Depok, November 19, 2025 — The Islamic Banking Study Program at SEBI Institute, in collaboration with BMT Muamalah Mandiri and BAZNAS Kota Depok, has kicked off the Pembinaan Penerima Manfaat Program SRIPEK (Srikandi Pejuang Ekonomi Keluarga). The event, held on the SEBI Institute campus, welcomed 75 beneficiaries from BAZNAS.

The session commenced with remarks from Rovi Octaviano Vustany, S.P, M.Si, Vice Chairman II of BAZNAS Kota Depok, who emphasized that the SRIPEK Program aims to empower beneficiaries to become self-reliant entrepreneurs. His speech inspired enthusiasm among the participants and highlighted the importance of inter-agency collaboration in strengthening community economic empowerment.

Dr. Endang Ahmad Yani SE., MM., the Chair of BAZNAS Kota Depok, presented the training material. He elaborated on the concept and inception of the SRIPEK program, outlining the tangible benefits experienced by the community. He highlighted the necessity of understanding basic financial management, cash flow recording, and digital marketing strategies. Dr. Endang also addressed common challenges faced by SMEs, such as consistency in production, the need for separating personal and business finances, and a lack of understanding of consumer behavior.

He reiterated that the campus's involvement aligns with the Tridharma Perguruan Tinggi framework, where academics and practitioners actively contribute to enhancing human resource capacity and developing evidence-based business strategies. The goal of this assistance is not only to broaden participants' knowledge but also to provide concrete solutions for the micro-enterprises run by the beneficiaries.

In addition to the training sessions, the event featured a bazaar showcasing various products from SRIPEK beneficiaries, which received a warm response from attendees. Students enthusiastically participated by purchasing and appreciating the local products on display. The bazaar served as a testament to the market potential of these products and underscored the importance of ongoing development.

With high enthusiasm during both the training sessions and the bazaar, this program aims to provide a tangible boost to participants, empowering them to become more independent, resilient, and able to improve their family welfare through sustainable enterprises.