Wasilatuna: Jurnal Komunikasi dan Penyiaran Islam

Empowering Women through Majelis ta’lim

fauzi wirahyuda — 2026-02-08

This article discusses the dynamics of the Al-Hasanah Islamic Religious Learning Council (Majelis ta’lim Al-Hasanah) as a religious learning space that plays a vital role in fostering social change among mothers. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, this research examines the activity patterns, social interactions, and the impact of the council on increasing religious knowledge, forming moral values, and strengthening community solidarity. The study results indicate that the Al-Hasanah Islamic Religious Learning Council (Majelis ta’lim Al-Hasanah) functions not only as a means of religious instruction but also as a forum for empowerment that influences the mothers' thinking, attitudes, and social behavior. The resulting social change is evident in the increased participation of women in religious activities, the formation of stronger social networks, and the emergence of a collective awareness to develop more religious and harmonious lifestyles. Thus, the Islamic Religious Learning Council (Majelis ta’lim) plays a strategic role not only in shaping religious identity and strengthening social cohesion at the community level, but also in illustrating women’s religious agency in contemporary Muslim societies, where informal religious spaces function as sites of empowerment, negotiation of gender roles, and reinterpretation of Islamic values in line with broader discussions on Islamic feminism and modern religious subjectivity.

Negotiating Religious Diversity

Achmad Juaini — 2026-02-15

This study examines the role and strategies of Islamic Religious Education (IRE) teachers as agents of Rahmatan lil ‘Alamin da’wah in a multicultural public senior high school in East Java, Indonesia. Amid rising identity polarization and social intolerance among adolescents, IRE teachers are increasingly required to move beyond conventional instruction toward communicative and inclusive pedagogical engagement. Using a qualitative case study design, data were collected through in-depth interviews with teachers and school principals, participatory classroom observations, and document analysis. The findings reveal three interconnected roles enacted by IRE teachers: moral exemplars modeling compassionate conduct, facilitators of interfaith and intercultural dialogue, and integrators of universal Islamic values within formal learning processes. Strategies include dialogical and participatory instruction, community-based social projects, and the incorporation of local cultural wisdom to contextualize religious teachings. While curriculum constraints and social media dynamics present structural challenges, the multicultural school environment functions as a dynamic social laboratory for cultivating everyday practices of tolerance. This study contributes to religious education and Islamic communication scholarship by proposing a humanistic da’wah-based educational model grounded in persuasive, dialogical, and inclusive pedagogy, offering a contextual framework for strengthening religious moderation in pluralistic educational settings.

The Erosion of Tabayyun

Darul Naad — 2026-02-21

The rise of cancel culture on social media presents a critical challenge to Islamic digital literacy, particularly concerning the ethical principles of communication. This study investigates the erosion of the tabayyun (verification) principle amidst the normalization of public shaming, using the cancel culture phenomenon surrounding Indonesian public figure Gofar Hilman as a case study. Employing a digital netnography approach and thematic analysis, this research examines netizens' discourse, social media interactions, and digital public opinion mobilizations. The findings reveal that digital communities often bypass the verification process (tabayyun) and the ethical mandate of concealing others' faults (satr al-ʿayb), favoring instant moral judgment and collective delegitimization. While cancel culture operates as a modern mechanism for public accountability, it frequently mutates into digital vigilantism that contradicts Islamic communication ethics. This study contributes to the contemporary discourse on digital religion by providing a theoretical framework that bridges social media phenomena with Islamic ethical norms. Ultimately, the research emphasizes the urgent need to revitalize Islamic digital literacy to navigate the complexities of digital public spheres responsibly.

