Jurnal Pengabdian Bangsa

BASIC COMPUTER AND MICROSOFT OFFICE APPLICATION TRAINING FOR SCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN IN PASIR GALA VILLAGE, LAWE BULAN DISTRICT, SOUTHEAST ACEH REGENCY

Jiwa Malem Marsya — 2026-03-06

The objectives of this basic computer training are: To introduce participants to the importance of mastering information technology and Computers today and to teach them how to use Microsoft Word applications, which can be used for learning to type and other purposes. The method used in this activity is Community Education (PKM) in the form of lectures and training on the basics of computers and Microsoft Office applications, specifically Microsoft Word. The result of this PkM activity is to provide implications for increasing participants' knowledge about computers and their applications to young children in the village of Pasir Gala, Lawe Bulan District, Southeast Aceh Regency.

UTILIZATION OF MARITIME WEATHER INFORMATION FOR SHIPPING SAFETY IN ACEH

Syindi Airikvita — 2026-05-22

This community service project is entitled "Utilization of Maritime Weather Information for Shipping Safety in Aceh Province." This community service will last for one month, namely August 2023, at the Class 1 Sultan Iskandar Muda Meteorological Station BMKG office, Cot Mancang, Kuta Baro District, Aceh Besar Regency. High waves can occur due to several factors. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration website and various other sources, these factors include strong winds, distance and travel time of the wind, differences in temperature and air pressure, interactions between waves, complex ocean currents, and underwater earthquakes. Many factors support the smooth and safe sailing of ships at sea. One of them is natural factors or weather conditions that will significantly influence shipping activities in Indonesia. Therefore, information about weather forecasts is very important in shipping activities. The purpose of this community service is to understand the importance of maritime weather information for shipping and fishermen to facilitate their activities. High waves are more common in the waters north of Sabang, the northern part of the Strait of Malacca, the waters west of Aceh, the Indian Ocean west of Aceh, and the surrounding areas. These areas frequently experience high waves because they are located in open seas, which are more prone to high waves. The waters between Sabang and Banda Aceh still have low to moderate wave heights.

IMPLEMENTATION OF BALANCED NUTRITION EDUCATION FOR PREGNANT WOMEN IN AN EFFORTS TO PREVENT STUNTING IN BLANG ASAN VILLAGE, PEUSANGAN COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER WORKING AREA, BIREUEN REGENCY

Nurhidayati — 2026-06-19

This community service activity was carried out in Blang Asan Village, the working area of the Peusangan Health Center , Bireuen Regency , with the aim of improving the knowledge , attitudes , and skills of pregnant women , breastfeeding mothers , and mothers of toddlers in implementing balanced nutrition as an effort to prevent stunting. This activity was motivated by the continued discovery of nutritional problems in the community , such as low knowledge about balanced nutrition , consumption patterns that are not yet diverse , and the continued presence of mothers at risk of Chronic Energy Deficiency (CED). The method of implementing the activity included lectures , interactive discussions , demonstrations , and direct practice . This activity was attended by 45 participants consisting of pregnant women , breastfeeding mothers , and mothers of toddlers . Evaluation was carried out through pretests and post-tests to measure the increase in knowledge , as well as measuring the Upper Arm Circumference (MUAC) to determine the nutritional status of participants . The results of the activity showed a significant increase in knowledge , where the good knowledge category increased from 22.2% to 66.7%. In addition , as many as 75.6% of participants showed a positive attitude . towards the implementation of balanced nutrition . The results of nutritional status measurements showed that 93.3% of participants were in the normal category , while 6.7% were at risk of KEK. The level of participant participation was also relatively high , with 80.0% of participants actively participating in all series of activities . This activity had a positive impact in increasing public understanding and awareness of the importance of balanced nutrition . Thus , community- based nutrition education carried out in a participatory and applicable manner can be an effective strategy in supporting stunting prevention efforts , especially in rural areas .

