All of the articles in this proceedings volume have been presented at the Asia Pacific Sociological Association (APSA) Conference 2024 during 26-27 October 2024 in Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia. These articles have been peer reviewed by the members of the Publication Management Unit (PMU) of Faculty...

Water is the lifeblood of planetary health and human civilization [1]. However, in Indonesia, access to water remains a challenge, particularly in rural areas. While 95% of households in urban areas have access to basic water services, this figure drops to 82% in rural areas [2]. Establishing water access...

Ecological modernization is an attempt of responding to environmental problem arising without eliminating economic development attempt. This approach is in line with sustainable development principle and becomes a global political agenda. Ecological modernization commonly carried out in urban areas can...

The Radiation Effects Research Foundation (RERF), located in Hiroshima city, is a research institute dedicated to the examination of the health of A-bomb survivors and their children. The children are known as “second-generation A-bomb survivors.” RERF has investigated the correlation between the health...

This paper aims to provide an overview of the adaptive capacity of urban communities to face climate change, the ability to adapt to the potential for bad things in urban life due to various disasters, both natural (such as floods, droughts, and fires) or caused by human activities (industrial accidents,...

The idea of data sovereignty has gained traction over the last decade. Data as a new resource is increasingly vital for decision-making in businesses, governments and societies. Proponents of data sovereignty resists exploitation of personal data especially by state and corporate power. The exploitation...

The Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy has inspired the Indonesian government to develop 1,000 tourist villages, one of which is in Lembang, West Bandung Regency, known for its natural attractions and cool air. Although Lembang attracted 3.8 million visitors in 2023, it has the potential to experience...

Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) has been a common issue existing in society, and psychological violence is one common form of IPV. The violence is particularly prominent in ethnic minority women because of their patriarchal culture and marital social norms. Nevertheless, analysis of psychological violence...

Religious diversity, often perceived as an obstacle to social cohesion and cooperation, can actually be a valuable asset in promoting sustainable development. The digital age provides opportunities to enhance understanding and collaboration among different religious communities, which is crucial for...

This research examines the dynamics of social interaction between the immigrant ethnic community (Javanese) and the Tidung ethnic community in Sebatik Island. The focus of this research is to further analyze the practice of Javanese philosophy which is the basis of Javanese Ethnic in interacting with...

Indonesia is experiencing a malnutrition crisis characterized by a triple burden, namely undernutrition, excess nutrition, and micronutrient deficiencies. The phenomenon of triple burden nutrition in the part of nutritional deficiencies is then called the stunting phenomenon. Stunting is a condition...

This study documents the preservation of cultural heritage within rural Java through the Pambiwara tradition, using the social capital theory of Pierre Bourdieu as a theoretical underpinning. Pambiwara, which is one of the central elements of wedding ceremonies within Javanese life, has big importance...

The Social Rehabilitation Program for uninhabitable houses is part of community empowerment efforts to improve the quality of life of low-income residents. This article aims to analyze the communication strategies of facilitators in the implementation of the program, as well as the role of community...

Microfinance has been acknowledged as a means of poverty alleviation. However, many poor people are still excluded from accessing it. This study examines the backdrops of this exclusion. The study employs a qualitative research methodology. The study focuses on Nusa Tenggara Timur (NTT) Province, Indonesia,...

Women’s participation in the labor market has been steadily increasing in recent years, particularly among mothers who enter the workforce to help support their family’s economic needs. However, working mothers face various challenges, including balancing job responsibilities with domestic duties. Moreover,...

In the digital age, there has been a significant shift in how societies understand, utilize, and interact with religious ideas. This study explores the role of religious literacy in promoting global resilience in response to increasingly complex global challenges. Religious literacy is defined as the...

This study will explore the significant changes in people’s voting behavior in selecting legislative candidates in the South Sulawesi Provincial Legislative Council, particularly in the electoral districts of Gowa and Takalar. Female candidates have outperformed their male counterparts in terms of votes,...

This study explores the role of cyber extension in enhancing farmers’ capacity and performance through the integration of digital technologies in agriculture. Using a scientometric approach, the research examines publications from 2007 to 2023, focusing on the evolution of digital agricultural practices,...

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has harmed the tourism sector, especially in Belarus. The negative impacts include the cancellation of ticket reservations and a ban on tourists from Belarus and Russia to other European countries. This study aims to identify the effect of the Russian invasion of Ukraine...

Thailand’s transition to renewable energy is critical for achieving its low-carbon goals; however, it faces significant challenges, including public resistance and economic concerns in fossil fuel-dependent regions. This paper examines how Thailand can leverage community ownership and financial incentives...

The issue of resource dispossession has been an ongoing narrative of the villagers and an everlasting struggle between the ruling regime as well as the local communities. The regime tends to organize and implement a managed Governmentality with a target population. Therefore, it is fascinating to figure...

Earlier studies have shown that the central and local government have been often used to support companies in taking over community land and has been used it for many years for investments. Sometimes the locals have been evicted from their land, as occurred in the gulf of Kupang regency by 1992 during...

Generation Z, a digital generation with a unique view of nature, also has a tolerance for differences. This research aims to describe the perceptions and attitudes of Generation Z towards nature in today's digital age. The research method was an online survey through WhatsApp polling and participant...

Education-driven human resource development plays a vital role in fostering inclusive economic growth and ensuring the long-term well-being of communities, particularly in underdeveloped rural areas of developing countries. In Indonesia, decentralization, initiated in 2001, has granted local governments...

This study explored students’ understanding of climate change vulnerability and disaster risk management in selected secondary schools in the Philippines, surveying 522 students. The findings revealed significant knowledge gaps, particularly in specific adaptation and mitigation strategies. While 49.5%...