instrument for reputation management, transforming disparate interactions into a cohesive strategy for measurably strengthening the institutional image.

Cultural Da’wah Strategies In Religious Tourism: A Symbolic Interactionist Analysis At The Pilgrimage Site Of Sunan Kalijaga

Aisyah Astinadia Siregar — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study explores cultural da’wah communication practices in religious tourism, specifically at the Sunan Kalijaga pilgrimage site in Demak, Central Java. Using a qualitative approach with in-depth interviews and observation, the research investigates how religious messages are conveyed by caretakers and guides to pilgrims. The findings reveal that da’wah is presented through symbolic narratives, traditional rituals, and local cultural expressions, fostering inclusive spiritual experiences. This study highlights religious tourism as a potential medium for non-confrontational and contextual da’wah communication, relevant for diverse audiences.

Communication Strategies Of Epidemiologists In Disseminating Monkeypox Virus Information

Hasya Azkia Zahra, Tita Melia Milyane — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study analyses the communication strategies expert epidemiologists employ in disseminating information about the Monkeypox virus outbreak through mass media. In the context of public health threats such as Mpox (also known as monkeypox), it is essential to understand how to deliver information optimally to shape positive public perception. A qualitative research method with a descriptive approach was used to explore in-depth interviews and observations concerning communication strategies. Informants included expert epidemiologists, media practitioners, communication professionals, and members of the general public. The findings indicate that the information must be grounded in scientifically valid data and trustworthy sources, presented transparently and educationally, and conveyed with empathy in response to public concerns. The use of varied media formats, effective two-way communication, communicator and data credibility, and simplifying complex information for better comprehension are all crucial. The study recommends implementing integrated and responsive health communication strategies to enhance public awareness and engagement in outbreak prevention and control efforts.

Women's Digital Activities During The 'Iddah Period: A Perspective Of Islamic Law And Social Media Reality

Shofiatul Jannah, Nindya Tri Wahyuni ; Sholihatin Khofsah — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Digital transformation has significantly reshaped social interaction patterns, including how Muslim women express themselves after divorce. The period of 'iddah, which is traditionally understood in Islamic law as a waiting period that restricts women's public presence and activity, now confronts new realities: women's virtual presence through digital platforms such as Instagram. This study aims to examine the digital activities of Muslim women during 'iddah by analyzing the cases of content creators Ria Ricis and Natalie Holscher, and to compare these practices with the classical jurisprudential views of the four major Sunni schools of thought. Employing a qualitative approach, this research uses literature analysis and case study methods, framed by the principles of maqāṣid al-sharī'ah and Islamic gender justice. The findings reveal that classical Islamic jurisprudence generally emphasizes restrictions on women's mobility and appearance during 'iddah, yet offers no explicit guidance on digital behavior in modern contexts. Meanwhile, the digital practices of the selected figures do not necessarily contradict Islamic ethical values, especially when driven by productive motives and conducted within the bounds of modesty. Therefore, this study argues for a contextual and gender-sensitive reinterpretation of Islamic law to respond to the evolving digital realities faced by contemporary Muslim women.

The Dynamics Of Cultural Communication Through Acculturation In The Context Of Chinese-Dayak-Malay (Tidayu) Inter-Ethnic Marriage In Singkawang – Indonesia

Rizaldi Parani, Niyu Niyu, Desideria Dwihadiah, Herman Purba — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Singkawang, known as the “Hong Kong of Borneo,” is one of the most tolerant cities in Indonesia, where the Chinese ethnic group, with its distinctive cultural values, is the dominant cultural group in the city. With a population originating from diverse cultural backgrounds, interactions through inter-ethnic marriages, especially between Chinese, Dayak, and Malay ethnic groups, produce various dynamics of acculturation. This study aims to analyze the communication dynamics of cultural value acculturation in inter-ethnic marriages involving Chinese, Dayak, or Malay (Tidayu) ethnic groups in Singkawang. Using a phenomenological approach, this study explores the experiences of married Tidayu couples to understand how cultural differences are harmonized, shared identities are built, and family and social traditions are integrated. Data were obtained through interviews, observations, and literature review. The results of the study show that through inter-ethnic marriages Tidayu, Singkawang society has developed to be more inclusive by accepting each other. In the established dynamics of communication, it is important to maintain customs as part of efforts to adapt and acculturate culture. Communication dynamics cannot be separated from the worldview of the individuals involved. The results of this study are expected to have practical benefits in strengthening unity in the multicultural landscape of Singkawang, especially when facing the challenges of ethnic diversity.

