The Forest Management Policy and its Influence in Forest area Utilization and Empowering Forest Communities in Yogyakarta

Abstract

PurposeThis study wanted to test and determine the impact of implementing forest management policies based on the Forest Management Unit’s role in forest areas and community empowerment in Yogyakarta. MethodThe method used in this study used qualitative research with data sources obtained through surveys with variable measurement results. Samples were taken based on the forest area of the Yogyakarta area seen from the forest planning and management plans as well as the culture of the people in the Yogyakarta area itself. The analysis used also uses Stakeholder Analysis to define the parties who influence this research. ResultResearch results showed that the village community, as a local institution, can collaborate and interact with external parties to develop the local institution. Policies made to develop collaborative activities do not fully accommodate existing situations and conditions. Therefore, collaborative activities require various strategies and innovations to maintain the sustainability of cooperation. Collaborative activities recognize local institutions in forest management. Empowerment of local community using clear design principles will last long and capable of adapting to environmental changes. The success of community institution management does not rely on the institution’s sustainability since community institutions have prevailed through various crises for an extended period. OriginalityThis research is expected to contribute to the efforts on increasing forested areas in forest management policies for Community Empowerment in Indonesia.