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P2A ICE CREAM 2025: Exploring the Creative City of Chiang Mai in the Creative and Cultural Industries

P2A ICE CREAM 2025: Exploring the Creative City of Chiang Mai in the Creative and Cultural Industries

After completing their agenda in Bangkok, the P2A ICE CREAM 2025 delegates continued their journey to Chiang Mai, Thailand. On 23 August, they arrived at Chiang Mai Rajabhat University (CMRU) to carry out various activities.

This city was chosen because of its rich culture and rapidly growing creative industry. Not only at CMRU, the IPC UII and SCIMPA UUM delegates were invited to visit creative locations around the city. In addition to visiting creative industries, the delegates were also introduced to the creative community in Chiang Mai, from religious centres to local markets as the backbone of the community’s creative economy.

Some of the destinations visited included Ku Taw, a Buddhist temple that is also a centre for the production of traditional arts and crafts in Thailand. It is not only a place of worship, but also a space for artists to produce works of art that are commonly used in several major ceremonies in Thailand. From this visit, the delegates learned how tradition and the creative industry go hand in hand.

After Ku Taw, the next destinations were Ban Kaan Wat and Wu Lai Night Market. These areas are centres for creative communities marketing local handicraft products. There, the delegates witnessed first-hand the creative process, such as painting, knitting, and various workshops conducted by the community.

The next day, the trip continued to Jing Jai Market. This market is unique in its rich creative and cultural value. Here, the delegates carried out their project to document various aspects through videography, photography, and copywriting. They also gathered information through direct interviews with creative practitioners and local and foreign visitors.

Interestingly, the delegates had the opportunity to meet Jeroen G. Schedler, director of P2A and owner of BED Hotel Changkian, where the delegates stayed. He shared interesting insights on building organisations and businesses based on humanity and leadership. “Within my journey along with great people in creating this P2A organisation and this business (BED Hotel), I believe that the sense of giving goodness is much better compared to simply chasing money, power, and position. But I chose to give compassion, equality, equality, equality. A chance for everyone. That’s why there was never a manager in this hotel, because I trust in shared leadership, and that is how they could have this kind of responsibility to grow together,” he said.

One of the participants, Cleodora Faustina Wibowo, a delegate from IPC UII, shared her impressions of the city and the creative exploration experience. “Chiang Mai, I think it’s one of the most beautiful cities I’ve ever visited. The scenery is great, full of nature, and interesting places that are just a sight for sore eyes. Most importantly, it’s rich in culture and filled with creativity,” she said.

Cleodora described her deep impressions of the two markets she visited, Baan Kang Wat and Jing Jai Market. She said, “Both markets have their own uniqueness, and it’s hard to pick a favourite for that reason. Baan Kang Wat is a market unique in the crafts they sell and offers visitors the fun of crafting. The place is also cheerful with its decoration made out of pieces of ceramics put together, or shattered mirrors that are just so well put onto the walls, but my favourite is still the cute statues of animals like the cartoonish tiger or the little monkey right out front like it’s greeting you,” she added.

Regarding Jinjai Market, Cleodora added, “I would say Jing Jai would be a better place to discover flavour through the local food palate. They still sell some cute little handmade pieces just like in Baan Kang Wat, but the farmer’s market is what piqued my interest. My favourite would be this stall that sells a bunch of Thai food in small dishes made out of leaves so customers won’t miss out on tasting every single one in a controlled portion,” she said.

The P2A ICE CREAM 2025 event in Chiang Mai showcased the rich collaboration between education, creative communities, and cultural aspects that thrive in a creative city in Southeast Asia. This exploration became a valuable lesson for participants on how creativity and culture play a major role in driving the local economy while strengthening a city’s identity.

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IAMCR 2025 Singapore: Solastalgia ‘Rumah Tenggelam dalam Lautan’ di Demak Jawa Tengah

IAMCR 2025 Singapore: Solastalgia ‘Rumah Tenggelam dalam Lautan’ di Demak Jawa Tengah

Juli lalu beberapa delegasi dari Jurusan Ilmu Komunikasi UII bertandang ke Singapura untuk turut menyuarakan isu lingkungan dalam konferensi internasional IAMCR 2025 Singapore yang bertema Communicating Environmental Justice: Many Voices, One Planet.

Salah satu paper yang dipresentasikan oleh staf dan dosen kami adalah “Solastalgia”: Surviving (dis)placed Sinking Village garapan Iven Sumardiyantoro, S.I.Kom., M.I.Kom. (asisten Laboran Ilmu Komunikasi) dan Puji Rianto, S.IP., M.A. (dosen Ilmu Komunikasi) yang mengeksplorasi dampak emosional dan sosial akibat climate change di Demak, Jawa Tengah.

