Community Knowledge Research Articles

Training In Making Papaya Chips And Tough Chips In Developig Entrepreneurship And Creativity Of The Punggomosi Village Community

The community in Kecamatan Desa/Kelurahan Punggomosi predominantly works as farmers, with papaya being one of the most common crops. Developing papaya into a marketable product is a key part of the KKN (Community Service Program) activities, aimed at broadening the community's knowledge about business and the utilization of local plants, especially for those in need. The program is expected to enhance skills and mental attitudes necessary for personal development. Empowerment through entrepreneurial training serves as a crucial means to provide knowledge and skills related to better family and community life. Ultimately, this training program aims to influence the development of entrepreneurial skills and foster an entrepreneurial spirit, creating independence in both attitude and business.

PENINGKATAN KESADARAN HUKUM MASYARAKAT TERHADAP PENTINGNYA LINGKUNGAN HIDUP YANG BAIK DAN SEHAT DI RT 01/RW 01 KELURAHAN ALAK KECAMATAN ALAK KOTA KUPANG

Although there are a number of regulations that regulate and guarantee human rights to a good and healthy environment, in reality there are still those who live in unhealthy environments such as those experienced by scavengers who live temporarily in tents set up along the Final Processing Site (TPA) and the community living in the RT 01/RW 01 area of ​​Alak Village, Alak District, Kupang City. In carrying out their activities, the community and scavengers wear simple equipment, such as hats, glasses and used shoes and head coverings to avoid heat and dust. Only a few still care about wearing masks and face coverings when carrying out scavenging and managing waste. The results obtained by the community and scavengers are certainly not comparable to the risks or negative impacts that can be caused to health. This activity is motivated by several problems, namely the lack of knowledge and understanding of partners or target communities regarding regulations in the field of environment and health, the lack of knowledge and understanding of partners regarding the negative impacts that can be caused. Therefore, this community service activity aims to provide knowledge and understanding to partners regarding regulations in the field of environment and health, provide knowledge and understanding to partners regarding the negative impacts that can be caused to health. The implementation method consists of observation and problem identification activities, counseling activities, and evaluation. Through counseling activities, partners gain knowledge and understanding of the importance of a good and healthy environment. Furthermore, based on the evaluation results, it is known that this community service activity is running well and satisfactorily, namely by increasing legal awareness for partners

Analysis of Selection Community Knowledge Organic and Inorganic Waste in Silau Village Merawan Dolok Masihul District, Serdang Bedagai

Analysis of the community's knowledge of sorting organic and inorganic waste in Silau Merawan village, Dolok Masihul District, Serdang Bedagai, after carrying out outreach activities, good knowledge can be obtained which has increased by 50%. The aim of this outreach activity is to determine the public's knowledge of sorting organic and inorganic waste. This research method is qualitative in nature where the data collection is primary, with community participation as 30 respondents. The results of the research showed that before providing education to the public, the accuracy rate for good knowledge was only 16.7%, and bad knowledge reached 83.3%. However, after providing counseling to the community, their knowledge increased significantly, where good knowledge reached 50%. Thus, it can be concluded that this counseling is effective so that it can increase public knowledge significantly.

Profile of triple elimination in maternal at Wangaya regional hospital in 2023

Background: Triple elimination is a program implemented by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia, this program was adopted from the World Health Program or WHO to combat the transmission of HIV (Human immunodeficiency virus), syphilis and hepatitis B in pregnant women to their babies The aim of this study of this research is to determine the profile of pregnant women who undergo triple elimination testing. Methods: This study was a descriptive observational study with a retrospective study design. The data was collected from the medical records of pregnant women at Wangaya Regional Hospital from January 2023 to December 2023. Results: In this study involving 101 subjects, in this study, there were 65 people who underwent triple elimination examination and 36 people did not undergo triple elimination. These included HIV with 13 cases (12.8%) and hepatitis b with 4 cases (3.9%) and syphilis with 2 cases (1.98%). Conclusions: The triple elimination screening is a mandatory examination for pregnant women conducted during the first trimester of pregnancy. Pregnant women who do not undergo the triple elimination screening may lack knowledge, sufficient information and proper education and communication from healthcare providers about the triple elimination program. Improving these factors will enhance pregnant women's motivation to utilize and access healthcare services.

