Peran Pesantren sebagai Pusat Pemberdayaan Masyarakat dalam Mendukung Pembangunan Berkelanjutan (SDGs) di Indonesia

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the role of pesantren as centers of community empowerment in the context of sustainable development or the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This research is conceptual and uses a qualitative approach through a literature review of previous research, government policies, and empirical pesantren practices in Indonesia. The analysis shows that pesantren contribute directly to the achievement of several SDGs, particularly poverty alleviation (SDG 1), quality education (SDG 4), decent work and economic growth (SDG 8), and action on climate change (SDG 13). Pesantren serve as centers of education, economics, social affairs, and the environment through initiatives such as eco-pesantren (Islamic boarding schools), santri (Islamic students' cooperatives), and collaboration with government and international institutions. The main challenges faced include limited human resources, funding, and unprofessional governance. This study concludes that strengthening management capacity and partnership strategies are key to maximizing pesantren's contribution to the SDGs agenda.