EMPOWERING MUSLIM YOUTH AND WOMEN IN THE CREATIVE ECONOMY: A DESCRIPTIVE ANALYSIS OF ISLAMIC-BASED ENTREPRENEURIAL DEVELOPMENT

Authors

  • Nadira Salsabila Department of Sharia Economics, Faculty of Islamic Economics and Business, UIN Sultanah Nahrasyiah Lhokseumawe, Indonesia
  • Najjematon Nuri Department of Sharia Economics, Faculty of Islamic Economics and Business, UIN Sultanah Nahrasyiah Lhokseumawe, Indonesia
  • Nurul Wahdini Department of Sharia Economics, Faculty of Islamic Economics and Business, UIN Sultanah Nahrasyiah Lhokseumawe, Indonesia

Keywords:

Islamic entrepreneurship, Muslim youth, women empowerment, creative economy, descriptive analysis

Abstract

This essay examines an Islamic-based entrepreneurial approach to empowering Muslim youth and women in the creative economy. Despite the global growth of the creative industry, Muslim interest, especially women, remains limited due to socio cultural barriers, unequal access to resources, and a lack of financial literacy. Previous studies have emphasized the importance of entrepreneurship education and digital innovation for driving inclusive economic growth, but little research has examined how Islamic ethical principles can foster sustainable and value-driven creative enterprises. Using descriptive analysis, this study examines the trends, challenges, and opportunities currently faced by Muslim youth and women entrepreneurs in Indonesia's creative economy sector.The results show that Islamic values ​​such as amanah (faith), ijtihad (effort), and ukhuwah (solidarity) can increase the motivation, innovation, and resilience of Muslim entrepreneurs. In conclusion, this article argues that encouraging Muslim youth and women to engage in Islamic entrepreneurship is not only a financial endeavor but also a spiritual movement that combines creativity, ethics, and community development.

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Published

2026-05-24

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026): The 4rd International Conference on Shari'ah Oriented Public Policy (ICOSOPP)

Section

Articles