Community Views Research Articles

Green Politics in the Political Agenda and Village Development Policies in Batu City

Village head elections (Pilkades) and village development policies are visual windows to see how green politics is implemented. Examining the implementation of Pilkades in three villages in Batu City and 2 years of leadership of the elected village head, this research aims to see the perspective of green politics, whether it is one of the main political agendas for candidates who are competing and policies by elected candidates during their leadership. The three villages were chosen because they have severe environmental damage problems. The research method applied in this study is qualitative and focused on content analysis of text data, both primary data, including observation data, interviews, and FGDs, and secondary data, including candidates' Vision-Mission, reports, news, and village government policies related to environmental protection. The results showed that only in Bulukerto and Sumber Brantas did the village head candidates specifically have a vision of environmental conservation, followed by concrete policies during their two years at the helm. Meanwhile, in Pandanrejo, despite facing the impact of environmental damage, the policies implemented are more focused on short-term economic development and have not systematically integrated nature conservation. Furthermore, the results of this study also show that the need for more awareness of the importance of sustainable conservation policies in Pandanrejo is closely related to the community's view that prioritizes economic and infrastructure issues.

Soil ecosystem services valuation in a priority terrestrial region for biodiversity conservation in Mexico, from ecological economics and the local community perspective

Soils, often perceived as merely the surface layer of Earth, play a crucial role as the foundation for terrestrial life and are deeply integrated into the worldviews, livelihoods and cultural practices of communities in Mexico. Mexican soils and the ecosystem services that provide are essential for food security and ecological resilience, especially amidst environmental challenges like climate change, desertification and biodiversity loss. Their conservation, restoration and sustainable management are essential to maintain the country's natural environment and to ensure the integral wellbeing of its inhabitants. This study evaluates the ecosystem services provided by soils in a priority area for biodiversity conservation in Mexico, adopting an approach that merges ecological economics perspectives with local community views. By understanding how residents of this region value their soils, this research highlights the ecological and economical significance of soils and their intrinsic cultural and social value within communities that have coexisted with these ecosystems for generations.

Community perspective analysis of Yogyakarta special region using K-means algorithm

This study explores community perspectives on Yogyakarta, a culturally rich region in Indonesia known as "Jogja Istimewa," "Student City," and "City of Tourism." Given the potential challenges faced by the region, the research employs the K-Means Algorithm to analyze opinions gathered from Twitter, offering a novel alternative to traditional surveys. Using a data crawling method, relevant tweets about Yogyakarta were collected and processed through preprocessing and TF-IDF to enhance word significance. The findings reveal diverse community views regarding job opportunities, culture, tourism, religious activities, stakeholder involvement, and security. The application of K-Means clustering effectively highlights the multifaceted perspectives of Yogyakarta's residents, providing valuable insights for understanding the region’s socio-cultural dynamics.

Kafaah and Marriage in Jahily and Early Islam (Studies in the History of Islamic Law)

Knowing the background to the emergence of a law, the reasons for establishing a sharia law and the history of the formation of the law is an important thing to study.The purpose of this study is to provide readers with an understanding that the application of kafaah in marriage has a long history starting from the Arab Jahiliyah era to the era of the madzhab scholars.This research is in the form of library research, where the tasyri` date books and Islamic history books are the main materials for data exploration. The results of this study indicate thatLineage played a central role in marriage in pre-Islamic Jahiliyya Arab society. In the highly tribal and family-oriented society of Jahiliyya Arab society, lineage was a determinant of social status, protection, political alliances, and inheritance rights.The arrival of the Prophet Muhammad with the religion of Islam brought significant changes in the views of Arab society towards kafaah nasab. Islamic teachings emphasize equality among all human beings before God, thus shifting the focus from nasab as the main factor in marriage to be more inclusive, emphasizing other aspects such as religion and morality. The arrival of the Prophet Muhammad with the religion of Islam brought significant changes in the Arab community's view of kafaah nasab. Islam still maintains kafaah, but with more humane criteria. Kafaah is a tradition that existed before Islam and was continued by Islam. Islamic teachings emphasize equality among all human beings before God, thus shifting the focus from nasab as the main factor in marriage to be more inclusive, emphasizing other aspects such as religion and morality. Subsequent developments during the time of the ulama' madzhab kafaah emerged as a logical necessity of the existing legal rules of marriage, balancing the arguments for the benefit of marriage and the principle of egalitarianism in response to the social conditions in each region and the evolving legal logic.

