Exploring the Influence of Religious Institutions on the Implementation of Technology for Stunting Understanding

Abstract

This study examines the role of religious institutions in enhancing the acceptance and implementation of technology for stunting education in Cijeruk, Bogor Regency, with an entrepreneurial perspective. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach and Structural Equation Modeling Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) with the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), it explores variables like Perceived Usefulness, Perceived Ease of Use, Attitude Towards Using, and Behavioral Intention to Use. This research bridges the gap between the influence of religion, entrepreneurship, and the adoption of technology in public health education, an area that remains unexplored. The primary aim is to investigate the extent to which religious institutions can mobilize public support for ICT-based stunting interventions, demonstrating an entrepreneurial spirit in public health strategies, a largely unexplored area. Results reveal a significant positive correlation between religious endorsement and technology adoption, highlighting the potential of integrating religious perspectives with entrepreneurial initiatives to enhance the effectiveness and acceptability of stunting education programs, ultimately contributing to the broader goal of stunting reduction in the region.