Konsep solastalgia dari Albrecht, menggambarkan kesedihan dan keterasingan ketika tempat yang ditinggali menjadi sumber kecemasan karena hilangnya identitas ruang itu sendiri. Berbeda dengan nostalgia yang maknanya rindu rumah yang jauh. Solastalgia adalah rasa sakit, ketika seseorang masih berada di rumah yang sama namun lingkungannya rusak. Seseorang menjadi stress hingga tak bedaya melihat perubahan tersebut.

Pengamatan empiris dilakukan sejak tahun 2023 di beberapa wilayah Pesisir Demak, Jawa Tengah. Informasi menyebutkan jika tenggelamnya perkampungan di wilayah tersebut terjadi sejak tahun 2000-an awal. Kenaikan permukaan laut, abrasi pantai, dan penurunan tanah terjadi karena climate change dan diperparah oleh aktivitas manusia seperti pembangunan infrastruktur yang tak memperhatikan risiko lingkungan.

Dampak dari tenggelamnya perkampungan memkasa masyarakat untuk segera beradaptasi. Hilangnya lahan pertanian yang berubah menjadi lautan. Mereka dipaksa keadaan menjadi nelayan, meninggikan rumah, hingga membuat papan jalan demi bertahan hidup. Alasan tetap bertahan adalah ikatan emosional dengan tanah leluhur, meskipun risiko sosial ekonomi yang kompleks. Solastalgia menyingkap bahwa krisis lingkungan tak hanya melihat risiko fisik, melainkan dampak serius pada kesehatan mental masyarakat pesisir. Sehingga mitigasi bencana selayaknya mengintegrasikan pemahaman ini agar respons yang diberikan lebih manusiawi dan sensitif terhadap keterikatan emosional.

Dari ketarangan Iven Sumardiyantoro, ini adalah pengalaman diskusi akademik internasional perdananya. “Kesempatan berharga bertemu scholar komunikasi bidang environmental communication walaupun saya junior researcher forum itu sangat egaliter. Para profesor curriouss terhadap paper saya,” ujarnya menjelaskan.

IAMCR 2025 Singapore digelar pada 13-17 Juli lalu di Nanyang Technological University (NTU), ia mendapat jadwal presentasi di hari terakhir. Kesempatan ini dimanfaatkannya untuk belajar dari diskusi panel-panel sebelumnya. “Berjejaring dengan section sesuai ketertaikan terhadap suatu topik, topik visual culture, environmental, film, pop,” tambahnya.

Dari jejaring tersebut, Iven menyebut mendapat tawaran dari panel chair untuk menjadi fasilitator yang bertema book chapter on environmental communication and disaster. Kesempatan ini tentu menjadi awal yang meyakinkan baginya.

Sebagai junior researcher, Iven mengaku banyak melakukan diskusi dengan para dosen di Jurusan Ilmu Komunikasi UII. “Jadi Pak Puji Rianto memberikan banyak masukan dan menuliskannya dari segi teoritik, saya empiris bagaimana cara menyemapaikan pengalaman dari point of view pada conference,” tandasnya.

Selain paper tersebut, tercatat ada sepuluh judul paper dari Jurusan Ilmu Komunikasi UII yang turut menyuarakan isu-isu terkait dalam konferensi tersebut.

IAMCR 2025 Singapore menjadi bukti nyata bahwa krisis lingkungan dan ketimpangan sosial perlu menjadi agenda penting. Lewat kajian komunikasi konferensi ini menyoroti persimpangan kritis antara berbagai suara dari berbagai pemangku kepentingan dan tindakan kolaboratif mereka dalam mengatasi tantangan mendesak zaman ini.

Singapura, sebuah negara kota yang dinamis dan dikenal karena keragaman budayanya serta program-program keberlanjutannya, menjadi latar belakang yang ideal untuk diskusi ini. Meskipun memiliki wilayah geografis yang kecil, Singapura secara unik rentan terhadap dampak perubahan iklim, termasuk kenaikan permukaan laut dan pola cuaca ekstrem.

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P2A ICE CREAM 2025: ‘Thailand Creative’ Workshop at Suan Dusit University from the Context of Bangkok City of Design

P2A ICE CREAM 2025: ‘Thailand Creative’

The journey from Alor Setar, Malaysia, continued to Thailand via an 18-hour train ride. On 21 August 2025, delegates from IPC UII and SCIMPA UUM arrived at Suan Dusit University (SDU) in Bangkok. The next agenda of P2A ICE CREAM CHOCO was a workshop entitled “Thailand Creative”.

This workshop focused on understanding how the creative community in Bangkok has developed and contributed socially and economically at the local and national levels. Two expert lecturers from SDU were present, namely Asst. Prof. Dr. Aunkrisa Sangchumnong, fondly known as Dr. Risa, and Asst. Prof. Dr. Worakamon Vongstapanalert. Both collaborated as workshop facilitators and complemented each other in terms of theory and practice in Bangkok’s creative community.

