Pengaruh Globalisasi Terhadap Organisasi Lokal di Lingkar Tuk-Tuk Kecamatan Simanindo Kabupaten Samosir, Sumatera Utara

Abstract

This study investigates the influence of globalization on local organizations in Lingkar Tuk-tuk, a culturally rich area within the Simanindo Subdistrict of Samosir Regency. It focuses on how various community actors—ranging from government representatives and traditional leaders to both older and younger generations—respond to the challenges and opportunities brought about by globalization. The research particularly examines efforts to mitigate its negative impacts on social, cultural, and economic life. Adopting a qualitative methodology with an ethnographic approach, the study is grounded in the globalization theories of Anthony Giddens and Thomas L. Friedman. These frameworks provide the conceptual lens through which the dynamics of local adaptation and resistance are analyzed. Data were collected through in-depth observation, purposive informant selection, literature review, interviews, and documentation. Findings reveal that globalization has produced both constructive and detrimental effects on the local community. However, the study also uncovers a lack of coordinated strategies to manage these changes effectively. Miscommunication among stakeholders has often led to unintended consequences, particularly those that erode local values and traditions. This research aspires to serve as a reference for policymakers, community leaders, and cultural advocates in developing more inclusive and responsive strategies to harness the benefits of globalization while safeguarding local identity. It underscores the vital role of local organizations as custodians of regional heritage and as key agents in sustaining the social and cultural fabric of the community.