Introduction: This study investigates and identifies the social, economic, and cultural dimensions of endowment (waqf) in education from the perspective of secondary school managers in Jiroft County. As a traditional Islamic institution, endowment can have extensive impacts on various social, economic, and cultural aspects of society. This research aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of these impacts in the field of education by examining the opinions of educational administrators.
Methodology: The research is qualitative and exploratory, utilizing purposive sampling with ordinary cases. The study's population consisted of all secondary school managers in Jiroft County, with a sample size of 10 participants reached through theoretical saturation. Data were collected using semi-structured interviews, with questions designed based on the research topic. Thematic coding, including open coding, axial coding, and selective coding, was used for data analysis.
Findings: The findings highlight several dimensions of endowment in education. Socially, endowment contributes to reducing class disparities and achieving educational and social justice, enhances social welfare and cooperation, supports and assists the needy, prevents social corruption and disorder, strengthens social bonds, promotes reciprocal social responsibilities, and aids in creating and supporting social institutions. Economically, endowment improves income and productivity, fosters economic empowerment and independence, advances production and poverty alleviation, prevents economic discrimination, revives jobs and creates employment opportunities, and supports progress in industry, agriculture, and animal husbandry. Culturally, endowment promotes cultural flourishing and empowerment, supports educational expansion and library establishment, enhances knowledge and awareness, advances moral development, fosters empathy and cooperation, aids in the dissemination of Islam, and encourages internal purification and the development of positive human traits.
Conclusion: The study provides insights into the various social, economic, and cultural dimensions of endowment within the educational system in Jiroft County. The results indicate that endowment can significantly contribute to reducing social inequalities, enhancing economic independence, and advancing cultural development. These impacts specifically improve educational quality, create job opportunities, and strengthen social and cultural cohesion. The findings offer valuable guidance for educational managers and policymakers in utilizing endowment to enhance the education system.