A Study of Accountability Practice in Dompet Dhuafa Waqf of Indonesia

Ihsan, Hidayatul; Sulaiman, Maliah; Alwi, Norhayati Mohammad; Adnan, Muhammad Akhyar

doi:10.4197/islec.30-2.2

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“…Although waqf in Indonesia has long story, only few that are managed productively. The Modern Islamic Boarding Schools of Gontor [9] and Dompet Dhuafa [10] are among the well managed and productive waqf in Indonesia.…”

Section: Waqf In Indonesiamentioning

confidence: 99%

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Managing University Through Waqf Assets: Evidence From Indonesia

Gustina¹,

Ihsan²

2020

Proceedings of the Proceedings of the 2nd Workshop on Multidisciplinary and Applications (WMA) 2018, 24-25 January 2018, Padang

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Waqf and education is inseparable throughout history. It is undoubtedly true that waqf had been witnessed as one of the generators to the development of education in Islam. There are many universities around the world which were supported and funded by waqf assets. Among other things, Al Azhar University, which has been established from the 10th century, is financed through waqf assets. Interestingly, this university could provide free education for many students from all over the world. The success story of Al Azhar University in managing waqf assets supposedly could inspire other Muslim countries to implement the same way. In fact, Indonesia, as the largest Muslim population in the world, is highly potential to develop waqf assets in supporting the higher education. Nevertheless, the number waqf-based higher education institution in Indonesia is still very limited. On the other hand, the rising cost of higher education demands for an alternative source of funding. Waqf, indeed, could be the answer of this problem as it has been practiced for centuries. This study therefore aims to seek evidence regarding how waqf could support the higher education, in this case in Indonesian setting. A case study from a waqf-based university was conducted. The researchers selected UNISULLA, which is managed by Yayasan Badan Wakaf Sultan Agung (YBWSA) as a case. Through series of in-depth interviews, observations and document reviews, we found that the way YBWSA managed waqf assets throughout the time is very impressive. However, some important points should be addressed to maintain the sustainable nature of waqf in the future.

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Section: Waqf In Indonesiamentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Following the enactment of Waqf Act, a regulatory body on waqf that is the Indonesian Waqf Board (IWB) was formed to regulate all waqf institutions in Indonesia. This effort is expected to overcome many problems such as weak supervision and lack of accountability in waqf management which occurred over the years [10].…”

Section: Waqf In Indonesiamentioning

confidence: 99%

Managing University Through Waqf Assets: Evidence From Indonesia

Gustina¹,

Ihsan²

2020

Proceedings of the Proceedings of the 2nd Workshop on Multidisciplinary and Applications (WMA) 2018, 24-25 January 2018, Padang

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“…The existing literatures show that there are quite a number of success stories of waqf around the world. The efficient waqf administration by Majlis Ugama Islam Singapore (MUIS) [5], the innovative waqf management by Jcorp in Malaysia [6] and creative mutawalli such as Dompet Dhuafa in Indonesia [7] have given new hope towards revival of this historic institution. An amazing story of Zam Zam tower also inspires other Muslim countries to follow the same step.…”

Section: The Current Portraits Of Waqf Developmentmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Most of previous studies on waqf development were conducted in a case based [5], [6], [7]. The fact that waqf development requires a systematic effort has called for a more comprehensive study to scrutinize factors that can boost the management of waqf properties effectively.…”

Section: The Current Portraits Of Waqf Developmentmentioning

confidence: 99%

Strategies and Tools for Effective Awqaf Asset Management

Ihsan¹,

Eliyanora²,

Fauzi³

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Proceedings of the Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Applied Social Sciences, Business, and Humanity, ICo-ASCN

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Waqf is known to have played significant role over the years as an effective tool of poverty eradication through the provision of essential facilities and public goods for Muslim society. Unfortunately, in recent years, the vast potential of waqf has not been utilised optimally. The lack of required attention has subjected many waqf assets to abuse and neglect. Poor management and ineffective regulation among others issues greatly undermine the potential of waqf in many Muslims communities nowadays. The focus of this paper is to explore the strategies and tools to manage waqf assets effectively. In doing so, series of focus group discussions and interviews were conducted with mutawalli, waqf regulator and academicians. The findings of the study indicate that the role of effective regulation, improved waqf governance, appropriating financing instruments and continuous education is equally important as strategies in developing waqf assets. In addition, this study suggests some important mechanisms particularly accountability and risk management that are necessary for developing the right strategy for waqf administration.

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“…There are few recent studies by Osman (2012), Ihsan (2014), Ihsan et al (2016) and Ihsan et al (2017) which investigate the perception of the waqf management on accountability and its mechanisms. These studies were conducted in waqf institutions in Malaysia and Indonesia respectively.…”

Section: Accountability-related Studiesmentioning

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WAQF ACCOUNTABILITY IN THE REPUBLIC OF YEMEN: An Empirical Analysis

Ayedh

Echchabi

Ihsan

2018

Qijis

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The purpose of the study is to investigate how the Yemeni mutawallis (awqaf managers) perceive their accountability and how they discharge it. Accordingly, a survey was conducted covering 156 respondents from most of the Yemeni regions, and data analysis was based on descriptive statistics. The findings revealed that the mutawallis are mostly perceived to be accountable to the government awqaf institutions, followed by the accountability to the waqif (donor). These perceptions were influenced by the organizational values and rules governing the waqf. Finally, the most significant mechanism used in discharging waqf accountability is the regular issuance of financial annual reports followed by the fulfilment of government auditing requirements, waqif requirements, as well as the customers’ satisfaction. These findings have significant implications for the Islamic economics and waqf theory, for the practitioners as well as for the policy makers in waqf and related areas.

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A Study of Accountability Practice in Dompet Dhuafa Waqf of Indonesia

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Managing University Through Waqf Assets: Evidence From Indonesia

Managing University Through Waqf Assets: Evidence From Indonesia

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