DAWUH : Islamic Communication Journal

Interfaith Interaction in Gen Z Friendship Circles from a Multicultural Communication Perspective

Alya Tandiva Azzahra — 2025-07-24

Interfaith interaction within the friendship circle of Generation Z (Gen Z) is an interesting phenomenon. This study aims to explore how interfaith friendships influence the formation of an inclusive and tolerant social identity. This study used a descriptive qualitative research method with interviews involving Gen Z respondents who experienced interfaith interaction, especially within the friendship circle. The results show how social media plays a significant role in creating inclusive discussion spaces. Gen Z demonstrates a high level of multicultural awareness in terms of acceptance and appreciation of religious differences, although challenges in the form of initial prejudice and limited knowledge remain. The experience of interfaith friendships has been shown to foster the formation of a more open, inclusive, and empathetic character.

Modernization and Social Change in Tajung Pademawu Village, Pamekasan

Alvind Meilinda Mulyadi — 2025-07-25

This study aims to describe the effect of modernization on social change as well as the inhibiting and supporting factors. The next goal is to uncover and explain the positive values contained in modernization and social change. This research is a type of qualitative research that is descriptive. Informants were determined by purposive sampling. Data collection is done by; observation, interview, and documentation. As well as data analysis is carried out in stages; data reduction, data presentation and data verification. The results of the study explain that the influence of modernization on social change, namely; scientific thinking, and lifestyle changes. At first the people in meeting their daily needs, they took advantage of the natural surroundings. However, with the entry of modernization they began to follow the lifestyle that characterizes modern society. Several factors supporting the occurrence of modernization and social change, namely; heterogeneous society, dissatisfaction in various fields of life, and the perspective of humans who must improve their standard of living. While the inhibiting factors, namely; attitudes that are still traditional, the emergence of fear of wavering integration, and bad prejudice against elements of foreign culture. the influence of modernization on society in Tanjung Village, namely positive and negative influences. The positive influence of modernization can be seen in several fields, namely the fields of education, economy, socio-culture. Meanwhile, the people of Namlea village have always believed that everything can be calculated.
Keywords: Modernization, Community Social Change,

Effectiveness Service Guidance And Counseling in Overcome Behavior Bullying at School

Cipa Purnama Sari — 2025-07-25

Bullying is an aggressive act involving a power imbalance that significantly impacts both victims and perpetrators. This study explores the role of guidance and counseling (BK) services in addressing bullying through individual and group counseling, techniques like the Structured Learning Approach (SLA), and bibliotherapy. Additionally, BK services play a critical role in raising awareness among students, teachers, and parents through information programs and anti-bullying campaigns. This research employs a literature review method, analyzing relevant journals and studies published between 2017 and 2024. The analysis was conducted using keywords such as "guidance and counseling," "bullying," and "student resilience." Findings reveal that an integrated approach effectively reduces bullying incidents and fosters a safe and inclusive school culture. Collaborative support from schools, parents, and the community is crucial to the success of these services.

Situational Identity: A Study of Identity Communication in Bengkulu City

Alfarabi — 2025-07-31

This study examines the issue of identity confusion among the people of Bengkulu, which is characterized by a heterogeneous population. The research is based on field phenomena where many migrants and their descendants still experience uncertainty in expressing their cultural identity. This research uses a descriptive qualitative approach focused on the community of Bengkulu City. These findings are analyzed using Michael Hecht’s Communication Theory of Identity (CTI), which conceptualizes identity as something that is formed, negotiated, and maintained through communication across four interpenetrative layers. The research informants consist of community leaders and academics who meet the established criteria. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions. The results were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman approach and validated through source triangulation. The findings reveal that identity confusion is particularly evident among the younger generation whose parents are not originally from Bengkulu City. One way individuals attempt to construct their identity is by aligning themselves with one of the available "stocks of identity" in Bengkulu. These include: first, identifying as Orang Bengkulu (People of Bengkulu) and second, as Orang Melayu Bengkulu (Ethnic Malay of Bengkulu). .

Certification Model of Islamic Preachers in Muslim-Majority Countries: Experience from Indonesia and Malaysia

Cecep Castrawijaya — 2025-08-04

In the context of the escalating threat of global radicalism, the regulation of religious discourse has emerged as a pivotal concern for Muslim-majority nations. The present article endeavors to undertake a comparative analysis of Islamic preacher certification policies in Indonesia and Malaysia. The present study aims to elucidate the fundamental discrepancies in objectives, mechanisms, and implementing authorities. An exploratory qualitative study was conducted using a literature review. A comprehensive data set was meticulously gathered from both primary and secondary sources. The primary sources encompassed government policies, fatwas, and regulations, while the secondary sources included journals, books, and think tank reports. These data were then subjected to a rigorous thematic analysis and comparative scrutiny through a comparative matrix. The findings indicate that Islamic preacher certification in Indonesia is driven by a national security agenda to counter radicalism and represents a compromise between the state and civil society organizations. In contrast, Malaysia's mandatory tauliah (Islamic preacher certification) system prioritizes the preservation of doctrinal orthodoxy and is legally enforced by religious authorities at the state level. These disparate models reflect the distinct political landscapes and state-religion relations in both countries. Implications are both models encounter substantial challenges in regulating digital da'wah that is not bound by jurisdiction, underscoring the need for further research on religious governance in the digital age. Future studies should explore the impact of preacher certification on radicalism prevention