Evaluation of Human Resource Performance at the Regional Disaster Management Agency in West Nusa Tenggara Province

Drought is a recurring disaster in West Nusa Tenggara Province, and effective disaster management relies heavily on the performance of human resources. This study aims to evaluate the performance of the human resources at the Regional Disaster Management Agency (Badan Penanggulangan Bencana Daerah, BPBD) in addressing drought disasters in the province. The research employed a descriptive method with a qualitative approach, collecting data through direct observation and documentation. Data analysis followed the document analysis model developed by Miles and Huberman, which involves data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion. The findings indicate that the human resources of BPBD West Nusa Tenggara Province (BPBD-NTB) have been effective in preventing and recording the impacts of drought in the region. Furthermore, BPBD-NTB has implemented comprehensive emergency planning, infrastructure development projects such as dam construction, and public awareness initiatives, including socialization and education programs to enhance community knowledge about drought risks and preventive actions. Reporting mechanisms were also identified as an essential component of employee performance, particularly for addressing ongoing and future drought challenges. Over the past five years, the study found that Central Lombok Regency experienced the most significant impact, with 1,368,652 people affected by drought. This underscores the critical role of human resources in disaster management and mitigation efforts in West Nusa Tenggara Province.

Explaining theory through artistic metaphors, an evaluation of arts-based works created by social science students

What is the potential of arts-based works to help learners grasp complex theoretical insights? In this paper, we discuss the integration of an artistically inspired course in a university curriculum. Social science students created arts-based works to explain the essence of complex social theories. These works were used to communicate theoretical insights to peer students during a presentation session. Through a questionnaire, we analyzed which works scored best in generating a sense of understanding of the theory. We then evaluated the artistic and technical characteristics of the highest and lowest scoring works. Our findings reveal that incorporating material accuracy, connective relations, and a coherent narrative into arts-based science dissemination can enhance engagement with and communication of theoretical knowledge. We therefore encourage educational staff and researchers to consider these characteristics when teaching and disseminating social scientific concepts.

Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Terkait dengan Pentingnya Pemahaman Hak Atas Tanah di Desa Bayur Kota Samarinda

Land is a source of livelihood and subsistence for people and communities, and is considered the most basic human need due to its high value and usefulness in human life. In fact, land and people are closely intertwined. This underscores the importance of land ownership status. However, there are still individuals who are unaware of permanent land rights, such as Hak Milik, Hak Guna Bangunan, Hak Guna Usaha, and Hak Pakai. This research entitled “Community Legal Awareness of the Importance of Understanding Land Rights in Bayur Village, Samarinda City” uses empirical juridical methods and is accompanied by community service through socialization to the community. The aim is to provide explanations and discussions so that Bayur Village residents understand the importance of the ownership status of land rights for their owners, which can be used as a place to live and productive land that is beneficial to the community in Bayur Village. Through legal counseling, PKM activities have been able to increase community awareness and knowledge regarding the importance of understanding land rights in order to prevent disputes over land owned by the community.

Edukasi Pengelolaan Sampah Berbasis Eco enzyme untuk Mengurangi Dampak Pencemaran Lingkungan dan Resiko ISPA di Desa Karangdiyeng Kabupaten Mokokerto

Waste management issues and its environmental and health impacts, particularly Acute Respiratory Infections (ARI), are significant concerns in Desa Karangdiyeng, Kabupaten Mojokerto. A large portion of the community still practices waste burning, which harms both the health and the environment. This community service activity aimed to increase public awareness of environmental pollution risks from waste burning and provide training on creating eco enzymes as an eco-friendly waste management solution. The methods used included seminars on environmental pollution and ARI, as well as practical eco enzyme production training. Results showed a significant improvement in community knowledge, with an average pretest score increasing by 47.5% after attending the seminar and training. Participants were also able to practice making eco enzymes and were given plant seedlings to utilize the eco enzyme as fertilizer. This activity successfully provided benefits by raising awareness of proper waste management and its health impacts, as well as offering practical skills in eco enzyme-based waste management.

