Art As an Inclusive Space: Exploring the Role of “Sekolah Tari Sahabat Istimewa” CSR Program in Strengthening Children With Disabilities
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https://doi.org/10.51278/bce.v6i3.2854Keywords:
Inclusive Art, Educational Csr, Children With Disabilities, Psychosocial, Inclusive DanceAbstract
This study aims to explore the role of Sekolah Tari Sahabat Istimewa (Special Friends Dance School) Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program in strengthening the psychosocial aspects of children with disabilities by approaching art as an inclusive space. Using a qualitative-descriptive method, data were collected through 14 weeks of participatory observation, in-depth interviews with dance instructors, program psychologists, and parents, as well as an analysis of psychosocial assessment documentation. Data analysis was conducted using NVivo through matrix coding, matrix coding query, word cloud, and hierarchy chart techniques to identify developmental patterns across six psychosocial domains, including independence, self-confidence, motor skills, cognition, social interaction, and self-expression. The results indicate that dance art functions as a safe space that allows children with disabilities to express themselves naturally, reduce communication barriers, and stimulate motor coordination and movement memory. The program also strengthened emotional regulation through rhythmic activities, increased the courage to perform, and expanded the children's ability to cooperate and follow social rules. The matrix coding and hierarchy chart findings revealed that the dimensions of emotional stability, motivation, and focusing attention were the most frequently emerging indicators during the training process. The word cloud visualization also confirmed that the concepts of ability, activity, interaction, and motor skills were the most dominant words. Overall, this study demonstrates that art-based interventions within a CSR context have significant potential as a medium for the psychosocial empowerment of children with disabilities, while also contributing to the design of more inclusive and sustainable CSR programs.
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