The Role of the Village Government in Preserving Tondano Javanese Culture in Kaliyoso Village, Dungaliyo District, Gorontalo Regency
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Village Government; Cultural Preservation; Culture of Javanese TondanoAbstract
The preservation of Tondano Javanese culture in Kaliyoso Village faces challenges due to social changes, declining use of the Jaton language, and low involvement of the younger generation, while the role of the village government as a key actor in maintaining the sustainability of local culture has not been widely studied. This study aims to analyze the role of the Kaliyoso Village Government in preserving Tondano Javanese culture in Kaliyoso Village, Dungaliyo District, Gorontalo Regency. The research uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive type of research. Data was obtained through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation of village heads, traditional leaders, communities, and the young generation who were selected purposively. The results of the study show that the village government has carried out its role as a policy maker, facilitator, and implementer in supporting cultural preservation through the implementation of cultural activities, community development, and the integration of cultural preservation in village development programs. However, the implementation of this role is not optimal because it is still faced with limited regulations, supporting facilities, a decrease in the use of the Jaton language, and the participation of the younger generation is not optimal. This study concludes that the preservation of Tondano Javanese culture requires synergy between village government policies, strengthening cultural institutions, and active community participation so as to be able to support the sustainability of local cultural identity as part of sustainable village development.
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