Progress In Social Development

THE EXISTENCE OF THE AGGALARA’ TRADITION IN PASSUNNA’ CEREMONY IN JENEPONTO, SOUTH SULAWESI

Henri Henri — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0700

This research aims to explore the existence of the aggalara’ tradition in the passunna’ ceremony, focusing on its historical background and its rhythm of implementation in the modern era in Balangloe Village, Binamu Subdistrict, Jeneponto Regency. This research employs a qualitative approach, with data collection methods including observation, interviews, and documentation. The structural theory of functionalism AGIL Talcott Parsons is used as an analytical knife to explore this research. The results reveal that the aggalara’ tradition in the passunna’ ceremony is a cultural heritage passed down from ancestors and has been practiced from ancient times to the present through generations. The aggalara’ tradition is led by a specific individual trusted by the local community, believed to be a successor mystically appointed by tau allenguk. All residents of Balangloe Village do not practice this tradition; instead, it is maintained only by a portion of the community who specifically believe that the aggalara’ tradition is an ancestral heritage that must be preserved. The advancement of modern times has also influenced the community's logic, leading to the perception that not all traditions need to be perpetuated.

THE UTILIZATION OF DIGITAL INFLUENCERS AS A PROMOTION STRATEGY FOR THE KAYUTANGAN HERITAGE AREA OF MALANG CITY

Irma Mufita Yulistiowati, Feriz Rizki Aditya, Rochmad Effendy — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0700

Kayutangan Heritage in Malang City is one of the historical tourist destinations that has great potential to attract tourists, especially millennials and Gen Z who are active on social media. This paper aims to provide a strategy scheme for the manager of Kayutangan Heritage tourist area, to be more active in utilizing the role of digital influencers as part of the strategy to attract tourists, based on the content they share on social media. The purpose of this study is to analyze strategies in establishing relationships with digital influencers in the Kayutangan Heritage area. Using a qualitative approach, this research involved in-depth interviews with influencers, area managers, and tourism industry experts. The results showed that collaboration with digital influencers can increase visibility and build a positive image of the area through creative content that is authentic and relevant to the target audience. The research also revealed that an effective relationship with influencers requires open communication, a deep understanding of each party's values and characteristics, and a clear agreement on goals and expectations. By establishing strong and sustainable relationships, Kayutangan Heritage area can strengthen its appeal and achieve broader promotional goals in today's digital era.

IMPLEMENTATION OF FAMILY FUNCTIONS IN SINGLE FATHERS IN KAMPAR, RIAU PROVINCE

Anna Zahirah, Yoskar Kadarisman — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 14:24:51 +0700

This research aims to show how single fathers are carrying out family functions from five existing family functions. This research was conducted in Kota Baru Village, Tapung Hilir District, Kampar Regency in Riau Province with a focus on the implementation of family functions in a single area. In this study, the method used is qualitative descriptive, where data is collected through documentation and in-depth interviews. From the results of the research conducted, it was found that in the implementation of family functions, they (single fathers) can carry out these functions even though they are not optimal due to various obstacles they face. The obstacles they experience are obstacles in managing working time with time taking care of the household, multitasking obstacles where single fathers are somewhat minimal related to these skills, obstacles in skills in taking care of children, especially related to the needs of girls. From the results of this study, It can be concluded that in the implementation of family functions carried out by single fathers in Kota Baru Village, especially by five (5) subjects/informants with five (5) family functions, they are all carried out or carried out by each of them in a different way even though it is not optimal due to various existing obstacles. Except for the economic function which is one of the decisive aspects in carrying out other functions, although they carry it out, the way they carry it out depends on their economic conditions.

ECOSYSTEM MANAGEMENT AND IMPACT OF JATIGEDE RESERVOIR CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES IN THE POLITICAL ECOLOGY PERSPECTIVE

Rinrin Haryanti, Kunkun Kobul Kurniawan — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 14:19:37 +0700

Jatigede Reservoir construction activities in Sumedang Regency have an impact on various aspects. The purpose of this research is to reveal the impact of Jatigeda reservoir development on ecological and community socio-economic aspects. The research method is descriptive with a qualitative approach through observation and in-depth interviews. The results of the research show that significant changes occurred in the conversion of agricultural land and settlements to stagnant water flows. Meanwhile, changes in society lives have been identified as changes in livelihoods, shifts in living habits and cultural customs, as well as psychological impacts. This especially happens to directly affected communities. So that management can be carried out through a political ecology perspective approach, namely with an integrated collaborative pattern between the central government, regional governments and affected communities. The political ecology approach used in this research focuses on environmental political aspects with ecological and social impacts.