Digital Emotional Dependency In Islamic Da'wah: A Psychospiritual Analysis Of Neurobiological And Behavioral Impacts

Oprimuriandy T.D. Putra, Akif Khilmiyah, Azam Syukur Rahmatullah, Husain Azhari — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to explore the psychospiritual dimensions of Digital Emotional Dependence (DED) in the context of Islamic da'wah and communication, and analyze its impact on the effectiveness of Islamic educational technology and ethical engagement in religious digital platforms. The study uses a phenomenological approach with a systematic literature review of empirical research from 2010-2024 that examines the neurobiological, psychological, and spiritual aspects of digital dependency in religious communication. The analysis was conducted on the neurological dimensions (prefrontal cortex and amygdala activity), neurotransmitter mechanisms (dopamine and serotonin), and subjective experiences of spiritual emotional regulation in the context of digital da'wah. The findings show that DED in digital da'wah is correlated with decreased capacity for tafakkur (spiritual contemplation), impaired regulation of religious emotions, and fragmentation of spiritual experiences. Digital dependency creates dissonance between the consumption of religious content and the implementation of Islamic values, resulting in maladaptive coping mechanisms that hinder authentic spiritual transformation. Respondents showed increased impulsivity in religious digital interactions and decreased ability to deeply contemplate da'wah messages. Conclusion: A holistic intervention is needed that integrates Islamic digital literacy, dhikr and muraqabah-based spiritual practices, and a tawhid-based cognitive-behavioral approach to optimize digital religious communication and prevent counterproductive emotional dependence on Islamic spiritual goals.

Innovation In Public Services Through The "Mobile SIM" Program: A Qualitative Study In The Indonesian National Police

Tinto Adi Nugraha, Bintoro Wardiyanto, Erna Setijaningrum — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This research aims to explore and analyze public service innovations in the "Mobile SIM program" by the Indonesian National Police. Through a qualitative approach, this study explores perceptions, experiences, and challenges in the implementation of this service from the perspective of police personnel and the user community. The results of the study show that the "Mobile Driver's License" is a tangible manifestation of public service innovation based on community needs, but still faces obstacles such as limited human resources, facilities, and the use of digital technology. Recommendations are given to improve the effectiveness and reach of services through strengthening the capacity of Human Resources, cross-sector collaboration, and integration of public service information systems. This service provides a more flexible access alternative for the public in renewing their Driver's License, while reflecting the efforts of state institutions to bring services closer to the public.

Digital Discourse And Cultural Narratives: A Corpus-Based Analysis Of Coffee Tourism In Indonesia On Twitter

Moch Fuad Nasvian, Hamdan Nafiatur Rosyida, Christian Sri Kusuma Aditya — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Public discourse on social media can provide marketing communication strategists with deeper insights for crafting relevant and relatable content. This study explores how Indonesian Twitter users discursively construct narratives around coffee tourism through user-generated content (UGC). Using a corpus of 37,553 tweets posted between February 2024 and January 2025, the study applies computational content analysis, including keyword-in-context (KWIC), co-occurrence mapping, and collocate analysis via Voyant Tools. The findings show that the term “kopi” (coffee) frequently appears alongside affective and experiential keywords such as “enak” (delicious), “liburan” (holiday), and “kebun” (plantation), reflecting coffee’s symbolic role in leisure, identity, and place-making. These discursive patterns highlight the shift from traditional promotion to participatory tourism storytelling. This study contributes to communication scholarship by illustrating how digital discourse reflects public meaning-making, and offers practical insights for destination branding through audience-centered content strategies rooted in cultural and emotional resonance.