The Critical Montessori Model

Despite an increase in race-related Montessori research over the past decade, the Montessori community lacks a unified framework to examine the Montessori Method and its philosophy through a critical racial lens. Without explicit discussions or universal training about race and whiteness, the Montessori Method can be interpreted through a color-blind lens unless scholars and practitioners explicitly use a critical racial perspective. This paper proposes the Critical Montessori Model (CMM), which centers high-fidelity Montessori practice—including the Montessori materials, child development, respect for and relationships with children, and observation as a learning tool—encompassed by critical race theory, as a way for researchers and practitioners to interpret the Montessori Method. This theoretical model critiques systems of whiteness and instead proposes centering the lived experiences and knowledge of the BIPOC community, drawing from theories such as culturally relevant/sustaining pedagogy and community cultural wealth (CCW). The hope is that this model will be the start of calibration among critical Montessori research to unify Montessori practitioners in their interpretations of Montessori education and the possibilities it provides for anti-racist education that centers Black, Indigenous, and other people of color (BIPOC). The paper ends with recommendations for future research using the CMM as a framework and calls for more BIPOC voices to be highlighted in the Montessori research community.

Creative Creatures: Between Art and Anthropology

The visual capture of the world has been an integral part of the formation of ethnology and cultural anthropology since the beginning. It meant not only a source of knowledge of the local community, but especially of the time at which it was created. Sometimes photographs were taken accidentally during research trips as more or less documentary material, which were only superficially analysed and served to visually confirm the investigated state, or were a targeted photo documentation of disappearing phenomena, objects of material culture, ceremonies or genius loci of the researched area. At other times, photographs were created as a result of purposeful research and documentation of selected phenomena. The result of this is an interpretive openness and an effort to find and establish new analytical and interpretive processes that would be able to convey anthropological knowledge more effectively. Is art, or in our specific case artistic photography, usable for research or for interpretation of cultural or anthropological phenomena? We try to find an answer to this question by analysing the collection of photographs of the Creative Creatures project (subtitled Last Survivors) from Papua New Guinea, by art photographer Martin Machaj. We analyse not only its artistic rendering but also the ethnological, anthropological content and message of the work of art.

Integration of ethnoscience and science in making banana cake as a learning media

Banana cake is a type of processed food found among the people in Air Bungkal Village, Hamparan Rawang District, Sungai Penuh City which has developed into a business that can be used as a source of income. The purpose of this study is to analyze and transform the original knowledge of a group or community into scientific knowledge with the concept of science so that it can be a learning medium in biology learning in the community of Air Bungkal Village, Hamparan Rawang District, Sungai Penuh City. The method used in this study is a qualitative method with an exploratory approach with a research flow, namely observation, interviews, and documentation carried out in depth. The results of the study showed that there were several stages in the process of making bananas, starting from the selection of raw materials, processing raw materials, mixing, printing, baking, cutting, decorating with candied fruit, and packaging. The process of processing bananas into banana cakes transforming community knowledge into scientific knowledge with the concept of science can be used as a learning medium in biology that can be implemented for further research.

Colleges as anchors of their communities: emergence and agglomeration

ABSTRACT This paper argues that colleges anchor their communities by developing knowledge and skills within their region; establishing links and exchanges outside the region; contributing to civic, political, cultural, and social activities and networks in their region; developing facilities and amenities used by the community; and, contributing to their region’s economic activity. Particularly important are colleges’ development of shared, collective or communal capacities, since these develop communities as communities, rather than individuals and organisations as discrete members of communities. We use Durkheimian sociology and critical realism to re-interpret the concept of agglomeration which we borrow from economics to trace the evolution of the concept of anchor institutions. Agglomeration is a particular type of emergence of phenomena from the interaction of components, where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. We argue that colleges benefit their communities through the agglomeration of activities and organisations, from which emerge distinctive characteristics of their communities. This leads to the economic, social, and cultural benefits of agglomeration or clustering of activities within a geographic area. The accumulation of knowledge and knowledgeable people in communities increases the sharing of knowledge between people and organisations, and facilitates the generation and diffusion of knowledge.

