PAKDEMAS : Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat

Science and Technology for the Community: Empowering Housewives through the Production of Aromatherapy Candles Made from Used Cooking Oil

2026-06-18T01:18:25+00:00

This community service program (Iptek bagi Masyarakat) is way to empower housewives through the utilization of used cooking oil into aromatherapy candles as an environmentally friendly and economically valuable household waste management effort. The background of this activity based on environmental issues in RT 03 RW 03, Amir Mahmud Urban Village, Gunung Anyar District, Surabaya City, particularly related to improper waste management and the disposal of used cooking oil. Based on questionnaire results, most residents still dispose of used cooking oil into drainage systems (76.2%) and do not consistently separate organic and inorganic waste.

The method used in this program is Participatory Action Research (PAR), which actively involves the community in all stages, including problem identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The activities were carried out through socialization on waste management, training on the production of aromatherapy candles, and assistance in the production and packaging processes.

The results indicate there is increasing in knowledge and skills among housewives in processing used cooking oil into valuable products. moreover, the program enhances community awareness of proper waste management and creates opportunities for environmentally-based small businesses. Therefore, this program is expected to contribute to improving environmental quality and community welfare in a sustainable manner.

GERAKAN MENABUNG SEJAK DINI MELALUI EDUKASI DAN PRAKTEK CELENGAN DI LEMBAGA PENDIDIKAN DESA SIMONGAGROK

2026-06-18T02:02:58+00:00

The community service program titled "Early Saving Movement through Education and Celengan Practice at Educational Institutions in Simongagrok Village" was implemented at SDN 1 Simongagrok (23 students in grades IV–VI) and MI Tarbiyatul Athfal (20 students in grade V) to enhance early childhood financial literacy. Utilizing a blended learning approach—PowerPoint presentations, animated videos, interactive discussions, and celengan decoration practice—this activity aimed to provide understanding of saving concepts/benefits, distinguish between needs and wants, and foster habits of regularly setting aside pocket money. Results showed high student enthusiasm (80–90% active participation), improved understanding up to 75–85% (pre-post observation), and increased saving motivation through personalized celengan, although challenges with specific saving goals persist. The novelty lies in integrating periodic evaluations and personal targets, aligned with similar community service programs (2022–2025) reporting 74–96% improvements. Recommendations include teacher monitoring and curriculum integration for sustainability. The program contributes to character education in frugality and financial discipline in rural contexts.

IMPLEMENTASI MESIN PENGADUK ADONAN BAKPIA SEMI-OTOMATIS UNTUK MENINGKATKAN EFISIENSI PRODUKSI PADA PT PIA JUWARA SATOE YOGYAKARTA

2026-06-18T02:18:31+00:00

Proses produksi bakpia pada PT Pia Juwara Satoe Yogyakarta masih mengalami kendala pada tahap pengadukan adonan yang dilakukan secara manual sehingga membutuhkan waktu lebih lama dan tenaga kerja lebih besar. Kondisi tersebut menyebabkan proses produksi kurang efisien dan mempengaruhi konsistensi adonan. Kegiatan pengabdian ini bertujuan mengimplementasikan mesin pengaduk adonan bakpia semi-otomatis guna meningkatkan efisiensi produksi mitra. Metode pelaksanaan dilakukan melalui observasi, penerapan mesin, dan pendampingan penggunaan mesin kepada mitra. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan bahwa penggunaan mesin pengaduk semi-otomatis mampu mempercepat proses pengadukan, menghasilkan adonan yang lebih merata, serta mengurangi beban kerja manual. Selain itu, penerapan mesin juga meningkatkan efektivitas dan efisiensi tenaga kerja dalam proses produksi bakpia. Dengan demikian, implementasi mesin pengaduk semi-otomatis dapat menjadi solusi teknologi tepat guna untuk mendukung peningkatan efisiensi produksi pada PT Pia Juwara Satoe Yogyakarta.