Journal Islamic Philanthrophy and Social Finance

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM, CULTURAL NORMS, AND WOMEN’S ISLAMIC ATTIRE: AN OPEN LETTER TO THE MUSLIM COMMUNITY IN MONFALCONE, ITALY

Piermauro Catarinella — 2024-03-14

During the summer of 2023, a noteworthy incident unfolded in Monfalcone, Italy, as several Muslim women entered the sea while remaining clothed. This event captured significant attention, triggering a widespread debate involving ordinary citizens—both Italians and foreigners residing in Italy—and political entities represented in the Italian Parliament. Mayor Anna Maria Cisint addressed the matter by sending a letter to the city’s Muslim community, expressing concern that the practice of foreign Muslim women entering the water clothed was deemed unacceptable and indecent. Cisint contended that such behavior ran counter to the decorum and culture of Italy, causing confusion among beachgoers and infringing upon the principles of coexistence between individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. Employing an impartial and analytical approach, this paper scrutinizes whether the conduct of these Muslim women can be deemed “indecent” and in violation of Italian culture, from both legal and socio cultural perspectives. The study also delves into the freedom of the Islamic religion in Italy, considering not only its ritual aspects but also the broader consequences stemming directly from the religion itself. Furthermore, it explores the status of the relationship between local Italians and residents in Italy who adhere to the Islamic faith. The findings indicate that while Italy acknowledges and safeguards the freedom of religion for all, not solely its citizens, discussions surrounding Muslims and their religion are intensifying and increasingly involving national institutions and political parties. This paper, contextualizing these local headlines, assesses the degree to which Muslim individuals are seamlessly integrated into Western Italian society. The study concludes that the issue of Islam and its adherents is frequently exploited as a political tool in ideological battles unrelated to the constitutional right to practice this religion, or any other, in Italy. To address these complex issues, this qualitative research paper analyzes and interprets documents from the Italian Government and lower institutions, along with interviews featuring prominent politicians, scholars, imams, and other religious leaders, conducted across various media platforms, and scrutinizes recent articles published by Italian newspapers.

ANALISIS TERHADAP KITAB AL-AHKAM AL-SULTANIYYAH: KE ARAH PEMBINAAN MODEL FIQH PEKERJAAN DI MALAYSIA

Aina Wahana Dahlan — 2024-03-14

Fiqh Pekerjaan adalah perbahasan tentang hukum-hakam Islam dalam pekerjaan. Setiap Muslim dituntut mencari rezeki bagi memudahkan urusan keperluan harian diri sendiri serta orang-orang dibawah tanggungan. Meskipun ramai yang berpandangan bahawa hanya bidang professional seperti pendidikan, perubatan dan perniagaan sahaja yang boleh meraih keuntungan yang tinggi dan menjadi kegilaan anak muda. Namun di sisi Islam, semua pekerjaan sama ada yang masyhur atau pun pekerjaan yang biasa semuanya akan dikira sebagai jihad. Justeru kajian ini adalah bertujuan untuk meneliti perbincangan hukum dan skop pekerjaan yang terkandung dalam Kitab al-Ahkam al-Sultaniyyah dan pengaplikasiannya di Malaysia. Penulis Kitab al-Ahkam al-Sultaniyyah, Abu al-Hassan Ali bin Muhammad bin Habib Al-Mawardi merupakan tokoh sains politik dan ahli fiqh Islam. Justeru, penelitian awal dalam kajian ini adalah bagi menganalisis elemen-elemen dalam hukum-hakam bekerja yang signifikan dan terdapat juga rumusan bagi beberapa isu ketika bekerja di Malaysia. Seterusnya, kertas kerja ini menggunakan reka bentuk kajian kualitatif manakala data adalah bersumberkan kitab pilihan, buku, tesis, jurnal, artikel dan portal rasmi yang membincangkan tentang fiqh pekerjaan. Kemudian analisis kajian ini menggunakan kaedah analisis kandungan. Hasil kajian mendapati bahawa hak-hak pekerja Muslim dalam kitab al-Ahkam al-Sultaniyyah adalah selari dengan hak dalam pekerjaan yang telah ditetapkan di Malaysia. Bahkan terdapat beberapa kriteria dan nilai pekerja Muslim dalam kitab yang juga bersesuai dengan kriteria profesional pekerja di Malaysia.

