Child Protection in Islamic Boarding Schools In Madura: A Case Study Policy Implementation and Its Impact on Santri Welfare

Abstract

This study aims to fill the gap in the literature regarding the implementation of child protection policies in pesantren and their impact on student welfare. This research uses a qualitative case study approach to gain an in-depth understanding of implementing child protection policies in pesantren and their impact on student welfare. The data collection involved in-depth interviews with stakeholders in the pesantren, including administrators, teachers, administrative staff, and students. Data analysis was conducted thematically, using an inductive approach, where key findings were developed from the collected data and organized into relevant themes. Pesantren has adopted and implemented comprehensive child protection policies. These pesantren have a clear and written child protection policy. This policy includes guidelines regarding the management of cases of violence, reporting procedures, and mechanisms to protect santri from various forms of abuse. They have established a particular unit or team overseeing the implementation of the child protection policy and are responsible for handling reports and providing sanctions according to the applicable policies. The internal monitoring system includes periodic audits and evaluations to implement the child protection policy well. The recommendations from the research results that can be formulated are as follows: 1) Improved Training and Education, 2) strengthen their institutional structure by establishing a special task force or unit responsible for child protection and santri welfare issues, 3) develop and implement clear and specific child protection policies, including procedures for handling cases of violence and harassment, as well as monitoring and evaluation mechanisms, 4) awareness campaigns on the importance of child protection need to be conducted regularly in pesantren