Local Wisdom as a Pillar of Sustainability: The Role of the Mamuju Traditional Fishing Community in Protecting the Marine Ecosystem

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10.2991/978-2-38476-545-4_39How to use a DOI?

Keywords

Local Wisdom; Marine Ecosystem; Fishermen; Fishing Community

Abstract

This study examines the role of local wisdom in fisheries resource management, in Mamuju Regency, focusing on how traditional fishermen’s values and practices can contribute to marine ecosystem conservation. The main issue explored is how local wisdom can be integrated with modern technology to create a sustainable fisheries management system. The research method used was a qualitative approach with case studies, using data collection techniques through in-depth interviews and participatory observation of local fishermen. The main findings shows that despite changes in traditional practices due to digital technology, most fishermen in Mamuju still rely on local wisdom such as rituals of gratitude, the use of environmentally friendly fishing gear, and understanding of natural signs to maintain the sustainability of the marine ecosystem. The study also found that the application of technology such as digital weather applications can strengthen but not replace local wisdom in fisheries management. The significance of these findings is to demonstrate the importance of collaboration between traditional knowledge and technology in maintaining the sustainability of aquatic ecosystems. These findings provide basis for formulating more inclusive policies in fisheries resource management that involve local communities and sustainable technology adaptation.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Ayu Nurhidayat Rusli
AU  - Syamsuddin
PY  - 2026
DA  - 2026/03/13
TI  - Local Wisdom as a Pillar of Sustainability: The Role of the Mamuju Traditional Fishing Community in Protecting the Marine Ecosystem
BT  - Proceedings of the World Conference on Governance and Social Sciences 2025 (WCGSS 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 578
EP  - 598
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-545-4_39
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-545-4_39
ID  - Rusli2026
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