Strengthening Access to Justice through Legal Aid Institutions and Community Legal Empowerment for People Facing Legal Problems

Muhammad Syafiq; Rusdiyah Rusdiyah; Yudi Kamil; Syahrida Syahrida; Sofyan Munawar

doi:10.62568/jocs.v4i4.933

Authors

Muhammad Syafiq Institut Agama Islam Darussalam Martapura
Rusdiyah Rusdiyah UIN Antasari Banjarmasin
Yudi Kamil STAI Yamisa Soreang Bandung
Syahrida Syahrida Universitas Lambung Mangkurat
Sofyan Munawar Universitas Darunnajah

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.62568/jocs.v4i4.933

Keywords:

Access to Justice, Legal Aid, Community Empowerment, Legal Literacy, Legal Protection

Abstract

This community engagement activity aimed to strengthen access to justice by increasing community awareness of legal aid institutions and empowering people facing legal problems. Limited understanding of legal rights, procedures, and available legal assistance can prevent communities from obtaining adequate legal protection. The activity was conducted on June 22, 2026, at Institut Kesehatan Mitra Bunda Batam through legal education and socialization. The implementation involved presentations, interactive discussions, question-and-answer sessions, and practical explanations of the role of legal aid institutions, community legal rights, and procedures for obtaining legal assistance. The activity also emphasized the importance of seeking legal consultation at an early stage when legal problems arise. The results showed increased participant understanding of the functions of legal aid institutions and greater awareness of the importance of protecting legal rights and seeking appropriate assistance. The activity indicates that community-based legal aid education can strengthen legal literacy and empower communities to respond more appropriately to legal problems. Continuous legal education and collaboration with legal aid institutions are recommended to sustain these outcomes and expand community access to justice. Overall, the activity contributes to promoting more inclusive, equitable, and community-oriented access to justice.

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