Community Empowerment of Perlis Village, West Brandan, Langkat through Mangrove Restoration and Clean Water Supply Activities

Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Desa Perlis, Brandan Barat, Langkat melalui Kegiatan Pemulihan Mangrove dan Penyediaan Air Bersih

Authors

  • Mohammad Basyuni Universitas Sumatera Utara
  • Alfian Mubaraq Universitas Sumatera Utara
  • Andi Aznan Aznawi Universitas Sumatera Utara
  • Astrid Fauzia Dewinta Universitas Sumatera Utara
  • Irvan Irvan Universitas Sumatera Utara
  • Julia Syahriani Hasibuan Universitas Sumatera Utara
  • Itchika Sivaipram Chulalongkorn University
  • Venus E Leopardas Mindanao State University at Naawan
  • OK Hasnanda Syahputra Universitas Sumatera Utara
  • Netti Herlina Siregar Universitas Sumatera Utara
  • Oke Rina Ramayani Universitas Sumatera Utara
  • Yunilda Andriyani Universitas Sumatera Utara
  • Nurdin Sulistiyono Universitas Sumatera Utara

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.57152/consen.v5i2.2183

Keywords:

mangrove restoration, community empowerment, clean water access, participatory approach

Abstract

The mangrove forests of Perlis Village, West Brandan, Langkat have suffered degradation due to illegal logging, agricultural conversion, and seawater intrusion, causing severe ecological and socioeconomic challenges. This study aimed to restore the mangrove ecosystem and improve access to clean water, addressing the community's urgent needs while supporting sustainable development goals. The project significantly enhanced the livelihoods of local fishermen, provided reliable clean water access, and fostered environmental stewardship. By combining ecological restoration with infrastructure development, it offered a replicable model for addressing environmental and social challenges in coastal communities. A participatory approach was employed, involving community engagement in planning, capacity-building workshops, and ecological restoration activities. Mangrove saplings were planted, and a clean water supply system was established through collaborative efforts between community members and external stakeholders. The project successfully restored 5 hectares of mangroves, increasing biodiversity and reducing coastal erosion. The survival rate of planted saplings was 85%. The clean water system expanded access from 40% to 85% of households, significantly reducing waterborne diseases and the time spent fetching water, especially for women and children. The initiative demonstrated that integrated community-driven interventions can address complex environmental and social issues effectively. The outcomes align with the study's objectives, providing valuable insights into sustainable development practices and the empowerment of coastal communities.

 

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Published

2025-11-15

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Basyuni, M., Mubaraq , A. ., Aznawi , A. A. ., Dewinta , A. F. ., Irvan , I. ., Hasibuan , J. S. ., Sivaipram , I. ., Leopardas, V. E. ., Syahputra, O. H. ., Siregar, N. H. ., Ramayani, O. R., Andriyani, Y. ., & Sulistiyono, N. . (2025). Community Empowerment of Perlis Village, West Brandan, Langkat through Mangrove Restoration and Clean Water Supply Activities : Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Desa Perlis, Brandan Barat, Langkat melalui Kegiatan Pemulihan Mangrove dan Penyediaan Air Bersih . CONSEN: Indonesian Journal of Community Services and Engagement, 5(2), 182-191. https://doi.org/10.57152/consen.v5i2.2183

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