How Does the Local Community Response to Mangrove Patrol Program: a Case Study in Langkat Regency

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10.2991/978-2-38476-448-8_2How to use a DOI?

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Community Response; Mangrove Patrol Program; Langkat Regency

Abstract

The Mangrove Patrol Program is a targeted initiative aimed at safeguarding the mangrove ecosystems, particularly in regions with dense mangrove forests, such as the Langkat Regency coastline in North Sumatra Province. This study focuses on four villages within Langkat Regency—Pulau Kampai Village, Pangkalan Siata Village, Salahaji Village, and Halaban Village—that have implemented the Mangrove Patrol Program as part of local conservation efforts. The primary objective of this research is to assess community perceptions and responses toward the mangrove patrol initiative. The method used in this research is a survey approach, data were collected through questionnaires administered to 120 respondents across the four villages. Findings indicate a high level of community awareness and support for the patrol activities and mangrove conservation efforts. This support is evidenced by the substantial percentage of respondents who recognize the effectiveness and necessity of the patrols, accompanied by a willingness to engage actively in environmental monitoring. The findings reveal that while most respondents recognize the importance of mangrove patrols in ensuring forest sustainability, preventing encroachment, and deterring violations—evidenced by high levels of agreement and a strong willingness to participate in environmental monitoring—there remains a subset of individuals uncertain about their role, highlighting the need for enhanced educational initiatives to improve community understanding and involvement in conservation efforts. The study highlights the critical role of local community involvement in environmental protection and provides actionable insights for refining community-based conservation strategies.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Meilinda Suriani Harefa
AU  - Muhammad Ridha Syafii Damanik
AU  - Mulhady Putra
AU  - Syukri Hidayat
AU  - Nur Rohim
AU  - Dwi Irfansyah
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/07/28
TI  - How Does the Local Community Response to Mangrove Patrol Program: a Case Study in Langkat Regency
BT  - Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary (ICSSIS 2024)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 3
EP  - 19
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-448-8_2
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-448-8_2
ID  - Harefa2025
ER  -