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A Participatory Governance Model for Community Based Waste Management to Enhance Legal Compliance and Public Social Welfare Rengga Kusuma Putra; Lita Tyesta Addy Listya Wardhani; Edvardas Juchnevicius
Green Social: International Journal of Law and Civil Affairs Vol. 2 No. 4 (2025): December: International Journal of Law and Civil Affairs
Publisher : International Forum of Researchers and Lecturers

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70062/greensocial.v2i4.276

This research explores the development of a participatory governance model for community based waste management systems, aiming to enhance both legal compliance and public social welfare outcomes. Community based waste management (CBWM) plays a critical role in addressing environmental and health challenges, yet its success is often hindered by weak governance structures, limited community involvement, and insufficient regulatory frameworks. The study introduces a governance model that integrates local community participation into decision making processes, encouraging ownership and responsibility among residents. The primary goal is to improve compliance with environmental regulations while promoting social welfare by fostering better public health and community cohesion. A review of literature highlights key theories of participatory governance, focusing on its ability to enhance legal adherence and increase social equity. Previous studies on CBWM demonstrate the potential of community involvement in overcoming barriers to legal compliance, such as weak enforcement and fragmented governance. However, challenges like inadequate infrastructure, socio economic factors, and cultural habits still impede full participation and compliance. The study utilizes a mixed methods approach, including stakeholder analysis, participatory workshops, and regulatory compliance assessments, to evaluate the effectiveness of the model. The results show that communities involved in participatory governance exhibit higher compliance with waste management laws, improved sanitation, and healthier living conditions. Furthermore, the model fosters social capital and community empowerment, contributing to long term sustainability. In comparison to centralized waste management systems, the participatory approach is found to be more adaptable, accountable, and socially accepted. While the model presents several benefits, challenges such as infrastructure limitations and cultural barriers remain. Future research should further investigate how to address these challenges, particularly through technological integration and cross sector collaborations, to ensure the scalability and sustainability of the participatory governance model.

Gender Dimension in Meaningful Public Participation: A Comparative Study of Village Regulation Formation in Indonesia and Poland Dian Ratu Ayu Uswatun Khasanah; Rengga Kusuma Putra; Ani Purwanti; Satriya Nugraha; Edvardas Juchnevicius
JUSTISI Vol. 12 No. 3 (2026): JUSTISI Inpress
Publisher : Fakultas Hukum Universitas Muhammadiyah Sorong

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33506/js.v12i3.5493

This study aims to analyze the gender dimension of meaningful public participation in the formulation of village regulations in Indonesia and Poland. Unlike previous studies, which generally addressed public participation, gender equality, or local governance separately and were limited to a single country, this study brings these three areas together in a cross-national comparison by assessing not only the presence of women but also their ability to influence decisions. The method of this study employs a qualitative approach with a normative-sociological comparative design. Secondary data in the form of legislation, scholarly articles, research reports, and policy documents were collected through a literature review and analyzed using document analysis, thematic analysis, and cross-national comparison. The novelty of this study lies in the development of a comparative framework linking four elements: legal guarantees, access to participation, women’s representation, and substantive influence on regulations. The results show that the legal frameworks of both countries have provided channels for local participation; however, provisions that tend to be gender-neutral have not yet guaranteed women’s substantive involvement. In Indonesia, village deliberations are more heavily influenced by social hierarchy, patriarchal norms, the dominance of the male elite, and women’s limited access to information and legal literacy, resulting in participation that is often merely procedural. In Poland, public consultations and local councils have more formal institutional structures and relatively more open access, but gender stereotypes and low representation of women in strategic positions still limit their influence on decision-making. Thus, the gap in Indonesia is primarily rooted in sociocultural barriers and participatory capacity, whereas the gap in Poland is more evident in political representation and institutional effectiveness. These differences underscore that legal recognition yields different qualities of participation when institutional contexts differ. This study concludes that meaningful participation requires gender-responsive consultation designs, the strengthening of women’s organizations, legal literacy, political education, affirmative action policies, and institutional support tailored to each country’s context.

Evaluating the Implementation of Meaningful Participation Principles for Vulnerable Groups in Promoting Inclusive Legislation: A Comparative Study of Indonesia and Poland Rengga Kusuma Putra; Satriya Nugraha; Edvardas Juchnevicius; Willy Naresta Hanum; Sandra Leoni Prakasa Yakub
Kertha Patrika Vol. 48 No. 1 (2026): Recalibrate Indonesia Law based on Legal Reform in Specific Sectors
Publisher : Faculty of Law, Udayana University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24843/KP.2026.v48.i01.p02

This study aims to evaluate the regulation and implementation of the principle of meaningful participation of vulnerable groups in the legislative process, and to identify factors influencing its effectiveness in realizing inclusive legislation through a comparative study between Indonesia and Poland. This study uses a normative legal research method with a legislative, conceptual, and comparative approach. The legal sources include primary legal materials in the form of constitutions, laws, and regulations related to public participation and legislation; secondary legal materials in the form of national and international scientific journals, textbooks, and reports from state and international institutions; and tertiary legal materials as conceptual support. The analysis was conducted qualitatively through legal reasoning and a comparison between norms and practices in Indonesia and Poland. The results show that normatively both countries have recognized the importance of public participation, including vulnerable groups, as part of the principles of democracy and the rule of law. However, the implementation of meaningful participation still faces gaps between regulation and practice, particularly regarding access to information, substantive involvement, and the actual influence of vulnerable groups on the substance of legislation. Factors determining the effectiveness of meaningful participation include the strength of the legal basis, the political commitment of lawmakers, institutional capacity, the role of civil society, and transparency and accountability mechanisms. This research makes a scientific contribution by enriching comparative law-based inclusive legislative studies and offering policy recommendations for strengthening meaningful participation of vulnerable groups.

Evaluating the Implementation of Meaningful Participation Principles for Vulnerable Groups in Promoting Inclusive Legislation: A Comparative Study of Indonesia and Poland Rengga Kusuma Putra; Satriya Nugraha; Edvardas Juchnevicius; Willy Naresta Hanum; Sandra Leoni Prakasa Yakub
Kertha Patrika Vol. 48 No. 1 (2026): Recalibrate Indonesia Law based on Legal Reform in Specific Sectors
Publisher : Faculty of Law, Udayana University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24843/KP.2026.v48.i01.p02

This study aims to evaluate the regulation and implementation of the principle of meaningful participation of vulnerable groups in the legislative process, and to identify factors influencing its effectiveness in realizing inclusive legislation through a comparative study between Indonesia and Poland. This study uses a normative legal research method with a legislative, conceptual, and comparative approach. The legal sources include primary legal materials in the form of constitutions, laws, and regulations related to public participation and legislation; secondary legal materials in the form of national and international scientific journals, textbooks, and reports from state and international institutions; and tertiary legal materials as conceptual support. The analysis was conducted qualitatively through legal reasoning and a comparison between norms and practices in Indonesia and Poland. The results show that normatively both countries have recognized the importance of public participation, including vulnerable groups, as part of the principles of democracy and the rule of law. However, the implementation of meaningful participation still faces gaps between regulation and practice, particularly regarding access to information, substantive involvement, and the actual influence of vulnerable groups on the substance of legislation. Factors determining the effectiveness of meaningful participation include the strength of the legal basis, the political commitment of lawmakers, institutional capacity, the role of civil society, and transparency and accountability mechanisms. This research makes a scientific contribution by enriching comparative law-based inclusive legislative studies and offering policy recommendations for strengthening meaningful participation of vulnerable groups.

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