Relatable Da'wah: Constructing Birrul Walidain Values in Hilman Fauzi’s Digital Discourse

Siti Fatimah — 2026-03-07

This study aims to understand how the Akhlak Birrul Walidain values are realized in the digital da'wah content of Ustadz Hilman Fauzi (UHF). Moral degradation and increasing conflict between the younger generation and the older generation in the digital era are exacerbated by the impact of social media. The main focus of this analysis is to examine the representation of Akhlak through three perspective Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA): Text, Discourse Practice, and Sociocultural Practice. The method used is qualitative descriptive analytical CDA, centered on video lectures delivered by UHF. The results show that UHF conveys the concept of birrul walidain with the main approach of 'Relatable Da'wah', a discursive strategy to maintain the relevance of Islamic morality in the public sphere. Textually, this discourse is characterized by pragmatic and non-dogmatic rhetoric, which connects moral obedience with worldly benefits, such as smooth sustenance and inner peace. This research helps redefine religious authority in the digital age by highlighting the shift from dogmatism to 'relatability', providing theoretical contributions to global Islamic communication studies in understanding the negotiation of traditional values on modern platforms

YouTube Live Streamer Sustainability:

Dio Doni Harson — 2026-04-16

This study analyzes the effects of social presence, interactivity, and attractiveness on the flow experience of YouTube Live viewers in Indonesia. Despite the rapid growth of digital broadcasting, sustaining optimal audience engagement remains a challenge, necessitating further investigation into its communicative determinants. Employing an explanatory quantitative design, data were collected from 100 active viewers via purposive sampling and analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) within the Stimulus-Organism-Response (S-O-R) framework. The findings indicate that social presence, interactivity, and attractiveness exert a significant positive effect on viewers' flow experience, with streamer attractiveness emerging as the strongest predictor. Ultimately, this study highlights live streaming not merely as an entertainment tool but as a dynamic digital communication space. The results emphasize that fostering two-way communication and a supportive online environment is vital for content creators to sustain audience immersion in new media platforms.

Semiotics of Organizational Culture:

Fuad Adi Putra — 2026-04-18

The normalization of organizational ethics through short-form digital content has become a strategic issue in contemporary institutional communication, particularly as social media increasingly functions as a space for moral regulation and value transmission. This study examines the representation of organizational culture values in Instagram Reels content published by the @livingintelkom account, focusing on the “Do’s & Don’ts Telkomers Edition.” The research aims to analyze how visual and verbal signs construct meanings related to ethics, discipline, responsibility, and professionalism, and how these meanings operate within the framework of Islamic communication and digital da’wah. Using a qualitative descriptive-interpretative approach, this study employs Roland Barthes’ semiotic analysis to explore denotative, connotative, and ideological meanings embedded in the content. The findings indicate that Instagram Reels function not merely as informational or promotional media, but as symbolic instruments for internalizing organizational culture and shaping ethical work behavior. The values represented, such as integrity, discipline, accountability, and professionalism, are closely aligned with the principles of Islamic communication, particularly da’wah bil ḥāl, where moral messages are conveyed through exemplary practice rather than verbal instruction. Theoretically, this study contributes by integrating semiotics, organizational culture, and Islamic communication studies. Practically, it offers insights for organizations in designing value-based digital communication strategies that reinforce ethical behavior in the digital era.

Identity Negotiation and Intercultural Adaptation through Hidden Curriculum at Islamic Higher Education

Nili Ariyani — 2026-04-24

This study examines identity negotiation and intercultural adaptation among Dayak and non-Dayak students in a multicultural higher education context, with a particular focus on the role of hidden curriculum in shaping intercultural experiences. While existing studies in intercultural communication have predominantly emphasized formal curriculum and institutional frameworks, limited attention has been given to the role of informal social interactions as a mechanism for developing intercultural competence. Addressing this gap, this study investigates how the hidden curriculum mediates identity negotiation and intercultural adaptation in everyday campus interactions. This study employed a mixed-methods approach, integrating quantitative data collected via a Likert-scale questionnaire administered to 30 students with qualitative data from in-depth interviews. The findings indicate that students demonstrate a generally positive tendency in managing and expressing their cultural identities, while also showing the ability to adapt to culturally diverse environments. More importantly, the study reveals that hidden curriculum functions as a key mechanism through which intercultural values such as tolerance, cooperation, and mutual respect are internalized through daily social interactions. Theoretically, this study contributes to the global intercultural communication literature by positioning hidden curriculum as an integrative dimension that connects identity negotiation and intercultural adaptation. It highlights that intercultural competence is not solely developed through formal educational structures, but is significantly shaped by informal, context-dependent social processes. Practically, the findings provide implications for Islamic higher education institutions in designing communication approaches and curricula that are dialogic, inclusive, and culturally responsive. This study thus offers both contextual insight from an Indonesian multicultural setting and broader theoretical implications for understanding intercultural dynamics in higher education.

