Implementation of islamic economic principles in re-skilling and entrepreneurship programs for former workers affected by layoffs
Keywords:
Economics, Islamic economics, Management, RedundanciesAbstract
The increasing phenomenon of layoffs (PHK) across various industrial sectors poses serious challenges to workers’ welfare. This study aims to explore the implementation of Islamic economic principles in re-skilling and entrepreneurship programs as an economic recovery strategy for former workers affected by layoffs. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, this research analyzes Islamic economic concepts such as justice, partnership, productive zakat, and the prohibition of usury in designing sustainable training and entrepreneurship programs. The findings are expected to provide an effective sharia-based empowerment model, enhance economic independence, and minimize the social impacts of layoffs. Moreover, the study is anticipated to serve as a reference for Islamic financial institutions, government bodies, and social organizations in formulating post-layoff workforce empowerment policies.
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