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Purpose — This research aims to assess the performance of the Mawar Emas program since its inception.Method — This descriptive qualitative research involves several types of respondents such as mosque administrators, Chairperson of the Masyarakat Ekonomi Syariah (MES), MES Secretary, and beneficiaries. Data obtained through in-depth interviews were processed using reduction, display, triangulation and conclusion techniques.Result — Using primary and secondary data and qualitative research techniques, the authors found that the Mawar Emas initiative supported 32 mosques in West Nusa Tenggara, totaling 1,194 prospective debtors. In terms of funding, the Mawar Emas program has a yearly budget of Rp. 1,275,000,000. However, these funds have not been used to their full potential since the program's inception. There was a decrease in funding and absorption of funds in the program's second year. Several aspects of this program must be evaluated, including increased funding, defaults, training delivery, outdated data, and the presence of profit-oriented institutions.Contribution — This study contributes by discussing performance of a mosque-based Islamic financing program to reduce dependency on conventional moneylenders.

Research on the productivity of Songket Subhanale weaving in forming Sasak women’s Economic Independence was carried out because of the researchers’ interest in the reality of weaving culture in Sukarara, Central Lombok. Sukarara Village is one of the villages that is still sustainable in carrying out the authentic traditions of Sasak culture. One of them is the culture of weaving in the Sasak term “nyesek” which is done manually by hand and simple tools but has economic value and the output has a high selling potential. The above reality is scientifically studied through qualitative research with an ethnographic approach to obtain definite and academically accountable answers. Qualitative ethnographic research provides an opportunity to examine holistically and specifically, related to the behavior, attitudes and characters inherent in the weavers in their daily activities. The findings in this study refer to two things as formulated in the research problem formulation, namely: 1) The productivity of Muslim songket weavers in Sukarara in carrying out their profession as songket weavers, they are very productive, this is illustrated through several indicators, namely: increased results achieved, ability doing the job, morale, self-development, quality / quality, efficiency, and effectiveness. 2) The implications of work ethic and productivity on the economic independence of Muslim songket weavers in Sukarara have been realized through several indicators, namely: working capitalists, breadwinners/family breadwinners, having confidence in business, able to manage finances, mentally prepared for financial disturbances, creative and initiative , and partners/husbands in synergy by prioritizing mutual respect between each other and having a commitment to complement each other.

This article addresses the intersection between gender, ethnicity, work performance, and economic capital. It focuses on Sasak Muslim women who weave songkets and their economic capital in Sukarara Village, Central Lombok. This article using an ethnographic approach focused on economic capital of songket weaver. The behavior, attitudes, and personalities that are inherent in weavers in their daily operations are examined holistically and particularly through qualitative research. This study found that Sasak Muslim women who weave songket fabric in Sukarara are in good performance due to their ability to use time wisely and complete tasks quickly and effectively. They are economically capable based on a lack of consumer debt, their capacity in business, their possession of investments, their ability to manage business finances, and their mental readiness for monetary turbulence. In this framework, Sasak Muslim women’s economic capital in songket weaving is separated into three roles: as the center of the family, as vehicles for personal fulfillment, and as wives.

Purpose — This study aims to determine the level of responsiveness of Islamic cooperatives, namely BMT, in implementing digital media as a marketing tool in West Nusa Tenggara. Research method — The authors used a snowball sampling methodology to collect data using a descriptive qualitative method mixed with literature review.Result — This study found that BMT must take various steps in increasing market share, including website marketing, search engine marketing, social media marketing, online advertising, email marketing, and video marketing. However, in West Nusa Tenggara, BMT has not taken a step forward in digital marketing. Only a few organizations have begun to see the value of digital marketing.Significance/contribution/recommendation — Research related to the evaluation of BMT marketing using digital media is very limited. This study provides fascinating insights on BMT's digital marketing efforts, particularly in West Nusa Tenggara.