Transformasi Perempuan Melalui Pelatihan SPA: Kunci Kemandirian Ekonomi dan Kesejahteraan Sosial

Abstract

This research is motivated by the importance of empowering women through improving job skills, which can promote economic independence and strengthen social welfare. Spa training can be an alternative driver of change in women, from technical skills and self-confidence to improving economic aspects in achieving social welfare. This research used a qualitative approach with data collection techniques including observation, semi-structured interviews, and documentation. The research informants were alumni of spa training at LKP Inayah Spa Jember who had participated in the training and experienced its application in their lives. The results show that spa training at LKP Inayah Spa Jember resulted in a real transformation process in alumni. Alumni were able to achieve economic independence, which impacted themselves and their families. With improved economic conditions, women are better able to access a better life and achieve social welfare. Alumni demonstrated a better quality of life through increased self-confidence, broader social relationships, and the ability to participate in their local communities. Therefore, this study concludes that spa training can be key to women's transformation towards economic independence as well as higher-quality and sustainable social welfare.