In her presentation, Dr. Risa focused more on the concept of creative communities in the context of urban and economic development. From her presentation, it was clear that creative communities are not just a group of people who create works of art, but a fundamental part of community development.

P2A ICE CREAM 2025: ‘Thailand Creative’ Workshop at Suan Dusit University from the Context of Bangkok City of Design

P2A ICE CREAM 2025: ‘Thailand Creative’ Workshop at Suan Dusit University from the Context of Bangkok City of Design

The existence of creative hubs and spaces that grew from the grassroots level has developed into an industry that has a significant impact on the economy. This is not only for artists and creative practitioners, but also for the country.

Creative Community is a part of the process through grassroots community within the society, such as creative hub and space when it keeps developing into something greater and prospects into industries that give economic advantage for the artist and the sustainability of the community. All these processes are intended to create creative cities that enable opportunity for artists and communities to create and explore,’ said Dr. Risa.

This workshop was not only attended by students from the three countries, but also lecturers and staff. They gained new insights into how creative communities with systematic work can have a positive and sustainable impact. Not only that, but sustainable empowerment is the key to success.

Next, Asst. Prof. Dr. Worakamon Vongstapanalert introduced Thai culture through traditional dance. Together with her students, she introduced the basics of the movements. The dance is commonly performed at cultural events.

This practice provided an exciting experience, with students, lecturers, and staff from different countries learning the values of how to preserve their country’s cultural heritage. Through the management of arts and culture, participants gained a broader understanding of how creative communities not only boost the economy but also symbolise the nation.

The workshop at SDU is tangible evidence of strong collaboration between universities in the P2A ICE CREAM CHOCO 2025 series. It is hoped that participants will return home with useful insights and inspiration to develop creative communities in their respective countries.

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P2A ICE CREAM 2025: ‘Exploring the Culture and History of Alor Setar from a Photographic Perspective’

Alor Setar

Starting on August 19, 2025, the International Program Communication (IPC) UII collaborated with SCIMPA UUM to visit the Alor Setar region in Malaysia. In the P2A ICE CREAM project themed CHOCO or “Creative Home of One ASEAN Community”, the participants explored the culture and history of the region through the perspective of photography.

Accompanied by Kelab Kamera Kedah, a professional photography community based in Kedah, the delegates were invited to explore cultural objects in Alor Setar. Some of the locations visited included the Zahir Alor Setar Mosque, the State Art Gallery, and Pekan Rabu with its legendary local culinary specialty, Emanis Bahulu.

Divided into three teams, the UII and UUM delegates collaborated on projects covering three areas: photography, videography, and creative writing. The first team explored historic mosques and captured their architectural aesthetics, delving into the stories and historical values of Islamic culture. The second team focused on unique abstract art, works that utilised recycled materials as a medium for creative exploration. The third team focused on traditional Malaysian culinary culture by analysing diversity as part of local identity.

One of the UII delegates, Ananda Siti Ana, together with the Kelab Kamera Kedah, gained insight into finding uniqueness through abstract art. “What I got from the Kelab Kamera Kedah was learning about the uniqueness of abstract paintings using recycled waste, as well as distinctive Malay buildings, learning about unique and creative cultures,” she said.

Meanwhile, Amira Farisah binti Ismail from UUM shared her meaningful experience during this activity. “I learned a lot of art from that museum. We learned about types of arts, the abstract, also learned that every art has different meaning, story, and what the artist wants to represent to the audiences. We also learned how to use a camera by taking pictures in that museum and also taking pictures of models from UII who wore traditional clothes. This activity is so good for students to learn a lot about art and also provides an opportunity for students to see different cultures,” explained Amira. This statement underlines the educational value and cross-cultural experience gained by the delegates.

From this project, in addition to strengthening international collaboration between students and artists, the community will also produce a comprehensive work in the form of an online magazine that combines photos, videos, and creative narratives. It is hoped that this online magazine will be a reflection of the cultural understanding gained through observation and direct interviews.

Alor Setar was chosen because the city has a rich cultural heritage, with various innovations in its artworks. The P2A ICE CREAM CHOCO 2025 project utilises this potential as a basis for the exploration and development of multidisciplinary artworks that describe or interpret the richness of local culture through a modern lens.

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Metode PjBL sebagai Metode Pembelajaran Metode Penelitian Kualitatif ‘Efektif Meningkatkan Pengetahuan Kognitif Mahasiswa’

Metode PjBL sebagai Metode Pembelajaran Metode Penelitian Kualitatif ‘Efektif Meningkatkan Pengetahuan Kognitif Mahasiswa’

Dosen Jurusan Ilmu Komunikasi UII Puji Rianto dan Khumaid Akhyat Sulkhan telah menerbitkan risetnya yang mengambil objek pada mata kuliah Metode Penelitian Komunikasi Kualitatif semester genap 2025. Riset berjudul Metode Project-based Learning sebagai Metode Pembelajaran Metode Penelitian Komunikasi Kualitatif diterbitkan pada Jurnal Refleksi Pembelajaran Inovatif UII.