ZAKAT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AT UiTM SEREMBAN: ANALYSIS OF ZAKAT DISTRIBUTION STRATEGIES THROUGH E-ZAKAT SYSTEM

Ahmad Faiz Yaakob — 2024-03-15

The complaints and dissatisfaction of some zakat recipients towards the delivery system in Malaysia is common but should not be taken lightly. Specifically, at UiTM Seremban, the frequent delay in the distribution of aid is one of the issues that are often associated among a few zakat recipients. Research on zakat in Malaysia especially in terms of the zakat delivery system which specifically examines and dives into the views and feelings of recipients towards the zakat delivery system is very limited. This gap actually prevents appropriate interventions to coordinate the process of delivering zakat more effectively. The use of the framework by Schwartz (1976) is seen to offer room for improvement of the existing zakat delivery system that looks from the point of view of those who receive and enjoy the aid. A study based on semi-structured interviews among zakat recipients obtained through purposive sampling techniques has addressed several weaknesses that exist in the delivery process, including disbursement delays, and the dissemination of information that is not widespread. Among the recommendations obtained is the recognition of informal channels (i.e., WhatsApp) as an effective information dissemination channel and increase students' self-sufficiency in managing finances independently

ACCELERATING TALENT DEVELOPMENT FOR THE NEXT LEADER: LESSON LEARNED FROM DOMPET DHUAFA

Asep Sapa’at — 2024-03-15

This research illustrates the importance of a leadership-based professional development program known as the "Leadership Enhancement and Advancement Program" (LEAP) in the context of the non-profit organization Dompet Dhuafa. The LEAP program is designed to develop competencies and train leadership skills of Dompet Dhuafa employees. The research method used in this study is qualitative research, focusing on the analysis of LEAP program documents, the analysis of LEAP participants' essays on leadership, and the results of interviews with 24 LEAP participants. This study aims to describe the contribution of leadership-based professional development programs to regeneration in Dompet Dhuafa, as well as to explain participants' perceptions of the LEAP program. The results revealed that the LEAP program has made a significant contribution to developing the competence and leadership skills of Dompet Dhuafa employees. The program has fostered positive career development, the development of future leaders, and the improvement of overall organizational effectiveness. In the document analysis, key findings included increased participant participation in strategic projects, increased understanding of leadership principles, and improved teamwork among Dompet Dhuafa employees. Meanwhile, interviews with LEAP participants revealed positive perceptions of the program, with participants highlighting the personal and professional benefits they gained from LEAP. The research emphasizes that leadership-based professional development programs such as LEAP can be an effective tool in preparing competent and qualified cadres for non-profit organizations. With a focus on developing leadership competencies, such programs can enhance an organization's capacity to achieve its goals and provide long-term benefits to participants and the organizations they serve themselves as leaders and help LEAP participants grow into future leaders of Dompet Dhuafa.

THE IMPACT OF RELIGIOUS BELIEFS ON ATTITUDE TOWARDS ISLAMIC PAYMENT METHODS: A STUDY OF MALAYSIAN INDIVIDUALS IN TURKEY

Siti Nur Azmina Md Zan — 2024-03-15

Existing literature has explored broader aspects of Islamic finance with regards to cultural adaption or social integration, yet there remains a notable gap in research delving into the intricate interplay of religious beliefs and Islamic financial preferences. The aim of this study to address this gap by examining the impacts that influence attitude towards Islamic payment methods among Malaysian individuals in Turkey, with a focus on religious beliefs using six indicators representing religious belief as independent variables. The data were collected through a survey of 37 respondents and limits to Malaysian muslim citizens and reside in Turkey for at least 3 months in a period of time. The data analysis is carried by employing the partial least squares (PLS) technique to test the hypotheses. The findings of this study indicates that religious belief significantly impact on attitude towards Islamic payment method among Malaysian individuals in Turkey. The practical implications stress the importance of a comprehensive approach for Islamic financial institutions and policymakers to facilitate an interactive connection between religious beliefs and the evolving landscape of Islamic payment methods. These implications, which include (1) tailoring financial products, (2) market segmentation, (3) educational initiatives, (4) customer-centered solutions, and (5) supportive regulatory frameworks, underscore the necessity for a holistic strategy.

