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Community-based tourism is a form of tourism development managed by local communities with the aim of providing direct benefits to the local population. Lubuk Mande Rubiah Subdistrict in Padang City has promising natural tourism potential, yet youth involvement in its development remains limited. This study aims to examine the socialization of the role of Karang Taruna (youth organization) in supporting tourism development in the area. The research employed a descriptive qualitative approach through field observation and interviews with local youths involved in Karang Taruna. The results indicate that Karang Taruna contributes to managing ticketing, maintaining the cleanliness of the site, and initiating promotional efforts through social media. However, the lack of training and supporting facilities poses significant challenges to fully realizing this potential. The socialization efforts focused on strengthening youth capacity, increasing awareness of tourism promotion, and providing a sample digital product in the form of a promotional video. These findings imply that, with the right approach, Karang Taruna can serve as a driving force in building a sustainable tourism ecosystem rooted in local community participation.   Keywords: , , 

Kelapan Island, located in Kumbung Village, has great potential as a sustainable tourism destination. Natural beauty, biodiversity, and unique local culture are the main attractions. This study aims to analyze the potential and development strategies of Kelapan Island as a sustainable tourism destination. The method used is a qualitative descriptive method including field observation, interviews with local people, and literature analysis. The results of the study indicate that community-based management, environmental conservation, and effective promotion can increase tourist attractions without damaging the ecosystem. In conclusion, Kelapan Island has great potential to develop as an economically profitable and sustainable ecotourism destination.

Poverty and environmental problems in settlements in Kendal Regency are challenges in sustainable development. This community service program aims to improve community welfare through the concept of thematic villages and religious tourism in Sumur Village, Brangsong District. The methods used include counseling to the community regarding environmental management and economic development based on local potential. The results of the activity showed that the community began to understand the concept of thematic villages and the importance of religious tourism as a source of village income. This program also increases public awareness in utilizing yards as an additional economic resource. It is hoped that the implementation of thematic villages can continue with the support of local governments and universities

The era of digital transformation demands that the younger generation acquire technology-based entrepreneurship skills, or technopreneurship. However, in the context of Vocational High Schools (SMK), many students still lack understanding and skills in developing structured and applicable business models. This Community Service Program (PKM) was carried out to address this challenge, particularly at SMK Negeri 1 Mengwi, Badung, Bali, by leveraging local potential such as tourism and traditional culinary products. The training program focused on the use of the Business Model Canvas (BMC) as a visual tool for business planning, alongside the introduction of trending technologies such as digital marketing. The activities were implemented in four stages: pre-test, socialization, intensive training, business idea presentation, and post-test evaluation and reflection. A total of 36 students participated in this program. The results of the pre-test and post-test showed an increase in understanding of 53.85% in the aspect of technopreneurship and 58.33% in understanding the elements of the BMC. These findings indicate that practical and visual-based approaches are effective in fostering students’ strategic thinking, collaboration, and creativity in developing business ideas based on local potential and technology. This program also made a measurable and impactful contribution to strengthening vocational students' technopreneurship competencies

This study explores the potential of community-based tourism in Bili Bante, including aspects of natural beauty, cultural diversity, and ecotourism. The observations show that around 75% of the tourist areas in Bili Bante are still preserved with minimal environmental pollution, making it a potential destination for ecotourism development. In addition, the cultural diversity of the local community, including traditional traditions, traditional music, and handicrafts, can be a strong tourist attraction. The interviews with local people revealed that 60% support the development of community-based tourism to improve the local economy, although 40% are concerned about the negative impacts on the environment if tourism management is not carried out carefully. The main obstacles identified are inadequate infrastructure and lack of destination promotion. Based on these findings, this study recommends increasing investment in infrastructure development, training for local people, and developing more effective marketing strategies. In addition, clear regulations regarding natural resource management and environmental conservation must be enforced to support the sustainability of tourism development in Bili Bante.

The development of the Toba Caldera Geopark as a national priority tourism destination is part of the government’s efforts to drive regional economic growth, improve community welfare, and strengthen Indonesia’s position in sustainable tourism. However, its implementation presents significant challenges in balancing economic development, environmental sustainability, and social justice, particularly for indigenous communities around the area. This study aims to analyze the impact of the Toba Caldera Geopark development policy on the environment and local indigenous communities. A multidisciplinary approach was employed, combining qualitative methods through in-depth interviews and participatory observations, along with quantitative data from surveys and official secondary sources. The results indicate potential conflicts between tourism infrastructure development and nature conservation, including environmental degradation and the erosion of local cultural values. Additionally, there is a risk of marginalization of indigenous communities in terms of access to natural resources and their involvement in decision-making processes. Therefore, this study recommends the need for more inclusive and sustainable policies that place indigenous communities at the center of geopark management. Active participation of local communities, recognition of customary land rights, and development approaches based on local wisdom are essential to achieving equitable, sustainable, and environmentally responsible development of the Toba Caldera Geopark.

