(AcSES NEWS) The Sharia Economics Club (SEC) in collaboration with the Association of Sharia Economic Students (AcSES) FEB UNAIR held the first discussion entitled Gen Z Discussion (AZD) on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. The activity, which was carried out online via Zoom Meeting, took place at 6:00 PM–8:00 PM WIB and was attended by around 26 active student participants.
This discussion is part of a series of Islamic economic studies initiated by the AcSES 2025 management as a first step in strengthening Islamic economic literacy among the younger generation, particularly active AcSES members. The inaugural meeting featured the theme "Introduction to Sharia Economics," presented by Noka Aljazera Caesario (Mas Alja), a lecturer on the SEC X AZD team.
In his presentation, Mr. Alja outlined the basic understanding of Islamic economics, the main principles of the Islamic economic system, and the urgency of implementing Islamic values in modern economic practices. The material was delivered interactively and received enthusiastic feedback from the participants, as reflected in the dynamic question-and-answer session. To strengthen their understanding, participants also took pre- and post-tests as a form of learning evaluation.
The event also featured a Gen Z Discussion on the topic "Is Islamic Banking More Profitable for the Community Than Conventional Banking?" In this session, participants were divided into two groups, a pro and a con, to present their arguments critically and constructively. This discussion aimed to cultivate critical thinking and build a comprehensive understanding of the Islamic banking system in the contemporary economic context.
The SEC X AZD program provides an inclusive educational space and instills fair and sustainable Islamic economic values.
This inaugural discussion marks a crucial beginning in establishing an active, critical, and sharia-based learning community. Going forward, the series of SEC X AZD activities is expected to continue strengthening understanding and increasing awareness and contributions of the younger generation in building an ethical and inclusive economic system.