THE VALUE OF JAVANESE ETHNIC LEADERSHIP AND ITS RELEVANCE TO THE FUTURE DEVELOPMENT TREND OF EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Abstract

Javanese leadership was characterized by a rich culture and traditional Javanese values. Java was one of the tribes in Indonesia that has a strong cultural heritage, including in the field of leadership. In the Javanese tradition, leaders were regarded as figures who were respected and made role models by the community. In Javanese leadership there were several mottos or sentences that were often used. The mottos and sentences described the principles and values espoused in Javanese leadership, which involve humility, wisdom, consensus, concern for the people, and loyalty. Literature study on Javanese leadership was conducted to understand the principles, values, and characteristics of leadership that emerged in Javanese culture. This literature study helped in exploring a deeper understanding of the history, traditions, and worldviews that underlie Javanese leadership. Through the study of literature on Javanese leadership, we could gain deeper insight into the cultural, philosophical, and ethical aspects that underlie leadership in Javanese society. This can make a valuable contribution in the context of sustainable leadership development based on a rich cultural heritage. In the current Merdeka Belajar, the pioneering trend of Javanese leadership by Ki Hajar Dewantara emphasized the importance of continuity in self-development and enthusiasm to motivate others. In the context of education, the motto Ing Ngarsa Sung Tulada, Ing Madya Mangun Karsa, Tut Wuri Handayani could inspire educational leaders to continue to improve the quality of education and inspire all education activists.