Navigating the Dual Role Conflict of Working Women at UIN KH. Abdurrahman Wahid Pekalongan Based on Human and Islamic Values

Abstract

This research aims to explore and understand how working women at the State Islamic University (UIN) KH. Abdurrahman Wahid Pekalongan navigates the dual role conflict they experience with an approach based on human and Islamic values. Dual role conflict often arises from work demands and family responsibilities, which can cause stress and reduce individual well-being. Using a qualitative approach, this research involved in-depth interviews with twenty-nine (29) working women who work as lecturers and administrative staff at UIN KH. Abdurrahman Wahid Pekalongan. The research results show that working women apply various strategies based on human and Islamic values ​​to overcome multiple role conflicts. These strategies include efficient time management, using technology to support work flexibility, and utilizing social support from family and coworkers. Participants also emphasized the importance of Islamic values ​​such as justice, patience and tawakkal in guiding them to achieve balance between work and personal life. In addition, institutional policies that support employee well-being, such as family leave and flexible working hours, also play an important role in helping them manage multiple roles. This research finds that the integration of human values ​​such as empathy, mutual respect, and justice, along with Islamic values, plays an important role in helping working women navigate multiple role conflicts. Implementation of more family-friendly institutional policies and increased social support in the workplace can further reduce role conflict and improve overall well-being. These findings provide valuable insights for higher education institutions in creating a supportive work environment for working women, as well as showing the importance of integrating human and Islamic values ​​in dual role conflict management.