DIABETES IN RAMADHAN – A COMPREHENSIVE PATIENT EDUCATION PROGRAM FOR FASTING SAFELY

Fatimah Zaherah Mohamed Shah — 2024-03-15

Background. The incidence of Type2 Diabetes Mellitus (DM) in Malaysia is increasing, with 59% in Malays followed by other races. Fasting in Ramadhan with DM is challenging, requiring sufficient and comprehensive medical advice. This novel diabetes in Ramadhan patient education program aims to facilitate knowledge attainment and improve dissemination of information to mitigate the risk of complications in Ramadhan and to pave the way to fasting safely. Methods. A compilation of important information on managing the challenges DM patients face in the fasting month was assembled, gathered from the Malaysian DM clinical practice guidelines and the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) Diabetes in Ramadan Guideline. This compendium was designed mainly in the Malay language to enable better understanding in the Malaysian population. Result. This program provided comprehensive education on fasting in Ramadhan for people with DM in an engaging manner. The program was organised into three main parts: (1) patient self-educating activity; (2) specialized medical advice; and (3) lifestyle guide. This program was conducted at the UiTM Medical clinic facilities by the Endocrine team consisting of physicians and diabetic educator, and was facilitated by a specially designed educational guide, detailing important information on the risk categories for fasting in Ramadhan, timing of blood sugar monitoring, when to break the fast in the event of complication with management steps, medication adjustment, dietary advice and tips on keeping active during the fasting month. Conclusion. This innovative program has been tailored for use in the local population, and provides an essential service that is hugely beneficial, but currently lacking in this country. With this comprehensive and engaging platform, important information on managing diabetes in Ramadhan can be accessible to a wider population, leading to better patient care, and hence a has huge potential for sustainability. A larger multi-centre program will be required for a greater impact.

MEASURING THE LEVEL OF SATISFACTION WITH THE SGI MASTER TEACHER TRAINING IN DONDO DISTRICT, TOLITOLI REGENCY USING THE SERVQUAL METHOD

Riki Wirahmawan — 2024-03-15

The ServQual method is a way of measuring the level of customer satisfaction simple, easy to use and interpret, and the way it can be used for all measurements related to consumer satisfaction both goods / products as well as services. The Indonesian Teachers' School (SGI) Dompet Dhuafa has held teacher competency training for nine months in the Dondo sub-district, Tolitoli Regency. This paper describes the use of the ServQual method in measuring the level of satisfaction of teachers in the Dondo District with the Indonesian Teacher Training School. Some of the dimensions measured include: Reliability, containing items Provision of appropriate training materials for training participants, Accuracy in providing training in the form of service needs. Responsiveness, contains SGI (Trainer) Ability items to respond to the Needs of Training Participants. The aggressiveness of the SGI (Trainer) helps overcome the problems of the Trainees. Assurance, contains items: Knowledge of SGI (Trainers) regarding Training Participants. The ability of the SGI (Trainer) convinces the Training Participants. Empathy, contains items: Ease level of SGI (Trainer) to meet PTK guidance. SGI (Trainer) Concern for Training Participants. And Tangible, contains items: Facilities (Pin, Notebook and so on) provided by SGI (Trainer). Estimated number of facilities. The level of satisfaction of the training participants was seen from the value of the average number of gaps multiplied by the weight of all dimensions. In general, the training participants were satisfied with SGI's services in Dondo District. To see the top priority for service improvement so that the training participants can be satisfied can be seen from the picture presented. then the SGI Training in Dondo District, Tolitoli Regency needs to improve services in two items, namely the point that explains the ease of SGI (Trainers) to be found by PTK guidance that is in the empathy dimension and the estimated facilities provided are inadequate which are aggregated in the Tangible dimension.

