Collaboration of Social Institutions in Character Education of Teenagers

This study aims to explore and analyze the collaboration between three key social institutions the Neighborhood Chief, the Tolong Menolong Union (STM), and the Mosque Prosperity Board (BKM)—in shaping youth character in Neighborhood VIII, Panyabungan City. The main objective is to understand how institutional synergy fosters moral awareness, social responsibility, and helps prevent juvenile delinquency through community-based approaches. Using a qualitative approach and a case study method. The research data for this study comes from collaborative activities between three main social institutions: the Head of the Neighborhood Association (RT), the Mutual Aid Association (STM), and the Osque Prosperity Body (BKM)—in shaping the character of adolescents. Primary data sources include field interviews and observations, while secondary data consist of institutional records and relevant literature. Data collection used triangulation, combining interviews, observation, and documentation. Data analysis followed the interactive model by Miles and Huberman: data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. Findings show that active communication, deliberation, and religious activities such as recitations, mutual cooperation, and youth discussions are effective strategies in instilling positive values. Direct involvement of community leaders strengthens social ties and reduces immoral behavior and crime among youth. The study concludes that this collaborative model functions not only as social supervision but also as a key instrument for community-based character education.