Suhendi Syam Syam, Dina Komalasari

THE ROLE OF MUHAMMADIYAH IN BUILDING THE CIVILIZATION OF THE COMMUNITY OF THE BUTON ISLANDS

Introduction

The role of muhammadiyah in building the civilization of the community of the buton islands. Explore Muhammadiyah's pivotal role in shaping the civilization of the Buton Islands community. Discover its impact through organizations, schools, universities, and mosques.

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to reveal the role of Muhammadiyah in building the civilization of Butonese society. The research location is the Buton archipelago which consists of 6 districts and cities including Baubau city, Buton district, North Buton district, Central Buton district, South Buton district and Wakatobi district. This study used qualitative research methods. The results of this study can be concluded that the role of Muhammadiyah in building the civilization of Buton society includes the formation of organizations under the auspices of Muhammadiyah including PDM, PDA, Pemuda Muhammadiyah, IMM, IRM, AUM and Muhammadiyah branches. Apart from that in Buton there are also several Muhammadiyah schools ranging from RA, MI, SMA, and PTM, namely RA Aisyiyah in Baubau city, MIS Jabalnur, SMP Muhammadiyah Baubau, SMP Muhammadiyah 1 Tomia, SMA 1 Muhammadiyah Baubau, SMA 2 Muhammadiyah Baubau, SMA Muhammadiyah 1 Wakatobi. at Mola Wangi-Wangi Selatan, SMA 2 Muhammadiyah, and Muhammadiyah Buton University as well as several Muhammadiyah mosques. These charitable efforts are very helpful in building civilization, especially the Buton island community. With the various charities of Muhammadiyah's efforts, the people of Buton Islands are increasingly helped and their human civilization improves. The existence of Muhammadiyah on the island of Buton is certainly not free from the role of Muhammadiyah leaders who have sacrificed their wealth, energy, and thoughts on the island of Buton so that the civilization of the Buton island community from year to year is getting better and increasing. The number of Muhammadiyah figures recorded on the island of Buton is around 73 people. This research is the output of the Muhammadiyah Research Grant managed by the PP Muhammadiyah Diktilitbang Council in the 2019 funding year.Keywords: Role of Muhammadiyah, Civilization, and Buton Society

Review

This paper investigates the crucial role of Muhammadiyah in fostering community civilization within the Buton Islands archipelago, a multi-district region in Indonesia. Utilizing a qualitative research methodology, the study aims to uncover the various contributions of this prominent Islamic organization. The abstract highlights the establishment of numerous Muhammadiyah-affiliated organizations and charitable institutions, including schools, universities, and mosques, as primary mechanisms for building civilization. The research also acknowledges the significant sacrifices made by 73 identified Muhammadiyah leaders, whose dedication has reportedly led to year-on-year improvements in community civilization. The research addresses a highly relevant topic, exploring the impact of faith-based organizations on societal development and "civilization building," particularly within a specific regional context like the Buton Islands. The choice of a qualitative approach is appropriate for delving into the nuanced roles and influences of such an organization. The abstract provides concrete examples of Muhammadiyah's presence, detailing various subsidiary organizations (PDM, PDA, IMM, etc.) and educational institutions (ranging from RA to PTMs and universities) across several districts. This specificity suggests a thorough mapping of Muhammadiyah's institutional footprint, indicating a potentially rich empirical foundation for understanding its reach and activities. However, the abstract presents several areas that would benefit from further clarity and deeper analytical engagement. Foremost among these is the lack of a clear definition or operationalization of "civilization." While the term is central to the study's purpose and findings, the abstract does not articulate how "civilization" is understood, measured, or evidenced within the research context, making it difficult to assess the nature and extent of the reported improvements. Furthermore, the findings, as summarized, are largely descriptive, listing Muhammadiyah's charitable efforts and institutions rather than providing a detailed analysis of *how* these specific activities contribute to, or constitute, "civilization building." Future iterations would be strengthened by elaborating on the mechanisms of impact, the specific indicators of "improved human civilization," and more detailed methodological insights beyond simply stating "qualitative methods."

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