Harnessing Collective Capacities: A Sociological Exploration of Stakeholder Contributions in Community-Based Environmental Stewardship and Empowerment

Abstract

This study examines the role of diverse stakeholders in the Kampung Harmoni Empowerment Program, a community-based initiative aimed at environmental preservation in Indonesia. It utilizes Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) to examine the contributions of the local community, the Environmental Agency (DLH), and CSR PT Indaco Warna Dunia, as they navigate the complexities of sustainable community development. The stakeholders' contributions are categorized into five types: physical labor, financial resources, material resources, moral support, and decision-making. Utilizing social capital theory, collective action theory, and the theory of planned behavior, the study provides a detailed analysis of the contributions and their impact on the program's success. The results reveal that the community's investment in social capital, the collective action exhibited by all stakeholders, and the moral guidance and motivation provided have fostered a communal vision for environmental preservation and community empowerment. This intricate interplay of stakeholder contributions provides a robust model for sustainable community development. The study concludes that successful community-based environmental preservation programs necessitate collaboration, shared resources, and an underpinning of sociological understanding. The findings provide valuable insights for similar initiatives and underscore the power of community-led, multi-stakeholder collaboration for sustainable development. This research enriches the field of sociology by providing an in-depth examination of how the collective efforts of various stakeholders can result in the effective management and preservation of the environment.