THE INFLUENCE OF INNOVATION OF SACRIFICIAL WORSHIP SERVICES AND DIGITAL MARKETING ON MILLENNIAL AND GEN Z DONATION TENDENCIES

Yedi Purwanto — 2024-03-15

Sacrificial worship is the act of slaughtering livestock to get closer to Allah SWT. In 2022, the economic potential of sacrificial worship is IDR 31.6 trillion from 2.61 million Shohibul Qurban and around 2.1 million sacrificial animals slaughtered, consisting of 1.6 million sheep/goats and 521 thousand cows. Sacrificial worship services must be able to answer the needs of worshipers as time progresses and consumer behaviour in the midst of very significant developments in the world. The purpose of this study is to see the effect of sacrificial worship service innovation and digital marketing on donor trends with millennial and Gen Z segmentation. The research method uses quantitative research methods with Ms. Excel statistical data analysis tools. The number of samples in this study were 42 respondents of Rumah Amal Salman sacrificial worship donors. Sacrificial worship service innovations implemented by Rumah Amal Salman are in the form of economical sacrificial worship services and fresh delivered services. While the application of digital marketing in collecting donors is emphasised on the use of social media Instagram as the main channel. Based on the results of the analysis and discussion, it is known that sacrificial worship service innovation and digital marketing simultaneously have a significant effect on the tendency of millennial and Gen Z donors. Partially, sacrificial worship service innovation and digital marketing have a positive and significant influence on the tendency of millennial and Gen Z donors.

ANALISIS EKONOMI PELAJAR: TINJAUAN TERHADAP PERMOHONAN ZAKAT DI UITM NEGERI SEMBILAN

Rafidah Mohd Azli — 2024-04-02

Objektif penulisan kertas ini adalah untuk menganalisis status ekonomi semasa pelajar yang memohon zakat di UiTM Negeri Sembilan dan mengkaji kesan kadar Pinjaman Perbadanan Tabung Pendidikan Tinggi Nasional (PTPTN) dan jumlah pendapatan keluarga pelajar terhadap jumlah agihan zakat UiTM yang diperolehi mereka. Data pelajar adalah penerima zakat UiTM Negeri Sembilan bagi tahun 2021 dan 2022. Hasil dapatan kajian dianggarkan dapat mengenalpasti keberkesanan polisi agihan zakat (Arahan Amanah) di UiTM Negeri Sembilan terutama semasa dan selepas covid-19 dan mengkaji ketelusan proses pemilihan dan agihan zakat dengan meneliti kesesuaian kadar bantuan zakat terhadap golongan tersasar di kalangan asnaf zakat. Kajian ini membuktikan keberkesanan polisi agihan zakat UiTM. Namun terdapat golongan tersasar yang perlu diberi perhatian oleh pihak pengurusan dengan menambah baik polisi agihan zakat UiTM.

PERANAN ZAKAT DAN WAKAF DALAM PEMBANGUNAN EKONOMI : KAJIAN TINJAUAN LITERATUR

Norly Marlia Kamaruddin — 2024-04-02

Peranan zakat dan wakaf amat penting dalam pembangunan ekonomi sesebuah negara. Agihan harta zakat dan wakaf membantu menjaga kebajikan ummah, menjaga keadilan sosial dalam masyarakat dan mengelakkan harta dimonopoli oleh golongan tertentu sahaja. Objektif kajian ini adalah bertujuan untuk mengetahui peranan zakat dan wakaf dalam pembangunan ekonomi umat Islam secara khusus. Kajian ini membawa pendekatan kajian perpustakaan dengan mengkaji pelbagai rujukan daripada artikel dan jurnal. Hasil kajian mendapati amalan zakat dan wakaf membantu memenuhi keperluan ekonomi umat Islam dalam industri keusahawanan, kebajikan sosial dan peningkatan taraf pendidikan.