Authors:
Willyan Sahetapy, Stelly Julia Macpal, Samel W. Ririhena

Addresses:
The Study Program of Development Economics, Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Ekonomi Bukit Zaitun, Sorong Utara, Kota Sorong, Indonesia. Departement of Public Administration, Musamus University, Kabupaten Merauke, Papua, Indonesia.

Abstract:

This study aims to develop a community-based coastal economic revitalisation model capable of enhancing community participation and welfare while simultaneously preserving environmental sustainability. The research employed a mixed-methods approach with a case study design and elements of Participatory Action Research (PAR), involving 100 respondents through questionnaires and 10 key informants through semi-structured interviews, as well as participatory observation and analysis of regional policy documents. The findings suggest that the level of community participation remains moderate, influenced by factors such as access to capital, education, and institutional support. At the same time, coastal economic activities remain reliant on traditional practices that do not fully support sustainable principles. Qualitative analysis revealed key themes including dependence on a single economic source, limited access to technology, and policy misalignment across governmental levels. This study contributes to the development of community-based development theory and social capital within the context of coastal development, while also providing practical recommendations for formulating more inclusive and sustainable development policies. The research findings are expected to serve as a reference for local governments, community empowerment practitioners, and other researchers in designing coastal economic revitalisation programs that are adaptive to local characteristics and supportive of achieving sustainable development goals.

Keywords: Coastal Economic Revitalisation; Community-Based Approach; Sustainable Development; Community Participation; Qualitative Analysis; Participatory Action Research.

Received on: 22/10/2024, Revised on: 14/01/2025, Accepted on: 08/03/2025, Published on: 07/06/2025

DOI: 10.69888/FTSTPL.2025.000439

FMDB Transactions on Sustainable Technoprise Letters, 2025 Vol. 3 No. 2, Pages: 90-97

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