EVALUATION OF FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES DIGITALIZATION IN JAMBI CITY WITH "SIMERAH KOJA" MOBILE APPLICATION

Uswatun Asiah, Revi Jeane Putri — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 16:40:24 +0700

This study aims to evaluate digital-based public services through the mobile application "SiMerah Koja" in fire and rescue services by the Jambi City government. Jambi City has a high population density that has a high potential for fire. One of the factors for the slow handling of fires is the lack of utilization of technology, so the Jambi city government is committed to creating effective and efficient services by digitizing public services. This research uses descriptive qualitative methods. Determination of informants in this study was carried out using purposive sampling technique, namely taking informants who were in accordance with the research focus. Data were obtained through interviews, observations, and documentation which were then analyzed by researchers. The results showed that the digitization of public services in fire and rescue services in Jambi city using the SiMerah Koja mobile application was still not optimal and experienced several obstacles. First, the lack of government socialization to the public regarding the SiMerah Koja mobile application. Second, the lack of digital literacy of citizens. Third, the quality of the SiMerah Koja mobile application system is not optimal.

OPEN DATA USAGE AND DIGITAL LITERACY LEVEL OF PEOPLES IN TANGERANG REGENCY

Ahmad Khumaeni Zhakaria, Ray Septianis Kartika, Nurkholish Majid — Fri, 31 Jan 2025 21:18:26 +0700

The era of digitalization requires an innovative and accountable government. Tangerang Regency has a variety of applications that are realized to accelerate services and good governance as a whole. One of them is through open government data, which is easily accessible by any party to achieve a goal, namely transparency and disclosure of information. The purpose of this study is to determine the level of digital literacy of the community and the extent of their use of the open data portal. This research uses a mixed method with quantitative analysis using a Likert scale. The population and sample of the study were the people of Tangerang district aged between 18 and 60 years old, domiciled in Tangerang, and had used the district's open data portal. The results of this study indicate that although most people in Tangerang district have relatively high digital literacy skills, they still do not fully utilize this tool in the context of using the open data portal. This is due to several factors such as lack of public awareness, socialization from the government, and features that are not fully optimized.

TLOCOR MARINE TOURISM-LUSI ISLAND AS A MEANS OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION AND EMPOWERMENT OF THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY IN SIDOARJO

Pandu Rudy Widyatama, Muhajir Taslikhan, Nuril Huda — Fri, 31 Jan 2025 22:08:57 +0700

Tlocor Marine Tourism-Lusi Island, located in Sidoarjo, East Java, is an ecotourism destination that combines environmental conservation and local community empowerment. This study aims to analyze the role of tourism in the context of environmental conservation and empowerment of the surrounding community. The data were collected through field observations, interviews with five main informants (tourism coordinators, POKDARWIS members, and local communities), and documentation. In addition, numerical data were also added, including visitor information, community participation levels, economic influence, and environmental benefits to strengthen the analysis. The results of the study show that the Mangrove ecosystem is well maintained, functioning as a tourist attraction as well as a buffer for the coastal ecosystem. However, inadequate transportation access, lack of digital promotion, and low community participation are the main challenges. Nevertheless, the existence of this tourism has increased environmental awareness and created economic opportunities for the local community. With infrastructure support, better promotion, and optimal community involvement, Tlocor Marine Tourism-Lusi Island has great potential to develop into a leading ecotourism destination. Finally, this study emphasizes the importance of collaborative efforts between environmental conservation and community empowerment in sustainable ecotourism management.

BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION IN INDONESIAN COASTAL AREAS: ISSUES, CHALLENGES, AND MODERNISING GOVERNANCE

Ahmad Izudin, Rahadiyand Aditya, Lathiful Khuluq — Sat, 01 Feb 2025 16:39:23 +0700

The role of stakeholders has attractively expanded, with agencies like the private and public sectors using the analysis of many challenges in biodiversity conservation. This paper explores the findings from programs of a biodiversity park called Taman Keanekaragaman Hayati (KEHATI) that have been experienced with the sharing of division work to promote a sustainable development goal, including Indramayu governments and Polytama in Indonesia. The article reflects on the changing role of stakeholders to deliver conserving biodiversity: what are problems and why these party of stakeholders should be transformed. This research aims to analyze the current conditions related to biodiversity conservation, the challenges faced, and the necessary governance changes to ensure effective conservation efforts. Field findings indicate that biodiversity conservation efforts are confronted with significant conflicts of interest. In addition, researchers discovered that development impact can be enhanced when governing rules are modernized. Complementary support is often necessary to reduce many challenges in endangered coastal area and support innovations that leads to governance transformation.

SOCIAL FORESTRY BUSINESS GROUP (KUPS) MARGO RUKUN BESTARI: THE TRANSFORMATION FROM POACHER TO CONSERVATIONIST

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 17:13:50 +0700

This study aims to explain the impact of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program initiated by PT Pertamina Geothermal Energi Tbk (PGE) Ulubelu Area through a social forestry approach on the Margo Rukun Bestari Social Forestry Business Group (KUPS) in Ulubelu District, Tanggamus Regency, Lampung Province. This research uses a quantitative description method. This program prioritizes a circular interaction approach that includes profit and non-profit activities. The results showed that communities once involved in forest destruction activities are now transforming into proactive environmental conservationists. KUPS members, who are mostly former forest hunters, have succeeded in educating and inviting the surrounding community to be more aware of the importance of sustainable forest product management. The program has increased coffee farming productivity, improved degraded land, and increased community income. This initiative is a relevant model to be adapted in other regions with similar conditions.

STAKEHOLDER PERSPECTIVES ON THE SATISFACTION OF VILLAGE FINANCIAL GOVERNANCE IN SERANG REGENCY

Eko Prasetyo, Hunainah Hunainah, Rachmat Maulana — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 13:53:39 +0700

This study analyzes stakeholder satisfaction towards village financial governance in Serang Regency. A quantitative approach was employed, involving a survey of 400 respondents from various villages selected purposively based on Article 16 of the Ministry of Villages, Development of Disadvantaged Regions, and Transmigration’s Regulation No. 21 of 2020. The data were collected using questionnaires with a Guttman scale. The research findings indicate that 59% of respondents are dissatisfied with village financial management, while 41% express satisfaction. The study highlights that public satisfaction towards financial governance is influenced by information transparency, participation in decision-making, program distribution, and direct benefits received. Male respondents report higher satisfaction than females due to more intensive involvement in village activities. Active participation enhances expectations and overall satisfaction among residents. However, disparities in benefit distribution of programs remain a challenge. To improve satisfaction, village governments must enhance transparency, increase community participation, and ensure a more equitable and impactful distribution of programs. The implications of this study emphasize the importance of improving village financial governance by strengthening transparency, fostering community engagement, ensuring fair program distribution, and enhancing community support to increase stakeholder satisfaction in financial management.

MARKETING STRATEGY OF THE KAIN TENUN MICRO, SMALL, AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES IN WISATA KAMPUNG TENUN, SAMARINDA CITY

Sandra Febriyani, Novita Surya Ningsih — Fri, 07 Feb 2025 17:31:13 +0700

The Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises “Cahaya Samarinda” is one of the pioneers in the weaving industry development in Samarinda. The Cahaya Samarinda only did their marketing through words of mouth. The purpose of this study was to determine and identify the marketing strategies used by Cahaya Samarinda in Tenun Tourism Village. This study used the 4P marketing concept by Philip Kotler. The four elements, which were product, price, place, and promotion, were used as an analytical framework to identify how Cahaya Samarinda as an MSME managed its tenun fabric products, determined selling prices, carried out promotional activities, and chose distribution channels. This research is descriptive qualitative, with informants selected by using purposive sampling. Data analysis includes data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study showed that Cahaya Samarinda had advantages in product quality at affordable prices. However, this MSME still had room to widen the market range through the use of social media and participation in exhibitions. Although the location of the store was not strategic, high-quality products and good service became the main attractions for customers.