Toward measuring R&D knowledge management capability: scale development and empirical validation

Purpose This study aims to perceive research and development (R&D) knowledge management from a capability-based view, develops a theoretically grounded construct and empirically validates it within R&D organizational settings. Design/methodology/approach The paper presents a five-step multi-method research design consisting of a literature review, expert interviews and surveys to develop and validate the R&D knowledge management capability scale within R&D organizations. Findings R&D knowledge management capability construct emerges as a three-dimensional construct with dimensions – knowledge creation, communication and commercialization which can be measured through a parsimonious set of items, designed at team levels within R&D organizations. Research limitations/implications R&D managers can use this R&D knowledge management capability scale to measure, compare and develop the knowledge management capabilities of their R&D teams. Originality/value The three dimensions of R&D knowledge management capabilities along with their measurement items are the unique contributions of this study to the knowledge-based view of the firm.

Integrating community knowledge into nature-based solutions for the sustainability of water ecosystem services: insight from local communities in Ecuador

Integrating community knowledge into nature-based solutions for the sustainability of water ecosystem services: insight from local communities in Ecuador

Pengetahuan dan Perilaku Swamedikasi Dispepsia di Masyarakat: Kajian Literatur

Dyspepsia is a syndrome of the upper gastrointestinal tract that can cause symptoms such as heartburn nausea and vomiting that can interfere with the patient's activities. Dyspepsia with mild symptoms can be treated by self-medication. This literature review was conducted to describe the knowledge and behavior of dyspepsia self-medication by the community. A literature review was conducted by searching databases through Google Scholar on the knowledge and behavior of dyspepsia self-medication in the community between 2022-2023 that met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. 10 relevant articles were obtained where 6 studies stated that the community had good knowledge and behavior for dyspepsia self-medication, 2 studies showed good knowledge and poor behavior towards dyspepsia self-medication, 1 study showed a high level of community knowledge and fairly good behavior for dyspepsia self-medication however, there was no relationship between the two and 1 study that had poor knowledge but had good behavior towards dyspepsia self-medication. This indicates that good knowledge will not always be in line with good behavior, nor will good behavior always be in line with good knowledge

Pemanfaatan Pangan Lokal Sebagai Upaya Meningkatkan Ketahanan Pangan Nasional : Dodol Tomat di Desa Margaluyu Kecamatan Pangalengan Kab. Bandung

The utilization of local food resources to enhance national food security has become a primary focus in addressing global challenges such as climate change and international market fluctuations. This outreach activity focuses on the production of tomato dodol in Margaluyu Village, Pangalengan District, Bandung Regency, as a solution to strengthen national food security. Tomato dodol was chosen due to the abundant and nutritionally valuable local tomatoes, which can be processed into healthy and nutritious food products. The goal of this activity is to introduce tomato dodol as a beneficial alternative to broaden the choices of nutritious food consumption while supporting public health. Utilizing a (Community Based Participatory Research) CBPR approach, the activity ensures active community involvement at every stage, improving production and marketing skills. The evaluation and sustainability of the program support local economic development and public health in a sustainable manner. The outcomes of this activity include increased community knowledge about the benefits of tomato dodol, reduced reliance on food imports, and contributions to strengthening national food security through the optimal use of local resources.

Pemberdayaan Masyarakat dalam Meningkatkan Aktivitas Fisik Mencegah Diabetes Melitus di RW 01 Tawangkulon, Kelurahan Tawangsari, Kecamatan Tawang, Kota Tasikmalaya

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic disease characterized by abnormal blood sugar levels whose prevalence is increasing in Indonesia, including in Tasikmalaya City. Based on the Tasikmalaya City Health Office report in 2023, there were 11,782 DM patients, with 744 cases recorded in the Tawang Health Center working area. Tawangsari Village, namely RW 01, has health problems related to DM where people are less aware of the importance of implementing a healthy lifestyle, especially doing physical activity and limited posyandu services. The purpose of this “SEMANGGI” program is to increase community knowledge and awareness about DM prevention through education and joint gymnastics. The method used was participatory-based, involving health education through lectures, questions and answers, and the completion of pre-test and post-test to measure knowledge improvement. In addition, joint exercises designed to support a healthy lifestyle were conducted. Evaluation results showed a significant increase in community knowledge scores from an average of 2.65 in the pre-test to 4.45 in the post-test (p<0.001). This program demonstrates the effectiveness of participatory-based community empowerment in improving knowledge and promoting a healthy lifestyle to prevent DM. The sustainability of activities like this is needed to optimize its positive impact on public health.