Application of metagenomic next-generation sequencing in the diagnosis of infectious diseases.

Metagenomic next-generation sequencing (mNGS) is a transformative approach in the diagnosis of infectious diseases, utilizing unbiased high-throughput sequencing to directly detect and characterize microbial genomes from clinical samples. This review comprehensively outlines the fundamental principles, sequencing workflow, and platforms utilized in mNGS technology. The methodological backbone involves shotgun sequencing of total nucleic acids extracted from diverse sample types, enabling simultaneous detection of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites without prior knowledge of the infectious agent. Key advantages of mNGS include its capability to identify rare, novel, or unculturable pathogens, providing a more comprehensive view of microbial communities compared to traditional culture-based methods. Despite these strengths, challenges such as data analysis complexity, high cost, and the need for optimized sample preparation protocols remain significant hurdles. The application of mNGS across various systemic infections highlights its clinical utility. Case studies discussed in this review illustrate its efficacy in diagnosing respiratory tract infections, bloodstream infections, central nervous system infections, gastrointestinal infections, and others. By rapidly identifying pathogens and their genomic characteristics, mNGS facilitates timely and targeted therapeutic interventions, thereby improving patient outcomes and infection control measures. Looking ahead, the future of mNGS in infectious disease diagnostics appears promising. Advances in bioinformatics tools and sequencing technologies are anticipated to streamline data analysis, enhance sensitivity and specificity, and reduce turnaround times. Integration with clinical decision support systems promises to further optimize mNGS utilization in routine clinical practice. In conclusion, mNGS represents a paradigm shift in the field of infectious disease diagnostics, offering unparalleled insights into microbial diversity and pathogenesis. While challenges persist, ongoing technological advancements hold immense potential to consolidate mNGS as a pivotal tool in the armamentarium of modern medicine, empowering clinicians with precise, rapid, and comprehensive pathogen detection capabilities.

KINERJA PENGELOLAAN KEUANGAN DESA DI DESA SUKA RAYA, KECAMATAN PANCUR BATU, KABUPATEN DELI SERDANG

The purpose of this study is to identify and describe how the community views on Village Financial Management and how the Performance of Village financial management in Suka Raya Village, Pancur Batu District, Deli Serdang Regency. This study uses descriptive research methods with a qualitative approach. Data collection techniques were carried out by interview, observation, documentation, literature, and secondary data. Research informants came from the Village Government, the Village Consultative Body (BPD), and community leaders. The results of this study are as follows: First, the performance responsiveness of the Suka Raya Village Government is still lacking because the village government is less responsive in dealing with problems in the community. Second, the responsiveness of the village government has carried out activities in implementing the program in accordance with the principles of correct administration or in accordance with organizational policies. Third, the accountability of the village government is not fully responsible for what has been done because there are still complaints from the community. Keywords: Performance; Village Financial Management; Responsiveness; Responsiveness; Accountability

Keeping birth at home: Community and service provider visions for perinatal wellness and continued Inuit childbirth in Nunavik