The Punti Kayu Tourism Forest has great potential in maintaining environmental balance and improving the local economy. However, this potential has not been utilized optimally due to lack of public awareness and limited skills. This community service activity aims to increase public awareness about the economic and educational potential of the Punti Kayu Tourism Forest, provide training and assistance in utilizing the potential of the tourism forest, and encourage the development of creative economy products based on the tourism forest. The method used is counselling and socialization, which is carried out by the Prasetiya Mandiri Polytechnic Lecturer Team, PSDKU Palembang, on April 10, 2025. The results of the activity showed an increase in the number of visitors to the tourist forest, an increase in the income of local communities, and an increase in public awareness about the importance of conservation. The interpretation of the results shows that this community service activity has had a significant positive impact on the community and the environment. The conclusion of this activity is that community empowerment through education and training is the key to success in utilizing the potential of urban forests in a sustainable manner.

The pottery artisan community in Bumijaya Village faces several major challenges, such as the lack of modern marketing strategies, limited innovation in product design and functionality, and the suboptimal management of education-based tourism development. This study employs the Participatory Action Research (PAR) method, which emphasizes active community involvement in every stage of research and action. Observations indicate that Bumijaya Village has tourism potential that can be developed into an educational tourism attraction. Furthermore, based on observations and program implementation, there has been an increase in community awareness regarding the importance of innovation in pottery production and its utilization in the educational tourism industry.

Selo Village in Boyolali Regency is a center for dairy cattle farming and is also developing as a tourist village. However, most local residents still sell raw milk to middlemen without applying marketing strategies or product innovation. This community service activity aimed to provide education on the importance of dairy product marketing and to introduce innovative ideas based on local potential. The methods used included preliminary observation, open interviews, focus group discussions, interactive counseling, and evaluation through questionnaires and reflection. The activity involved 15 participants, including dairy farmers, homestay operators, café owners, and local youth. The results showed increased participant understanding of marketing strategies, tourism market opportunities, and the potential for milk processing. Most participants expressed interest in further training and began formulating product ideas such as yogurt, ice cream, and pasteurized milk. This program not only improved marketing literacy but also built motivation and collective awareness to develop independent businesses based on the village’s potential. Thus, the activity served as an initial step in promoting sustainable rural economic development.

Kebondalem Kidul Village, located in Klaten Regency, Central Java, holds promising tourism potential. However, this potential has not been well mapped, resulting in the absence of a comprehensive development planning scheme. To help the village grow and direct the development of necessary infrastructure and facilities, the Kebondalem Kidul Village Government collaborated with a KKN team from Sebelas Maret University (UNS) to create a masterplan aimed at providing guidance on how to manage the village's tourism potential. The research method used in this study is descriptive-exploratory, which helps to describe a phenomenon and present data and facts chronologically based on field findings. The data collected was then processed using the triangulation method. This technique analyzes data from various sources, including observation data, interviews, and secondary data. The use of this analysis technique helps to combine all data to produce accurate and comprehensive conclusions. The results of the study show that Kebondalem Kidul Village has various cultural potentials that are used as references in designing the cultural tourism village masterplan. The identification of potential in Kebondalem Kidul Village led to the creation of a tourism map as a form of community service.

The Hegong dance is one of the traditional dances that plays an important role in the welcoming procession in Umauta. However, in the midst of modernization, the sustainability of this dance faces challenges, especially in terms of dancer regeneration and community understanding of the cultural values contained therein. This study aims to identify strategies for preserving the Hegong dance and explore its potential for development in the tourism and creative economy sectors. The research method used is a qualitative approach with observation, interview, and literature study techniques. The results of the study indicate that preserving the Hegong dance requires synergy between the community, government, and cultural institutions through cultural education, arts training, and organizing cultural festivals. In addition, the use of digital media and the development of culture-based tourism can be effective strategies to expand the reach of promotion and increase the interest of the younger generation in this dance. In terms of economy, the production and marketing of art products related to the Hegong dance, such as costumes and souvenirs, have the potential to provide economic benefits to the local community. With a sustainable approach, it is hoped that the Hegong dance can continue to be preserved as part of the cultural identity of Umauta and become a tourist attraction that contributes to community welfare.