Dalam pembelajaran Metode Penelitian Komunikasi Kualitatif, mahasiswa dituntut untuk memahami konsep teoritik sekaligus mampu mengaplikasikannya dalam penelitian mandiri. Mata kuliah ini menjadi komponen fundamental dalma kurikulum Ilmu Komunikasi.

Nampaknya pendekatan konvensional (ceramah) dianggap kurang efektif dalam mengembangkan ketrampilan praktis, untuk mengatasi masalah ini metode PjBL menjadi inovasi pedagogis karena menekankan keterlibatan aktif mahasiswa dalam pelaksanaan proyek riset kolaboratif mendalam.

Penelitian dengan metode eksperimen-kuasi tanpa kelompok (pre-test/post-test) ini mengkaji implementasi PjBL pada mata kuliah Metode Penelitian Komunikasi Kualitatif dilakukan melalui survei dan Focus Group Discussion (FGD). Hal ini dilakukan untuk mengukur efektivitas metode tersebut. Hasilnya, PjBL efektif mampu meningkatkan pengetahuan kognitif mahasiswa dalam pengalaman praktis saat menjalani penelitian kualitatif secara sistematis.

Selama proses pembelajaran di kelas tersebut, mahasiswa aktif terlibat dalam berbagai tahapan mulai menemukan ide dan merumuskan masalah penelitian, menulis latar belakang, melakukan tinjauan pustaka, hingga analisis data dan penulisan laporan ilmiah. Setiap pertemuan, diawali dengan presentasi dan konsultasi dengan dosen (feedback konstruktif). Sehingga pemahaman mahasiswa semakin berkembang. Terakhir, mahasiswa mengumpulkan data (wawancara dan observasi), mengolah data, serta menulis laporan naratif menjadi artikel ilmiah yang siap terbit.

Evaluasi yang dilakukan dengan menggunakan Google Form menunjukkan mayoritas mahasiswa menganggap tugas proyek riset membantu dalam memahami tahapan penelitian kualitatif, dengan 50% menyatakan cukup terbantu dan 28,6% sangat terbantu. Relevansi antara tahapan proyek dengan materi kuliah juga dinilai positif oleh 57,1% responden, sementara 60,7% setuju bahwa proyek mendorong eksplorasi lebih lanjut terhadap topik penelitian mereka. Umpan balik dosen mendapat apresiasi dari sebagian besar mahasiswa, meski masih terdapat saran untuk peningkatan frekuensi dan kualitas umpan balik. Waktu penyelesaian proyek dinilai memadai oleh 53,6%, meski ada kebutuhan penyesuaian waktu agar seluruh mahasiswa dapat mengerjakan proyek secara optimal.

Kerja kelompok yang menjadi salah satu aspek utama PjBL juga mendapatkan respons baik. Sebanyak 24,1% mahasiswa menilai kerja kelompok sangat efektif, dan 41,4% merasa puas dengan hasil kolaborasi mereka. Pemanfaatan keahlian dan pengetahuan anggota kelompok turut dinilai efektif oleh sebagian besar responden, menunjukkan bahwa kerja tim mendukung pencapaian tujuan pembelajaran. Namun, tantangan yang muncul seperti kurangnya kooperasi anggota kelompok, motivasi membaca yang rendah, dan ketakutan mengajukan pertanyaan dalam diskusi tetap perlu mendapat perhatian untuk perbaikan.

Temuan penelitian ini menegaskan bahwa pembelajaran berbasis proyek dan kerja kolaboratif layak dipertahankan dalam pengajaran metode penelitian komunikasi kualitatif. PjBL tidak hanya membekali mahasiswa dengan keterampilan teknis riset, tetapi juga menumbuhkan sikap aktif, kreativitas, dan kemampuan kerja sama yang sangat dibutuhkan di dunia akademik dan profesional. Meski begitu, keterbatasan dalam desain eksperimen tanpa kontrol lengkap membuat hasil evaluasi ini masih bersifat perseptual. Oleh karena itu, pengembangan protokol proyek yang lebih terstruktur dan penggunaan kelompok kontrol di masa depan sangat dianjurkan untuk mendukung pengukuran efektivitas yang lebih akurat.

Dengan demikian, PjBL menawarkan solusi pembelajaran yang inovatif dan efektif, menjembatani kesenjangan antara teori dan praktik dalam penelitian kualitatif komunikasi serta mempersiapkan mahasiswa secara holistik untuk tantangan pendidikan tinggi dan dunia kerja. Optimalisasi metode ini akan semakin memperkuat kualitas pendidikan dan kesiapan profesional mahasiswa Ilmu Komunikasi.

