Negotiating Religious Identity among Converts in Relationships with Non-Muslim Families in Pampang Cultural Village, Samarinda: A Religious Moderation Perspective

Religious conversion is an experience that involves not only a change in faith but also a process of identity negotiation within family relationships and the broader social environment. This study aims to analyze the religious identity negotiation of converts in their relationships with non-Muslim family members and to identify the practices of religious moderation in Pampang Cultural Village, Samarinda. This research employed a descriptive qualitative approach using field research methods. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation, involving converts, religious figures, and community leaders as information sources. Data validity was examined through triangulation, while data analysis followed the Miles and Huberman model, consisting of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that converts generally experience relatively positive social acceptance within the community, although some initially encounter rejection and disappointment from family members. Over time, family acceptance gradually develops as converts maintain family relationships while upholding their religious beliefs. Religious moderation is reflected in tolerance, national commitment, non-violence, and appreciation of local culture. This study demonstrates that religious identity negotiation is a gradual social process shaped by interpersonal interactions, respect for differences, and the preservation of family relationships.