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Environment and Ecology Research Vol. 13(3), pp. 440 - 446
DOI: 10.13189/eer.2025.130312
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The Local Wisdom of Bajau People in Pulau Laut Kotabaru for Sustainable Environmental Management
Nasrullah Zamzami 1,*, Luthfi Fatah 2, Muhammad Rusmin Nuryadin 3, Hafizianor 4
1 Doctoral Program of Environmental Sciences, Lambung Mangkurat University, Indonesia
2 Faculty of Agriculture, Lambung Mangkurat University, Indonesia
3 Faculty of Economics and Business, Lambung Mangkurat University, Indonesia
4 Faculty of Forestry, Lambung Mangkurat University, Indonesia
ABSTRACT
This study examines the environmental management practices of the Bajau community on Pulau Laut Kotabaru, South Kalimantan, Indonesia. Known as sea nomads, the Bajau's traditional knowledge is closely tied to their coastal and marine ecosystems, which sustain their livelihoods. However, the Bajau in Desa Rampa, Pulau Laut Sigam, face challenges such as environmental degradation and the erosion of traditional practices due to modernization and external pressures. Using a mixed-methods approach, the research investigates the role of local wisdom in the community's environmental practices and identifies factors contributing to its decline, including population growth, external economic exploitation, and the loss of knowledge among younger generations. The study also examines the impact of local leadership and government policies on preserving or neglecting these traditions. Key findings highlight the importance of practices such as fishing taboos and waste management rituals in maintaining ecological balance. However, the decline of these traditions has led to issues like pollution and habitat destruction. The research proposes a strategic framework to revitalize the Bajau's local wisdom within modern environmental policies, emphasizing community participation, education, and empowering traditional leaders. The study provides recommendations for policymakers to integrate indigenous knowledge into sustainable development strategies for coastal regions, promoting both cultural and ecological sustainability.
KEYWORDS
Bajau Community, Local Wisdom, Environmental Management, Coastal Sustainability, Traditional Practices
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(a). IEEE Format:
[1] Nasrullah Zamzami , Luthfi Fatah , Muhammad Rusmin Nuryadin , Hafizianor , "The Local Wisdom of Bajau People in Pulau Laut Kotabaru for Sustainable Environmental Management," Environment and Ecology Research, Vol. 13, No. 3, pp. 440 - 446, 2025. DOI: 10.13189/eer.2025.130312.
(b). APA Format:
Nasrullah Zamzami , Luthfi Fatah , Muhammad Rusmin Nuryadin , Hafizianor (2025). The Local Wisdom of Bajau People in Pulau Laut Kotabaru for Sustainable Environmental Management. Environment and Ecology Research, 13(3), 440 - 446. DOI: 10.13189/eer.2025.130312.