Selengkapnya:

https://journal.uii.ac.id/RPI/article/view/41851/18781

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Advice for Freshmen in the Communication Major

Advice for Freshmen in the Communication Major

Starting university is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming—especially when stepping into a field as dynamic as communication. Looking back at my own experience, there are a few pieces of advice I wish someone had told me when I first entered the major. These insights may help freshmen navigate the transition more smoothly and get the most out of their journey.

Take Your Time to Adapt to University Learning Methods

One of the biggest changes at university is the shift in teaching style. Compared to high school, where the teachers take you through it step by step, university is very independent. Lectures, projects, and self-study become the norm, and each course may have its own way of teaching. It is natural to become overwhelmed initially, but the trick is to be patient with yourself. Rather than attempting to learn it all simultaneously, aim to learn it bit by bit. Find out various methods of studying, test different methods, and keep in mind that learning how to learn is also a part of it.

Participate in Events and Activities Related to Communication

Your learning journey does not end at the classroom door. Communication is a discipline that is best learned through practice, and one of the most effective methods of learning communication is through observation. It can be a seminar, a student organization, or a workshop, but by getting involved early, you have the opportunity to practice communication. Such activities enable you to relate theories taught in the classroom with reality, develop useful skills, and acquire knowledge that may not be available in the textbooks. And the sooner you begin, the more chances you will have to grow.

Get Assistance and Establish Relationships With Seniors

And lastly, you cannot overestimate the power of community. Seniors in your major have already walked the path that you are just starting, and this makes them an outstanding source. They can provide viable guidance on how to manage courses, give you tips about projects, and refer you to opportunities that you may not have found on your own. What matters more is the establishment of such relationships that help to make your university life less threatening and collaborative. Communication is, on the one hand, a matter of people, and the beginning of learning to connect with it should be with your own fellows.

Entering the communication major is both exciting and challenging, but with patience, involvement, and strong connections, you’ll find your rhythm. University is not just about grades—it’s about growth, exploration, and building a foundation for the future.

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Ask the Expert: Bagaimana Menghadapi Risiko Climate Change?

Ask the Expert Bagaimana Menghadapi Risiko Climate Change

Climate change merupakan perubahan pola suhu, curah hujan, hingga cuaca di bumi dalam jangka panjang. Merujuk pada laman United Nations, perubahan ini terjadi karena dua hal yakni secara alami seperti aktivitas matahari dan letusan gunung merapi serta akibat aktivitas manusia terutama dalam penggunaan bahan bakar fosil.

Salah satu dampak climate change yang signifikan adalah banjir rob di kawasan pesisir. Singkatnya banjir rob adalah genangan air laut yang meluap hingga daratan akibat pasang surut air laut, kenaikan permukaan air laut (iklim global), penurunan permukaan tanah (eksploitasi air tanah berlebihan), hingga kerusakan ekosistem laut.

Berbagai riset dan sumber resmi menyebut jika rata-rata kenaikan permukaan laut di Indonesia adalah 4,4 mm per tahun. Sementara kondisi ekstrim dialami oleh warga pesisir Jawa tengah, seperti Demak, Semarang, dan Pekalongan.

Beberapa waktu lalu, 29-31 Agustus 2025 kami berkesempatan mengunjungi wilayah Bedono, Morodemak, dan Timbulsloko. Wilayah-wilayah yang tergenang air laut karena rob. Climate change membuat kehidupan ekonomi, sosial, dan psikologis masyarakat terdampak begitu kompleks. Disebut-sebut penurunan muka tanah mencapai 7-21 cm per tahun.

Kenyataan getir tersebut ternyata tak tertangani dengan ideal, bagaimana menghadapi climate change hingga memahami risiko dari sudut kajian Ilmu Komunikasi? Salah satu dosen di Jurusan Ilmu Komunikasi UII, Muzayin Nazarudin, Ph.D. yang fokus pada klaster komunikasi lingkungan dan semiotika memberikan beberapa rekomendasi dalam menghadapi climate change hingga memahami konteks risk communication.

Usaha Menghadapi Climate Change

Perubahan iklim di Indonesia sudah seharusnya menjadi perhatian utama dalam agenda pembangunan nasional. Sayangnya, mitigasi atau serangkaian tindakan untuk meminimalkan dampaknya belum cukup jelas. Di Demak, Jawa Tengah misalnya, masyarakat terdampak banjir rob mengalami banyak ketimpangan.

Sebagian masyarakat harus tertahan di genangan air laut lantaran kondisi ekonomi yang tak memadai. Sebagian mengiyakan untuk dilakukan relokasi, namun tak sepenuhnya upaya ini berhasil.

“Climate change harus diantisipasi atau masuk dalam agenda pembangunan, sayangnya [tampaknya] pemerintah Indonesia belum punya cukup agenda menghadapi climate change. mitigasinya belum jelas bagaimana, contohnya yang terjadi di Demak,” ungkap Muzayin Nazarudin, Ph.D.

