Bridging the Waqf and Youth Capacity Building: A Systematic Review in the Context of Islamic Socioeconomic Empowerment
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Waqf, Youth Capacity Building, Islamic Economy, Socio-Economic Empowerment, Systematic Literature ReviewAbstrak
The objective of this research is to investigate the strategic significance of waqf in the context of youth capacity enhancement as an integral component of Islam-oriented socioeconomic empowerment. Employing a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) methodology that adheres to the PRISMA protocol, a comprehensive analysis of 37 peer-reviewed articles published from 2010 to 2025 was conducted to elucidate predominant themes, implementation frameworks, and the obstacles associated with the integration of waqf in youth development initiatives. The findings indicate that waqf, particularly in its productive and educational forms, plays a pivotal role in augmenting skill development, fostering entrepreneurship, and enhancing economic engagement among youth. Novel paradigms such as micro-waqf for vocational training and crowdfunded digital waqf are increasingly being operationalized in various Muslim-majority nations. Furthermore, partnerships among waqf institutions, educational entities, and youth organizations have been demonstrated to bolster the effectiveness of these programs. Nevertheless, challenges persist, notably in the form of inadequate waqf literacy within the younger demographic and the restricted managerial capabilities of nazhir. The research advocates for the establishment of specialized regulations governing waqf for youth, the enhancement of nazhir competencies, and the incorporation of digital technologies into waqf management practices. This study contributes to the existing body of literature on Islamic economics and paves the way for empirically-driven advanced research aimed at assessing the efficacy of waqf models in empowering the younger populace.
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