Digital Activism in Contemporary Islamic Politics: A Critical Analysis of Social Media's Impact on Islamic Movements

Nibrosu Rohid; Rahma Sugihartati; Bagong Suyanto; Daniel Susilo; Afriul Zikri

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Digital Activism in Contemporary Islamic Politics: A Critical Analysis of Social Media's Impact on Islamic Movements

Authors:

Nibrosu Rohid | Rahma Sugihartati | Bagong Suyanto | Daniel Susilo | Afriul Zikri

Publisher:

Faculty of Sharia, IAIN Metro

Main Topics:

Religion | Humanities | Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice | Social Sciences

Journal:

MILRev: Metro Islamic Law Review Vol.4 Issue 1, pp.0-0

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

1/2025

Document Language:

English

Document ID (Org No.):

2001897222

pISSN:

2986-528X

Abstract:

 This study explores the phenomenon of digital activism within the context of contemporary Islamic politics in Indonesia, focusing on the influence of social media on the dynamics of Islamic movements. Social media has emerged as a new space for political mobilization and religious discourse, enabling Islamic groups to expand their reach, enhance participation, and consolidate support. The study employs a qualitative approach with a critical analysis of the content, strategies, and impacts of social media use by various Islamic movements, ranging from moderate to conservative. The findings reveal that social media serves as a communication tool and a discursive space for shaping identities, conveying political narratives, and mobilizing collective action. On the other hand, the use of social media by Islamic movements also presents challenges, including polarization, misinformation, and the potential for radicalization. The research highlights that digital activism has reshaped the landscape of Islamic politics in Indonesia, with social media as a key catalyst for this transformation. However, its impact must be critically understood within broader social, political, and cultural contexts. These findings significantly contribute to studying Islamic politics and digital transformation in the modern era. The research expands academic literature on contemporary Islamic politics by analyzing the role of social media as a tool for political transformation within Islamic movements in Indonesia. This study offers a fresh perspective on the intersection of religion and digital technology, emphasizing how social media shapes political identity, mobilizes support, and influences public discourse and policy. Academically, this research contributes by providing a nuanced understanding of the digitalization of religious, political movements in a non-Western democratic context, enriching comparative studies on digital activism and political Islam.

Article Details

Digital Activism in Contemporary Islamic Politics: A Critical Analysis of Social Media's Impact on Islamic Movements

Authors: Nibrosu Rohid | Rahma Sugihartati | Bagong Suyanto | Daniel Susilo | Afriul Zikri

Publisher: Faculty of Sharia, IAIN Metro

Main Topics: Religion | Humanities | Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice | Social Sciences

Journal: MILRev: Metro Islamic Law Review Vol.4 Issue 1, pp.0-0

Document Type: Article

Publication Date: 1/2025

Document Language: English

Document ID (Org No.): 2001897222

pISSN: 2986-528X

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Authors:

Nibrosu Rohid | Rahma Sugihartati | Bagong Suyanto | Daniel Susilo | Afriul Zikri

Publisher:

Faculty of Sharia, IAIN Metro

Main Topics:

Religion | Humanities | Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice | Social Sciences

Journal:

MILRev: Metro Islamic Law Review Vol.4 Issue 1, pp.0-0

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

1/2025

Document Language:

English

Document ID (Org No.):

2001897222

pISSN:

2986-528X