Pemberdayaan Santri Pondok Pesantren Darunaiem Pesse dalam Menumbuhkan Jiwa Kreatif dan Kemandirian

Abstract

This community service activity was conducted at Darunaiem Islamic Boarding School (Pesantren) Pesse with the aim of empowering students (santri) to cultivate creativity and independence. As an Islamic educational institution, pesantren not only focuses on shaping spirituality but also plays a strategic role in preparing young generations to be adaptive in facing contemporary challenges. However, observations revealed that opportunities for santri to develop their creative potential and independence are still limited. The program employed a participatory approach by directly involving students through training, practice, group discussions, and intensive mentoring. The training materials included basic entrepreneurial skills, the use of creative media, and the habituation of independent living within the pesantren environment. The results indicated a significant improvement in santri’s motivation to be creative, their confidence in expressing ideas, and their skills in independently managing various activities. Furthermore, the program successfully fostered a sense of responsibility, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities. The students responded enthusiastically, which was reflected in their active participation and the creative products they produced. In conclusion, this empowerment program proved effective in enhancing the potential of santri and can serve as a strategic model for strengthening the role of pesantren in preparing creative, independent, and Islamic-charactered generations.

Keywords: Student Empowerment, Creativity, Independence.