The Transformation of Majelis Taklim in Digital Literacy and Women's Economic Empowerment: A Study of Islamic Community Development in Metro City
Abstract
This study examines the institutional transformation of grassroots socio-religious institutions, specifically highlighting the shifting role of Majelis Taklim in Purwosari Subdistrict, Metro City. This shift occurs from a mere space for doctrinal transmission into an arena for socio-economic empowerment. Amid information disruption, women who constitute the primary demographic base of the majelis are often marginalized by asymmetric access to technology. Therefore, this study aims to dissect the nature of this transformation, identify the strategies and structural constraints experienced by female congregants in adopting digital literacy, and formulate a participatory Islamic community development model oriented toward economic self-reliance. The analytical focus is allocated to observing how religious values negotiate with digital economic rationality to address structural poverty. Methodologically, this study employs a qualitative approach with an exploratory case study design. Its theoretical framework synthesizes Participatory Community Development Theory, the concept of dakwah bi al-hal, and social agency empowerment theory. Empirical data was gathered through indepth interviews, participant observation, and documentary analysis. Data analysis utilized an interactive model encompassing data condensation, systematic presentation, and conclusion drawing, with trustworthiness strictly maintained through source and technique triangulation. Research findings confirm that Majelis Taklim has successfully transformed into an epicenter of social innovation through the convergence of religious literacy and vocational skills. The acceleration of digital adoption is driven by peer mentoring supported by religious social capital, despite being shadowed by infrastructure constraints and cultural barriers. As a final synthesis, this research formulates a model integrating community spiritual and digital capital, wherein the implementation of Islamic business ethics serves as a foundation for microenterprise resilience,
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