The Sharia Economics Student Association (HMPS) of IAIN Bone conducted the Ninth Sharia Economics Caring for the People Movement (GESPERA IX) in Kalibong Village, Sibulue District, Bone Regency, from Monday to Sunday, September 28–October 4, 2026. The activity was one of the student organization's forms of community service and social concern, featuring a range of educational, empowerment, environmental, and village economic development activities.
GESPERA IX was officially opened by the Head of Sibulue District and received enthusiastic support from the local government and community of Kalibong Village. Throughout the program, participants took part in various activities designed to provide benefits to the community while giving students direct experience in engaging and contributing to society.
One of the activities was a ZISWAF Seminar, featuring a speaker from BAZNAS Bone Regency. The seminar provided education on zakat, infaq, sadaqah, and waqf, as well as the importance of managing ZISWAF in community life. In addition, participants received education on climate and environmental issues from the Bone Regency Environmental Agency.
Environmental concern was further demonstrated through the distribution of approximately 200 tree seedlings to the community. The activity was part of an effort to raise awareness of the importance of environmental conservation and the need to address various climate-related issues.
In the economic sector, GESPERA IX participants conducted an industrial visit to learn about local business potential and economic activities in Kalibong Village. A BUMDes empowerment activity was also carried out through the introduction of an innovative product, namely aromatherapy candles, which are expected to provide an alternative for business development while encouraging the creativity and economic potential of the village community.
The GESPERA IX series concluded with a closing ceremony led by the Head of Kalibong Village. The event featured various performances by the participants, including Anggaru, torch dance, musical poetry, and solo singing, serving as both a celebration and an appreciation of the successful completion of the entire program.
Throughout the seven-day implementation, GESPERA IX was carried out successfully and received support from the village government and the people of Kalibong Village. The program provided students with valuable experience in community service while developing their skills in education, social engagement, environmental awareness, and economic empowerment.
Through GESPERA IX, HMPS Sharia Economics of IAIN Bone not only seeks to provide tangible benefits to the community but also encourages students to strengthen their social awareness, communication skills, creativity, teamwork, and ability to apply the principles of Sharia economics in community life.