ProblemChildbirth on traditional territories is unattainable for many Indigenous peoples living in remote communities in Canada. BackgroundIn Nunavik, Inuit territory in northern Quebec, rapid population growth risks exceeding local midwifery capacity. This poses challenges to community-based childbirth in a region recognized for reclaiming Inuit midwifery and local birthing. AimTo explore community views on protective factors of maternal and family perinatal wellness and continued local birthing. MethodsIn ten communities, Inuit families and perinatal service providers created a total of 54 fuzzy cognitive maps on protective factors for (1) birth in a good way in Nunavik, (2) maternal and family perinatal wellness, and (3) community-based birthing in Nunavik. We used fuzzy transitive closure to examine direct and indirect connections and collated individual factors into categories using inductive thematic analysis. FindingsWell-equipped local medical facilities and services, community birthing centres run by Inuit midwives, and Inuit perinatal traditions had the strongest influence on experiencing birth in a good way in Nunavik. Inuit youth perspectives featured instrumental and emotional support for mothers and families, along with health and self-care in pregnancy as the most influential factors on maternal and family perinatal wellness. Prominent protective factors for community birth in Nunavik included maternal-infant health and wellness, local Inuit midwifery services, and well-resourced medical facilities. DiscussionFuzzy cognitive mapping was helpful in informing community visioning of local childbirth and maternal and family perinatal wellness in Nunavik. ConclusionInuit-led midwifery services are essential to continued local childbirth in the region.

Exploring the link between foresight and artificial intelligence methods to strengthen collective future-building in contexts of social instability

Purpose The study explores the connection between foresight and Artificial Intelligence (AI) methods in a community within an environment of social instability in Colombia. It aims to contribute to research on aligning these methods for future-shaping, with the goal of enhancing shared governance, peer learning and collective learning among traditional decision-makers and local communities in emerging countries. The study seeks to foster a community of social actors who are likely to engage constructively in strategic dialogues. To enhancing shared governance and learning a hybrid model is synthesized, combining foresight and computational intelligence. Design/methodology/approach The case study explores the integration of computational intelligence and foresight through Gaston Bachelard's (Bachelard, 1936) phenomenology concept of ante-perception. The mathematical representation of the cone of scenarios provides a structured way to explore multiple future pathways, allowing communities to visualize and compare different trajectories and make informed decisions amid uncertainty. The model facilitates critical reflections on present assumptions, deepening insights into future scenarios. Ante-perception challenges traditional approaches to foresight by encouraging a break from established experiences, allowing for novel insights into possible futures. When enriched by computational intelligence, this reflective process is further strengthened by quantitative approach scenario modeling. Findings This research develops and tests a proposal that includes the logic and methods for constructing a mathematical representation of the cone of scenarios. This process, which is interactive and deliberative, is driven by anticipation and combines qualitative and quantitative approaches within a context of high uncertainty. By combining the critical reflection facilitated by ante-perception with the predictive power of computational intelligence, the model allows communities to transcend established thought patterns and explore innovative future possibilities. This integrative approach helps them envision and work toward social self-transformation. Research limitations/implications The article aims to identify the creation of scenarios in contexts of high uncertainty, to respond to the needs of communities in emerging countries to manage change. Practical implications This article explores a novel approach to using foresight for address collective intelligence by developing a shared future vision in high-uncertainty contexts within local communities in emerging countries. The application of the hybrid model demonstrates that foresight is a key innovative social tool for developing long-term strategic reflection and planning for territories. Social implications In developing long-term reflective processes, explaining phenomena, mechanisms and correlations requires the use of value judgments. This set of value judgments requires a representation that facilitates their treatment, helps to account for their behavior during the inference process to form a shared future vision. Consequently, ensuring the recognition of the opinions of local communities through participatory discussion spaces and their subsequent refinement, from a technical perspective, aims to illustrate the development of this social construction process. While similarities exist, differences add value through a transfer process, often subconscious. This process stimulates collective learning and builds capacities as knowledge is developed through inquiry, evaluation, interpretation and generalization. Originality/value This research provides a unique hybrid model that fosters collective learning and engagement by integrating local community perspectives with advanced computational intelligence methods. By facilitating both reflective and quantitative approach future-shaping, it offers a practical framework for addressing uncertainty while empowering communities to shape their own futures. It underscores the importance of recognizing local community views through bottom-up participatory discussions, thereby widening the stakeholder community to active engagement in addressing broader societal issues. The case study focuses on community collaboration in Puerto Gaitán, a Colombian municipality.

