STRENGTHENING THE ROLE OF ZISWAF IN EFFORTS TO ACCELERATE ECONOMIC GROWTH CONTRIBUTION IN INDONESIA

Abstract

Strengthening the management of ZISWAF as one of the main pillars of Islamic teachings has great potential
to improve social welfare and economic growth in Indonesia. This study aims to explore the implementation of
ZISWAF in Indonesia, focusing on the challenges faced and its prospects in the future. The design of this study is a
qualitative type with the aim of descriptive analysis based on primary and secondary data from related literature, in-
depth interviews were conducted with policy makers and zakat practitioners to obtain in-depth research results. The
research findings identify several key challenges, such as lack of awareness of zakat obligations, lack of transparency
in zakat management, and regulatory complexity that affects the effectiveness of zakat distribution. However, there are
also bright prospects in the use of information technology to improve zakat collection, distribution, and supervision
more efficiently and transparently. This study also highlights the need for closer collaboration between the government,
financial institutions, and civil society in improving the effectiveness and fairness of zakat distribution in Indonesia.
This study contributes to understanding the dynamics of zakat implementation in Indonesia and provides policy
recommendations to enhance the role of zakat in economic and social development in the future