Tasya Hadi Syahputri, Muhammad Anwar Fathoni

Community-Based Empowerment in The Perspective of Maqāṣid Al-Sharīʿa

Introduction

Community-based empowerment in the perspective of maqāṣid al-sharīʿa. Explore community-based empowerment in Depok's UKMP, analyzing its role in economic development through a Maqāṣid Al-Sharīʿa perspective. Supports MSME growth and community capacity.

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to explore the role of community-based empowerment in the Depok UKMP community. Community-based empowerment as one of the bottom-up economic development is needed to enhance the economic performance of the city of Depok. The economy of Depok has not shown consistent indicators of improvement over the last decade. Accordingly, bottom-up economic development is needed in which the community can participate in it. This research is case study research with a descriptive qualitative approach. The data used are primary data and secondary data. The role of empowerment is analyzed using  indicators from al-kulliyyát al-khamsah maqásid alsharí'a to review worldly and ukhrowi aspects. The results of the study indicate that the UKMP community hasplayed a role in empowering its members. Empowerment is perceived in  imensions of spiritual, material, educational, and human rights protection. MSMEs can empower themselves through the role of the community to increase their capacities, develop knowledge, create independence, and support economic improvement.

Review

This paper presents a timely and relevant exploration of community-based empowerment, offering a distinctive perspective by framing its analysis within the principles of *Maqāṣid Al-Sharīʿa*. The research addresses a pressing issue: the need for bottom-up economic development to counter inconsistent economic performance, specifically in Depok. By integrating the ethical and normative framework of *al-kulliyyát al-khamsah maqásid alsharí'a*, the study promises to offer a nuanced understanding of empowerment that transcends purely material indicators, encompassing both worldly and spiritual dimensions. This interdisciplinary approach is a significant strength, providing a fresh lens through which to evaluate the efficacy and holistic impact of community initiatives. Methodologically, the study employs a descriptive qualitative case study approach, drawing on primary and secondary data to investigate the role of the UKMP community in Depok. The findings indicate that this community has indeed been instrumental in empowering its members, with empowerment manifested across spiritual, material, educational, and human rights protection dimensions. The research highlights the community's role in fostering capacity building, knowledge development, independence, and overall economic improvement among MSMEs. This empirical evidence effectively demonstrates the practical applicability of the *Maqāṣid Al-Sharīʿa* indicators as a comprehensive framework for assessing the multifaceted benefits of community-led development initiatives. Overall, the paper makes a valuable contribution by providing a concrete example of how traditional Islamic ethical frameworks can be utilized to analyze contemporary socio-economic challenges. While the case study design inherently limits the generalizability of the findings, it lays crucial groundwork for future research. Subsequent studies could benefit from a more detailed exposition of how the *Maqāṣid Al-Sharīʿa* indicators were operationalized and measured, and could explore comparative analyses with other communities or regions. This work offers significant insights for policymakers and community leaders aiming to foster sustainable and holistically beneficial empowerment programs aligned with ethical and human-centered development goals.

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