Evaluasi Kebijakan Perlindungan dan Pelestarian Hutan Mangrove di Kampung Kayu Ara Permai Kabupaten Siak

Mangrove forests play an important role in maintaining the stability of coastal ecosystems, reducing coastal abrasion, and supporting the socio-economic life of coastal communities. However, the sustainability of the mangrove ecosystem in Kayu Ara Permai Village, Siak Regency, faces various threats originating from natural factors and human activities. This study aims to evaluate the policy of mangrove forest protection and preservation in Kayu Ara Permai Village and identify obstacles in its implementation. This research used a descriptive qualitative method with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results showed that the implementation of Village Regulation Number 07 of 2018 succeeded in reducing illegal logging activities and increasing public awareness regarding mangrove conservation. Policy evaluation was analyzed using indicators of effectiveness, efficiency, adequacy, equity, responsiveness, and accuracy. The findings indicate that the policy has been fairly effective in controlling illegal exploitation, but has not been optimal in addressing coastal abrasion and providing rehabilitation support facilities. The main obstacles include increasing coastal abrasion, limited wave-breaking equipment, lack of operational patrol facilities, and limited institutional support. Therefore, stronger collaboration between the village government, local communities, and regional government is needed to improve the sustainability of mangrove protection and preservation policies.