QURAN LITERACY STRENGTHENING TRAINING THROUGH THE TAHSIN METHOD FOR STUDENTS OF THE FIFTY CITY STATE ISLAMIC SCHOOL

Fitri Wahyuningsih — 2026-06-19

Quranic literacy is an important part of Islamic education, especially at the Madrasah Ibtidaiyah level as a foundation for developing the ability to read, understand, and practice Islamic teachings from an early age. However, at the Lima Puluh Kota State Madrasah Ibtidaiyah, various problems are still found, such as many students who are not yet fluent in reading the Quran, inaccuracy in pronouncing the letters, weak understanding of tajweed, and low interest in reading the Quran. This condition requires real efforts through community service activities in the form of training to strengthen Quranic literacy through the tahsin method. This activity aims to improve students' ability to read the Quran properly and correctly according to the rules of tajweed and strengthen teacher competence in guiding Quranic learning. The service method used is Service Learning with the stages of problem identification, program planning, implementation of tahsin training, direct practice, teacher mentoring, reading evaluation, and pretest and posttest. The implementation of the activity demonstrated an improvement in students' ability to read the Quran, particularly in fluency, accuracy of pronunciation, and application of Tajweed rules. Furthermore, students gained more confidence in reading the Quran, while teachers found it easier to provide ongoing coaching. Thus, this tahsin training made a positive contribution to strengthening Quranic literacy in the madrasah environment.

BEAUTY SALON BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT THROUGH INNOVATION AND DIGITAL MARKETING TO INCREASE FAMILY INCOME AT SALON MITRA LOMBOK TIMUR

Sulaimiah — 2026-07-30

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) play an important role in supporting community economic development; however, many still face challenges related to business management, marketing, human resource management, and financial administration. This community service program aimed to improve the managerial capacity of Salon Mitra SME in Selong, East Lombok through counseling, training, and mentoring activities. A participatory approach was employed, consisting of problem identification, counseling, training, mentoring, and evaluation stages. The materials delivered covered production management, human resource management, marketing strategies, financial management, and entrepreneurship. The results indicated an improvement in participants’ understanding of business planning, human resource management, social media-based marketing, simple financial record keeping, and entrepreneurial mindset development. The program also encouraged greater awareness of service innovation and more professional business management practices. Although quantitative measurements of business performance improvement were not conducted, the program contributed positively to strengthening managerial capacity and enhancing the competitiveness of the partner enterprise.

EDUCATING CATTLE FARMERS TO SUSTAINABLY INCREASE THEIR INCOME IN SOUTHEAST ACEH

Muttaqinullah — 2026-07-30

Cattle farming is one area with great potential to boost the local economy in Southeast Aceh, especially in Ketambe District. However, many farmers still face various problems, including a lack of knowledge in animal care management, feeding their cattle improperly, poor disease control, and limited skills in managing their business and marketing their livestock products. This situation results in low productivity and income for the farmers, so ongoing education programs are needed. This community service activity aims to improve the knowledge, skills, and capacity of 60 beef cattle farmers in Ketambe District, Southeast Aceh, so they can apply good farming practices and develop their livestock businesses sustainably. The methods used in this activity include counseling, training, and mentoring. Counseling is done by providing information about beef cattle maintenance management, feed formulation, animal health, reproduction, and business management. Training focuses on skills in making alternative feed, implementing biosecurity, and recording farm business activities, while mentoring aims to ensure the application of technology and business management among farmers. The results of the activities are evaluated through observation and comparing the participants' understanding before and after the activities. The results of the activity showed an increase in farmers' knowledge and skills regarding the management of beef cattle, the use of local feed resources, disease prevention efforts, and business record-keeping. In addition, farmers started to adopt more efficient farming practices, which could boost livestock productivity, reduce production costs, and strengthen the sustainability of their farms. The level of enthusiasm and active participation from all participants during this activity was a clear sign of the program's success.

ENHANCING HIGHER EDUCATION LITERACY THROUGH PEER-SHARING SOCIALIZATION: COMMUNITY SERVICE FOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN BANDA ACEH

Mutiara Ramadhani — 2026-07-30

Many high school students in Indonesia lack access to accurate information about university study programs, which impedes informed career decision-making. This community service activity aimed to improve the knowledge and understanding of Grade XI students at MAN Model Banda Aceh regarding the profile, curriculum, student activities, and graduate career prospects of the Development Economics Study Program (EKP) at the Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Syiah Kuala (USK). A participatory socialization method was employed, encompassing structured presentations, group discussions, and interactive question-and-answer sessions, conducted on May 20, 2026. The activity engaged 42 students from the Grade XI Science class (IPA). Activity evaluation was conducted through direct observation of participant engagement, photographic documentation, and qualitative assessment of student participation during discussion and question-and-answer sessions. Results indicated high levels of enthusiasm and active participation, with students raising numerous substantive questions covering program distinctions, admission pathways, campus life, and graduate career prospects. These outcomes confirm that interactive, face-to-face program socialization is effective in broadening students’ educational literacy and supporting more informed career decision-making among secondary school students.