Need Analysis of Parenting Application Based on Riau Malay Culture

The role of parents in children’s lives has always been significant, but today’s changing world, face new challenges brought about by shifts society and technology. This study aims to analyze parents’ specific needs for parenting information delivered through research utilized survey methods gathered data from 62 with children aged 0-6 years three districts Riau Province: Pekanbaru, Kampar, Indragiri Hilir. analysis the collected reveals that most prefer digital resources obtaining information, Android being commonly used platform. sought-after includes positive strategies, interaction skills, effective communication techniques. Furthermore, show a preference visual video content when receiving information. It is noteworthy 51.5% have already applications, significant majority (82.3%) remain unaware any applications based on Malay culture. Parents express desire cultural values, which are closely associated Islam, be integrated into practices, as it believed this approach can effectively instil Islamic values children.