BERDAYA: Jurnal Pendidikan dan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat

Penguatan Daya Saing UMKM Produk Lokal di Wilayah Perbatasan

Preztika Ayu Ardheta — 2026-02-24

Border areas possess significant economic potential through the development of local products based on natural resources and local wisdom. Kabupaten Kepulauan Sangihe, particularly Tahuna, is a border region with substantial opportunities to strengthen MSMEs in fisheries, agriculture, and distinctive local food products. However, the utilization of this potential remains constrained by limited market access, technology adoption, and human resource capacity. This Community Service Program (PKM) aims to identify opportunities and challenges in strengthening regional economic development through local products in border areas, using a participatory online approach. The methods employed include socialization sessions, workshops, group discussions, needs assessments of MSME actors, and question-and-answer sessions, all of which serve as indicators of participants’ level of understanding. The results indicate that local products have strong growth potential through the use of digital technology and marketing networks. Nevertheless, MSMEs continue to face challenges related to product quality, business legality, digital literacy, and limited access to financing. This program is expected to serve as a foundation for formulating sustainable MSME strengthening strategies in border areas through technological optimization and improved financial support mechanisms.

Edukasi dan Latihan Relaksasi Otot Progresif untuk Menurunkan Tekanan Darah dan Mengurangi Tingkat Stres Klien Hipertensi di Desa Tambak Cemandi

Made Indra Ayu Astarini — 2026-03-12

Hypertension affects approximately 30% of the population in Sedati District, with Tambak Cemandi Village representing a community characterized by a high proportion of elderly residents. Interviews with the local midwife indicate that around 100 elderly individuals regularly participate in elderly health post (posyandu lansia) activities, the majority of whom are affected by hypertension. In response to this, a community service initiative was implemented to deliver targeted education on complementary therapy, specifically progressive muscle relaxation, as a strategy to support blood pressure and stress reduction among elderly individuals with hypertension. The intervention employed a structured approach, incorporating lectures, demonstrations, and interactive discussions. Facilitators provided direct instruction and demonstration of the progressive muscle relaxation technique, followed by participant practice to reinforce skill acquisition. Of the 68 participants, 77% exhibited hypertension with blood pressure exceeding 130/80 mmHg, and 76% reported moderate stress levels. Post-intervention, participants demonstrated the ability to independently perform progressive muscle relaxation and reported subjective improvements in comfort, with the potential for continued practice at home using facilitator-provided materials. These findings suggest that education and training in progressive muscle relaxation can enhance knowledge and self-management capabilities among elderly individuals with hypertension, supporting blood pressure control alongside pharmacological treatment.

Edukasi Manajemen Keuangan Pribadi untuk Meningkatkan Literasi Finansial Siswa SMK Handayani Manggar, Belitung Timur

Siti Ruhana Dara — 2026-03-16

According to the Financial Services Authority (OJK), financial literacy constitutes the knowledge, skills, and confidence that influence attitudes and behaviors in decision-making and financial management to achieve financial well-being. This understanding is crucial from an early age, particularly for Generation Z, who are growing up in a digital era and facing increasingly complex financial dynamics. This Community Service (PKM) activity, conducted by lecturers from Kalbis University at SMK Handayani Manggar, East Belitung, aims to enhance students' financial literacy through direct education on personal financial management. The activity was held on December 12, 2024, using a participatory approach that covered personal financial management, the distinction between needs and wants, savings and investment, and financial management strategies tailored for Generation Z. The indicators of success for this activity were evident from the high level of enthusiasm and active participation of 85 students in discussion sessions, improved understanding shown by the students' ability to identify spending priorities, and a strong desire to implement independent personal financial recording post-activity.