SOCIALIZATION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND ESTABLISHMENT WASTE BANK "BUKIT ASA" IN SEDAYUGUNUNG VILLAGE

Abstract

Sedayugunung Village is one of the villages in Besuki District. The village is located in a highland region that faces serious problems in waste management. Therefore, a Waste Bank-based approach was adopted to address this problem. This study used a qualitative approach with data collection methods through survey, interviews, observation, and document analysis. The results showed that socialization of waste management in Sedayugunung Village is an important first step in forming public awareness about the importance of sustainable waste management. This socialization involves a participatory approach, where the community is actively involved in the decision-making process related to waste management.The establishment of the "Bukit Asa'' Waste Bank is the result of successful socialization efforts. This Waste Bank aims to change people's mindset about waste into assets that have economic value. Through the Waste Bank, residents of Sedayugunung Village can collect, manage, and recycle their own waste. It also provides additional economic opportunities for the community through the sale of treated waste.The results of this study show that the socialization of waste management and the establishment of the "Bukit Asa" Waste Bank have great potential in changing people's behavior related to waste and creating a cleaner and healthier environment. However, challenges such as financing, infrastructure, and maintenance need to be considered to maintain the sustainability of this program. This research can provide guidance for stakeholders in efforts to expand the waste bank-based waste management model to other rural areas.