Nisrina Amani Taufik, Atina Shofawati

Determinants of Students’ Green Waqf Intentions

Introduction

Determinants of students’ green waqf intentions. Analyze factors influencing Islamic Economics students' Green Waqf intentions: knowledge, religiosity, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control. Learn strategies to boost sustainable waqf participation.

Abstract

Green Waqf is the use of waqf assets to support environmental sustainability and provide social and economic benefits. Its success depends on the intention of the community, including students who have high concern for environmental issues. This research analyzes the factors that influence the intentions of Islamic Economics students at Airlangga University to give green waqf, with the variables Attitude, Subjective Norms and Perceived Behavioral Control. Attitudes are influenced by Knowledge and Religiosity. This research uses a quantitative approach with PLS-SEM analysis. Data was obtained from questionnaires distributed to 145 respondents, with a final sample of 127 students. The research results show that Knowledge and Religiosity have a significant positive effect on Attitude. Subjective Norms and Perceived Behavioral Control also have a significant positive effect on Green Waqf Intentions, while Attitude has no significant effect. Therefore, strategies are needed to increase students' intention to engage in green waqf, such as education through social media by involving figures or influencers, as well as encouraging student participation in green waqf activities.

Review

This paper, "Determinants of Students’ Green Waqf Intentions," addresses a highly pertinent and contemporary topic at the nexus of Islamic social finance, environmental sustainability, and youth engagement. The concept of Green Waqf, utilizing philanthropic assets for ecological and societal good, holds significant potential, and understanding the drivers of student intentions is crucial for its long-term viability. The research effectively aims to identify factors influencing Islamic Economics students' intentions to engage in Green Waqf, employing a quantitative methodology that provides valuable insights into this under-researched area, particularly within the Indonesian context. The study is theoretically well-grounded, adapting the Theory of Planned Behavior by incorporating Knowledge and Religiosity as antecedents to Attitude. The findings reveal that both Knowledge and Religiosity significantly enhance Attitude towards Green Waqf, and, importantly, that Subjective Norms and Perceived Behavioral Control directly and positively influence students' intentions. A particularly interesting and somewhat counter-intuitive result is the non-significant effect of Attitude on Green Waqf intentions. This finding challenges conventional TPB applications and offers a unique perspective on the decision-making process in this specific domain, making the study's conclusions thought-provoking and meriting further investigation. The use of PLS-SEM with a sample of 127 students provides a robust analytical framework. While the research offers valuable practical implications, such as leveraging social media and influencers for education and encouraging participation, the intriguing non-significance of Attitude could benefit from a deeper theoretical discussion or qualitative exploration to understand its underlying reasons within this specific cultural and religious context. Additionally, focusing solely on Islamic Economics students from one university might limit the generalizability of the findings; future research could expand the scope to include students from diverse academic backgrounds and institutions, or even explore cross-cultural comparisons. Nonetheless, this paper makes a significant contribution to the nascent literature on Green Waqf, providing a strong foundation for future studies and offering actionable strategies for promoting sustainable philanthropic engagement among young people.

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