Selain faktor ekonomi dan risiko kehilangan pekerjaan, sifat kolektif masyarakat yang enggan terpencar dengan komunitasnya menjadi alasan yang tak bisa diabaikan. “Di beberapa tempat warga mau pindah tetap dalam satu komunitasnya, mau terhubung sesama tetangganya,” tambahnya.

Menurutnya, mitigasi harus dilakukan secara komprehensif. Memulai dengan membuat peta daerah rentan tenggelam hingga melakukan kajian mendalam terkait pembangunan infrastruktur yang meningkatkan risiko lingkungan.

Selama ini tak sedikit usaha-usaha dilakukan LSM dan lembaga masyarakat sipil untuk membantu. Namun sifatnya karitatif dan belum menyentuh solusi berkelanjutan. Padahal dampak dari climate change ke depan akan semakin masif.

“Harusnya pemerintah memfasilitasi berbagai pihak duduk bersama, ngobrol bersama termasuk bersama warga mereka inginnya bagaimana. Kalau mereka mau bertahan di sana harus bagaimana kalau mau dipindahkan dimana dan bagaimana. Harus ada visi jangka panjang,” tegasnya.

Memahami Konteks Risk Communication

Memahami risiko bencana bukan soal sederhana, hal ini melibatkan kondisi geografis, geologis, sosial, hingga pemahaman (ancaman, kerentanan, kapasitas). Bukan hanya menyebutkan ancaman bencana secara gamblang.

Dalam konteks risk communication, risiko tak sekedar perhitungan objektif antara bahaya dan tidak bahaya. Melainkan juga yang dipersepsikan masyarakat. Sementara perbedaan persepsi antara pengambil kebijakan dan masyarakat jarang dibicarakan. Sehingga, taka da penyelesaian yang melegakan.

“Pengambil kebijakan mungkin menganggap bahwa tenggelamnya desa itu adalah sebuah risiko. Warga juga memandang itu sebagai risik, tapi di kalangan warga mereka punya perhitungan risiko yang jauh lebih kompleks,” jelasnya.

“Misalnya kalau mereka pindah ke lokasi baru tidak ada yang dikenal mereka memiliki persepsi risiko tidak terhubung secara sosial. Mereka pindah ke lokasi baru, tidak punya pekerjaan ada risiko lain, risiko kehilangan pekerjaan. Risiko ini sifatnya subjektif dan dibangun di level komunitas, tidak diri sendiri, biasanya kolektif,” tambahnya.

“Ketika pemerintah membangun kebijakan berbasis risiko harusnya mempertimbangkan apa sih yang menurut warga menjadi risiko,” tandasnya.

Artinya pendekatan kebijakan yang inklusif terhadap persepsi risiko warga akan menghasilkan solusi yang lebih diterima masyarakat.

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‘Sampah Menumpuk, Masyarakat Terkutuk’ Workshop Produksi Berita di Instagram untuk Masyarakat Korban Banjir Rob di Demak Jawa Tengah

Jurusan Ilmu Komunikasi UII berkolaborasi dengan Puspita Bahari sebuah komunitas nelayan perempuan di Demak untuk melakukan workshop produksi berita di Instagram. Kegiatan tersebut dilakukan pada 30 hingga 31 Agustus 2025 di Sekretariat Puspita Bahari, Demak, Jawa Tengah.

Praktik pencarian informasi dan berita paling banyak dilakukan melalui Google Search, Youtube, dan Instagram. Data ini diungkap oleh We are Social pada awal tahun 2025. Tren tersebut sejalan dengan peningkatan pengguna internet di Indonesia, tahun 2025 dengan penetrasi 80,66 persen.

Riuhnya tingkat penggunaan Instagram, menjadi ruang yang tepat untuk menyuarakan berbagai isu di kampung nelayan. Beberapa wilayah pesisir di Kabupaten Demak, Jawa Tengah mengalami persoalan yang kompleks akibat bencana banjir rob. Tak hanya berdampak pada lingkungan, kenaikan air laut pantai utara Jawa ternyata berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kehidupan sosial dan ekonomi. Kemiskinan, beban ganda perempuan, kekerasan dalam rumah tangga, hingga pelecehan seksual menjadi polemik yang sulit diurai. Masyarakat yang terdampak banjir rob tersebar di beberapa wilayah seperti Sayung, Morodemak, Timbulsloko, Purworejo, dan Margolinduk.

Puspita Bahari yang dinahkodai oleh Masnuah, aktif mendampingi hingga melakukan berbagai upaya untuk mengentaskan berbagai persoalan tersebut. Suara-suara mereka harus terdengar luas, cerita-ceritanya perlu diawetkan agar tak terlewat begitu saja. Lemahnya dokumentasi membuat berbagai persoalan dan momentum penting tak tercatat. Sehingga perlu ada upaya dan kemampuan untuk melakukan kerja-kerja dokumentasi tersebut.