Moving toward a decolonial and intersectional notion of justice for socio-ecological problems: the urban agroecology of the Buckets Revolution

ABSTRACT This article analyses the Buckets Revolution, an urban agroecological movement in a Brazilian favela that emerged to address waste management issues. We aim to explore the movement’s achievements in promoting socio—cological justice in a vulnerable community of the Global South through agroecology, investigating: i) what socio-ecological problems and intersected demands for justice boosted the emergence of the Buckets Revolution? and ii) what demands for justice the BR has been dealing with to overcome the socio-ecological injustices borne by the Chico Mendes community? We apply the socio-ecological justice model as our theoretical framework, with a decolonial and feminist intersectional approach to embrace the complexity of the case study. The research methods focus on embracing the local reality and the community views, encompassing bibliographical research, a focus group, and semi-structured interviews. The findings reveal that this agroecological movement has effectively addressed organic waste management, food insecurity, and other socio-ecological issues, contributing to socio-ecological justice in the Chico Mendes community. The study emphasizes the importance of considering the a) interconnections of social and ecological problems, b) intersected dimensions of justice, and c) needs and views of the community when developing environmental urban policies to achieve social justice and ecological sustainability.

Insights into human-wildlife interactions and community views on mangrove restoration in Kendrapada District, Odisha, India

This paper evaluates interactions between humans, Wild Boars, and crocodiles in mangrove ecosystems of the villages of Benakanda, Bhateni, and South Jambu in Mahakalapada Block in the Kendrapada District of the Indian state of Odisha, using questionnaire surveys. This is an area where mangrove restoration is currently in progress. Using a targeted sampling procedure, 280 respondents representing 14% of the population participated in the study. The results show that negative perceptions differ throughout villages, with a majority of respondents reporting interaction between humans and animals in Bhateni (91%) and South Jambu (98%). The most frequent animal reported to cause harm to crop and livelihoods is Wild Boar (44%). Communities understand the value of mangrove restoration despite facing obstacles brought on by interactions with wildlife. The vast majority of residents (87%) believe that restoration efforts were necessary, and many had taken part in these by themselves, or in conjunction with other communities.

Do Community Views of Local Police Agencies Change During “Crises of Legitimacy”? Results of a Multi-wave Random Sample Community Survey in a Large Suburban Jurisdiction

AbstractGeorge Floyd’s murder by a Minneapolis Police Department officer on May 25, 2020, was arguably one of the most impactful events in modern policing in the United States. However, several controversial and highly publicized use-of-force events preceded it during the 2010s, leading to this entire period being labeled a “crisis of legitimacy” or “reckoning” for the police. Nationally, perceptions of the police declined during this period, especially after Floyd’s death, prompting a great deal of debate, protest, and discussion about police reform (including arguments about defunding the police). However, a great deal of variation exists in these perceptions at the local level. This study presents a rare insight into this issue, pooling two random-sample household mail surveys that researchers collected in 2015 and 2021 in a large urban-suburban county. It seeks to determine whether changes in specific measures of perceived police legitimacy and effectiveness found in national-level polls were also found in this jurisdiction, and more specifically, across different racial groups. Although this racially and ethnically diverse county is also a progressive Democratic stronghold, the results suggest that local views about police—even when disaggregated by race—may not align with national perspectives or events as expected, which, in turn, may impact support for police reforms at the local and national levels.

A qualitative study of the barriers and facilitators for women with a disability seeking sexual and reproductive health services in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

