The Potential of Islamic Education Development through Muhammadiyah Waqf in Magelang
Nurul Syofiyatun, Fahmi Medias

Islamic Economic Law, Universitas Muhammadiyah Magelang

Abstract

As a potential financial instrument, the current waqf has played an important role in solving the social problems of the ummah. Although the management of waqf has been implemented in Indonesia for a long time, it has not had an impact in contributing to the empowerment of the ummah. This study aims to identify and explore a model of educational empowerment through Muhammadiyah waqf in the Magelang and its role in the development of Muhammadiyah Business Charity (AUM). The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative research where the research data is obtained through observation and interviews with the Wakaf Council and the Muhammadiyah Regional Leadership (MWK PDM) Magelang Regency. This study shows that MWK PDM Magelang has managed 306 waqf lands by the end of 2018, 58% of which have been used for educational empowerment with a total of 178 locations and 15% have been used for the development of religious facilities with a total of 45 locations. Empowerment of Muhammadiyah waqf land in educational development carried out by MWK PDM Magelang in the form of land, buildings, goods/vehicles to support the implementation of teaching and learning activities. The results of this study explain that the MWK PDM Magelang Regency has succeeded in making waqf land for educational empowerment, but it has not had a significant impact and is financially independent.

Keywords: Muhammadiyah Waqf- Islamic Education- Magelang

Topic: Economics