Carbon territoriality at the land-water interface

Large volumes of organic carbon are stored in wetland ecosystems such as mangrove forests, peatlands, salt marshes and seagrass meadows. Efforts to mitigate anthropogenic climate change are transforming the governance of these naturally saturated carbon sinks. Scientific and market valuations of wetlands as carbon have prompted diverse experimentation with carbon sequestration projects and offset programs. These activities may displace wetland-reliant communities and add to societal equalities. This perspective paper develops the concept of carbon territoriality to explore emerging spaces of climate governance in wetlands. It moves beyond terra-centric policy debates tied to fixed and flat landscapes by integrating literature on the dynamic (sub)surface and atmospheric territorial dimensions of carbon. It posits that combining scientific knowledge of fixed carbon stocks with the inherited knowledge of coastal and riparian communities about fluid land–water connections could foster more inclusive and equitable forms of climate stewardship within biogeophysically relevant boundaries.

How can coworking spaces promote knowledge sharing among coworkers: an identification-based perspective

Purpose Coworking spaces provide coworkers significant opportunities to connect, share knowledge, learn from each other and innovate. Yet, there is hardly any research literature on how coworking spaces support this. This paper examines how coworking spaces can promote knowledge sharing among coworkers to support innovation and develops a conceptual framework for the same. Design/methodology/approach This paper brings together literature from the fields of coworking spaces, communities of practice, identification and knowledge sharing to develop a conceptual framework. Findings Coworking space managers can drive specific activities to promote a sense of community among coworkers. This can create identification with the coworking community and with the coworking space, leading to higher propensity to collaborate, share knowledge and work together to innovate. Research limitations/implications This paper proposes a conceptual framework that can be further examined through qualitative and quantitative research. Practical implications This paper suggests specific activities which coworking space managers can undertake to promote learning and innovation – important motivations for people to use coworking spaces. This will also help coworking spaces to make a strong business case and differentiate themselves from competitors. Originality/value Since coworking spaces bring together people from varied backgrounds who belong to diverse organizations and work on varied domains, nudging them to share knowledge is difficult. This paper is one of the first attempts at developing a framework to promote knowledge sharing in coworking spaces.

Blockchain in Agroecological Certifications: Innovation and the Challenges of Socio-Environmental Autonomy in the Face of Technological Colonization

Objective: This article explores the application of blockchain in agroecological certifications, through the theoretical framework of Socially Disruptive Technologies (SDTs), focusing particularly on technosocial disruption, examining how these innovations transform technical processes and the social and cultural dynamics involved. Theoretical Framework: The theoretical foundation relies on Bruno Latour’s Actor-Network Theory (ANT), which considers technology as an active actor in socio-technical networks. In this context, blockchain is analyzed as a tool that can modify interactions among farmers, consumers, and certifiers. This perspective incorporates discussions proposed by Jürgen Habermas and Herbert Marcuse to explain the risks of technological colonization and instrumental rationality, which may occur when technologies like blockchain are implemented without regard for traditional knowledge and local practices. Method: Using a qualitative approach and integrative literature review, the research addresses local governance and the risks of technological colonization through observation in rural communities. Results and Discussion: The results suggest that the disruptive blockchain technology can promote greater transparency and traceability, yet it also presents challenges to the socio-environmental autonomy of rural communities. The social and cultural context of these communities needs to be respected, and blockchain implementation should promote participatory governance that values local knowledge. Research Implications: This study discusses how the results may be applied or influence practices in the field of agroecology, highlighting the consequences for governance and local autonomy. These implications span areas such as participatory governance, the management of disruptive technologies in agricultural practices, and the preservation of socio-environmental autonomy in certification systems. The research proposes a hybrid governance model for the implementation of socially disruptive technologies, ensuring that they are used as support tools rather than as replacements for local practices. Originality/Value: This study contributes to essential reflections on transformations occurring in agroecology by exploring the interaction between socially disruptive technologies (SDTs) and their interconnections with environmental autonomy. The research takes a critical perspective on the impacts of SDTs on the traditional practices and knowledge of rural communities. Additionally, it offers an approach that balances technological innovation and the preservation of sustainable practices, thereby promoting the ethical and inclusive use of emerging technologies in agroecological certification and production, serving as a reference for future policies and sustainability practices.