Community Empowerment in Sandeley Village through Health Awareness, Financial Literacy, and Digital-Based Economic Strengthening

Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Desa Sandeley melalui Peningkatan Kesadaran Kesehatan, Literasi Keuangan, dan Penguatan Ekonomi Berbasis Digital

Abstract

Collaborative Community Service Program (KKN) Batch 52 of Mulawarman University in Sandeley Village, Kuaro District, Paser Regency, was conducted to address community needs regarding health, financial literacy, and digital-based economic strengthening. Three work programs were implemented: "SADAR CKG," which assisted residents in accessing free health check-ups at the Palma Sari I Integrated Health Post (Posyandu) in collaboration with the Kuaro Community Health Center (Puskesmas); Financial Education, which included introducing money management to 90 students from SDN 007 and SDN 015 Kuaro through the "Smart Shopping" game, as well as raising awareness about the dangers of illegal online loans and online gambling among SMPN 2 Kuaro students; and "Competitive MSMEs," which assisted business owners in developing digital and physical promotional materials. The methods employed included observation, coordination, outreach, education, and direct mentoring. The results demonstrated increased community enthusiasm for health screenings, improved understanding of money management among elementary students, heightened awareness among junior high students regarding the risks of illegal online loans and online gambling, and the availability of promotional materials for MSME owners. These programs align with SDGs 1, 3, and 4, demonstrating that education and mentoring tailored to local needs are effective in enhancing the awareness and skills of the Sandeley Village community.