Heritage, Identity, and Coastal Ecology: A Critical Analysis of the Cultural Advancement Masterplan of Tarakan City

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10.2991/978-2-38476-545-4_76How to use a DOI?

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Tarakan City; Cultural advancement; Cultural zoning; Cultural policy; Heritage; Local Governance; Cultural Development Planning

Abstract

This article analyzes the Regional Masterplan for the Advancement of Culture (Rencana Induk Pemajuan Kebudayaan Daerah or RIPKD) of Tarakan City (2023–2043), a comprehensive policy document that outlines the vision, mission, strategic directions, zoning system, and multi-phase programmatic planning for strengthening local cultural resilience. Using a qualitative-descriptive method supported by documentary analysis, spatial-cultural interpretation, and policy mapping, the study synthesizes how Tarakan formulates long-term cultural development within Indonesia’s national framework for cultural advancement. Results demonstrate that Tarakan possesses significant cultural assets—including Tidung heritage, maritime traditions, World War II historical sites, diverse linguistic communities, traditional crafts, and extensive intangible cultural practices—that serve as the basis for four cultural zones: core, attractive, developmental, and buffer areas. The analysis highlights four strategic pillars: (1) capacity building for cultural human resources; (2) development of cultural objects; (3) protection and safeguarding of cultural heritage; and (4) utilization of cultural assets for education, economy, identity strengthening, and intercultural collaboration. The discussion shows how these strategies are operationalized through short-, medium-, and long-term programs involving training, standardization, revitalization, documentation, innovation, and cross-cultural networking. Overall, the RIPKD positions Tarakan as a culturally resilient, inclusive, and historically grounded city capable of navigating rapid socio-economic change while ensuring the sustainability of its diverse cultural ecosystem.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Muh. Yusuf
AU  - Pawennari Hijjang
AU  - Ahmad Ismail
AU  - Andi Batara Al Isra
AU  - Abdul Masli
AU  - Millah Ananda Yunita
PY  - 2026
DA  - 2026/03/13
TI  - Heritage, Identity, and Coastal Ecology: A Critical Analysis of the Cultural Advancement Masterplan of Tarakan City
BT  - Proceedings of the World Conference on Governance and Social Sciences 2025 (WCGSS 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 1091
EP  - 1098
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-545-4_76
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-545-4_76
ID  - Yusuf2026
ER  -