| dc.description.abstract | Mangrove ecosystems play a crucial role in climate change mitigation, coastal
protection, and providing resources for coastal communities. However,
degradation due to human activities such as land conversion and overexploitation
threatens their sustainability. In Pasar Rawa Village, Langkat Regency, mangrove
destruction has been caused by logging for firewood, charcoal production, and
conversion into oil palm plantations and aquaculture ponds. The Forest Farmers
Group Penghijauan Maju Bersama (KTH-PMB) has been actively engaged in
mangrove rehabilitation since 2012 through independent planting and monitoring
effortsThis study aims to assess the participation level of KTH-PMB in mangrove
ecosystem restoration using the People Participation Index (PPI) and Arnstein’s
Participation Theory. The research method involved structured interviews with 23
KTH-PMB members and quantitative-descriptive data analysis. The results
indicate a high participation level, with a PPI score of 85.31%, consisting of
planning (86.09%), implementation (82.90%), and maintenance (86.96%) stages.
Based on Arnstein’s theory, participation falls under the tokenism level
(consultation and placation), where members are involved in technical activities
but decision-making remains dominated by the group leader.This study highlights
the importance of enhancing community-based collaboration for sustainable
mangrove rehabilitation, recommending the strengthening of local institutions and
more inclusive participatory approaches. | en_US |