BackgroundThe need to advance the sexual and reproductive health (SRH) and rights of women with a disability is becoming more widely recognized. Regrettably, in low- and middle-income settings like Ethiopia, several barriers impede women with a disability (WWDs) from receiving SRH services and care.ObjectivesThis study aims to explore barriers and enablers for women with a disability to access sexual and reproductive health services in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.MethodsA qualitative phenomenological study was conducted among the purposively selected reproductive age (18–49) group of WWDs living in Addis Ababa who were members of the Ethiopian National Association of Persons with physical disabilities and the Ethiopian National Association for Blind. Ten in-depth interviews, and 2 focus group discussions, were conducted using an interview guide. The analysis involved the use of both a priori codes (from the theory) and emergent inductive codes (from the question guide).ResultsIn this study, several barriers were identified as keeping participants from accessing SRH services, such as unfavorable community views, organizational barriers in health facilities [HFs], financial limitations, transportation problems, and a lack of knowledge about the SRH programs that are available. The enabling factors that made WWDs access SRH services include social support and networking, access to education, positive providers' attitudes, and women's self-confidence/Assertiveness.ConclusionThe study reveals that financial problems brought on by inadequate health insurance coverage, economic hardship, the expense of transportation to the health facility, and the lack of preferential treatment at the health facility are some of the hurdles that WWDs face while accessing SRH services and care. To address these problems and promote SRH access, measures should be taken to decrease financial barriers, improve physical access, and build strong relationships with the community, the church, and healthcare providers.

Assessing innovative and responsive young leaders in public service: Lens from community clientele

Youth leadership brings new perspectives, innovative ideas, and a dynamic approach to addressing contemporary issues. Young leaders often possess a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities faced by their generation, enabling them to develop solutions that are relevant and impactful. Their involvement in public service fosters a sense of responsibility and civic engagement, encouraging a culture of active participation and community building. This study examined the innovative and responsive characteristics of young leaders in the Philippines. This exploratory paper expected to provide understanding on how community clientele like community residents, elderly people, persons with disability, perceived innovative and responsive traits of community youth leaders. Convenience sampling (n=12) was carried out to select the participants seeking assistance from barangays leaders. Findings indicated that the community clienteles described these young leaders as possessing creative minds capable of ‘thinking outside the box’ to address evolving challenges and meet community needs. Youth leaders were noted for their commitment to effective communication, gathering feedback, and working collaboratively with the community to resolve issues. They are accessible and approachable, demonstrating empathy and attentiveness to the concerns of those they serve. The perception of community clientele emphasized how young leaders integrate creative and innovative approaches to problem-solving with proactive and empathetic engagement to the community, and their commitment to transparency and effective communication. These qualities collectively contribute to the community's positive view of youth leadership, recognizing the potential of young leaders to bring about meaningful and lasting change.

Characterizing coagulation responses in humans and nonhuman primates following kidney xenotransplantation-A narrative review.

The recent report of the first pig kidney transplant in a living human brings hope to thousands of people with end-stage kidney failure. The scientific community views this early success with caution as kidney xenotransplantation exhibits many challenges and barriers. One of these is coagulation dysregulation. This includes (i) pig von Willebrand Factor (vWF) interaction with human platelets, which can induce abnormal clotting responses, heightening the risk of graft failure, (ii) the inefficiency of pig thrombomodulin in activating human protein C, which emphasizes the species-specific variations that aggravate coagulation challenges, and (iii) the development of thrombotic microangiopathy in the pig grafts and the occurrence of systemic consumptive coagulopathy in the recipients. Indeed, coagulation dysregulation largely results from differences in endothelial cell response and incompatibilities between pig and human coagulation-anticoagulation pathways. These barriers can be resolved by modifications to pig vWF and the expression of human thrombomodulin and endothelial protein C receptors in pig cells, serving as strategic interventions to align the coagulation systems of the two species more closely. These coagulation challenges have clinical implications in how they affect graft survival and patient outcome. Genetic engineering of the organ-source pig and the administration of various drugs have assisted in correcting this coagulation dysregulation. Hence, comprehending and controlling coagulation dysregulation is crucial for progress in xenotransplantation as a viable option for treating patients with terminal kidney disease.