Menjawab persoalan tersebut workshop “Produksi Berita dengan Media Sosial” yang terbagi menjadi tiga sesi yakni Materi Produksi Foto Menggunakan Handphone oleh Marjito Iskandar Tri Gunawan (Laboran Ilmu Komunikasi UII), Materi Penulisan Artikel Informatif untuk Media Sosial oleh Meigitaria Sanita (Staf Media Sosial dan Website Ilmu Komunikasi UII), dan Materi Mendesain Konten Berita Pada Halaman Instagram oleh Iven Sumardiyantoro (Staf Asisten Laboran Ilmu Komunikasi UII).

“Workshop ini selain penyampaian materi juga dilakukan praktik turun ke lapangan mencari data dan informasi, mulai dari memotret realitas dan menulis. Terakhir menuangkannya dalam desain Canva. Meski penuh keterbatasan peserta berhasil menyelesaikannya,” ujar Iven Sumardiantoro.

Komunitas Puspita Bahari telah memiliki media sosial resmi di Instagram @puspita_bahari, namun karena keterbatasan SDM akun tersebut tidak terkelola secara maksimal. Hal tersebut terpantau dari konsistensi publikasi di akun tersebut.

Isu-isu yang disuarakan pada workshop tersebut antara lain Pemukiman dan Transportasi, Sampah, Hasil Tangkapan Nelayan, dan Cerita Perempuan Nelayan. Menariknya, salah satu isu tersebut terjadi karena dipicu kondisi politik sosial. Contohnya dalam penggalian informasi pemicu penumpukan sampah di wilayah Morodemak.

‘Sampah Menumpuk, Masyarakat Terkutuk’ Workshop Produksi Berita di Instagram untuk Masyarakat Korban Banjir Rob di Demak Jawa Tengah

‘Sampah Menumpuk, Masyarakat Terkutuk’ Workshop Produksi Berita di Instagram untuk Masyarakat Korban Banjir Rob di Demak Jawa Tengah

Workshop ini ditujukan kepada anggota komunitas Puspita Bahari yakni para perempuan nelayan, pemuda-pemudi, hingga para bapak-bapak yang tinggal di sekitar wilayah tersebut. Beberapa peserta mengaku kegiatan ini penuh makna.

“Sangat bermanfaat bagi kami yang masih benar-benar belum tahu teknologi dan pesannya semoga ada program dan pelatihan selanjutnya,” ungkap Uminatus Sholikah, anggota komunitas Puspita Bahari.

“Mendapatkan wawasan dan pengalaman yang sangat berguna dan bagi saya sendiri bisa tahu pelajaran yang disampaikan oleh kakak-kakak dari UII,” terang Listianti masyarakat Morodemak.

Dengan dilakukan workshop ini, diharapkan mampu menguatkan kemampuan anggota komunitas Puspita Bahari untuk memproduksi informasi yang layak dan relevan di media sosial. Selain itu, kegiatan ini selaras dengan visi Jurusan Ilmu Komunikasi UII yakni Communication for Empowerment.

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The  Dynamic Relationship Between Accountability and Reputation 

The  Dynamic Relationship Between Accountability and Reputation 

Accountability and reputation are two central pillars in the functioning of organizations, particularly in the public sector. While accountability refers to the mechanisms through which organizations are held responsible for their actions and decisions, reputation captures how stakeholders perceive the legitimacy, competence, and trustworthiness of these organizations.

Drawing on the work of Madalina Busuioc and Martin Lodge, this article explores how accountability and reputation intersect, and how organizations manage expectations by balancing the two.

Accountability as an  Answer for Actions

Accountability means being answerable for one’s actions, decisions, and performance. In governance and organizational studies, it often involves transparency, reporting, and justification to stakeholders such as governments, regulators, or the public. Accountability can take different forms:

  • Legal accountability (compliance with laws and regulations)
  • Political accountability (answerability to elected officials or the public)
  • Professional accountability (responsibility to standards of practice and ethics)

While accountability mechanisms are designed to ensure fairness and prevent misuse of power, they can also create high expectations and pressures that organizations must constantly manage. Reputation, by contrast, is less about formal rules and more about perception. It reflects how an organization is viewed in terms of reliability, competence, integrity, and performance. For regulators and public agencies, reputation is a crucial resource—it builds trust, strengthens legitimacy, and allows for greater autonomy in decision-making. Organizations do not simply react to accountability demands but actively use their reputation as a strategic tool to manage and influence accountability expectations.