Analysis of Critical Discourse on Gender Equality on Instagram Content @Konde.co

Sutriyanti — 2026-04-20

This study examines the representation of gender equality in digital media by analyzing Instagram content published by the alternative media account @konde.co. The research addresses the persistent issue of gender inequality in domestic and social relations, particularly how women are positioned and narrated within digital discourse. The objective of this study is to explore how women are represented as subjects, objects, and readers in gender-related content and how such representations shape public understanding of gender justice. Employing a qualitative research design, this study uses Critical Discourse Analysis based on Sara Mills' framework, focusing on subject–object positioning and reader positioning within selected Instagram posts. Data were collected through documentation of visual and textual content, observation, and supporting interviews with followers of the account. The findings reveal that women are predominantly represented as subjects experiencing structural injustice, emotional exploitation, and double workload within marriage, while patriarchal norms and male immaturity are positioned as objects of critique. Furthermore, the content strategically positions readers to empathize with women's experiences and critically reflect on unequal gender relations. This study demonstrates that Instagram functions as a counter-discursive space that promotes gender awareness and social justice, contributing to the development of gender-sensitive communication practices in the context of Islamic communication and digital da'wah.

Counselor Communication Strategy in Handling Deviant Behavior of Al-Mawaddah Students

Zakiyah Romadlany — 2026-04-26

This study examines the communication strategies employed by counselors in addressing deviant behavior among santri at Pondok Pesantren Nurul Jadid, Al-Mawaddah area. Deviant behavior in this context is not merely a matter of discipline but is closely related to interpersonal communication dynamics within the guidance process. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation of counseling sessions, and documentation. The data were analyzed using an interactive model involving data reduction, display, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that effective counseling is achieved through empathetic, dialogical, and persuasive communication grounded in the principle of bil hikmah. Such strategies foster an open and supportive environment, encourage self-reflection, and enhance santri’s internal awareness to improve their behavior. This study also proposes the “CURHAT” counseling communication model as a systematic framework for guiding behavioral change. The findings highlight the importance of humanistic and participatory communication in ensuring effective counseling practices and offer practical insights for developing Islamic-based counseling approaches in educational settings.

Organizational Da'wah and Police Character Formation: A Da’wah Sociology Perspective

mevyeka nurhalizah — 2026-04-30

This study aims to analyze the forms and patterns of organizational da’wah implemented through internal communication in shaping the character of police personnel, as well as the process of internalizing da’wah values within structural and cultural contexts. The research adopts a qualitative approach grounded in the sociology of da’wah, utilizing Structural Da’wah Theory as the primary analytical framework. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with police personnel, observations of internal communication practices, and an analysis of institutional documents related to character development and organizational values. The findings reveal that organizational da’wah within the police institution operates through structural mechanisms embedded in the command system, regulatory frameworks, and organizational culture, positioning internal communication as a key medium for the internalization of values such as discipline, integrity, responsibility, and public service. The internalization process is facilitated through leadership exemplarity, habituation within institutional routines, and the reinforcement of norms through recurring organizational symbols and practices. Both structural dynamics, including policy consistency and leadership legitimacy, and cultural dynamics, such as individual resistance and diverse value backgrounds, influence the character formation process. This study emphasizes the strategic role of structural da’wah mediated by internal communication in fostering the character of police personnel, which is highly dependent on the alignment between formal organizational structures and internal organizational culture.