Strategi Komunikasi Pondok Pesantren dalam Menyosialisasikan Moderasi Beragama: Persepsi Masyarakat Aceh Singkil terhadap Upaya Deradikalisasi

As a religious country, Indonesia recognizes 6 (six) religions and provides the right and equal position in the law to carry out their respective beliefs, Besides that, Indonesia which adheres to Bhinneka Tunggal Ika is not all understood by the community in all aspects, so that there is a potential for conflict or conflict. understood by the community in all aspects, so that the potential for conflict or grouping each other into a problem in grouping each other into a problem in the territory of a unitary state, for this reason, religious moderation activities that are promoted by the government become an important activity and even this activity is also carried out by the government. important activities and even this activity is also carried out in the Islamic boarding school by displaying various traditions from Christianity. by displaying various traditions from Christianity. Research with the Title Socialization of religious moderation in Islamic boarding schools in the view of the Aceh Singkil community. Aceh Singkil is a qualitative research, aims to find out how the community views the Religious Moderation Socialization activities socialization activities carried out in Islamic boarding schools, which in fact have been understood as the center of Islamic studies. as the center of Islamic studies. From the results of the research conducted at least can be conclusions can be drawn (1) Religious Moderation Socialization activities are good activities to unite the Indonesian nation (2) Religious Moderation Socialization activities carried out in the Indonesian nation (2) Religious Moderation Socialization activities in Islamic boarding schools are not a problem because they support the policies of the Islamic Boarding School. Pesantren is not a problem because it supports Government Policy (3) Appearances and Cultures that violate Islamic Sharia and Special Traditions for other religions are seen as less beautiful in the Islamic Boarding School. Other religions are considered less Appropriate to be displayed in Islamic Boarding Schools.

Perceived problems, causes, and solutions of finance research reproducibility and replicability: A pre-registered report

In response to growing concerns about reproducibility and replicability in finance and conflicting findings in the area, we survey finance academics about their perceptions of reproducibility and replicability of finance research. Our survey results will provide evidence of the extent of the perceived problems, the perceived potential causes, and the community's views on possible solutions. To this end, we contribute to the existing conversations in the finance field on the issues of reproducibility and replicability and provide suggestions for how to improve the state of the field concerning these issues.

Views of general practice staff on sharing general practice data for research: a scoping review protocol.

The objective of this scoping review is to understand the range and types of evidence in relation to the views of general practitioner and other general practice staff on sharing general practice data for research purposes. The use of general practice data for research has the potential to drive transformative improvements in health care. The vast amount of patient data collected in general practice is valuable and provides researchers with data to conduct large-scale studies and generate evidence that can inform policy decisions, support the development of personalized medicine, and enhance patient outcomes. However, despite there being clear benefits to using general practice data for research, there are also potential harms, such as data misuse, loss of trust between the general practitioner and patient, and data breaches. This scoping review will focus on the views of general practice staff, including general practitioners, practice nurses, and practice managers, about sharing general practice data for the purposes of research. This scoping review will exclude sources of evidence that are conducted outside of the general practice setting, and papers that report on public, patient, or community views on data sharing. This scoping review will be conducted in accordance with JBI methodology for scoping reviews. A 3-step search strategy will be used to acquire both published and unpublished sources of evidence. Two reviewers will independently select sources of evidence in line with the inclusion and exclusion criteria. No limits on the date of the search or language will be applied. Data will be extracted and the results will be summarized descriptively and presented in a tabular format. Open Science Framework https://osf.io/49yw5.

Tackling a wicked problem: toward sustainable management of surplus dairy calves using a participatory framework

