SOCIALIZATION: COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE IN WASTE SORTING WITH THE BATAM CITY ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICE IN RW-10, PATAM LESTARI SUB- DISTRICT

Abstract

Community awareness of environmental issues. This paper examines the Socialization program: Community Empowerment in Waste Sorting, implemented in collaboration with the Batam City Environmental Agency in RW-10, Patam Lestari Sub-district. The objective of this activity was to increase community understanding of the importance of waste sorting, starting at home and to encourage the creation of sustainable, environmentally friendly behavior. The methods used in this activity included outreach, interactive discussions, and hands-on practice of sorting organic, inorganic, and residual waste. The results of the socialization program demonstrated an increase in public awareness about the negative impacts of poorly managed waste and the formation of a shared commitment to implementing a waste sorting system in RW- 10. Additionally, this activity created opportunities for further collaboration between the community and the government in an integrated environmental management program. The conclusion of this activity confirms that community empowerment through a socialization approach and intensive mentoring can be key in building a culture of environmental awareness, while supporting Batam City's vision of becoming a clean, healthy, and sustainable city.