Factors Determining The Success Of Women's Empowerment In Indramayu

Abstract

This study investigates the socio-economic determinants affecting the empowerment of female former migrant workers by examining the roles of individual characteristics, prior experience, program involvement, mentoring, and religiosity. Utilizing a quantitative approach centered on the SEM-PLS statistical method, the research seeks to map the causal relationships between these variables to identify what drives successful reintegration. The findings reveal three critical pathways to success: first, a participant's prior experience serves as a foundational asset that significantly predicts empowerment outcomes; second, active involvement in empowerment programs acts as a catalyst that enhances the quality of mentoring received; and third, effective mentoring serves as a direct and significant driver of overall success. Ultimately, the model suggests that for former migrant workers, the synergy between personal history, active engagement, and structured guidance is more pivotal to empowerment than religiosity or demographic traits alone.