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Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic severely impacted various sectors, including cooperatives that support community economies. In response, Amanah Galunggung Cooperative in Tasikmalaya implemented Sharia-compliant social programs to support local economic resilience and community welfare. This study examines the cooperative's strategic use of Sharia principles in addressing the socioeconomic challenges of the pandemic.

Methods: This research uses a qualitative field study approach, collecting data through interviews, observations, and documentation. The focus is on evaluating the effectiveness of Sharia-based programs such as health services, micro-business support, and community welfare efforts conducted during the pandemic.

Results: The findings indicate that the cooperative’s programs—such as sanitation drives, scholarships, basic health services, and BPUM (Micro Business Productive Assistance)—significantly contributed to sustaining local livelihoods. These initiatives not only provided practical support but also reflected core Islamic values of justice, compassion, and shared responsibility, enhancing both economic and social resilience.

Discussion: The study reveals that by applying Sharia principles—emphasizing equitable wealth distribution and social justice—the cooperative was able to create impactful, ethical responses to crisis. The integration of Islamic economic ethics into cooperative strategies demonstrates a viable model for faith-based community empowerment during global disruptions.

Conclusion: Sharia-compliant social programs by Amanah Galunggung Cooperative played a pivotal role in strengthening community welfare and economic stability amid the COVID-19 crisis. The study affirms the relevance of Islamic economic principles in guiding cooperative responses during emergencies.

Introduction: This study aims to analyze operational risks at Puree Pastrybakery in Wanareja District, Cilacap Regency, Central Java, using a Sharia-based risk management approach. The research investigates risks in production, distribution, and marketing processes that may affect the bakery’s operations and business sustainability.

Methods: A qualitative approach with a case study design was employed in this research. Data were collected through direct observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation.

Results: The study identifies various risks, including production defects due to material imbalance, delivery delays affecting customer satisfaction, and limited promotional opportunities due to the bakery’s less strategic location. The results show that applying Sharia principles, specifically hifz al-mal (protection of wealth) and hifz al-nafs (protection of life), effectively helps mitigate these risks. This approach reduces raw material waste, maintains product quality, and ensures customer trust.

Discussion: The application of Sharia principles also ensures transparency in the production process and supports sustainable innovation within the bakery. By aligning operational practices with Sharia values, the business can achieve long-term sustainability while minimizing risks in various operational areas.

Conclusion: The implementation of Sharia-based risk management practices proves effective in managing operational risks at Puree Pastrybakery, leading to better risk control and increased business sustainability.

Novelty: The novelty of this research lies in the application of maqashid sharia principles in operational risk management for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), a topic that has not been extensively explored in existing literature.