Managing Expectations Through Reputation

Organizations are not passive recipients of accountability mechanisms. Instead, they engage in “expectation management” by leveraging their reputational capital. For example:

  • Framing successes in ways that highlight competence and credibility,
  • Downplaying failures by attributing them to external constraints, and
  • Cultivating multiple reputations (like technical expertise, fairness, and responsiveness) depending on the audience.

This strategic balancing act helps organizations navigate the tension between being accountable and preserving autonomy.

The Interplay Between Accountability and Reputation

The relationship between accountability and reputation is not one-directional. Instead, it is dynamic and strategic:

  1. Reputation shapes accountability expectations
  • Organizations with strong reputations are often trusted more, which may ease accountability pressures.
  • Conversely, organizations with damaged reputations face intensified scrutiny and stricter accountability demands.
  1. Accountability affects reputation
  • Demonstrating accountability can strengthen a reputation by signaling transparency and a commitment to responsibility.
  • However, excessive accountability requirements may harm reputation if they limit flexibility or create perceptions of inefficiency.
  1. Strategic reputation management
  • Agencies manage their reputation not only to protect themselves but also to influence how accountability is applied to them.
  • By projecting an image of competence and integrity, they can align accountability expectations with their strengths.

The relationship between accountability and reputation is mutually reinforcing but also potentially conflictual. Accountability mechanisms ensure transparency and control, but they can also generate burdens and unrealistic expectations. Reputation serves as both a shield and a resource, enabling organizations to negotiate and manage these pressures. Ultimately, understanding this relationship highlights the importance of not treating accountability and reputation in isolation. For organizations—especially those in the public sector—success lies in managing both simultaneously by being transparent and responsible, while also cultivating trust and legitimacy through reputation.

 

Written by: Thrya Abdulraheem Motea Al-aqab

Edited by: Meigitaria Sanita

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The Role of Visual Media in Shaping Gen Z’s Self-Image

The Role of Visual Media in Shaping Gen Z’s Self-Image

Generation Z, born between the late 1990s and early 2010s, is the first generation to grow up entirely in the digital era. From early childhood, they have been surrounded by smartphones, social media platforms, and a constant flow of images and videos.

Unlike earlier generations, their identity development has taken place in a world where visual media is not simply entertainment, but a dominant space for communication, self-expression, and social validation. The way they see themselves—and the way others see them—is now deeply intertwined with the images they share and consume online.

Social Comparison and Self-Perception

Visual media plays a powerful role in shaping how young people think about themselves. Social platforms are designed to encourage sharing, but they also foster constant comparison. Carefully designed posts and edited images often present an idealized version of life, leading viewers to measure themselves against unrealistic standards. Over time, this cycle of comparison can influence self-esteem, creating feelings of self-doubt. Feedback in the form of likes, comments, and follower counts reinforces the idea that appearance and presentation are central to self-worth. This dynamic mirrors a “digital looking-glass,” where identity is shaped through imagined perceptions of others.

 Constructing and Managing Online Identity

Beyond the images themselves, the way Gen Z constructs their online presence reveals much about their self-image. Many young people manage multiple accounts—some public and highly polished, others private and more authentic. This practice allows them to navigate the tension between societal expectations and personal truth. However, it also reflects the pressure to maintain a brand-like version of oneself online. While this made-up identity can be empowering, it can also be limiting, as it often prioritizes what is visually appealing or socially approved over what is genuine.

Influence of  Online Trends and Algorithm

Algorithms further shape Gen Z’s self-image by controlling the flow of visual content they encounter daily. Posts that are highly polished, trendy, or attention-grabbing are more likely to be promoted, setting the tone for what is considered desirable. Influencers and content creators—often presented as relatable “real people”—become powerful role models, shaping fashion choices, lifestyle aspirations, and even values. In many cases, young people unconsciously adjust their self-presentation to align with these trends, reinforcing the influence of visual culture on personal identity.

For Generation Z, growing up in a world filled with visual media has created both opportunities and challenges. On one hand, these platforms provide tools for creativity, connection, and self-expression. On the other hand, they can amplify social pressures, distort self-perception, and encourage dependence on external validation. The influence of visual media is not inherently negative, but it requires awareness and critical thinking to navigate. By understanding the mechanisms behind comparison, curated identity, and algorithm-driven trends, Gen Z can better balance their online presence with a healthy sense of self.

 

References

Kollárová, S., & Niklová, M. (2025). The Digital Identity of Generation Z (Drukarnia Poldruk, Józef Grzywa, Marek Kawka, Ed.). Poldruk s.c. Poland.

MyKaila Young. (2025). The Digital Coming of Age: How Social Media Shapes Self‑Concept and Worldview Across Generations. ejournals, 68(2), 262. https://ejournals.eu/en/journal/zeszyty-prasoznawcze/article/the-digital-coming-of-age-how-social-media-shapes-self-concept-and-worldview-across-generations

Written by: Thrya Abdulraheem Motea Al-aqab

Edited by: Meigitaria Sanita