Development of Multidisciplinary Competencies for the Young Generation through English Language Literacy, Digital Ethics, and Economic Literacy at PERMAI Pulang Penang, Malaysia

Syaila Syaila; Syawal Amirul Syah; Hikmawati Ribi; Andi Hakib; Kaswalia Kaswalia

doi:10.59431/ajad.v5i3.640

Authors

Syaila Syaila Universitas Bosowa
Syawal Amirul Syah Universitas Almarisah Madani
Hikmawati Ribi Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar
Andi Hakib Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar
Kaswalia Kaswalia Universitas Almarisah Madani

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59431/ajad.v5i3.640

Keywords:

English Language Literacy, Digital Ethics, Economic Literacy, Multidisciplinary Competencies

Abstract

This community service program aims to develop the multidisciplinary competencies of young people through strengthening English literacy, digital ethics, and economic literacy. The program was conducted at PERMAI Pulau Pinang, Malaysia, involving 30 participants from the Indonesian diaspora community, including students and youth members. The implementation used participatory and educational approaches through interactive training, group discussions, and hands-on practice. The results indicate a significant improvement in participants’ understanding and skills, with an average post-training score increase of 80%. Participants demonstrated more effective English communication, ethical behavior in digital activities, and better financial management awareness. The multidisciplinary approach proved effective in shaping an adaptive young generation with strong ethical values and economic empowerment. This program serves as a model for empowering Indonesian diaspora communities to face the challenges of the digital transformation era.

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Author Biographies

Syaila Syaila, Universitas Bosowa

Universitas Bosowa, Makassar City, South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia
Syawal Amirul Syah, Universitas Almarisah Madani

Universitas Almarisah Madani, Makassar City, South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia
Hikmawati Ribi, Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar

Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar, Makassar City, South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia
Andi Hakib, Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar

Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar, Makassar City, South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia
Kaswalia Kaswalia, Universitas Almarisah Madani

Universitas Almarisah Madani, Makassar City, South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia

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