The Role of Zakat in Social Welfare and Community Development

Eli Febriani; Kiky Razroma Yantika; Nurvina Hidayati; Aidil Alfin

Authors

Eli Febriani Faculty Of Islamic Economics And Business, Islamic State University Sjech M.Djamil Djambek Bukittinggi
Kiky Razroma Yantika Faculty Of Islamic Economics And Business, Islamic State University Sjech M.Djamil Djambek Bukittinggi
Nurvina Hidayati Faculty Of Islamic Economics And Business, Islamic State University Sjech M.Djamil Djambek Bukittinggi
Aidil Alfin Faculty Of Islamic Economics And Business, Islamic State University Sjech M.Djamil Djambek Bukittinggi

Keywords:

Zakat, Welfare, community development

Abstract

Zakat, one of the pillars of Islamic teachings that serves as a tool to achieve social welfare, has the ability to reduce poverty and improve the living standards of the underprivileged through the distribution of wealth. This journal discusses the role of zakat in social welfare, challenges in its management, and recommendations to increase the effectiveness of zakat in achieving social goals. The purpose of this research is to see how the role of zakat and the challenges faced in the management of zakat. The method carried out is to use a qualitative approach with descriptive analysis. Data is obtained from relevant literature, reports of zakat institutions. Zakat has a significant role in improving social welfare in society, according to the results of the approach used. Zakat, economic empowerment, poverty alleviation, and the creation of social solidarity can be useful tools to build a more just and prosperous society. However, several challenges related to zakat management must be overcome so that the potential of zakat can be maximized, such as the lack of awareness of the muzaki, the lack of transparency and accountability of zakat managers, and the distribution of zakat that is not on target.

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