The design of Empowerment BUMdes Putri Gemilang Community based on Asset Bassed Comunity Development

Abstract

Empowering communities based on their assets has become a necessity, as many communities possess untapped potential. This study aims to illustrate the community empowerment process based on assets undertaken in the Bumdes Puteri Gemilang community. The study focuses on the phase of building community awareness. The research model used in this study is assistance through the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach. The study phases include 1) Building commitment, 2) Defining the research focus, 3) Asset identification, 4) Discovery process. Data collection techniques include 1) Observation, 2) Interviews, 3) Focus Group Discussion (FGD), 4) Documentation. The data analysis technique follows the Miles and Huberman approach. The study results reveal two findings: the assistance process and building community awareness.