AMCA Journal of Community Development

Local Government Policy in The Spatial Planning of Autonomous Regions: Between Development Interests and Environmental Sustainability

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Regional spatial planning is important in achieving sustainable development in autonomous regions. However, in its implementation, spatial planning policies often contradict the public interest, economic growth, and efforts to preserve the environment. It aims to evaluate how local governments manage spatial planning within the framework of regional autonomy and assess the extent to which the policies implemented can create a balance between regional growth and environmental protection. The research method uses the qualitative approach and involves case studies in various fields that face significant development pressures, such as industry, mining, and tourism. The study results show that although local governments can set Regional Spatial Plans (RSP), political factors, weak oversight, and investment interests often override environmental aspects. Local government policies are efforts to unite development interests with ecological conservation. This article concludes that the effectiveness of regional spatial management policies in the regions is highly dependent on institutions' ability, management quality, community involvement, and political courage in balancing the interests of development and preservation. Improved rules, the incorporation of spatial information systems, and enhanced cooperation between parties are essential to achieve fair, sustainable, and change-sensitive spatial planning at the local level. This research suggests strengthening the capabilities of regional institutions, unifying appropriate spatial data, and community participation in the spatial planning and monitoring process.

Do Financial Performance and Corporate Social Responsibility Disclosure Matter to Investors? Evidence from the Indonesian Energy Sector

Muliati, Kasmawati, Arung Gihna Mayapada, Haryono Pasang Kamase — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

This study examines the effect of financial performance measured through accounting profit and total asset turnover and corporate social responsibility (CSR) disclosure on the return of shares of energy sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange from 2012 to 2023. Company size and leverage are included as control variables to obtain a more accurate estimate. Using 288 company year observations and applying quantum regression, the study provides a broader understanding of how explanatory variables behave at different levels of stock returns, especially in sectors known for their high capital intensity and exposure to commodity price fluctuations. These findings reveal that accounting earnings consistently have a positive and significant effect on stock returns at the 0.50 and 0.75 quantities, suggesting that profitability serves as a strong signal for investors, especially in companies with medium to high performance. In contrast, total asset turnover and CSR disclosures did not show significant effects across all quantiles, suggesting that operational efficiency and sustainability reporting are not key considerations for investors in the sector. The size of the company and leverage also did not show a significant influence, although their inclusion improved the quality of the model. Overall, the study highlights that investors in the energy sector respond to profitability indicators more strongly than information related to operations or sustainability.

The Effect of Internal Control, Marketing Strategy, and Product Innovation on Financial Performance of Food and Beverage UMKM

Eko Hariyanto, Jidan Pramudya — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to analyze in depth the influence of internal control, marketing strategy, and product innovation on the financial performance of food and beverage UMKM in Purbalingga Regency. This study provides deeper insight into the factors that influence the financial performance of UMKM, as well as providing practical recommendations for UMKM actors to improve their performance. This study uses a quantitative approach with an associative method to analyze the relationship between internal control, marketing strategy, and product innovation on the financial performance of food and beverage UMKM in Purbalingga Regency. Data were collected using a questionnaire. The analysis technique applied is Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) using SmartPls software. The results of the analysis show that Internal Control is acceptable, which means that the factor has a significant effect on the financial performance of MSMEs. On the other hand, marketing strategy has a positive role but does not have a significant effect, and product innovation does not show a positive and insignificant role. Therefore, MSMEs are advised to stabilize internal control, improve digital marketing strategies, and develop product innovation. Further research is needed to explore other factors that affect the financial performance of MSMEs.

Morality, Technology, and Law: An Analysis of Online Gambling Law Enforcement

Farhana, Mimin Mintarsih, Rana Fitri, Khitta El Manzyla — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

The phenomenon of online gambling reflects a clash between morality, digital technology, and law, which has not yet fully adapted. Morally, gambling practices are rejected from the perspective of religion and Pancasila, yet the digital reality makes gambling increasingly accessible, cross-border, and difficult to control. From a global perspective, various countries have developed three legal approaches to regulating online gambling: the prohibitive model, the legal-restrictive model, and the legal-liberal model. Indonesia still adheres to the prohibitive model based on the Criminal Code (KUHP) and the Electronic Information and Transactions Law (ITE Law), but faces serious challenges in implementation due to its transnational and technological nature. The analysis shows the need for a hybrid approach that combines prohibition rooted in moral norms with adaptive regulation that leverages technology, international cooperation, and public protection. Within a responsive legal framework, law enforcement against online gambling should not only emphasize repressive measures but also educational, collaborative, and preventive aspects, making it more effective in addressing the dynamics of the digital era.