This study aims to describe and analyze: Community Empowerment Strategies in Batu Majang, Long Bagun District, Mahakam Hulu Regency, East Kalimantan and Inhibiting and Supporting Factors Affecting Empowerment in Tourism Village Development. The research is qualitative descriptive analysis The data analysis technique uses a technique developed by McNabb (2002), namely Grouping the data according to key constructs, identifying bases for interpretation, developing generalizations from the data, testing alternative interpretations dan forming and/or refining generalizable theory from case study. The results of the study show that the Community Empowerment Strategy in the Development of Tourism Villages in Batu Majang which is carried out includes: Planning is carried out through community proposals which are then mapped to potential based on ususlan.  Implementation of Community Empowerment in Tourism Village Development by involving all elements of Village Muspides, Tourism Awareness Groups and all communities, Providing guidance to the community in a sustainable manner by collaborating with the tourism office, increasing the productive economy.  Evaluation or Monitoring of Community Empowerment in Tourism Village Development through a village-level musayawarah forum which is delivered in a village deliberative forum every 3 months.  Factors that inhibit community empowerment in the development of Tourism Villages include limited resources, both budget and human resources, traditional community behavior, and limited land. The supporting factors encountered are the support of some people and the existence of promotional media that can support the existence of tourist villages.

Revitalization of Sendang spring tourism has an important role in developing local culture-based ecotourism. This community service program aims to implement the Sendang spring tourism revitalization strategy to support the development of local culture-based ecotourism and identify revitalization strategies that are in accordance with ecotourism principles and maintain the cultural values ​​of the surrounding community. This service is carried out through various activities that include environmental conservation, strengthening the local economy, and preserving the culture of the surrounding community. The method used in this program is a participatory approach with community involvement in observation, training, and direct assistance. The results of the activities show that revitalization through a culture-based ecotourism approach can increase public awareness of environmental conservation, strengthen the local economy, and maintain cultural values. The main challenge in this program is building a balance between resource utilization and sustainable conservation efforts. The conclusion of this service confirms that the revitalization of Sendang spring contributes to increasing the attractiveness of ecological and cultural-based tourism, and provides benefits to the community in a sustainable manner.

Sukasetia Village in Cihaurbeuti District has great potential to develop into a sustainable agrotourism destination. This study focuses on identifying strategic approaches to develop agrotourism in the Sukapulang area by employing a participatory method involving local communities as active stakeholders. The research adopts qualitative methods, including in-depth interviews, participatory observations, and descriptive analysis. Results indicate that agrotourism development can provide significant economic benefits, such as creating alternative income sources and preserving local culture and traditions. Furthermore, it enhances community engagement and promotes sustainable tourism practices aligned with global trends. Despite its potential, challenges remain, including inadequate infrastructure, limited access to information, and insufficient promotional strategies. The study recommends improving infrastructure, enhancing digital promotion, and implementing capacity-building programs to empower local communities. These strategies aim to ensure long-term sustainability and competitiveness for the agrotourism initiative. The findings suggest that with collaborative efforts involving local stakeholders, government, and private sectors, Sukasetia Village can serve as a model for community-based sustainable tourism development in rural areas, contributing positively to the region's economic and social growth.

The development of community-based tourism in Situ Rancabala, Cimari Village, Cikoneng District, Ciamis Regency has not been carried out sustainably. The purpose of this research is to provide encouragement and motivation to the village government and community in developing the tourism potential of Situ Rancabala, Cimari Village, Cikoneng District, Ciamis Regency. The method used is a qualitative research method with a descriptive approach. Then the data collection techniques in this study were carried out through observation, interviews and documentation. While the data processing techniques in the study were carried out by data collection, data reduction, data presentation and conclusion drawing. The results of the study show that the development of Situ Rancabala's potential in Cimari Village, Cikoneng District, Ciamis Regency has been quite good, this can be seen from the Village Government which continues to make development progress every year, has collaborated with various government agencies. In addition, there are already facilities around Situ Rancabala such as homestays, although they have not been able to operate. The obstacles faced by the Cimari Village Government in developing the potential of Situ Rancabala in Cimari Village are: lack of involvement from the private sector or entrepreneurs who are expected to increase capital for the development of Situ Rancabala. To overcome these obstacles, the Cimari Village Government is making various approaches to related agencies and the private sector to increase collaborative cooperation in helping to develop Situ Rancabala.

