EFFECTIVENESS OF ZAKAT AND WAQF-BASED ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMME IN IMPROVING THE WELFARE OF THE POOR IN WEST JAVA

Abstract

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of zakat and waqf-based economic empowerment programs by BAZNAS West Java in alleviating poverty. By using quantitative and qualitative approaches, this study measures changes in income levels, economic independence, and satisfaction of program beneficiaries as well as identifying supporting and inhibiting factors for its implementation. The results show that this economic empowerment program has a significant impact on increasing the income and economic independence of beneficiaries, although there are some obstacles in implementation. The findings are expected to be the basis for developing more effective zakat and waqf-based economic empowerment strategies.