Enhancing Innovation of Organizations through Talent Management: A Qualitative Study of Small and Medium Enterprises in Ho Chi Minh City

Tran Huynh Bao, Phan Thi Anh Thu — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Talent management has been a vital performance component in the business sector. The purpose of this study is to explore how talent management as a product and process innovation stimulator is recognized and implemented by managers in small and medium-sized enterprises in Ho Chi Minh City. Through qualitative research design and thematic analysis, 15 semi-structured interview data were coded and arranged under two general themes and four sub-themes. The results showed that managers perceive the strategic role of talent management. Talent development and talent retention are two factors considered to have noticeable impacts on organizational innovation competencies. Talent management strategies that foster innovation in Small and Medium Enterprises in Ho Chi Minh City can be mentioned: Linking innovation to the Key Performance Indexes of key positions; Internal mentoring programs for young talent groups; Talent retention policies with opportunities to develop new products. Meanwhile, the study also analyzed some businesses that still passively implement talent management, without clearly linking it to innovation. These findings contribute to both academic and practical insights as they shed light on the role of each talent management element in innovation and the need for systematic and effective long-term implementation of talent management in organizational innovation strategies.

Legal Protection for Children in The School Environment: Between Regulation and Implementation

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

The phenomenon of violence against students is still a serious problem in Indonesia, even though various regulations regulate child protection. Data from the Ministry of PPPA, Komnas Anak, and KPAI show a significant number of cases, ranging from physical, psychological, to sexual violence. The difference in case numbers between institutions confirms that the problem of child protection is not only in the regulatory aspect, but also in the implementation and reporting mechanisms. This background is what prompted this study to examine the extent to which legal protection regulations for children in schools are implemented in real terms. (1) How are the legal regulations in safeguarding children's rights in schools according to the applicable regulations? (2) How is the legal protection implemented in practice? This study aims to analyse child protection regulations in educational units and examine their implementation and challenges. The research method uses a normative juridical approach supported by empirical data. Primary data was obtained through interviews with school principals, teachers, and parents, while secondary data came from laws and regulations, legal documents, and academic literature. The method used is qualitative descriptive analysis. Research data shows that the legal protection regulations for children in schools have been quite strong, including the 1945 Constitution, Law No. 35 of 2014, Law No. 20 of 2003, Permendikbud No. 82 of 2015, and the Convention on the Rights of the Child. However, its implementation still faces serious obstacles: the non-optimal functioning of the Violence Prevention and Handling Team (TPPK), the lack of socialisation of children's rights, a culture of violence that is still considered part of discipline, and the tendency to resolve cases in a familial manner that ignores the justice of the victim. In conclusion, there is a wide gap between the regulation and implementation of child protection in schools. It is necessary to strengthen child-friendly reporting mechanisms, increase legal awareness among educators, and ensure consistent law enforcement so that children truly feel legal protection.

Integration of Traditional and Digital Marketing Communication Strategies in New Student Recruitment

Abdul Haris, Selamat Riadi, Widya Nengsih, Rd. Heri Solehudin, Otom Mustomi — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Competition among universities to attract prospective new students is now increasingly fierce, encouraging higher education institutions to adopt more comprehensive and integrated marketing communication strategies. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of combining conventional marketing communication strategies (such as the use of brochures, participation in educational exhibitions, and publications in print media) with digital strategies (including the use of social media, email marketing, and official websites) in increasing new student enrollment interest. This study used a mixed methods approach, with data obtained through a survey of 150 prospective students and in-depth interviews with marketing teams from five private universities. The research findings indicate that the integration of the two approaches can expand audience reach while increasing positive perceptions of the institution. Digital strategies are considered effective in creating fast and dynamic interactions, while traditional approaches continue to play a crucial role in building trust and emotional connections, particularly with prospective students' parents. The study concludes that the synergy between traditional and digital approaches can significantly enhance the effectiveness of higher education marketing campaigns.