Leadership is one of the essential factors that can influence community involvement in realizing the character of male and female students in the pesantren (Islamic boarding schools) in Jambi, Indonesia. This study proposed Nyai’s (female religious leaders in the pesantren) charismatic, economic, and social responsibility leadership models in the context of community empowerment (CE). This quantitative research aimed to determine the contribution of Nyai’s leadership models to CE. The data from the questionnaire were analyzed using path and flowchart analysis. The results showed that the three Nyai’s leadership models in this study influenced and contributed to CE to support the pesantren’s activities and programs. This study recommended adopting the three Nyai’s leadership models in empowering the community in the pesantren.

This research aims to investigate the integration of religious moderation in Arabic language learning at a state Islamic university. Employing a qualitative descriptive method, data was gathered through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The study emphasizes a tourism-based approach that incorporates local wisdom and pluralism into the Kalam course, aimed at enhancing students' Arabic communication skills. The findings indicate that embedding religious moderation within the Arabic curriculum promotes tolerance, inclusivity, and a moderate outlook among students, which, in turn, contributes to social and religious harmony in Indonesia. Additionally, the research highlights the importance of local cultural contexts in shaping student behavior. The study suggests further exploration of internal and external factors that influence the implementation of religious moderation in Arabic education at a state Islamic university. It also recommends adopting a mixed-method approach in future research to gain a deeper understanding of these dynamics and enhance the effectiveness of religious moderation efforts.

This study investigates the levels of foreign language reading anxiety among EFL students at a state university in Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, to identify the main factors contributing to this anxiety. The study included 30 participants who provided data through two questionnaires. The first questionnaire utilized the Foreign Language Reading Anxiety Scale (FLRAS) to assess anxiety levels, while the second questionnaire aimed to determine the primary factor behind this anxiety. The results indicated that 67% of the students experienced moderate anxiety, 20% experienced high levels, and 13% reported low anxiety. The study identified two main factors influencing foreign language reading anxiety: text features and personal factors. Text features encompassed unfamiliar vocabulary, topics, and culture, while personal factors included concerns about the effect of reading and fear of making errors. The second questionnaire revealed that unfamiliar language ranked as the most dominant factor, followed by concerns about the impact of reading, unfamiliar topics, fear of making errors, and unfamiliar culture. Recognizing that reading anxiety is a common experience among language learners is essential. However, with the proper support and guidance, students can overcome these challenges and succeed in their English language learning journey.

Various religious leaders claim that they are Jesus Christ (the fundamental figure in Christianity), which makestheir groups highly distinct from other religious groups. This claim allows society to view generally these leaders as false Christs. To guide individuals in society in identifying their characteristics empirically, in this paper, the language in the discourses of these leaders from the aboutness and communication style perspectives is viewed through the key linguistic features identified. The sermons of Apollo Quiboloy (the leader of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ) and the sermons of AJ Miller (the leader of Divine Truth) who view themselves as Jesus Christ incarnate were used as the target corpora. The sermons of these leaders were comparedto different versions of the four canonical gospels (namely, Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) as the benchmark corpora found in the Christian Bible using keyness analyses to identify the patterns of key linguistic features in the sermons for language characterization. The findings show that the language in the sermons of Apollo Quiboloy displays concepts such as the relationship of father and I (son) which are likely to be similar when compared to the gospels, whereas the language in the sermons of AJ Miller displays psychological concepts which are likely to be different when compared to the gospels. The findings in the sermons of Christ claimants may allow the characteristics of these religious leaders to be identified.

This study examines Thailand’s educational reform trajectory through the lens of Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4), using a policy alignment framework. Drawing on thematic analysis of Social Development Reports (2010–2024) alongside qualitative comparative analysis of key education policies, the research evaluates how reforms have addressed equity, access, and quality across primary, secondary, and vocational levels. The findings reveal that despite new initiatives, inconsistent implementation continues to constrain equitable and inclusive education, particularly in rural and marginalized areas. These challenges highlight the need for more coherent policy approaches, equitable resource allocation, and stronger stakeholder collaboration. By linking global SDG 4 commitments to local realities, the study identifies governance-sensitive levers that can advance equity. The study introduces a transparent pre-/post-SDG comparative coding design and proposes actionable delivery mechanisms—including equity-weighted funding formulas, balanced assessment reforms, and inter-agency coordination—to strengthen policy coherence and improve equity outcomes.

Background/problem: Health literacy and adopting healthy behaviors are essential components for university staff to sustain their well-being, improve productivity, avert illness, and cultivate a supportive, health-oriented workplace atmosphere. Objective/purpose: This study seeks to investigate the causal determinants influencing the health literacy and health behavior of staff at universities in Thailand. Design and Methodology: Cluster sampling was employed, using a quantitative research design, involving 320 university personnel in Thailand. The research tools used were questionnaires. Data analysis was carried out using descriptive statistics and component-based structural equation modeling. Results: Results of the study demonstrated that 1) health empowerment positively effects both health literacy (β = .60, p < .001) and health behavior (β = .39, p < .001); 2) social support has a positive effect on health literacy (β= .28, p < .001) and health behavior (β = .11, p = .04), and 3) health literacy positively effects on health behavior (β = .38, p < .001). The factor loadings of all observed variables were significantly different from zero at a statistical significance. Health empowerment and health literacy exhibit a statistically significant indirect effect on health behavior through health literacy (β = .23, p < .001), suggesting that health literacy serves as a partial mediator. Conclusion and Implications: This study highlights the effect of health literacy on health behavior and finds that health empowerment is a crucial factor in promoting health behavior. Recommendations from this research suggest promoting health literacy and empowering university staff to effectively use health information to make informed decisions.