This study aims to provide an understanding of the optimization of the development of the Kampung Sawah tourist village which focuses on tourism trends that provide direct benefits to local communities, the role of villages in the local economy, making tourist villages based on sustainable tourism, the implementation of tourism pentahelix and digitalization ecosystems at the Kampung Sawah tourist attraction in Talagasari Village, Kawali District, Ciamis Regency. The methods used include the case study approach method. The activity mechanism consists of several stages, namely field surveys and data analysis. This activity begins with direct observation, interviews and identification of problems with related parties in Talagasari Village. The results of this service show that the managers of tourist attractions are able to try to re-operate the Kampung Sawah tourist attraction, this will be discussed again and evaluated together with the village government, Village Community Institutions and the Community.

This research aims to develop the potential of ecotourism based on local wisdom in the mangrove forest area of Tapak, Semarang City. The methods used include field observation, interviews with local stakeholders, and qualitative data analysis. The results show that local wisdom plays an important role in managing the mangrove ecosystem and improving community welfare. Traditional practices applied by the local community are effective in maintaining environmental balance and addressing threats of abrasion and pollution. The Tapak mangrove area faces significant challenges, including coastal erosion and industrial waste pollution, which threaten the ecosystem's sustainability. However, the local community has developed various initiatives based on local wisdom for mitigation and conservation. Collective mangrove planting, the use of natural materials in pond management, and the implementation of zoning systems are some practices that have shown positive results. The development of ecotourism in this area not only has the potential to increase local income but also to strengthen environmental awareness among the community and visitors. Recommendations from this study include enhancing community capacity in ecotourism management, strengthening zoning systems, and promoting ecotourism based on local wisdom. Training and empowering the community in aspects of tourism guidance and sustainable resource management are key to ensuring the long-term success of this ecotourism. Therefore, sustainable and community-based ecotourism management strategies need to be continuously developed and supported by various parties to preserve the mangrove ecosystem and improve the welfare of the local community.  

This study aims to describe and analyze: Tourism development policies in improving community welfare are reviewed from the approach of sustainable tourism development in Mahakam Regency. Factors that support and hinder tourism policies in improving people's welfare. Tourism development policy model as a recommendation to support sustainable tourism development. This research is a qualitative research, with data collection techniques using interviews, observations, and documentation. Data analysis techniques Interactive data analysis. The results of the study show that sustainable tourism development in Mahakam Regency is a policy in development with economic, socio-cultural, and environmental dimensions based on justice not only for the current generation but also for future generations. The policy must have two objectives, namely to maximize the contribution of tourism resources that have been proven to be able to provide added value economically. The policy requires tourism business actors to prioritize and preserve cultural uniqueness as well as optimize the role of local communities. Policies on the environmental aspect can be preventive and repressive by involving all stakeholders from tourism Supporting factors for sustainable tourism development in Mahakam Regency include natural conditions that are still maintained as tourist attractions and support for the community around tourist destinations. Factors inhibiting sustainable tourism development in Mahakam Regency are limited infrastructure, lack of promotion, and unsupportive environmental conditions. 

Tourism development in Aceh Tengah Regency has great potential to become a leading tourist destination, especially with the natural beauty of Danau Laut Tawar and the richness of local culture. The Tourism Office of Aceh Tengah Regency has implemented various strategies, including the empowerment of local communities, infrastructure improvements, and tourism promotion. However, significant challenges remain in the development of this sector, such as the lack of land legality documents, limited supporting facilities, and low creativity in the creative economy products. Based on the research, development focusing on community empowerment through training, improvements in physical and social infrastructure, and strengthening collaboration between the government, private sector, and local communities can enhance tourism appeal and provide positive economic impacts. In the future, community-based and sustainable tourism development will be the key to creating an environmentally friendly and sustainable destination. Through more coordinated strategic efforts, it is expected that the tourism sector in Aceh Tengah can grow rapidly and contribute to regional development.    

Tourism development in Aceh Tengah Regency has great potential to become a leading tourist destination, especially with the natural beauty of Danau Laut Tawar and the richness of local culture. The Tourism Office of Aceh Tengah Regency has implemented various strategies, including the empowerment of local communities, infrastructure improvements, and tourism promotion. However, significant challenges remain in the development of this sector, such as the lack of land legality documents, limited supporting facilities, and low creativity in the creative economy products. Based on the research, development focusing on community empowerment through training, improvements in physical and social infrastructure, and strengthening collaboration between the government, private sector, and local communities can enhance tourism appeal and provide positive economic impacts. In the future, community-based and sustainable tourism development will be the key to creating an environmentally friendly and sustainable destination. Through more coordinated strategic efforts, it is expected that the tourism sector in Aceh Tengah can grow rapidly and contribute to regional development.