Early life killing of male and female dairy calves not needed as replacements for the lactating herd poses a threat to the social sustainability of the dairy industry. However, implementing sustainable alternatives to this common practice is a complex challenge exhibiting many characteristics of a ‘wicked problem’. Addressing these problems requires understanding the needs of stakeholders including farmers, their advisors, value chain stakeholders, the public, and the animals. The aim of this study was to describe how Australian dairy farmers and advisors understand the factors affecting surplus calf management and examine how this understanding changed following interventions where participants were exposed to community and value chain stakeholder perspectives. To achieve this, we utilized a participatory framework that included longitudinal focus groups, where the same groups were reconvened multiple times, periodically revisiting the same issue, as a practical method for achieving deliberative engagement. We analyzed participants’ responses before and after the interventions were applied using thematic analysis. Responses were organized into two themes: (1) economic and practical aspects of surplus calf management; and (2) social aspects of surplus calf management. We conclude that farmers and their advisors see surplus calf management as complex and without simple solutions. Farmers are faced with numerous challenges when it comes to breeding, rearing, and marketing calves for economically viable beef markets and are often impacted at a personal level by this burden. Participants often positioned the public as naïve to the plight of the farmer, requiring education to understand and accept farming practices. However, exposing participants to community views, particularly those which included some common ground with which participants could identify, resulted in some participants suggesting public trust may instead lay in changing practices to align production systems with public values. In contrast, sharing value chain perspectives had less impact. Our findings indicate that participatory processes offer a promising approach for working toward sustainable management of surplus dairy calves in a local and global context.

Exploring the interplay between phytoplankton taxonomy, pigments, and optical properties in Ratnagiri coastal waters using a multi-parameter approach

This study presents a comprehensive analysis of phytoplankton diversity and optical properties in the coastal waters of Ratnagiri, India. Ratnagiri, located on the southern coast of Maharashtra, is one of the major centre for fishing activities in India as well as a developing hub for industrial activities. Given its ecological significance and the pressures it faces, the coastal waters of Ratnagiri present a valuable case for studying phytoplankton dynamics and their light absorption properties. We integrated parameters like phytoplankton taxonomy, pigment composition, Coloured Dissolved Organic Matter (CDOM), and phytoplankton absorption characteristics to give a comprehensive view of the phytoplankton community and its optical environment. Phytoplankton samples from Ratnagiri were analyzed with microscopy and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) for taxonomy and pigment profiling, while CDOM and absorption properties were measured using spectrophotometry. Our findings reveal more or less spatial uniformity in phytoplankton composition (Pielou's Evenness Index (J’) ranged between 0.84 and 0.9), with significant diversity (Shannon Diversity Index (H’) ranged from 3.7 to 4.19) within the phytoplankton community. Pigment analysis revealed key marker pigments associated with various phytoplankton classes including bacillariophytes (diatoms), chlorophytes, cyanophytes, haptophytes and cryptophytes, providing insights into community structure. Concurrently, CDOM absorption coefficient (aCDOM (440)) that ranged between 0.08 and 0.3 m−1 indicated varying levels of dissolved organic matter, influencing light absorption and availability within the water column. The phytoplankton absorption data highlighted the specific wavelengths most affected by phytoplankton presence, notably those contributed by diatoms and cyanophytes, providing insights into the optical properties of Ratnagiri's coastal waters. This integrative approach underscores the importance of considering multiple parameters to accurately assess phytoplankton dynamics and their impact on the aquatic environment. The results contribute to a better understanding of the ecological processes governing coastal waters in Ratnagiri and offer valuable information for future monitoring and management efforts.

TANTANGAN DAN PERAN PEMERINTAH DALAM MENINGKATKAN PELAYANAN KESEHATAN DI KABUPATEN TAKALAR

This study aims to determine the role of the village government in organizing health services in Sampulungan Village. In addition, this study also aims to determine the challenges faced by the village government and the community in the service process and accessibility to health facilities. Using a qualitative research approach with a case study strategy. The results of this study indicate that the role of the village government in health services is still very minimal, as seen from the unavailability of health centres and inadequate health facilities. The village government also lacks initiative in facilitating health services because it is hampered by the lack of participation in voicing the aspirations of the community in the village. In addition, the community's view of the role of government in the field of services, especially health, is greatly influenced by the low level of community knowledge about participation at the village apparatus level. This study also found several obstacles faced by the village government, especially in Sampulungan Village, in improving the quality of services, including social construction, power dominance, and the non-involvement of village officials in decision-making at the central and district levels. Therefore, it is important to provide education about bureaucracy in order to improve the understanding of the community and the village government of Sampulungan District regarding the quality of health services.