Economic Independence Strategy of Nahdlatul Ulama
By Dr. Abdul Wadud Nafis, LC., MEI Nahdlatul Ulama (NU), as the largest Islamic organization in Indonesia, holds a strategic role in improving the welfare of the people. However, global challenges require NU to establish a strong and sustainable economic independence. Economic independence is not merely a goal but an urgent necessity for NU to support various community programs without relying on external parties. Through the right strategies, NU can optimize its potential in pesantren (Islamic boarding schools), cooperatives, micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), as well as the management of waqf (endowment) and zakat (alms). This approach will strengthen the community's economy, foster solidarity, and build independence based on Islamic values. NU plays a significant role in the social and religious life of Indonesian society. However, in the era…