Vol. 6 No. 2 (2024): September 2024 Issue
Vol. 6 No. 2 (2024): September 2024 Issue of the Journal of Islamic Philanthropy & Social Finance (JIPSF) brings together 10 articles that highlight the growing role of Islamic social finance in promoting inclusive development, community welfare, and sustainable socio-economic progress. Reflecting JIPSF’s multidisciplinary mission, the issue explores a diverse range of topics spanning zakat management, education, healthcare, Islamic financial planning, entrepreneurship, and financial inclusion. A prominent theme throughout the issue is the assessment of the effectiveness and impact of philanthropic initiatives. Several studies evaluate zakat-funded educational programmes, including scholarship schemes designed to enhance students’ academic achievement, character development, and long-term empowerment. Other contributions examine how Islamic charitable institutions support public health initiatives and improve access to healthcare services among underserved communities in Indonesia. The issue also provides important insights into contemporary Islamic finance practices. Articles discuss Islamic financial planning as a means of achieving al-falah, investigate factors influencing the adoption of takaful (Islamic insurance), and analyse challenges faced by small and medium enterprises in a changing economic environment. These studies demonstrate the continuing relevance of Shariah-compliant financial solutions in strengthening economic resilience and social well-being. Overall, this issue offers a valuable collection of research that bridges theory and practice, illustrating how Islamic philanthropy and social finance can contribute to human capital development, poverty alleviation, community empowerment, and sustainable development. It serves as an important reference for researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and institutions engaged in advancing the objectives of Islamic social finance.
