The Strategic Role of the Student Intra-School Organization (OSIS) in Fostering Religious Moderation in Madrasahs

Abstract

Religious moderation has become a central agenda in Indonesian education, particularly within madrasahs, which are expected to integrate religious commitment with social harmony and civic responsibility. This study examines the strategic role of the Student Intra-School Organization (OSIS) in fostering religious moderation among students in madrasahs. Using a qualitative library-based approach, this research analyzes policy documents, scholarly articles, and empirical studies related to religious moderation, student organizations, and Islamic education. The findings show that OSIS functions as a vital medium for internalizing moderation values through peer leadership, democratic organizational practices, character education, and life skills development. Through structured programs and daily organizational interactions, OSIS translates abstract principles of moderation—such as balance, tolerance, justice, and inclusivity—into concrete student experiences. Moreover, OSIS strengthens the integration of religious values with national identity and social responsibility, contributing to a harmonious school culture. The study concludes that OSIS is not merely a complementary extracurricular body, but a strategic educational instrument that plays a significant role in shaping moderate, inclusive, and socially responsible students within madrasahs.